Waterfront closure not needed

The proposed closure of The Boulevarde at Woy Woy, under the disguise of a bicycle way, is the latest in a long line of poor traffic management decisions throughout the Peninsula.

This proposal was discussed on Thursday, June 17, at a recent public meeting held by Gosford Council.

From discussions at the meeting, it was clear that a functional bicycle route around the Peninsula is required and many other issues need to be addressed with even a partial closure.

These issues include the loss of parking, the impact on the commercial wharf activities, tourist bus movement and the surrounding businesses.

Any move to transform the section of road between Brisbane Water Dr and Brickwharf Rd into the new Kibble Park will strongly be resisted.

Both pedestrian access and cyclist usage can be accommodated with the current traffic flow and parking arrangements by simply installing a raised pedestrian crossing at both intersections of the road and lowering the speed limit.

Submissions on this project to Gosford Council close June 30.

Mark Ellis Woy Woy