Palomino Reserve, Wynn Vale - future development & upgrade

Council decision/outcomes

During the consultation period, a total of 98 feedback form responses were received regarding this proposal, with the majority of respondents indicating they were local residents/property owners. Of these responses, 78% (76 people) indicated they did not want to see Palomino Reserve developed. Fifteen percent (15 people) were supportive of one or either of the concepts proposed. Seven percent (7 people) proposed an alternative. Two written submissions were also received indicating they did not want to see Palomino Reserve developed.

Council considered this matter at two separate meetings. At its meeting on 13 October 2020, Council made the decision to not proceed with the potential sale and community land revocation of Palomino Reserve. Council also resolved to review progressive upgrades of Palomino Reserve in future budgets, and for the community engagement outcomes report to be provided to Council for receiving and noting. At its meeting on Tuesday 24 November, Council received and noted this report.

Read the community engagement outcomes report

Council report (notice, agenda and community engagement outcomes report) and minutes - see 24 November meeting links

Background

Council would like to explore the future development and upgrade of Palomino Reserve, Wynn Vale. Proceeds from the proposed disposal of a portion of the Reserve for housing would be used to upgrade the remainder of the Reserve.

Two potential concepts have been developed for consideration and Council would like to hear from the local community about their views on these concepts and reserve upgrade ideas.

For more information, please refer to the Information Sheet and concept plans

To get involved and have your say:

• Complete the online feedback form
• Ask a question in the Q&A tool
• Come along to our ‘coffee & chat’ session on Saturday 19 September. Drop by the reserve anytime between 10.00am to 11.30am where you can talk to Elected Members and Council staff. Please note that to comply with the current Covid-19 restrictions, hygiene measures will be in place and the social distancing principle of 1.5 metres will apply. If you or a family member are feeling unwell, you must not attend this session and should seek medical advice