attached as emailed from Lyal Godden
Dear Mario
I was delighted to read your leaflet in relation to the possible expansion of Coldstream and (in principle) I support the proposed suggested changes.
As an older resident I recall some years ago there was a proposal that some of the area suggested in the plan could be developed as a light industrial area with a service road entry similar to that existing along Canterbury road.
As far as I can recall this proposal was not supported by either Victorian political party at the time and the land was to be retained as rural.
I agree that the committed support of the Shire of Yarra Ranges would be required and it would be essential also to ensure that the necessary infrastructure could be provided to allow new homes to be built.
Therefore the year 2020 is not without significance.
Can Coldstream wait that long before any real development take place.
There is no doubt that a large number of the Community may be happy for Coldstream to remain in its present form as a small rural township.
As a Community member on the Coldstream Primary School Council I can say that enrolments in the past decade have declined significantly notwithstanding the commitment of dedicated Principals, teaching staff and many supportive parents during this period.
Therefore any development of Coldstream may increase student enrolments at a School which provides quality education for all its students.
In closing I congratulate your Group in wanting to see Coldstream grow as a Community. I have believed always that Coldstream is the Gateway to the Yarra Valley and its wonderful facilities.
Your Faithfully
Lyle Godden
7/09/2010
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