The COVID-19 pandemic made a significant impact on the lives of residents across the Central Coast.
One resulting issue which (unsurprisingly) is never talked about was the closure of the Kincumber Waste Management Facility.
At a Council meeting on February 8, 2021, it was decided that the precinct would remain closed, without a well-rounded solution to support residents.
For the average ratepayer using the facility, this is not a great loss.
But what about the tradesmen and companies who use it on a regular basis?
Imagine the loss in revenue for a sole trader who now needs to spend an hour driving to Woy Woy or Jilliby multiple times per week.
If we are not going to reopen the site, perhaps we could have other options on the table, including increasing the number of kerbside collections per year for those who live in the catchment area, including Kincumber, Terrigal and Erina.
It is also now quite difficult to safely dispose of chemicals such as paint and engine oil.
Kincumber used to provide this service and it is now available mostly only once per quarter.
Expanding the Chemical Cleanout program across the Central Coast could assist, particularly for tradesmen and businesses who require these services.
Email, Jul 17
Jared Wright, Avoca Beach