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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
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Road junction could be replaced with 'pocket park'
A road junction could be closed and replaced with a "pocket park" as part of new plans to re-design a Sussex village's shopping area. Adur District Council has released plans for changes to Lancing in North Road, North Farm Road and Penstone Park aimed and making the area more pedestrian friendly. The changes would be funded through money from a partnership with West Sussex County Council, with work potentially beginning at the start of 2026 if approved. Councillor Becky Allinson, cabinet member for regeneration, said the plans aim to "revitalise the village" and make it greener and more accessible. The new park in the North Farm Road junction would include trees, planting and seating to "encourage people to spend time" outdoors. Also included in the plans are a new planting and seating area at the end of Penstone Park, with the entrance made one way and the road narrowed. West Sussex County Councillor Garry Wall, cabinet member for economy, said the scheme could be funded buy pooling money from business rates to "support delivery of a viable scheme". A consultation on the plans, which are available on the district council's website, will run until 27 July. Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. Parking charges introduced for motorcycles Council recognised for cycling and walking plans Adur District Council
BBC News
3 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Lancing road junction could be closed for park, Adur Council says
A road junction could be closed and replaced with a "pocket park" as part of new plans to re-design a Sussex village's shopping District Council has released plans for changes to Lancing in North Road, North Farm Road and Penstone Park aimed and making the area more pedestrian changes would be funded through money from a partnership with West Sussex County Council, with work potentially beginning at the start of 2026 if Becky Allinson, cabinet member for regeneration, said the plans aim to "revitalise the village" and make it greener and more accessible. The new park in the North Farm Road junction would include trees, planting and seating to "encourage people to spend time" included in the plans are a new planting and seating area at the end of Penstone Park, with the entrance made one way and the road Sussex County Councillor Garry Wall, cabinet member for economy, said the scheme could be funded buy pooling money from business rates to "support delivery of a viable scheme".A consultation on the plans, which are available on the district council's website, will run until 27 July.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Road junction could be replaced with 'pocket park'
A road junction could be closed and replaced with a "pocket park" as part of new plans to re-design a Sussex village's shopping area. Adur District Council has released plans for changes to Lancing in North Road, North Farm Road and Penstone Park aimed and making the area more pedestrian friendly. The changes would be funded through money from a partnership with West Sussex County Council, with work potentially beginning at the start of 2026 if approved. Councillor Becky Allinson, cabinet member for regeneration, said the plans aim to "revitalise the village" and make it greener and more accessible. The new park in the North Farm Road junction would include trees, planting and seating to "encourage people to spend time" outdoors. Also included in the plans are a new planting and seating area at the end of Penstone Park, with the entrance made one way and the road narrowed. West Sussex County Councillor Garry Wall, cabinet member for economy, said the scheme could be funded buy pooling money from business rates to "support delivery of a viable scheme". A consultation on the plans, which are available on the district council's website, will run until 27 July. Follow BBC Sussex on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. Parking charges introduced for motorcycles Council recognised for cycling and walking plans Adur District Council
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Bossier City's first-ever pocket park
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) is undertaking projects to increase green space and the connectivity of areas within the city. One unique project underway is the city's first-ever pocket park. 'A pocket park is a tiny, cozy green space placed into a neighborhood: like a little outdoor getaway with benches, flowers, and maybe a playground, perfect for relaxing, playing, or meeting neighbors,' says Bossier City-Parish MPC Assistant Planner, Carolina Blunck. Bossier City is currently in the pre-planning stages of creating a park at the intersection of Shed Road and Airline Drive. 'The purpose of a pocket park is to provide a small, accessible green space where people can relax, play, and connect with their community, especially in areas without larger parks. Pocket parks help improve quality of life by adding greenery to high-traffic, urban areas that often generate more heat, making neighborhoods more comfortable, attractive, and environmentally friendly,' says Blunck. Blunck says pocket parks are slightly different from public parks. 'The first key difference is size and setting. Pocket parks are intentionally designed to fit into small, underutilized urban spaces—and in this case, we are making use of existing City-owned property in Bossier City,' says Blunck. Cabinet Health disrupts healthcare with 'sustainable pharmacy' One of the many environmental benefits of a pocket park is its ability to contribute to urban cooling by adding greenery to areas dominated by pavement and concrete. This helps reduce the heat island effect, a common issue in densely developed areas.' As of publication, the pocket park does not have a construction date. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
