Waterfront to be closed to traffic

The Boulevarde on the Woy Woy waterfront would be closed to through traffic, under a proposal recommended by the Woy Woy CBD Committee.

The road would be turned into a cul-de-sac with entry from the Pelican Park end, said committee chair Cr Lynne Bockholt.

The current parallel parking would be replaced by angle parking near Pelican Park and the CWA Hall.

Removable bollards would allow for yachts to be put into the water and for tankers to bring fuel to the wharf.

"The matter went to the Traffic Committee last week where, as I understand it, the committee's recommendation was supported," said Cr Bockholt.

"Part of the recommendation is that the matter be placed on public exhibition."

Cr Bockholt said the proposal dated back several years to the time of the Woy Woy Village Renewal Committee.

That committee wanted to close the Boulevarde at the waterfront, "believing that it is a great community meeting place", she said.

"And this is indeed the case as increasing numbers of functions are being held there, showing a real acceptance by the community of this special place.

"Plans are currently being prepared to upgrade Anderson Park, including the Rotary fountain, to make the waterfront an even better place for locals and visitors alike."