The Gretana Crescent
Tennis
Courts
Probably within the next few weeks, Frankston
Council will make a decision on the future of the Gretana Crescent tennis courts’ site.
There have been numerous community meetings
since 2010 to seek feedback from Karingal residents on what is their preferred
option. Consistently, residents have
indicated that the site should be retained and developed as a recreation
area.
A report is currently being prepared by Council for Councillors which will outline a number of options. These will include the sale
of the land either as a whole or in part for residential development.
Indications from councillors at this stage are that the preferred option is to
sell the land to offset the costs of other projects in and around Frankston and
to boost the currently “tight” financial situation of Council. It is estimated
that the site is worth around $1.8 million and would be suitable for 8 to 10
building blocks. A trend towards higher density housing could see up to 20
residences built on this site.
The Karingal Local Area Planning Committee
and the Karingal Residents’ Association strongly opposes the sale of the site.
Unless councillors receive a strong message
from Karingal residents that the sale of the site is NOT an ACCEPTABLE OPTION,
we fear that the site will be lost forever and the general amenity of the
Karingal area will be further diminished.
The Karingal Local Area Planning Committee
and the Karingal Residents’ Association have put forward an alternative
proposal which we ask you to support.
THE PROPOSAL
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| Gretana Cres - Existing Site with overlay of proposed usage of the site Green is vegetation for noise abatement |
- An enclosed Active Recreation Area for ball games e.g. Tennis, Basketball, Cricket, Football and Soccer etc. Off-leash dog exercising, safe bike riding and games for smaller children.
- A landscaped Passive Recreation Area scattered with garden furniture (tables, seats etc.) and exercise equipment.
- A reserved Community Garden Area
- A secure, enclosed Children’s Playground.
- Car parking for approximately 20 cars
- Enclose the area with vegetation for noise abatement and privacy for adjacent residents.
To alleviate the financial burden on Council, we suggest a staged development plan, beginning with an immediate clean up of the existing site, repair or removal of unnecessary infrastructure and a commitment to a regular maintenance program.
The proposal is supported by the Karingal Local Area Planning (KLAP) Committee
and the Karingal Residents’ Association(KAR)
Frankston Watch
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