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Rate increase to fund new mountain bike trails in Hornsby
Friday 24 June, 2011
Hornsby Shire Council will move forward with its plans to build a network of mountain bike trails in Old Mans Valley in Hornsby after the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal of NSW approved Council’s application for a rate increase.
“Providing new sports and recreation facilities is an important way that Council can contribute to the physical and mental wellbeing of the community,” said the Mayor Nick Berman.
Over the last few months, Council staff have been finalising plans to provide a six kilometre network of mountain bike trails at Upper Old Mans Valley in Hornsby.
It’s anticipated that the project, which will cost about $ 250,000, will largely be funded through the rates increase with additional funding from grants and Council’s general funds. Offers of assistance or sponsorship from volunteers, schools, bike clubs and others have been made.
In recent weeks, trail consultants have surveyed the site to design and map out the proposed trails, avoiding environmentally sensitive areas. It’s anticipated a report and detailed designs for the project will be considered at Council’s Ordinary meeting in July.
“We are planning a range of tracks to meet needs of different user groups, from families with children who are mountain biking for the first time through to experienced riders,” said Council’s Coordinator of Bushland Management Operations, Anthony Newling.
The project has received strong support from the Hornsby Shire Mountain Bike Alliance.
“The cycling community are bursting with enthusiasm at this news and would like to acknowledge the work Hornsby Council has put into this project,” said Campbell King from the Hornsby Shire Mountain Bike Alliance.
“In 2008 Council formally identified the need to manage and provide for mountain biking and now after showing patience, persistence and respect for all stakeholders, Council are on the verge of delivering a great asset for our future and the evolving recreational needs of our community.”
“The lack of facilities has been an impediment to those wanting to take up cycling. We are particularly excited about this project because it makes cycling so much more accessible to the general public,” said Campbell.
The tracks will be a short ride from public transport and medium-density residential areas, making them easily accessible for the wider community, including residents who don’t own or have access to a car.
“We believe that the new mountain bike trails will be a great asset to the community and will also provide a welcome boost to businesses on the westside of Hornsby,” said the Mayor.
Rate increase to fund new mountain bike trails in Hornsby
Friday 24 June, 2011
Hornsby Shire Council will move forward with its plans to build a network of mountain bike trails in Old Mans Valley in Hornsby after the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal of NSW approved Council’s application for a rate increase.
“Providing new sports and recreation facilities is an important way that Council can contribute to the physical and mental wellbeing of the community,” said the Mayor Nick Berman.
Over the last few months, Council staff have been finalising plans to provide a six kilometre network of mountain bike trails at Upper Old Mans Valley in Hornsby.
It’s anticipated that the project, which will cost about $ 250,000, will largely be funded through the rates increase with additional funding from grants and Council’s general funds. Offers of assistance or sponsorship from volunteers, schools, bike clubs and others have been made.
In recent weeks, trail consultants have surveyed the site to design and map out the proposed trails, avoiding environmentally sensitive areas. It’s anticipated a report and detailed designs for the project will be considered at Council’s Ordinary meeting in July.
“We are planning a range of tracks to meet needs of different user groups, from families with children who are mountain biking for the first time through to experienced riders,” said Council’s Coordinator of Bushland Management Operations, Anthony Newling.
The project has received strong support from the Hornsby Shire Mountain Bike Alliance.
“The cycling community are bursting with enthusiasm at this news and would like to acknowledge the work Hornsby Council has put into this project,” said Campbell King from the Hornsby Shire Mountain Bike Alliance.
“In 2008 Council formally identified the need to manage and provide for mountain biking and now after showing patience, persistence and respect for all stakeholders, Council are on the verge of delivering a great asset for our future and the evolving recreational needs of our community.”
“The lack of facilities has been an impediment to those wanting to take up cycling. We are particularly excited about this project because it makes cycling so much more accessible to the general public,” said Campbell.
The tracks will be a short ride from public transport and medium-density residential areas, making them easily accessible for the wider community, including residents who don’t own or have access to a car.
“We believe that the new mountain bike trails will be a great asset to the community and will also provide a welcome boost to businesses on the westside of Hornsby,” said the Mayor.
