Solar cells for pool?

Gosford Council has resolved to make an application for a State Government grant for the construction of solar cells on the Peninsula Leisure Centre.

The item was moved as an urgency motion as applications had to be submitted by February 13.

The council will obtain a quote for the installation of the solar cells on the building and on the new surf club buildings.

The staff report noted that the highest priority was the leisure centre, "considering the optimum amount of panels to deliver the maximum results".

Council also resolved to make an appropriate application to Federal Government for the rebate on community buildings taking advantage of its 50 per cent rebate system.

It resolved that a report be submitted to council advising of grant and rebate applications and, should those rebates and grants be successful, council proceed with the installation of the solar panels.

Council will also investigate other community buildings in its care, control or maintenance that would fall within the ambit of obtaining the Federal Government rebate or State Grant.

Council agenda UM1, 5 Feb 2008