Tuesday, 30 July 2024

Petitions

San Remo Primary School

Jordan CRUGNALE (Bass) presented a petition bearing 506 signatures:

Issue:

This petition of residents in Victoria draws to the attention of the Legislative Assembly the delay of the promised funding of $5.3M to San Remo Primary School for critical infrastructure improvements. This petition highlights the school’s urgent need for funding to address aging infrastructure, accommodate a growing student population, and provide adequate fit-for-purpose facilities. Bass Coast Shire Council has projected that San Remo will grow substantially across the next 20 years, with the region identified as one of the fastest growing regions in Victoria. These growth projections underscore the crucial importance of timely funding for San Remo Primary School, which was poised to address its infrastructure challenges with plans drawn up for construction. This year marks the 150th anniversary of San Remo Primary School and the need for fit-for-purpose facilities is more apparent than ever. The delay in funding not only hampers the school’s ability to upgrade its facilities but diminishes its capacity to meet the basic needs of its students and teachers and provide safe and suitable learning spaces.

Action:

The petitioners therefore request that the Legislative Assembly call on the Government to reinstate the remaining promised funding for San Remo Primary School to allow the school to commence construction works at the end of 2024 as planned.

Ordered that petition be considered tomorrow.