Golden Plains Shire council has called for members of the community to provide feedback on a proposed pedestrian safety improvement project in Teesdale.
The project would see a pedestrian refuge installed adjacent to the town’s general store and pharmacy to improve pedestrian safety on the arterial road.
It would also result in a new car park opposite the general store that could accommodate larger vehicles, a right-turn lane for access to the car park for vehicles approaching from the east and a new pedestrian access path from the car park to the pedestrian crossing point.
With the plan already approved by the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), the council has begun engagement with the community.
Community members can view the plan online at goldenplains.vic.gov.au/consultations and email communityengagement@gplains.vic.gov.au to provide feedback.
The council will also hold an information session at the Teesdale Public Hall at 6pm on Wednesday 28 January, which members of the public can register to attend by emailing their name and contact details to the above email address.
Golden Plains Shire mayor Owen Sharkey said the council was committed to improving road safety for pedestrians and other road users in Teesdale.
“We have listened to the community and worked with the DPT to identify a solution that will improve pedestrian safety while also improving access to Teesdale’s main shopping precinct,” he said.
“We encourage (people) to have a look at the proposed plan on (the) council’s website and provide feedback on this important safety project.”
Contact director of infrastructure and environment Phil Josipovic at enquiries@gplains.vic.gov.au or on 5220 7111 for more information.
