Keen Street Revitalisation Project

This project has been completed. Minor additions will be completed, before ongoing maintenance.

• August 25 2022

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  This past week the Project Team have been getting stuck into the demolition phase of the existing footpath.

  Council appreciates the patience of businesses and customers around this time as we aim to keep business interruptions to an absolute minimum.

  Priorities over the next few weeks are as follows:

  • Restore temporary Keen St access to the Apollo Hall and Cut Loose Hair salon.
  • Open up thru access for pedestrians along the shopfronts (Best and Less area)
  • Install new Electrical and Storm water services from Suffolk Sports down to The Book Warehouse (only minor water disruption planned for Monday 29/08)
  • Earthworks activities from Suffolk Sports to The Book Warehouse (no major business or access interruptions planned)
  • The project team propose to work Sunday 04/09 for concrete cutting activities as an effort to minimise business disruption.
  • - This will occur from Book Warehouse to Woodlark St. Public access will be restricted in this area on this day, however business owner, landlord and residential access will still be possible.

  In the weeks that follow, new concrete footpath will be poured up to the Book Warehouse. Before progressing into the 2nd half of the project with demolition activities beginning at the Northern end of the Book Warehouse mid September.

  Currently the Project Team are available onsite Mondays 3pm and Wednesdays 11am for discussions around construction staging and business interactions.

  

  

• August 11 2022

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  Onsite consultations with the Project Manager and Community Engagement team on Mondays at 3pm and Wednesdays at 11am, continue. Speaking with businesses and pedestrians to answer any questions and listen to feedback.

  Further fencing will be erected around the works zone starting Monday 15^th August. On the fencing will be core flute ‘Open For Business’ signage and ‘Open For Business’ (with a map image of how to access Eggins Lane) signage for those shops offering back alley access.

  We understand for those businesses accessible via Eggins Lane during this time there is limited access for vehicles. Please see details of the traffic plan below. Signage detailing the detours will be erected to manage traffic.

  

  There have been some changes to shopfront closures for businesses following feedback received. Please continue to support and reach out direct to check with your local businesses on any differences to their trading.

  • The road closure will be in place Mon – Friday, 24 hours and progressively move down the works zone. This is to allow for heavy machinery to complete works, which causes a safety concern for motorists and pedestrians within the immediate work zone areas. Additionally, the Project Team have requested the 24hr closure due to narrowed site access around traffic blisters and to improve work efficiencies. This will allow the overall project duration to be reduced and consequently reduce disruptions in the long run.
  • The U-turn bay at the current location will be removed from Monday 15th. There have been instances of motorists parking in the U-turn bay, disregarding detour signage and notices. The management of these instances will be ongoing however the Project Team are considering alternative deterrents. Due to the progression of works zone down the street, the U-turn bay will need to be removed and re-established further down where it will progressively move as the works continue.

  In brighter news, the first section has been reopened to the public with the fullwidth footpath to be completed early next week. Concrete pours have been ongoing since Thursday last week, and will continue throughout the remainder of this week.

  

  Again, we would like to acknowledge the businesses in this section, and appreciate your ongoing patience as these works were carried out.

  Shall you have questions, the Q+A tab of this page can be utilised. Otherwise we look forward to seeing you in Keen Street on Mondays and Wednesdays.

• Follow Us on Facebook - 9th August 2022

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  KEEN STREET REVITALISATION PROJECT

  Keen Street may look a little different over the coming weeks – but your favourite local businesses are still operating! Drop by to continue supporting them during this time.

  Concrete has been poured for the first section of the $1.2 million Keen Street Revitalisation Project and we are looking forward to showing an example of how the finished footpath will look.

  
  

  Underground infrastructure services continue to be improved including provisions for future use, such as storm water, new water meters, power and communications conduit.

  Please remember, intermittent road closures are in place for a section of Keen Street near the Magellan Street roundabout Monday – Friday, between 7am – 4pm for public safety while heavy machinery complete works.

  
  

  Both sides of Keen Street are still accessible for motorists, with the added provision of a U-turn bay adjacent to the Regional Gallery entrance.

  
  

  To keep up to date with the progress of the works, go to https://yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/keen-street-footpath...

  

• August 5 2022

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  This week, new water meters were installed for the section of Keen Street from Magellan Street to Suffolk Sports. These new meters are an upgrade, and will allow water readings via bluetooth in the future. We would like to make mention of the disruption to water access for a number of Keen Street businesses on Monday. Thank you for your patience while this important infrastructure was installed.

  
  

  Upgrades have been made to the storm water pipes and power cabling in this section to provide improved infrastructure for the future. Works were also carried out to remove communications cabling from existing footpath concrete. This is a tricky process, involving a jackhammer to carefully remove the concrete and not cause disruptions to telephone and internet access for the street.

  
  

  Unfortunately there have been a number of unforeseen challenges such as this, which have added time to the construction schedule. The Project Team’s decision to start construction in this first section as a trial run has proven useful in understanding the unseen infrastructure challenges. We would like to further acknowledge and thank the businesses in this first section.

  
  

  Concrete pour commenced this week for this first section, with the finalised footpath to be accessible by Tuesday 9/8/2022. We are looking forward to finishing this work for all businesses in this section, and providing a finalised example for how the finished footpath will look.

  
  

  Please keep in mind that public access to a number of businesses will be limited this week. Please check in with your local business if they are providing access via Eggins Lane.

  
  

  Keen Street is accessible by road. Please keep in mind there is a small closed section near the Keen/Magellan Street roundabout. This closure will be in place Monday - Friday 7am - 4pm to allow heavy machinery access to complete works. This closure may be open intermittently. A U-Turn is provided adjacent to the Regional Gallery entrance for motorists to access all of Keen Street.

• July 27 2022

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  Noisy works are to be completed on Sunday July 31, in an effort to minimise interruptions to businesses and pedestrians. Concrete cutting operations will commence for the inside block of Keen Street, footpath between Magellan and Woodlark Streets at 7am and be complete by approximately 4pm. Due to excessive noise and logistical issues, normal business operation will not be possible this Sunday. However business owner and trade access can still be achieved.

  This will assist in removal as stages of the footpath are completed. Moving forward, the Project Team will aim to complete disruptive works on Sundays. If your favourite business operates on a Sunday, please check in with them before making a visit this weekend.

  Safety for pedestrians and public access has been a major consideration in determining works for the remaining duration of the project. Over the coming weeks, changes to business hours and some shopfront closures is likely to occur across multiple stages. Please continue to support this business community, and check in directly for any changes to their trading hours or access.

  Heavy machinery will be completing works, the footpath surface will change as parts are removed and additional work zone areas will be fenced. Pedestrian access around the work zones are still possible, however we ask that you take caution and notice of the fencing and barricades in place for your safety.

  This staged approach has also been scheduled with the intention to minimise disruptive works to businesses in two short blocks. Council and the Project Manager will be completing walk through and discussing this further with businesses. If you would like to discuss further, please contact us directly.

  Unfortunately due to the rain last week, there have been some delays to works. For the week ahead, the communications network and tie-ins to Essential Energy will be installed in the current section of works.

  

  We appreciate the feedback and working with the business owners on this project, and are looking forward to finalising these works for the benefit of our community.

• July 13 2022

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  All works continue between the corner of Magellan Street and Keen Street to Suffolk Sports. Please see project updates for the week ahead:

  • Installation of electronic signage for upcoming partial road closures (please see below further detail of partial road closure for Monday 18^th July)
  • Concrete works – installation of stormwater pits
  • Excavation and install of stormwater pipe
  • Installation of electrical conduits and Junction Pits

  
  

  Since the last update:

  • Installed Pit 1
  • Removed remainder of existing ACO
  • Excavation of Pit 2

  

  Unfortunately due to the wet weather last week, some works were delayed. Changes to the schedule will be made with the possibility of additional work hours. Updates will be posted as required.

  
  

  As a reminder, on Monday 18th July, the section of road from the roundabout to Tropicana will be closed between 7am – 4pm. (Extended to Tuesday 19th July 4pm)

  This is to ensure safe operation of construction equipment, taking into consideration the safety of road users and pedestrians. It is likely later dates will also be required, and updates will be sent for when these are planned. This closure is subject to weather conditions.

  
  

  Electronic signage will detail the closure and motorists are advised to detour via Magellan and Woodlark. Traffic control will be onsite to assist with traffic flow, with the installation of a U-turn in the median adjacent to the Regional Art Gallery parking. The temporary U-turn will provide access to the Western side of Keen Street to minimise business disruption. Please see image below.

  

• July 7 2022

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  All works continue between the corner of Magellan Street and Keen Street to Suffolk Sports. Please see project updates for the week ahead:

  • Removal of garden beds and street furniture at blister (Outside of Thai Satay Hut) - ongoing
  • Concrete works – installation of new pit
  • Excavation and install of stormwater pipe beginning at roundabout to footpath – ongoing.
  • Extension of construction site

  We have received feedback regarding the loading zones, and have made measures to ensure spaces are available for business deliveries. Loading zones are signposted for spaces in the median, with an additional loading zone now available in front of Traditional Medicinals. Please see image below.

  
  

  

  On Monday 18th July, the section of road from the roundabout to Tropicana will be closed between 7am – 4pm. This is to ensure safe operation of construction equipment, taking into consideration the safety of road users and pedestrians. It is likely later dates will also be required, and updates will be sent for when these are planned. This closure is subject to weather conditions.

  

  Electronic signage will detail the closure and motorists are advised to detour via Magellan and Woodlark. Traffic control will be onsite to assist with traffic flow, with the installation of a U-turn in the median adjacent to the Regional Art Gallery parking. The temporary U-turn will provide access to the Western side of Keen Street to minimise business disruption.

  Last, but not least – if you have re-opened or planning to re-open please email business@lismore.nsw.gov.au to ensure your details are updated on our Come to the Heart website. We are working in conjunction with the Lismore App on an interactive map of What’s Open. Read more on our Facebook page today: https://www.facebook.com/LismoreCityCouncil

• June 29 2022

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  The Project Team are continuing to work on the first section of Keen Street, leading from the corner of Magellan.

  The footpath pavement is significantly thicker than expected, with additional works put into place for removal. Some businesses this week have been affected by noisy works. We would like to apologise for the inconvenience, and moving forward are scheduling noisy works (where possible) to be completed between 7-9am to minimise disruptions. Please don’t hesitate to speak with our team if you would like to provide feedback

  Continuing through the week ahead:

  • Hours of work 7am – 3pm, Mon – Fri (these may change slightly depending on schedule of work)
  • Removal of garden beds and street furniture at blister (Near Thai Satay Hut)
  • Continued removal of existing channel drain
  • Removal of footpath (cut last week)
  • Corner Magellan/Keen - Excavation of new pit
  • Excavation and install of storm water pipe beginning at roundabout to footpath.

  

  As always, we appreciate your feedback. Please utilise the Q&A function of this article, so we may share the response with the wider community.

• June 22 2022

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  Works planned for the week ahead:

  From the corner of Magellan/Keen to Suffolk Sports

  • Cutting of concrete footpath and blisters, starting at the corner.
  • Pedestrian route will be signed and barricaded. Please be aware the route may change over the next month to allow for works.
  • Removal of existing channel drain
  • Corner Magellan/Keen Street - Excavation of a new pit
  • Excavation and install of storm water pipe beginning at roundabout leading to footpath.

  Additionally, temporary loading/lay down zone will be signposted. Works have started to allow additional access to these spaces.

  If you would like to receive these updates direct, please contact rebecca.sproule@lismore.nsw.gov.au

• 1 June 2022

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  Lismore City Council will be upgrading the footpath on the internal block of Keen Street (between Woodlark and Magellan Streets) commencing 6th June 2022. This work will take place under the CBD Footpaths Replacement Project, which aims to further revitalise the Lismore CBD, benefiting the local economy and community.

  This project is expected to take approximately 12-15 weeks for completion (pending weather and unforeseen delays). All updates will be shared through the Community Updates tab of this article.

  Council will work closely with impacted businesses, and communicate updates in advance to minimise disruptions. Please reach out shall you be looking to re-open during this project period, and where possible we will consult with you individually and promote to the public your available services.