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Posted on Friday 17th of November, 2017,
RiverConnect is currently installing data collection tools on the Greater Shepparton shared pathway network to measure current and future use of the shared paths.
The RiverConnect Strategic Plan 2017-2022 includes a target to increase use of the Yarna Gurtji shared path network by 25 per cent. The data collection is done by counters which utilise an infrared sensor. The sensor counts users as they pass the sensor, there is no recording of images or private information. They will be used in conjunction with cyclist tube counters to gather data about both cyclist and pedestrian use of the paths.
Greater Shepparton City Council Manager Environment Greg McKenzie said the data collected may be used to inform grant applications and budget planning to extend the shared path network in line with the RiverConnect Paths Masterplan.
“The Masterplan proposes to extend the path network in five stages, from Kidstown to McFarlane Road Mooroopna, McFarlane Road to the Shepparton Weir, formalising the Flats Walk path, and connecting both Mooroopna and Shepparton to the Australian Botanic Gardens,” said Mr McKenzie.
“The counters will be installed at various times each year to collect data. When not in use on the Yarna Gurtji shared paths they will also be used by other Council departments for a range of purposes, including to measure the use of other rail trails, recreation paths, use of facilities and event attendance, for management and planning.”
More information on RiverConnect can be found at http://riverconnect.com.au/
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