City of Belmont Councillors unanimously voted at the 23 February, 2021 Ordinary Council Meeting to commit nearly a million dollars towards upgrading the netball courts at Wilson Park.
The total estimated cost for the facility upgrade is $1,539,000 Million and involves the removal and reconstruction of the existing courts and installation of new lighting towers.
“Our commitment follows the City’s successful application to the State Government’s Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund, where we were granted $513,000 towards the cost of the project,” City of Belmont Mayor Cr Phil Marks said.
“The upgrade to this much loved sporting facility will ensure the community continues to have access to the services and facilities it needs, while also supporting the Belmont Netball Association’s objectives to provide improved infrastructure for current and new users, in order to increase membership and participation,” Mayor Marks said.
“I commend the efforts of the board and members of Belmont Netball Association who have committed to contributing $100,000 towards this renewal project as well,” he said.
“This is a significant commitment to our youth, and the wellbeing of the City’s residents demonstrating Council’s understanding of the needs of our community. I am looking forward to seeing the progression of this project.”
With the aim of commencing the project in late 2021, Council’s decision has now approved the inclusion of $926,000 in the 2021-2022 Annual Budget for the facility upgrade.