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Lennox Village Vision Project
Project update
The $7 million Lennox Village Vision project will be completed in four stages.
Stage 1 Relocation of Services
Construction is expected to commence by the end of September 2021 and continue until early 2022 (subject to approvals, weather and site conditions).
• pot holing to locate services
• undergrounding of overhead electrical lines, including connections to properties
• relocation of water services, including connections to properties
• installation of stormwater pollution mitigation devices in Ross Park and Lennox Park.
Ross Park Reconstruction September 2021 - January 2022
The Ross Park concept has been developed after years of engagement from the local community. This included a Community Stakeholder Design Charette with representatives from local businesses, community groups and educational providers, as well as community feedback received during public exhibition of the concept designs.
The new play space will include an all-ability carousel*, group nest swing, timber fort with slide and natural play elements including a wobbly bridge, balancing poles and a turtle sandpit maze created by local artists. The park also features an accessible toilet, covered picnic areas, shade trees, seating, and ‘art pavers’ designed by the community in association with the Lennox Arts Board.
Ross Park will be closed while these works are being completed. This will ensure the safety of our community and construction crew while also reducing the overall construction time. To find another park or playground near you, visit ballina.nsw.gov. au/playgrounds.
* The accessible carousel is kindly donated through the fundraising efforts of Tracey Everingham-Armstrong with the local community.
FAQs
During construction the following measures will be undertaken to limit the impact to businesses and pedestrians:
Dust
Some dust may be present during construction. Water spraying trucks will be used to help minimise dust.
Noise and Timing of Works
There will be noise present during construction, this will include concrete saw cutting of existing surfaces. Construction will be Monday to Friday 7am-6pm, and at times Saturday 8am-1pm. Works may be required out of hours.
Stage 1 Utility Upgrades and Outages
The project provides a good opportunity to upgrade our stormwater, water and electricity services. Power services will be relocated underground. Business operators and residents may experience power and water outages during these works. Outages will be scheduled to minimise impacts where possible, and council will provide notification via email updates.
Car Parking and Vehicle Access
Parking will be reduced during the active phase of construction and may, at times, be unavailable in front of businesses. Council will encourage people to use alternative parking areas and walk to Ballina Street. Temporary signage will inform customers of any changes to property/business access.
Footpath Works and Pedestrian Access
During construction pedestrian access will be maintained, however at times there will be temporary detours around construction zones.
Travel Delays
Every attempt will be made to keep a travel lane open throughout the project. At times Ballina Street will be partially closed with traffic control in place. The speed limit will be reduced around construction zones. Council encourages people to park and walk to increase pedestrian traffic to local businesses.
Through traffic will be encouraged to use Park Lane and Byron Street. Please expect delays and plan to leave earlier than you would. We ask that everyone remains patient and courteous, especially when there are delays.
Bus Shelter
The bus shelter in Lennox Park will be temporarily relocated to the nearby Lennox Park picnic shelter.
Access to Businesses
Council’s project team will liaise with businesses to maintain customer and delivery access where possible or provide alternative access points. Council staff will make contact prior to each phase.
