WaterNSW is calling for nominations to join a Community Reference Group to help look at the proposed dam at Cranky Rock and other possibilities for improving water security.
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WaterNSW spokesman Tony Webber said there will be an assessment of social, economic and environmental factors to help determine a preferred option.
“The CRG will be a key form of communication between the local community, stakeholder groups and the project team,” Mr Webber said.
Membership of the CRG is in a voluntary capacity, and members will be expected to meet at least three times over a seven-month period, starting in early March 2017.
Out of session review of documentation may also be required. Meetings will be held in the Orange area.
“Improved water security in the Lachlan Valley will mean a range of things to different stakeholders, including better availability of water during periods of critical droughts, or opportunities for an increase in agricultural and commercial production in the region,” Mr Webber said.
“The CRG will include nominated representatives from the major stakeholders in the community, including the identified water user groups, caving groups, the Local Aboriginal Lands Council, local councils with Centroc and RamRoc, water utilities with Lachlan Valley Water and Central Tablelands Water and landholder associations.
“People who are interested in nominating need to demonstrate they have skills and experience that will contribute to the options development process, have links to a local organisation/community or the wider Lachlan Valley region, and will make a positive contribution to the group's discussions.”
To nominate to be a member of the CRG, please fill out the expression of interest form at http://www.waternsw.com.au/projects/belubula
There is also a focus group in Forbes on Wednesday March 1 at 7pm. If you are interested and available, please email lachlan_valley@balmoralgroup.com.au
