Peninsula Ward for Gosford Council?

The Peninsula would be guaranteed representation in Gosford Council with the adoption of a ward system, if the Central Coast First group gets its way.

Announcing the group's policies for the September council elections, Mr Ian Kilpatrick said that Central Coast First was committed to "fair representation of sub-regions" within the Gosford local government area, with "the creation of wards in Gosford Council".

Mr Kilpatrick said both he and his number two candidate, Ettalong resident Daryl Lynch, were particularly concerned about past Council commitment to the Peninsula.

"The Peninsula has been forgotten by Gosford Council for far too long," said Mr Kilpatrick.

"We need to see funding committed to improve local roads, kerbing, guttering and drainage.

"Central Coast First is committed to ensuring that the Peninsula receives its fair share of funding."

If elected to council, Mr Kilpatrick said Central Coast First would implement management plans for Ettalong and Umina beaches, improve local infrastructure, develop entertainment venues for Ettalong, Umina and Woy Woy and encourage local business.

Mr Kilpatrick said the team was focused on jobs, equity for the Peninsula and would have a "can do" attitude in Council.

"Central Coast First is a coalition of independent Coast residents and business owners, nonaligned to the major political parties or vested interest groups," said Mr Kilpatrick.

"Central Coast First is committed to building a brighter future for the Coast through increased local employment opportunities, while preserving and promoting the Coast lifestyle.

"We have a strong team of local residents and business owners, who live in the area, have families in the area and understand the challenges faced by Coast residents.

"We represent the entire Coast with representatives from the Peninsula to Somersby.

"We are committed to meeting and consulting with the community so that when we get to Council we can get straight to work addressing the issues that really matter," he said.

Mr Kilpatrick said that Central Coast First was committed to ensuring the provision of a wide range of recreational, social and educational facilities, including a university campus in the Gosford Council precinct; job opportunities; and the provision of appropriate services and recreational facilities for the retired and aged.

Media Release, 16 Aug 2012

Ian Kilpatrick, Central Coast First