Update on Engagement Results and Construction

Thanks to the Ayr Street community and local traders for helping to shape this upgrade project.

In summary we undertook the following:

• Hard copy of concept plan (1) to all traders
• A facilitated meeting with Manningham urban planners and some traders on the first concept plan
• Distribution of amended concept plan (2) to all traders and follow-up informal discussions
• Signage with concept plan (2) in local shops
• A flyer letterbox dropped to every residence within a 200 metre radius with concept plan (2) and an invite to have their say with further information including a survey instrument and discussion forum
• Promotion at the local bowling club and discussion with management

Based on the very positive feedback, it is clear the Ayr Street South Upgrade Concept Plan has strong support in its current form. Improvements that have been incorporated into the final project plan as a result of engagement are:

1. Hand rails on stairs
2. Retaining trees – with root protectors
3. Keep the Loading Zone on the upper level
4. Maintain number of car parks on the upper level
5. Include bike racks and rubbish bins

There are ongoing discussions with some residents and traders about traffic safety and parking time limits. We are still discussing the Arts project scope and more suggestions are always welcome.

In April, the entire shopping strip was cleaned with a high pressure hose. Now we are ready to start with some work on fencing. Works are set to begin from Friday 18th June! Construction is scheduled to be finished within a month.

Final plans are saved in the Documents section.