Bus zone recommended

Gosford Council's Local Traffic Committee has recommended that a bus zone be installed on the southern side of Araluen Dr, Hardys Bay, west from the existing 15 minute parking.

The recommendation follows a request by the Council in November to review "No Stopping restrictions and parking and bus stop needs in the vicinity of the intersection ... in consultation with the community and bus proprietors".

Site inspection and public consultation were held between representatives of Council's Road Safety and Traffic Unit and Busways, together with local business proprietors to further identify the appropriate location for a bus zone in the vicinity of the intersection.

It was found that parking along Araluen Dr was a major concern to businesses operating by the roadside.

The committee was told that the view of footpath diners was disturbed by the unlimited parking and that shop owners had asked for the elimination of car parking in this area and the installation of a bus zone.

Council Agenda TR.11.12, 22 Mar 2011