Winter is just around the corner, and while I love this time of year, the cold always takes me by surprise.
On Wednesday, 28 May, Hilltops Council held its Ordinary Meeting, where I put forward two key motions.
The first motion proposed an assessment of the bridges within the CBDs of Young, Harden and Boorowa.
This assessment will include estimates for cleaning, painting, and long-term maintenance plans to ensure these vital structures are kept in good condition.
The second motion focused on reviewing the town’s entrance signage.
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We aim to identify key locations for new or updated signage and explore potential grant funding to support this initiative.
Part of this motion also includes community consultation, so we can get your input on the design and appearance of the signs - stay tuned for more details.
In other news, Councillors approved the proposed locations for two electric vehicle charging stations in Harden - one at Bathurst Street and another at Whitton Lane.
This is a great step forward in supporting sustainable transport options in the region.
Councillors also approved the sale of the building that was Young’s old town library on Lynch Street, as well as two parcels of land in Miro Street, which were previously used as netball courts.
The proceeds from these sales will be reinvested into improvements for Young’s trunk drainage system, which will also help alleviate the flooding in the CBD during heavy rain.
This project will be a relief to local businesses that have been affected by these issues in the past.
Additionally, Councillors adopted the Hilltops Council Revenue Policy for 2025-2026, which includes changes to annual charges for water, waste, stormwater, and liquid trade waste.
Waste management has been a major concern in our communities, particularly in rural areas.
I want to thank Council staff for hosting community consultation days across the region.
Your feedback has been invaluable in making changes that will standardise and improve waste management across Hilltops.
These changes will take effect from 1 July 2025, so please reach out to Hilltops Council if you have any questions about how they might affect you.
Don’t forget, Council meetings are open to the public or can be viewed online via the Hilltops Council website at https://www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au/council/council-meetings/
Councillor Fiona Douglas
