Golden Plains Shire Council is seeking community feedback on a proposed lease for a 100-square metre site located at the northwest corner of the Council-owned works depot on Wallace Street, Meredith. The lease is being negotiated with a private provider, with community consultation required under the Local Government Act 2020.
Council is committed to ensuring the community’s views are considered in deciding on this lease and encourages residents to share their feedback.
The community has voiced an appetite in strengthening telecommunications infrastructure to benefit residents and businesses throughout the Shire.
The project is in the early stages and to begin detailed project planning the private company need to secure a lease for land. The land in the northwest corner of the works depot on Wallace Street, Meredith, is identified as a suitable location. Construction timelines are currently not known and will be subject to planning and funding pending further investigation.
Golden Plains Shire Council CEO Shane Walden encouraged community members to share their views on this initiative.
As part of the Local Government Act 2020, Council must consult with the community before deciding whether to enter into this proposed lease,” Mr Walden said.
We encourage Meredith residents to share their views on this proposal, that could help address connectivity challenges and provide support for both community and economic development. Securing this site is an early step to prepare for future infrastructure installation.
Feedback is welcome from Wednesday 27 November to 5pm, Wednesday 11 December 2024. Community members are invited to share their views on this initiative, with further information available online at goldenplains.vic.gov.au/consultations and at Council’s Customer Hubs, 2 Pope Street, Bannockburn, and 19 Heales Street, Smythesdale.
For further information, contact Council’s Economic Development team at [email protected] or call 5220 7111.