The Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) wants feedback on the Footscray and Maribyrnong Tram Corridor planning.
The govenment is looking at ways to make tram travel along route 82 in Footscray and Maribyrnong easier, safer and more accessible.
DTP said it is reviewing the tram corridor from Footscray Station, via Droop Street to Gordon Street/River Street in Maribyrnong.
Once upgraded , DTP said tram stops from Footscray will connect with existing level access tram stops along Route 82 to Highpoint Shopping Centre and Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre.
Tram route 82 travels through the heart of Footscray, connecting busy transport routes and local shopping areas along Leeds Street, Hopkins Street, Droop Street and Gordon Street.
DTP said these busy roads can create challenges with competing priorities impacting on peoples’ safety and experience of the street.
The corridor planning looks at tram stop upgrades for multiple stops along a section of street rather than individual tram stops, which DTP said presents an opportunity to think about how the street functions, what could be improved and how to better integrate tram stops within the local street environment.
As this project is in the planning phase and there is currently no funding for tram stop construction at these locations.
Now in the first stage of community consultation, the department wants to hear from people that live, shop locally, visit or travel through the area, as well as from people that own or operate a business or organisation along the corridor.
Following the completion of the survey in October until early 2024, the department will analyse and assess all community feedback.
In mid 2024, the second consultation phase will begin, then in late 2024 the next steps will be taken.
Details:engage.vic.gov.au/route-82-planning
