Smoother flying, better driving and big projects planned
Published on 08 May 2023
Residents are invited to give feedback on important draft projects aimed to improve infrastructure and services in the Macleay Valley.
The draft Kempsey Airport Master Plan and the yearly plans including Kempsey Shire Council's 2023-24 budget, are on exhibition through Your Say Macleay in May.
Will this plan take Kempsey Airport to new heights?
Maximising commercial opportunities, improving emergency service facilities, and sustainable development are just some of the actions outlined in the draft Kempsey Airport Master Plan.
A big focus for the plan is to ensure any future development aligns with the Kempsey Airport Noise Management Plan and the Fly Neighbourly Advice.
The draft Kempsey Airport Master Plan is on public exhibition now until Friday 19 May. Have your say by visiting ksc.pub/airport-plan.
$167 million proposed to improve services in 2023-24
A large draft budget has been unveiled to improve services and drive economic and community growth over the next year in the Kempsey Shire.
Council is seeking feedback on the budget and actions for 2023-24.
There are over 152 planned actions, including:
- the long-awaited sealing of Maria River Road,
- completing the replacement of 56 timber bridges,
- progressing the upgrades of Lloyd Park in Crescent Head and Horseshoe Bay Reserve,
- the construction of new water treatment plants for areas like Willawarrin,
- dedicating around $12 million to maintain and renew parks, gardens, and sporting grounds, and
- over $46 million to improve the water and sewer network.
Also available for public comment is the Schedule of Fees and Charges, Revenue Policy, Rates Map, and the Long-Term Financial Plan.
Feedback closes Sunday 21 May.
You can view the draft documents and fill out a short survey at ksc.pub/budget2023.