Central Coast Council is set to receive more than $768,500 for continuing work on urgent pothole repairs under the NSW Government’s $50M Fixing Local Roads Pothole Repair Round.
Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal, Adam Crouch, said the money would help Council cover the extra costs and workload pressures following this year’s unprecedented rain and storms.
“These grants are a rapid injection of cash to help councils get on with the job of repairing potholes to get us through the wet summer ahead,” Crouch said.
“This is on top of the ongoing investment in a stronger road network through Fixing Local Roads, Fixing Country Roads and Fixing Country Bridges.”
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Sam Farraway, said all 94 regional councils which applied for funding had been approved for grants.
“This additional support will help councils to repair their most damaged roads, improving safety and reducing wear and tear on vehicles,” he said.
Council Administrator Rik Hart said funding that helps Council continue necessary pothole patching is always appreciated.
“To maintain and improve the local road network remains a priority for Council,” he said.
“This funding will be in addition to Council’s own budget allocated to undertake road maintenance which will further boost local road repairs.
“It will see patching works continue to be undertaken to ensure the roadway remains safe in the short-term.
“I thank the Central Coast community for their patience as Council works through its program of works and more permanent solutions as soon as possible.”
Source:
Media release, Dec 6
Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast, Adam Crouch
Priority should be given to Murrawal Rd Wyongah. Where it leads into Johns Rd is a disgrace and has been for over 20 years. It would take you all day to count the number of holes that have been filled. This is a road that is used on a bus route. If you travel at the speed limit 60km passengers get bounced around. Drive slow and you create a back log of cars. If I lived in that area I would refuse to pay may rates.