SHIRE OF COOROW AND RAC TO PARTNER ON LEEMAN COMMUNITY FRESCO
The Shire of Coorow and RAC are partnering to deliver a Leeman Community Fresco as part of RAC's Reconnect WA initiative.
The project will see a 12-month pilot project run along Rudduck Street from the corner of Nairn Street heading west towards the foreshore where the community can meet, socialise, and relax in Leeman. The project will include:
- Installation of new seating areas at the foreshore and a moveable volleyball equipment and facility;
- Installation of colourful public art on the path connecting the foreshore with the Community Recreation Centre, with local community groups such as Leeman Primary School, Leeman Townscape and Tourism Advisory Group, Leeman Green Head Community Resource Centre assisting with painting interactive play elements;
- Greening/landscaping and lighting to complement the new seating spaces, including planter boxes along the path; and
- Installation of bicycle parking and an accessible beach mat at the foreshore to improve the inclusivity
and useability of the site for all groups.
The purpose of this pilot project is to enhance the functionality and attractiveness of the public places to encourage people to spend time, and experience an innovative, vibrant, and invigorating public space. Also to create a sense of fun where seating, shade, and innovative lighting makes it a safer and easier pedestrian-friendly environment, as well as increasing the flow of foot traffic and improving cycling connections for those making local trips in Rudduck Street and Thomas Street.
Community workshops have been taken place on the 17 February 2022, and a concept has been finalised. Works are expected to be completed in the last half 2022. A launch/opening date will be advertised once finalised. The Shire is keen to monitor any changes in activity and interaction that this vibrant transformation will bring to town. A survey is currently open to collect baseline data to understand the site and to help understand the difference these projects make to the community.
The Leeman Community Fresco is being delivered in partnership with RAC, through its Reconnect WA initiative, which aims to create vibrant streets and public spaces for Western Australians to interact and connect with each other.
Shire of Coorow is one of six Regional Local Governments to partner with RAC through its latest round of Reconnect WA.
For further information please contact the Shire on 9952 0100.
Please take a few minutes to tell us your thoughts on the Leeman Community Fresco Project. You can access the online survey through this link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GFCKTNK
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