PRIORITIES | SPECIFIC LOCAL ACTIONS |
Safeguard healthy communities and active travel infrastructure via quiet low speed streets and off-road corridors | Delete extension of Hawdon Street, explore small scale opportunities along stormwater channel, prioritise public open space network and pedestrian/cycle routes |
Promote wellbeing and inclusiveness | Invest in outdoor activity and recreation for a wide range of ages (adventure play space, community gardens, city farm concept), consolidate community/cultural hub, explore heritage tourism opportunities and heritage trail |
Engage the community effectively in a robust planning review process | Revamp Dickson Precinct Code, rethink S72 Estate Development Plan, carry out reliable traffic studies
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Support and revitalise the shopping centre and adjoining restaurant precinct | Commission new signage and place naming, implement conservation management plan for Dickson Library, coordinate place management and pedestrian focus, select site for multi-storey carpark, supervise new construction |
Connect vulnerable groups with resources | Offer essential skills training, continuing education, mental health initiatives, stronger safety net and basic shelter |
Equip the suburb to deal with the next cycle of extreme temperatures and fire seasons | Assist with vegetation and cooling, work scheduling, energy efficiency programs, undergrounding, disaster prevention |