We attended a Council public access meeting recently which I found extremely disappointing and distressing.
Only Cr David Warth took notes (that I could see) and asked intelligent questions of the passionate, well-informed presenters.
Of greatest interest was the sensible question of why the Mullumbimby Road works were not being done as a matter of urgency, preferably under lights, at night.
It was stated on what seemed good authority that it may have added just one per cent to the cost, although Cr Lyon dismissively and repeatedly disagreed with this.
However, all residents and visitors to our town would agree that even if it added 10 per cent it would be worth it to have the road opened ASAP.
Coolamon Scenic Drive (North) is totally unsuitable for heavy usage, particularly for drivers unused to its narrow, dangerous nature.
The idea that this is okay for all east or north exits is nonsense – especially for four of the busiest traffic months.
We are all nervous about the ‘what ifs’ of emergency access, if further flooding and/or fires further impact our need to move around on safe roads. It is going to be a terrible time for us all in every way and the eventual social and business costs may be much more than construction works.
As the upgrade is said to be needed for development on McAuleys Lane there must be developer contributions involved.
Please don’t let Mullumbimby’s residents and businesses pay for this appalling piece of bad planning!
Carole Gamble
Mullumbimby
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