Construct a new community centre

While exact needs and site are still being investigated, it’s expected that this proposed centre would be a multi-purpose facility, suitable for many different types of functions, and for a range of users and ages. It would also include some specialised spaces.

The facility would also have a high level of seismic performance, so it could be used as a civil defence emergency welfare centre for the district.

Cost

$6.3 million funded by a combination of development contributions paid by land developers, and borrowing. Plus ongoing operating and maintenance costs for the new facility.

Impact on rates

The cost of the proposed new facility has a rate impact equal to $12 per year, which is already provided for within the budgeted Community Centres Targeted Rate and assumes the debt is repaid over 25 years.

Impact on debt

We would need to borrow an extra $4.9 million.

This would be repaid by the Community Centres Targeted Rate.