A petition containing 87 signatures demanding a public toilet be installed in a Yarraville park, was tabled at a meeting of Maribyrnong council on Tuesday, May 20.
“We would like a public toilet installed in Beaton Reserve, Yarraville,” the petitioners said.
“The park is used by many members of the community particularly families with young children. The nearest toilet is at Yarraville Railway Station. It is challenging for families spending time at the park when the only option is a long walk of 10 minutes which is very convenient. A public toilet would make the park much more user friendly for the residents of Yarraville.”
Another petition requesting council install permit-only parking restrictions on White Street, Footscray, was also tabled, though received far less support, with only 12 signatures attached.
The request for parking permits was made to address the influx of vehicles being parked on White Street belonging to tradespeople working on the new Footscray Hospital nearby.
“This measure will ensure that parking is reserved primarily for residents and their visitors,” the petitioners said.
“The construction activities have already led to an increase in non-resident vehicles parking on White Street. Once the hospital is completed, it is fair to assume that our street will face even greater parking pressures from hospital staff and visitors looking for parking.”
The petition also argued that parking restrictions would guarantee access for residents, reduce congestion and enhance safety.
Both petitions will now be considered by council officers.
