Cleaning contract extended

Peninsula Chamber of Commerce has advised businesses of an extension to the street cleaning, maintenance and security trial on the Peninsula.

Chamber president Mr Matthew Wales said Gosford Council in conjunction with the Chamber had been undertaking the trial in each of the Peninsula CBDs over the last six months.

"The trial has been conducted by the ACS group on behalf of the Council," said Mr Wales.

"Gosford Council has agreed to extend the trial for a further six months using specially appointed Council maintenance staff.

"Council will be undertaking the same functions as the ACS group over this period."

Mr Wales said the six-month trial would conclude on September 31 and the contract would be placed out to tender for the full-time provision of the service.

"To date, the security and maintenance contract has been very successful.

"I think most would agree that the standard of cleanliness in the town centres has markedly improved.

"It is important for all shopkeepers, business people and proprietors to ensure that they maintain contact with the contract staff and the Chamber of Commerce so that any problems or information can be passed on for attention.

"The success of the service will depend largely on your interaction with the contractors," Mr Wales told business proprietors.

"They are there to assist you with the cleaning, maintenance and security of the town centre.

"The Chamber of Commerce will be meeting regularly with the Council and maintenance staff to monitor the contract performance on behalf of the business community.

"Should you have any issues that need to be addressed, you can contact the Mainstreet office on 4342 7510.

"Secure shopping precincts and clean streets are a vital factor in the success of your business.

"Help the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce and Gosford Council keep our town centres up to standard."

Letter, March 2