Have Your Say on Improvements for George and Eliza Jones Reserve

Have Your Say on Improvements for George and Eliza Jones Reserve

Published on 14 November 2018

Baw Baw Shire Council is seeking community feedback for potential open space improvements for the George and Eliza Jones Reserve in Warragul.

This reserve was established as part of residential developments of Martin Court and Fernery Boulevard and contains trees of heritage significance, a dam and a natural environment waterway.

Currently, the only open space improvement contained in the reserve is a picnic shelter. There is no formal access path through the reserve.

Draft designs have been prepared for community consideration and include options for open space improvements including:

Boardwalk and viewing platform overlooking the lake Path connection to Martin Court Linking paths within the reserve Safety fencing around the lake Directional signage Tree and vegetation plantings for buffer zones and shade.

Feedback can be submitted online via a short online form or in writing via the downloadable consultation pack.

Further options proposed by the community will also be considered.

There is no funding allocated to implementing the draft designs, however with a community supported plan Council can consider allocating future funding or seek external funding opportunities.

Feedback submission must be received by 5.00pm Friday 14 December.

To see full project details, please go to www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au/HaveYourSay

All enquiries can be directed to Council’s Parks, Gardens and Sports Field team on 5624 2411.

Following this community consultation, feedback will be consolidated and considered before further recommendations are made to Council.

Quotes attributable to Mayor Cr Mikaela Power

“Parks and open spaces play a big role in our Shire’s liveability. We strongly encourage the local community to review the draft designs proposed for George and Eliza Jones Reserve and let us know what you think. Your feedback will help us make an informed decision to improve open spaces for our community.”

Quotes attributable to Deputy Mayor Cr Danny Goss

“Over the last few years we have heard from local community members seeking improvements to this reserve, particularly regarding increasing safety around the lake. Community safety is always our number one priority, so we’re keen to find out if the draft designs meet community expectations.”

Quotes attributable to Central Ward Cr Joe Gauci

“We’d like to hear what the community likes and dislikes about these draft designs, so we can make an informed decision in the best interest of our community. We highly encourage the community to get involved in the ‘Have Your Say’ process and help shape the community you live in.”