Four community organisations and clubs on the Peninsula have received nearly $19,000 in grants to support local projects.
Central Coast Council said the grants were funded through existing and approved Operational Plan budgets.
As part of the Community Development Grant Program, the Empire Bay Progress Association received $4,509 to install a television, sounds system upgrade and portable PA at the Empire Bay Hall.
Council said this it was a ‘good project concept’ with a broader community benefit.
$13, 080 was allocated to Naughty Noodle Fun Haus to help support their ThursGAY monthly pop-up safe performance spaces.
With a ‘strong concept to link diverse performances across various venues within the Gosford CBD’, Council said the project will help establish local arts careers and activate the Gosford CBD.
As part of the Community Support Grants Program, the Bays Community Club received a 50 per cent subsidy of the ordinary Council rates component 2021/2022 which equates to around $1,134.
Woy Woy Rugby Leagues Football Club received $5,000 for a sound system upgrade to Woy Woy oval grandstand and club house to give the stand a broader range of coverage and clarity.
Council Administrator Rik Hart said the programs help support local organisations to deliver specific projects and activities for the community.
“It has undoubtedly been a difficult year for locals as many have spent time apart during COVID-19 lockdowns. We need to rebuild that sense of community and belonging and so it is important that we see key community activities given the financial and in-kind support they need to bring the community together once again,” Hart said.
Source:
Minutes, Nov 23
Central Coast Council