Toowoomba Regional Council is progressing its planning for walking paths to improve connectivity in Westbrook and Pittsworth.
The Council was successful in obtaining a Walking Local Government Grant (50% funding) from the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) for the development of the two Walking Network Plans.
Transport and Drainage Planning portfolio spokesperson, Councillor Trevor Manteufel said the plans were a great first step towards improving the connectivity, accessibility and sign legibility of walking routes in each location.
“Each Walking Network Plan was developed by active transport specialists, in consultation with local community, advisory and interest groups,” Cr Manteufel said.
“A series of community workshops and pop-up engagement activities, as well as walking route audits, will be conducted for each location to ensure each of the walking networks suits the needs of the local community now and in the future.
“The plans identify key destinations at each location and aim to connect these places by identifying potential walking routes.
“These walking network plans will inform future priority works programs, identifying locations for new and upgraded footpaths, safe crossings and the need for supporting measures, such as shade trees, lighting and seating.
“If we can create better places to walk, active transport becomes a more attractive and accessible choice for both transport and recreation.
“While a works program is not yet established, the detailed planning for these plans will ensure that walking routes developed or enhanced in the future are carefully considered and well connected.”
The Council is hosting Community information sessions about the plan in Westbrook on Thursday, June 12, 1-3pm at the Westbrook Central Plaza, Main Street, Westbrook; and in Pittsworth on Friday, June 13, 1-3pm at the IGA, Yandilla Street, Pittsworth.
To find out more, visit https://yoursay.tr.qld.gov.au/walking-network-plans.
