cycle action whakatane

STRATEGY TO MEET DAILY TRAVEL:

• cycle routes to all schools and 3 main shopping areas to be prioritised. Preferably off-road (eg. Mokorua river route behind Whakatane Hospital).
• bike racks in main centres
• If on-road, then widened and cleared of parked cars to a reasonable width
• Speed reduction along on-road routes during peak times
• Work with schools and other groups to raise awareness & safety
• Proposed cycle racks, suggestions are - Main shopping areas (spread around important areas) – The Strand x 3, Kope x 2, The Hub x 2; Playgrounds and parks – skate park, Whakatane Heads, the Bridge swimming hole, Warren Park playground, War Memorial Halll, Gorge Road end of the bird walk, James St / Rimu St playground, Tuhoe Avenue park.

TO FULFIL SPORT, LEISURE & RECREATION NEEDS:

• Peripheral cycle route along river and lagoon
• Routes to have an upgraded surface with seal or very fine, well compacted metal.  Widened to safely accommodate cyclists and pedestrians
• Upgrade and formalise existing routes through parks (Rex Morpeth, Warren Ave & Tuhoe Avenue) as above
• Increased cleansing frequency, especially after weekend nights on park paths to clear glass & debris
• Proposed route along Valley Road Reserve
• Proposed infrastructure improvements & installations for sport cycling, attracting funding from external funders.
  

 Contact us for regular updates by e-mail  and we can keep you up-to-date with planned meetings and events.