Mission Statement

Devonport City Council is committed to excellence in Local Government through the responsive, cost effective and equitable provision of services to the City and the enhancement of the quality of life of its residents.

Vision for Devonport

To see Devonport develop as the professional, industrial, social and cultural hub of the North Coast of Tasmania.

A predominately residential City set in parklands, with a broad commercial and industrial base where residents can enjoy a balanced family lifestyle with appropriate and fulfilling employment together with educational, sporting, recreational and cultural opportunities.

Key Goals

Devonport City Council will endeavour to:

• Initiate and maintain programs and services which will meet the aspirations of its residents.
• Ensure that the programs and services are provided in an effective, efficient and equitable manner.
• Provide sufficient and appropriate financial and human resources to enable the programs and services to be undertaken.
• Promote the physical, economic, social and political well being of the city and its residents.
• Improve communications with, and encourage the participation of the community in Council activities.