Greater Shepparton City Council has awarded the contract for drainage construction in Drummond Rd, Shepparton to a local business.
The decision was approved unopposed during the council meeting on Tuesday, August 27.
Mawson Constructions Pty Ltd will take on the project with a $1.2 million contract that will see 630m of stormwater pipes, box culverts and drainage pits constructed along Drummond Rd this financial year.
The project promises to improve stormwater drainage in and around the area, from Joseph Baldwin Pl to New Dookie Rd and 200m frontage along New Dookie Rd from Drummond Rd.
The contract will also include the reinstatement of pavement, kerb and channel, splitter islands and vehicle crossings, clearing and grubbing of existing pavement, protection and adjustment of existing services.
Mayor Shane Sali highlighted the importance of this contract, with even small rain events causing flooding in and around the Drummond Rd area for many years.
“We have done our best to address some drainage issues that have been raised with us, and we thank the community for informing us,” Cr Sali said.
“Council have brought this to the table, and we commend the Infrastructure team for getting this under way.
“The reality is that Drummond Rd drainage has been a major issue for many years, we have the same outcome every time it rains, flooding with no drainage.
“I am glad council has resolved this long-standing issue.”
For further information about the works, call council on 5832 9700 or email council@shepparton.vic.gov.au