Big Ideas
FOCS has actioned several the identified priorities from our various surveys to date, and either achieved or substantially progressed some as listed in the table below.
Priority | Progress |
Push for upgraded road and cycling facilities | Continued representation in particular for upgrading and sealing shoulders of Boneo Rd and upgrading/pathway along Cape Schanck Rd. Most recently active input to the Southern Peninsula traffic study. VicRoads have advised Boneo Rd sealed shoulders are now on a nominal plan, but as yet no timeframe or funding allocated. |
Make use of council land for community reserve | $60,000 grant allocated in Council Budget from their “Placemaking” allocation. Council to commence community discussions on appropriate design. |
Green Bin or extra green waste Tip vouchers | Green bins now available to Cape Schanck residents (as well as other communities nearby) as a result of FOCS actions |
Occasional community social gatherings | A range of events are now run to provide opportunities for neighbours to meet and get acquainted. In particular monthly “Tapas” nights and an annual Neighbour Day Picnic |
Extension of Gas reticulation | While we did get a notional proposal from the gas supplier, it was prohibitively costly and concluded that pursuing Green Energy options was a better option |
Negotiate access to RACV facilities for local residents | Ongoing representations. While we had some initial positive indications, RACV do not currently appear focused on engaging with the local community. |
Push council to maintain fire safe vegetation | More regular verge clearing is now undertaken within the Cape Schanck precinct |
Southern Peninsula News delivered | This is now available online to all |
Promote local businesses/services | We list local businesses that are interested in our newsletters and will be also listing them on FOCS website. |
School Bus Shelters | One installed on Bernards Way and a second is imminent for Cape Schanck Rd |
Community Green Energy Plan | Ongoing. A household energy audit was arranged and made available for residents who wished to participate. The initial vision of a community based plan is morphing into a potential group purchase (solar/battery options) to achieve savings. |
Support Green Wedge policy | Active in supporting and providing input to a Red Hill Ward level submission to Council position on the State Government proposed Green Wedge amendments |
We do not currently have a revised survey planned for 2023, but in the meantime if you have any further thoughts or suggestions please submit them using our contact form below, our email contact@focs.com.au or reach out to one of our friendly committee members.