Penrith Mayor Outlines Priorities For New Term | Mirage News

Penrith Mayor Todd Carney detailed his top priorities for the next 2 years, at the 26 October Council Meeting, after being chosen for a 3rd successive term last month.

“When I was first elected Mayor of Penrith in 2016, my vision was clear – I wanted my kids and grandkids to be able to grow up near quality education and jobs, in a place that is well connected and offers a great quality of life,” he stated.

“That is the future I want for every family in Penrith: local jobs, housing people can afford, safe and vibrant neighbourhoods, reliable services, great parks and facilities, more time with family and friends – and the community spirit that make our City feel like home.”

Mayor Carney stated the brand-new airport – which opened to guests on 25 October – in addition to the future Metro, were speeding up modification throughout the area which Council’s job was to get ready for that development while continuing to provide the services and facilities our neighborhood counted on.

“Growth must improve daily life for people who have lived here for generations and those who are beginning to call Penrith home,” Mayor Carney stated.

“I know growth and change look different for everyone. It brings new opportunities but also concerns about congestion, construction and pressure on local services. We must keep our community at the heart of decisions, communicate clearly and respond practically.”

Council would continue its concentrate on more tasks near home, in addition to increasing real estate, promoting for more facilities and increasing access to green areas, Mayor Carney stated.

“In St Marys, we are moving from planning to delivery. The long-term vision includes around 9,300 new homes and more than 8,300 new jobs. Construction of the central park is underway, creating a green civic heart close to shops, transport and community facilities.

“We are likewise advancing prepare for Kingswood-Werrington. With Nepean Hospital, Western Sydney University, TAFE NSW and personal health service providers, this passage is a leading center for health, education and development. Our focus is much safer public areas, much better connections, more real estate option and more regional tasks.

“Delivering this shared vision also depends on the infrastructure Penrith needs. Council cannot provide the infrastructure required for this scale of growth alone. Guided by our refreshed Advocacy Strategy, we will continue to press the Australian and NSW Governments for greater investment and practical solutions.

“At the exact same time, development should not come at the cost of the locations we enjoy. We will require to take advantage of development and continue to safeguard the Nepean River, enhance access to green areas, boost shade and tree canopy, assistance healthy waterways and pursue a long lasting vision for Penrith Beach and Penrith Lakes.”

Mayor Carney said to realise the priorities, Could had to remain financially sustainable for the long term.

“Need for services is growing, properties are aging and facilities expenses continue to increase. Over the next 2 years, we will require to make some hard choices and thoroughly handle modification to support our neighborhood, environment and economy.

“Our community trusts us to deliver a shared vision for Penrith. That means planning responsibly for the facilities, infrastructure, services and beautiful places our people need now and into the future, while setting Council up to remain financially sustainable for the long term and ensuring future generations inherit a strong, liveable and prosperous Penrith.

“Together, we can form development in such a way that works for regional individuals and turns modification into long lasting advantages for our City.”

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