The following received from Vice President Recreational Fishing Association
The current proposal as indicated in Councils Foreshore Waterfront Plan is to close the river boat ramp at Lions Park which is located on the southern shore close to the CBD.
Those with smaller estuary craft will be expected to use the boat ramp on the north/western side of the Clyde River (Punt Road). This is currently closed during the construction of the new bridge This ramp will eventually reopened with a few extra car/trailer parking but the road access is difficult and impractical for vehicles with trailers. It just looks dodgy!
BUT! The biggest issue is the ramp itself because it is dangerous with the significant build-up of sand. There can be strong currents, and it is exposed to strong winds, especially southerly busters. Regular maintenance of the ramp does not occur.
Maritime have classified Punt Road as a poor example of a boat ramp not meeting their standards!
The oyster farmers have just become aware of the propose loss of the Lions Park ramp. They are outraged.
The sad and disappointing news is that Council does not support the provision of a wharf/pontoon at Punt Road boat ramp when it reopens! Furthermore it is in the shadow of the towering new bridge and right next to the northern in-water square bridge pier.
This is just one example of the very poor boating infrastructure provided by Council within the Shire. The photo of the existing Punt Road ramp is what we will get! What a disgrace!
The proposed toilets are located some considerable distance away situated next to the upgraded children's playground and located in Kroners’ Park! The popular Lions Park has toilets adjacent and new toilets are proposed. At this stage it is unsure if the current BBQ at Punt Road will remain!
The Lions Park gets a new toilet block but loses the existing boat ramp!
Kroners’ Park gets a new toilet block but not so Punt Road boat ramp!
It appears the Shire prefers toilet blocks to boat ramps!
No improvements proposed by Council – it is like launching off a beach - See photo
Put in a submission against this outrageous proposal at https://www.esc.nsw.gov.au/inside-council/contacts/feedback-form?title=Draft%20Batemans%20Bay%20Waterfront%20Masterplan%20and%20Activation%20Strategy
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