Councillor welcomes refurbishment
Families in Gallowhill will see a big improvement in their recreational spaces before the end of this year.
Renfrewshire Council recently confirmed investment, previously outlined in its budget, will be handed over to develop Gallowhill Play Park and the community Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) this year.
At a recent meeting of the council’s infrastructure, land and environment board officers explained work to restore the MUGA, which has been badly vandalised, will start before the end of the year.
They said a consultation will also get underway with families and local school children who will play a part in selecting new equipment for the Netherhill Road park.
The development was welcomed by Gallowhill councillors Cathy McEwan and Jim Paterson.
Councillor McEwan told the Express:“I am delighted that there will be investment in two parks in the Renfrew South and Gallowhill Ward, both play parks are well used community assets and deserve a refurbishment to improve the equipment for our young people.”
In total £657,000 will be invested in brand-new play equipment and refurbishments this financial year.
The investment will see five play areas renewed – namely Anne Avenue and Victory Gardens in Renfrew;Tannahill Crescent and Miller Street in Johnstone; and Netherhill Road in Paisley – and a further play area at Urquhart Crescent in Renfrew will be refurbished.
Councillor Paterson said: “I was clear during the local government election campaign last year that investment in these two parks would be a priority for me should I be re-elected.
“I am pleased that work is to proceed soon following consultations with local school pupils in both areas.
“I am also pleased to see progress on investment in the MUGA which is in desperate need of a refurbishment. This was a commitment in the administration budget passed in March and shows that we are serious about improving the outdoor facilities for all residents.”