Council plan about jobs and growth, and quality of life
The Central Coast Council's first draft Operation Plan 2016-17 includes a plan to upgrade McEvoy Oval in Umina.
"Everything we are doing is designed to improve the quality of life for our residents, while helping to create jobs and opportunities for our growing community," said Council chief Mr Rob Noble.
The Operation Plan, which outlines the council's annual spend, including the management of over $11 billion worth of assets, is now on public exhibition.
The plan combines the former local government area plans of Gosford and Wyong to set out the actions and projects a Central Coast Council will deliver to the community.
Mr Noble said the plan details a commitment to continuing the services and service levels of the former councils for 2016-17.
"This draft plan outlines how we will deliver more than $540 million on essential services and $183 million on a quality infrastructure," Mr Noble said.
"There is a strong focus on key community priorities with more than $150 million dedicated to improving our road and drainage networks," he said.
However, Mr Noble did not specifically mention any Peninsula road or drainage projects in the plan.
"We will also ensure attention remains on maintaining our unique environment, enhancing community facilities as well as developing our open space and recreation assets."
Key projects identified include the planned upgrade of McEvoy Oval Umina.
"I would encourage anyone interested in the future of the Central Coast to take a look at the Plan and have their say."
The draft plan can be viewed at both Gosford and Wyong Civic Centres, all library branches excluding Mooney Mooney or online at http://haveyoursaycentralcoast.com.au
Submissions can be made online at http://haveyoursaycentralcoast.com.au, via email to ask@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au or post to PO Box 20 Wyong NSW 2259 or PO Box 21 Gosford NSW 2250.
All submissions must be received in writing by 9am on Monday, June 27.
Media release, 8 Jun 2016
Rob Noble, Central Coast Council