Pilot Bay Boardwalk project info meeting
Come along to view the detailed plan for the boardwalk’s construction, information about how the project has progressed to this stage and where to from here.
Staff and elected members involved in the project will be present to answer your questions. The information session will also be an opportunity to share your thoughts on the design ahead of construction.
The project involves constructing a mainly wooden boardwalk along the length of Pilot Bay. The boardwalk will be vary in width up to a maximum width of three metres. The intention of the boardwalk is to better protect and preserve the grassed area and to create easier access for all users.
The project began in November 2011 following concern about the degradation that was occurring in the area. Various solutions were consulted on as part of the 2012-2022 ten year plan and a budget of $295,000 was approved in May 2012. The Port of Tauranga have supporting the project with a contribution of $200,000.
Construction of the boardwalk is expected to be completed by July 2013. comments powered by Disqus