A move by Central Coast Council to prioritise a pedestrian review and investigation along Railway Cr, Lisarow, following a hit-and-run incident involving a local 12-year-old girl has been welcomed by the Member for The Entrance David Mehan.
The young girl was struck by a car while crossing the road on February 7, leaving her hospitalised and with serious injuries.
Railway Cr is a busy road used daily by schoolchildren and commuters accessing the train station and the incident highlighted the need for improved pedestrian safety in the area.
Mehan said as a result of his representations Council has undertaken a preliminary review of the current pedestrian facilities and identified that pedestrian improvements would be beneficial.
Further investigation and review are now required and a range of options will be considered including the provision for a pedestrian crossing, pedestrian refuge and other improvements.
“We have a responsibility to ensure that everyone feels safe using our local roads,” Mehan said.
“Every step we take to improve our roads is a step in the right direction.
“To have Council prioritise the review to now be undertaken within 3-6 months, rather than the general 12 months to finalise, shows that there are real safety concerns that need to be addressed.
“Prioritising pedestrian safety is paramount for the local community, and I am glad to see that Council agrees.”
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