OK, so some of you are probably getting a little tired of waiting for this infamous Dunny in the Park, but here is the latest news and info as provided by Terry Williams......
 
Hi Grant and members,
 
Re:  Construction of Public Amenities within the Toomuc Creek Reserve project
 
Well we are finally (fingers crossed) on the last leg of approval to achieve a “Dunny in the Park”.
 
It has been a long and frustrating journey but we seem to have overcome all of the obstacles in getting the grant CDG 1464 approved- that is for $180,000.
 
Today (Monday) we have received the final agreement document to be signed by our Club President Lyn and the acting Program Manager, Regional Programs Branch, Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications (try saying that without buggering it up!).
 
Both Ian Wake and I have been in contact with the supplier- Exeloo- who still confirm their quote from August 2018. Yes it has taken more than 2 years to get to this point.
So the Cardinia Shire will soon be in a position to order the said “Dunny” from the company for delivery, from New Zealand where it is manufactured, to locate onsite in Pakenham. Connections of power, water and sewerage also need to be undertaken (by the Shire).
 
The Rotary Club of Pakenham’s obligations are to report on the progress to the Commonwealth by 31 November, 2020. Report the completion of the project by 30 June, 2021. And arrange for an opening ceremony- inviting Federal Political representation (Jason Wood) and local Shire representatives. Their maybe a little bit of room for Rotarians!
So at this stage all positive news and I will keep the Club informed as we progress.
 
And for those who are not aware (we have had a number of new members whilst this has been underway) the “Dunny” will be located near the existing BBQ shelter adjoining the Toomuc Creek (east side) and the newly replaced bridge across the Creek. If you don’t know where that is give me a ring and I will take you for a “walk in the park”!
 
Yours in Rotary
Terry