Phegans Bay waterfront comments close this month
Residents have until the end of this month to comment on the Phegans Bay Waterfront Masterplan to "outline the overall vision for the Phegans Bay waterfront".
The comments will "inform the development of the Phegans Bay Waterfront Masterplan", according to Central Coast Council's consultation website Your Voice Our Coast.
"Once developed, the masterplan will outline the overall vision for the Phegans Bay waterfront precinct and provide a conceptual layout to guide future projects and infrastructure.
"The Masterplan will then be incorporated into the Hawkesbury-Nepean River System Coastal Management Plan which is currently being developed."
This would "provide opportunities for funding through the NSW Coastal and Estuary grants program and consideration for capital funding via Council budgets."
The website claimed "Council recognises the importance of the Phegans Bay Waterfront".
It said it was wanting feedback on how the community used the waterfront and what it would like to see within the waterfront precinct into the future.
The website includes an interactive map and an online survey.
It explained: "Council was approached by the Phegans Bay community with concerns that the condition of the foreshore was deteriorating and that if not addressed infrastructure, including Phegans Bay Rd, would be compromised.
"The site was subsequently assessed as a high priority for investigation and a commitment was made to work with the community to develop a masterplan outlining upgrades required to improve the amenity, access, safety and environmental integrity of the site."
It defended holding the consultation over the holiday period.
"Council is leveraging an extended consultation period to include the holiday period to ensure that locals, guests and visitors have an opportunity to provide input."
Community input will be received until February 1.
The email address of senior urban designer Mr Lalyn Collure is provided as the council staff contact: lalyn.collure@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au.
SOURCE:
Website, 4 Jan 2024
Your Voice Our Coast, Central Coast Council