Community invited to review Queen Street upgrade plans

Community invited to review Queen Street upgrade plans

Published on 28 April 2021

Council is seeking community feedback on plans for accessibility and safety works along Queen Street in Warragul.

The works are part of the final stage of the Warragul CBD Streetscape Project, which is jointly funded by Council and developer contributions.

Key features of the draft concept designs include:

Upgrading and relocating the public toilet block closer to Queen Street to improve access and passive surveillance. Installing a centre median strip between Smith Street and Mason Street to provide traffic calming and an opportunity for a pedestrian crossing. Improved footpaths and disability access. New line marking for bike lanes, median and turning lanes. Re-establishing and extending the significant tree avenue along the south side of Queen Street.

Council’s Community Infrastructure team visited businesses along the street in the past week to discuss the concept plans and seek feedback.

Following the consultation period, the community feedback will be presented to Council for consideration, with construction expected to begin in early 2022.

Community members and business owners are encouraged to review the draft concept designs and provide feedback to Council.

This consultation opportunity is open until Monday 24 May 2021. More information is available at www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au/Haveyoursay

Quotes attributable to Mayor Cr Danny Goss: “The draft concept designs for the final stages of the Warragul CBD Streetscape Project focus on improving accessibility and amenity along Queen Street, without compromising on traffic flow. We are committed to listening to what the community has to say about these plans and making sure the final designs reflect that.”

Quotes attributable to Central Ward Cr Joe Gauci: "So much has changed in Warragul since this project began ten years ago. We’re going back out to the community with updated plans for Queen Street to make sure they meet the needs of our residents and businesses right now while capturing your future aspirations for the town.”

Quotes attributable to Central Ward Cr Jazmin Tauru: “This project aims to make Queen Street safer and more accessible for our whole community while improving the look and feel of the street. I encourage everyone to review the plans and let us know if they meet your needs. Your views matter to us and will guide the final designs for this important project.”