Subject:
Footpath between the western side of Fullagar Crescent and Higgins Shops
Eligibility:
Residents of ACT
Sponsoring member:
Kikkert, Elizabeth
Principal petitioner:
No. of Signatures:
172
Posting Date:
Tabled:
15/5/2024
Referred to Minister:
15/5/2024
Responded to:
Information about the Principal Petitioner is available through the sponsoring Member of the Legislative Assembly's office
TO: The Speaker and Members of the Legislative Assembly
Reason for this Petition
This petition of certain residents of the Australian Capital Territory draws the attention of the Assembly that:
- there is no formal footpath directly connecting the western side of Fullagar Crescent and the Higgins Shops;
- people frequently walk this route anyway, having created a well-worn ‘desire line" along the south side of Higgins Oval;
- because it is unsealed, this ‘desire line’ is often boggy and difficult to walk on;
- rehabilitation of the Higgins Oval has dramatically boosted its use, increasing the need for a sealed footpath in the area; and
- ongoing development of The Henry retirement village likewise strengthens the case for a safe, accessible footpath in this location.
Requested Actions
Your petitioners, therefore, request the Assembly to call upon the ACT Government to priorities the construction of a formal footpath to replace this ‘desire line’.