Council’s proposed budget was released for community feedback last month. It is pleasing that the budget has been developed with an aim to continue Council’s commitment to invest in local services and infrastructure in a financially responsible way, by balancing the needs of our community while achieving long-term financial sustainability and most importantly to recover and revive in a post COVID-19 environment.
There is some significant funding for projects that will benefit the Keysborough Ward in the 2021–22 proposed budget.
This includes, but not limited to Frederick Wachter Reserve, continuation of the new wetlands project which will include construction of a boardwalk and later planting worth $1.3 million. There is also a proposal in the draft budget for next year that will include the development of a district level playground to complement the wetlands totalling $450,000.
Also proposed in next year’s budget are works at Alan Corrigan Reserve upgrades including fencing, barbeque, drink fountain, walking path and tree planting and Roth Hetherington Reserve including installation of shade sails and benches at the Dog off Leash Park.
There is also a significant investment into local kindergartens with Chandler Kindergarten, Darren Reserve, and the new Kindergarten to be co-located at the Keysborough Primary School receiving funding for upgrades.
If you would like to talk to me about any Council matters you can reach me at tim.dark@cgd.vic.gov.au or phone on 0466 403 914.
