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The budget is for the design, construction, competition prizes and launch with consultation managed within existing government resources.
(4) The public design competition was launched on 30 June 2017 and will be open for four weeks, until 28 July 2017. The jury will shortlist the design entries for a public vote to determine the winner.
The winning design will be developed by a Landscape Architect for construction in spring 2017. The Micro Park is planned for installation in October 2017.
(5) Consultation with traders will be undertaken throughout the project, predominantly by the City Activation Unit. In the City Canberra who represent businesses in the city have provided their support for this pilot project via their sponsorship.
(6) The makeup of the jury is currently being confirmed.
It is planned that the jury will include a representative from a mix of government and community, such as representatives from the City Activation Unit, In the City Canberra, the University of Canberra, Landscape Architects and Architects.
(7) The precise numbers of micro parks has not been confirmed.
(8) Specific sites have not yet been identified other than Garema Places. Selection of locations will be guided by community ideas.
(9) Micro Parks may be permanent or temporary depending on activation purpose, design and function. The feasibility study stage of future projects will investigate and determine the most appropriate for each location.
(10) There are no defined design parameters for a Micro Park. The community ideas generated through the pilot project in Garema Place will assist to inform future design parameters.
Transport—light rail
(Question No 182)
Mr Coe asked the Minister for Transport and City Services, upon notice, on 12 May 2017:
(1) How many staff have been appointed to the Light Rail Stage 2 project team to date.
(2) How many staff may be appointed to the Light Rail Stage 2 project team in the financial years (a) remainder of 2016-17, (b) 2017-18, (c) 2018-19 and (d) 2019-20.
(3) Will the staff appointed to the Light Rail Stage 2 project team be permanent ACT public servants or contractors.
(4) How are the staff required for the Light Rail Stage 2 project team being recruited.
(5) How much has been budgeted for the recruitment of staff in (a) 2016-17 and (b) 2017-18.
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