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South East Queensland Cycle Network Program: 2011-12 Capital Grants Projects SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL Arthur Street Pathway Construction ARTHUR STREET PATHWAY CONSTRUCTION Project Description This project involves the construction of an off-road shared pathway along the Energex alignment from the Nicklin Way pathway to the point where the alignment meets the existing Arthur Street pathway. This project will provide a safe off-road passage for cyclists and prevent cyclist/ vehicle conflict. The project connects to existing pathways along Nicklin Way and Arthur Street, providing quicker, safer and more convenient access to the many surrounding facilities. Project works will include 500 metres of 3 metre wide off-road pathway, way-finding signage and solar lighting. This project forms part of the cycle network identified in the South East Queensland Principal Cycle Network Plan. Council Priority Ranking Sunshine Coast Regional Council ranked this project 12 of 16 for 2011-12. Trip Attractors • Stockland Caloundra Shops • Sunshine Coast Regional Council • Caloundra Hospital • Caloundra High School • Caloundra Christian College • Youth Centre • Caloundra Aquatic Centre • Bowls Club and RSL Funding The project estimate is $385,000. Sunshine Coast Regional Council has committed $192,500 to this project and is requesting: • $192,500 as a 2011-12 Capital Grant from the Cycle Network Program. Political Representation • Federal – Hon Peter Slipper MP [Fisher] • State – Mr Mark McArdle MP [Caloundra] • Local – Cr Tim Dwyer [Division 2] South East Queensland Cycle Network Program 2011-12 Capital Grants Projects 16 SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL Claymore Road Cycle Link Construction CLAYMORE ROAD CYCLE LINK CONSTRUCTION Project Description This project involves the construction of an off-road cycle link along the western side of Claymore Road, starting at Sippy Downs Drive to Bainbridge Circuit. Claymore Road Cycle Link will provide a link for cyclists travelling between residential areas, schools, Sunshine Coast University and the future Sippy Downs Town Centre. The link will extend the regional cycle network from Sippy Downs to Kawana Island and Mooloolaba and connect the south eastern part of Sippy Downs with the Sunshine Coast Motorway. Project works will include 740 metres of 3 metre wide off-road pathway, way-finding signage and solar lighting. This project forms part of the cycle network identified in the South East Queensland Principal Cycle Network Plan. Council Priority Ranking Sunshine Coast Regional Council ranked this project 2 of 16 for 2011-12. Trip Attractors • [Future] Sippy Downs Town Centre • Chancellor Park Market Place • Lakeside Shopping Centre • Sunshine Coast University • Chancellor Park College • Mooloolah River National Park Funding The project estimate is $1,100,000. Sunshine Coast Regional Council has committed $550,000 to this project and is requesting: • $550,000 as a 2011-12 Capital Grant from the Cycle Network Program. Political Representation • Federal – Hon Peter Slipper MP [Fisher] • State – Mr Jarrod Bleijie MP [Kawana] • Local – Cr Christian Dickson [Division 6] South East Queensland Cycle Network Program 2011-12 Capital Grants Projects 17 SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL Coastal Pathway Directional Signage COASTAL PATHWAY DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE Project Description This project will involve the design and installation of way-finding signage along the Sunshine Coast Coastal Pathway from Venning Street at Mooloolaba through to Alexandra Parade at Maroochydore. The project is a Principle Cycle Network Coastal Route and the installation of consistent way-finding signage along this route will improve safety and accessibility for cyclists. This project contributes to the cycle network identified in the South East Queensland Principal Cycle Network Plan. Council Priority Ranking Sunshine Coast Regional Council ranked this project 14 of 16 for 2011-12. Trip Attractors • Maroochydore, Cotton Tree and Mooloolaba Centres • Sunshine Plaza • Cornmeal Parade Transit Hub & End of Trip Facilities • Cotton Tree Library • Mooloolaba Primary School • Cotton Tree Aquatic Centre • Cotton Tree Bowls Club & Tennis Courts • Maroochydore Beach and Surf Life Saving Club Funding The project estimate is $66,000. Sunshine Coast Regional Council has committed $33,000 to this project and is requesting: • $33,000 as a 2011-12 Capital Grant from the Cycle Network Program. Political Representation • Federal – Hon Peter Slipper MP [Fisher] and Hon Alex Somlyay MP [Fairfax] • State – Ms Fiona Simpson MP [Maroochydore] • Local – Cr Chris Thompson [Division 4] and Cr Debbie Blummel [Division 8] South East Queensland Cycle Network Program 2011-12 Capital Grants Projects 18 SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL Cotton Tree Pathway Construction COTTON TREE PATHWAY CONSTRUCTION Project Description This project involves the construction of an off-road pathway along the northern side of Cotton Tree Parade starting at the corner of King Street through to the eastern side of Alexandra Parade, finishing at the corner of Memorial Avenue. The project will complete an essential link between Maroochydore and Kawana connecting to existing pathways and providing greater connectivity for cyclists. Project works will include the redesign of roadway parking, the construction of 340 metres of 3 metre wide off-road pathway, way-finding signage and lighting. In 2008-09 the Cycle Network Program contributed $85,000 funding for the construction of Cotton Tree Parade Maroochydore Cycleway [9152]. This project forms part of the cycle network identified in the South East Queensland Principal Cycle Network Plan. Council Priority Ranking Sunshine Coast Regional Council ranked this project 6 of 16 for 2011-12. Trip Attractors • Maroochydore Regional Activity Centre • Cornmeal Parade Transit Hub & End-of-Trip Facilities • Sunshine Plaza Bus Interchange • Cotton Tree Beach • Maroochydore Beach & Surf Life Saving Club • Cotton Tree Aquatic Centre • Cotton Tree Caravan Park Funding The project estimate is $660,000. Sunshine Coast Regional Council has committed $330,000 to this project and is requesting: • $330,000 as a 2011-12 Capital Grant from the Cycle Network Program. Political Representation • Federal – Hon Alex Somlyay MP [Fairfax] • State – Ms Fiona Simpson MP [Maroochydore] • Local – Cr Debbie Blummel [Division 8] South East Queensland Cycle Network Program 2011-12 Capital Grants Projects 19 SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL David Low Way Cycle Link (McDonalds Road to Blanch Court) Construction DAVID LOW WAY CYCLE LINK (MCDONALDS ROAD TO BLANCH COURT) CONSTRUCTION Project Description This project involves the construction of an off-road shared path along the eastern side of David Low Way from the existing pathway near Blanch Court to McDonalds Road, then again along the northern side of David Low Way from the Fruit and Vegetable Store to Eudlo Creek Bridge. The project will connect to existing facilities along David Low Way and complete a missing link in the cycle network between Bli Bli and Maroochydore. The gap between McDonalds Road and the Fruit and Vegetable Store will be constructed by Council upon resolution of current land acquisition and design issues. Project works will include 2,280 metres of 2.5-3 metre wide off-road shared path, way-finding signage and lighting. In 2010-11 the Cycle Network Program contributed $275,000 funding towards Petrie Creek Road – Stage 1. This project forms part of the cycle network identified in the South East Queensland Principal Cycle Network Plan. Council Priority Ranking Sunshine Coast Regional Council ranked this project 3 of 16 for 2011-12. Trip Attractors • Maroochydore Regional Activity Centre • Sunshine Plaza Transit Hub • Local Shopping Precinct • Bli Bli Neighbourhood Centre • Bli Bli Primary School • Maroochydore Multisports Complex • Parks and Recreational Facilities Funding The project estimate is $1,342,000. Sunshine Coast Regional Council has committed $671,000 to this project and is requesting: • $671,000 as a 2011-12 Capital Grant from the Cycle Network Program. Political Representation • Federal – Hon Alex Somlyay MP [Fairfax] • State – Mr Steve Dickinson MP [Buderim] and Mr Peter Wellington MP [Nicklin] • Local – Cr Vivien Griffin [Division 9] and Cr Ted Hungerford [Division 7} South East Queensland Cycle Network Program 2011-12 Capital Grants Projects 20 SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL Fishermans Road On-Road Cycle Links Construction FISHERMANS ROAD ON-ROAD CYCLE LINKS CONSTRUCTION Project Description This project will provide road shoulder widening and installation of cycle lanes along Fishermans Road between Bradman Avenue and Commercial Road, as well as green bicycle treatments at driveways, intersection treatments at the intersection of Bradman Avenue and Commercial Road and a pedestrian refuge to provide access to the sports precinct at Lions Park. The project will complete a missing link in the PCNP and provide improved safety for cyclists. Project works will include 1062 metres of 1.5 – 1.8 metre wide on-road cycle lanes, a pedestrian refuge, intersection treatments, signage and lighting. This project forms part of the cycle network identified in the South East Queensland Principal Cycle Network Plan. Council Priority Ranking Sunshine Coast Regional Council ranked this project 11 of 16 for 2011-12. Trip Attractors • Fishermans Road & Commercial Road Light Industry • Maroochydore Regional Activity Centre • Sunshine Plaza Transit Hub • Maroochydore Multisports Complex • Kuluin Primary School • Eudlo Creek Conservation Park • Other Parks and Recreational Facilities Funding
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