The following residents of the ACT draw the attention of the Assembly
• Kids Academy in Rivett is a local daycare centre that provides essential early childhood education for families in the local Weston Creek community. Ensuring safe and convenient access to the facility aligns with the ACT Government’s commitments.
• The ACT Government emphasises the importance of accessible and safe infrastructure for all community members, especially in areas that serve children and families.
• However, we wish to draw the attention of the Assembly to the recent changes in parking regulations around Kids Academy at the corner of Bangalay Crescent and Rivett Place. The installation of 'no standing' and 'no parking' signs has created significant challenges for parents and caregivers during drop-off and pick-up times. This situation is particularly problematic for parents with multiple children or those with children who have disabilities, as it compromises the kids' safety and convenience. These changes have caused a chaotic, dangerous parking situation.
• With the upcoming opening of a new childcare centre at the Rivett shops, the parking situation is expected to worsen, exacerbating congestion and safety concerns. The petitioners propose that making Rivett Place a one-way street with a dedicated pick up/set down lane could alleviate these issues by improving traffic flow and creating safer conditions for parents and children. This would allow for the inclusion of safe drop-off parking spots at the front of the centre.
Your petitioners, therefore, request the Assembly to call on the ACT Government to review the current parking restrictions and implement a one-way traffic system on Rivett Place with a dedicated pick up/set down lane. These changes will ensure safe and convenient access to Kids Academy and the surrounding facilities, supporting the needs of families and aligning with the ACT Government’s commitment to community wellbeing, accessibility and safety.