Salt River revitalisation project in 2nd phase

By Nadia Samie
16 February 2007

Residents of the Salt River are and all parties interested in the Salt River Market Revitalisation Project are invited to a public meeting next week to discuss phase two of the initiative, as the first phase draws to a close.

The area was earmarked for public investment and the creation of public spaces conducive to vibrant urban life.

Lorryn Mcvitty, a Spatial Planner from the City, says the Salt River Market was identified as it was seen as a valuable community space that was in need of upgrading. She says that the project is part of a broader revitalisation plan for the Salt River/Woodstock area.

Phase one of the project saw the landscaping of the civic square and the refurbishment of the ablution facilities. Liezel du Preez, a City Urban Designer, says that the initial phase included a cosmetic upgrade of the area, and that the next step will focus on things like landscaping the market entrance space, improving the pedestrian crossing and other factors.

The project is now entering the next phase and the meeting will focus on introducing and obtaining endorsement of the proposed Spatial Development Framework and Design for phase 2. The sustainable management of the market in the future will also be discussed.

Monday’s meeting, 19 February, will focus on the the establishment of a steering committee to monitor and advise on the roll-out of the next phase of the revitalisation project, and residents and stakeholders are encouraged to attend. The meeting commences at 7PM and is expected to end at 9PM. The venue is the Salt River Town Hall.