City Scene - July 2001: Improving parks and waterways

July 2001

Public must get involved in debate

Make sure you’re enrolled to have your say

City still a great place to live

Big upswing in kerbside recycling

Help wanted in stamping out illegal parking

Improving parks and waterways

Submissions are being sought by the City Council on how to improve the city’s parks and waterways.

A draft Parks and Waterways Access Policy aims to overcome barriers to ensure that everyone is able to enjoy the city’s parks and open space and specifically caters for people with disabilities, the elderly and caregivers with young children.

The policy requires that new facilities are built to accessible standards specified in the policy and that existing facilities are upgraded over time as funding allows.

Specifications are included for paths and tracks, entrances, toilets, drinking fountains, signs and information boards and playgrounds.

Submissions and comments are sought from the public on this draft policy before 31 August.

Copies of the policy are available from the Council’s Parks and Waterways Unit.

For further information contact Kelly Hansen: ph 941 8688.