A waterfront boardwalk to Woy Woy Bay is one of the suggestions put forward on a Council interactive map asking for suggestions on upgrading Phegans Bay foreshore.
But many of the suggestions focus on the state and width of the roads.
Council was approached by the Phegans Bay community with concerns that the condition of the foreshore was deteriorating and that if not addressed infrastructure, including Phegans Bay Rd, would be compromised.
“The site was subsequently assessed as a high priority for investigation and a commitment was made to work with the community to develop a masterplan outlining upgrades required to improve the amenity, access, safety and environmental integrity of the site,” Council said.
Once developed, the Phegans Bay Waterfront Masterplan will be incorporated into the Hawkesbury-Nepean River System Coastal Management Program (HNR CMP) which is currently being developed, although it is behind schedule according to Council’s Quarter 1 business report.
Council says inclusion of the masterplan within the HNR CMP will provide opportunities for funding through the NSW Coastal and Estuary grants program and consideration for capital funding via Council budgets.
Public consultation began on November 27, 2023, and continues until February 1, 2024.
The community is invited “to join the conversation” and provide input via the interactive map and online survey at https://www.yourvoiceourcoast.com/phegansbay
Merilyn Vale