The riverside path and cycle way opposite Ipswich railway station is set to receive a £45,000 makeover. The project includes safety improvements, environmental enhancements and new CCTV to deter anti-social behaviour.
The big picture: The improvements are part of Suffolk County Council's £2 million Ipswich Investment Fund, which is supporting 13 projects across the town.
Key improvements include:
Refresh of the pocket park
Repairs to existing infrastructure
Removal of graffiti
Repainting of facilities
New information boards
Vegetation management
Safety focus: Safety has been placed at the heart of the project, with plans to install new CCTV cameras along the route. The scheme will also improve maintenance of existing facilities and enhance visibility along the path for users.
Environmental aspect: The environmental value of the area will be protected throughout the work, with sustainable vegetation management planned. New information boards will be installed to help visitors learn about the local wildlife, while ensuring biodiversity is maintained during the improvements.
What they’re saying: Cllr Paul West, Suffolk County Council's cabinet member for Ipswich, operational highways and flooding said the projects "focus on public safety, the environment and education giving all areas a real and welcome boost."
The bottom line: The project aims to make the riverside path more welcoming and safer while maintaining its environmental value.
