Camden Council says it plans to deliver $215 million in capital works in the 2023-24 financial year.
The bulk of the spending, $94.5 million, will go to roads and transport infrastructure, while $50.8 million will be devoted to community and recreational facilities.
Almost $56 million will be spent on parks and playgrounds and $14.3 million on drainage infrastructure.
At its last meeting Camden Council endorsed the draft plans outlining projects and actions to be undertaken in 2023-24.
Mayor of Camden, Cr Therese Fedeli, pictured, said there were many highlights as part of the draft operational plan and budget 2023-2024.
“As we all know, Camden is growing at an extraordinary rate. We’re one of the fastest growing areas in the country, welcoming more than 100 new residents every week,” Cr Fedeli said.
“It’s so important we cater for the needs of our residents as well as plan and prepare for the residents who will call Camden home in the future. We want our area to be the best it can possibly be for our community.
“While all our plans and projects are exciting because they mean better infrastructure and facilities for our residents and the region, it will be particularly incredible to see the 11 projects funded as part of the WestInvest Program, totalling $132 million, be delivered over the next three financial years.
“I look forward to working with our community and encouraging them to be a part of this journey as we move towards an exciting future for our beautiful and thriving Camden.”
Other highlights of the 2023-2024 include the upgrades scheduled for Camden Valley Way and Hilder Street.
Council will reconstruct the existing intersection as a two-lane roundabout with modifications over the next three years.
The plans will be on exhibition until May 16, giving the community an opportunity to provide feedback.
They are available online at https://yourvoice.camden.nsw.gov.au/.
Doesn’t look like the council will be sticking to the 3% rate rise over the next 9 years that it said would balance the budget.