Andrews meets police and chamber

Member for Gosford Ms Marie Andrews has met with senior police and Peninsula Chamber of Commerce president Mr Matthew Wales to discuss vandalism and anti-social behaviour.

Brisbane Water Local Area Command's Superintendent Max Mitchell and crime manager Chief Inspector Darren Bennett met with Ms Andrews and Mr Wales to discuss issues raised by Peninsula businesses and the community at large.

At the top of the list for discussion were incidents of malicious damage, antisocial behaviour and vandalism.

"The superintendent and crime manager gave us a good hearing," said Ms Andrews.

"We were advised of a number of operations already underway on the Peninsula with a number of new initiatives about to begin.

"Supt Mitchell is keen to develop a regular newsletter for the business community in cooperation with the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce.

"He also welcomed the State Government's commitment to provide $100,000 funding for a mobile police station.

"It is important that we as a community work together to resolve these issues and I would encourage interested local businesses to develop a relationship with the Umina Police and Community Youth Centre (PCYC) to which two full time police officers are assigned.

"Our local police do a tremendous job under difficult circumstances at times and it is important businesses and residents assist by reporting all incidents of crime."

Press release, 3 Apr 2007 Marie Andrews, Member for Gosford