South Coast MP Shelley Hancock has asked residents for ideas to transform local streets into shared public spaces as part of a new program from the NSW Government to help encourage social distancing.
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Mrs Hancock said the $15 million fund would help councils implement pilot measures to increase public space and allow for easier social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.
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"Simple changes like widening footpaths or closing a street to vehicles on weekends will make our community healthier, more walkable and easier to maintain social-distancing," she said.
"I'd encourage everyone in the community to think creatively about what small changes we can make that will make our lives better."
Councils will be able to apply for grants of up to $100,000 for short-term, quick response projects, such as widening footpaths and temporary cycle lanes, and up to $1 million for longer-term projects, such as changes to road alignments and widths and trialling lower speed limits.
Community input will be essential in helping councils choose projects that will benefit their communities.
An online social pinpoint map allows users to click directly on a specific area and leave their comments and ideas.
Councils have until June 30 to apply for the Streets as Shared Spaces grants.