Progress on Rogers Park and lookout projects

Gosford Council has provided an update on the progress of three local projects under its Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Program.

A report released on August 4 details the progress of the Rogers Park in Woy Woy upgrade, Marie Byles Lookout in Killcare upgrade and the upgrade of sportsground lighting at Rogers Park.

According to the report, lighting designs and structural footing designs have been completed on the Rogers Park sportsground lighting project.

The project includes other sportsgrounds in the Gosford Local Government Area including Duffy's Reserve and Adcock Park and totals $332,500 in cost.

"Footings have been received and a contractor is scheduled to begin works on August 3," the report stated.

"All other associated materials, including poles, lighting etc. have been ordered and expected to arrive early September for installation by end of September."

According to the report, the $76,000 general upgrade to Rogers Park has already commenced and is due to be completed by mid-September.

The Marie Byles Lookout project with a total cost of $111,000 is expected to commence by the end of the month.

The report stated: "Redesign undertaken as a result of community consultation and construction is anticipated to commence early August".

"Informational and educational signage is 50 per cent complete," the report stated.

The Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Program is an initiative of the Federal Government to stimulate growth and economic activity across Australia while supporting national productivity.

Gosford council received funding for nine community projects after its submissions were approved by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government in March this year.

Council agenda CIT.40, 4 Aug 2009