Seaford Community Committee Forum

by **Noel Tudball** » Sat Feb 27, 2016 5:35 pm

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this Topic is now for background reference as no more information will be added after April 2018. See the next Topic: Seaford Rd Level Crossing: Construction Phase: http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=409
as you would expect, our emphasis here is on Seaford
some Posts have been moved from this loooooooong Post and linked to separate short Posts to make them easier to find - they will then not appear in chronological order. Nothing will be lost, but will be linked with headings

When buses replace trains, if you have special requirements such as a mobility scooter, it is recommended you call ahead to confirm your needs will be met by PTV: 1800 800 007

LXRA Contacts:
o Seaford Community Hotline - 0401 697 255 or Seaford@spalliance.com.au for Seaford Rd-only community enquiries, e.g. dates, plans, construction issues, general enquiries
o 1800 105 105 24/7 Hotline - for all issues related to any crossing

Summary, Updates and Shortcuts to information

The SCC is a member of the LXRA Seaford Rd Community Reference Group (CRG) which will liaise between residents and the Level Crossing Removal Authority (LXRA).
If you have questions (and who doesn't?), please review the many questions already asked and answered here: https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/Seaford
If your question has not been answered satisfactorily, feel free to contact us and we'll liaise directly with the LXRA for you.
It is expected that many more questions will follow as the project progresses.

SCC Policy Statement: http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=730#p730

Alternative Engineer-Designed Trench options - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=190&p=566#p566

Myth-buster - water tables shown not to be an issue - Springvale Rd crossing removal was under the water table - http://noskyrailfrankstonline.org/design-considerations/

What is the LXRA design solution for Seaford Road? - https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/Seaford/faqs#22768

Level Crossing Removal Authority (LXRA) websites:

What is happening at other crossings? - https://www.danielbowen.com/2017/09/27/level-crossing-removals-status/

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Shortcuts to earlier information: http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=716#p716

11 February 2018:

Driver training and line testing at Noble Park
http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=710#p710

8 February 2018:

1:1 meetings with residents
http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=709#p709

2 February 2018:

Geotechnical and service investigations will occur from Wednesday 7 February 2018
(between 7am and 5pm weekdays, across a four-week period
http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=708#p708

16 January 2018:

Investigation works prior to removal of the Seaford Road level crossing will begin from Monday 22 January 2018
(between 7am and 5pm weekdays, intermittently across a two week period), with construction commencing early 2018
http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=700#p700

7 September 2017:

Liberal leader Matthew Guy promises to reopen Eel Race Rd crossing if Opposition wins state the 2018 State Election
http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=669#p669

April 2017:

Advice from the LXRA regarding upcoming service investigations in the Seaford area - from April 12
http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=580#p580

March 2017:
Closures, elevated rail, bridges and trenches have been announced for level crossings on the Frankston line by the Level Crossing Removal Authority (LXRA).

Seaford Road - Bridge - 6.5m elevated rail on an embankment with a 1.5m lowered road - with trains, wires and gantries, etc. above that 6.5m
Eel Race Road - CLOSURE
Carrum - Elevated Rail, second bridge over Patterson River, proposed relocation of the stabling yards for trains & carriages from Carrum to Kananook
Overton Rd, Frankston - Elevated Rail - FASTtracked - from the LXRA website: "We will announce our preferred builder in May 2017, with construction starting well ahead of schedule before the end of the year. We are aiming to complete the level crossing removal by 2018"

Announcements for crossing removals - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=549#p549
FCC Motion regarding crossing removals - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=573#p573
Information/provide feedback sessions - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=549#p549
Contact the hardworking community groups for more information - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=459#p382

November 2016:

A (now uncertain) number of crossings will be removed, based on options for those in the original list
The second round of public consultation on the available options closed Sunday, 30 October 2016
Recommended options will be released by the LXRA - no date has been set, but is expected to be late this year/early 2017
LXRA has stated that there will be further consultation at that time
LXRA is still conducting tests at several locations along the Frankston line
Keep up to date by following the hardworking community groups - click here for details

Background
Having signed contracts for and commencing works on elevated rail for the Dandenong/Pakenham line, the Victorian State Govt is currently researching design options for grade separation of Level Crossings on the Frankston Railway Line.

The first 3 Level Crossings scheduled for removal on the Frankston Railway Line have been removed by placing the rail line under roads, i.e. Ormond, Bentleigh and McKinnon. The Victorian State Govt has specified more for removal and elevated rail is proposed for several of them - http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/crossings/frankston-line

The Vic Govt has stated that the funds derived from the lease of the Port of Melbourne will be used to fund the level crossings removals:
- http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-05-27/victorian-government-to-lease-port-of-melbourne/6501348
- http://www.dtf.vic.gov.au/Infrastructure-Delivery/Leasing-the-Port-of-Melbourne

Interested members of the community are urged to provide feedback and ideas to the Level Crossing Removal Authority - see below.

Residents and Councils must provide their feedback - NOW - and demand design excellence, not allowing any Govt to take a cheap option. Waiting until an announcement is made would be too late. Refer - https://www.facebook.com/noskyrailspakenhamline

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Health Issues surrounding rail separation:

Open Letter: "The Health Impact of Elevated Rail on Bayside Communities" provided by the “No Sky Rail: Frankston Line” community group - http://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL - http://noskyrailfrankstonline.org
Link to Post below - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=389#p389

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Which crossings and why
Crossings proposed for grade separation in the Seaford/Frankston area are Eel Race Rd, Seaford Rd and Overton Rd.

http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=715#p715

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Preliminary Noise Report for the Caulfield to Dandenong project - May 2016:
http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/media-library/news/preliminary-noise-report-released-for-caulfield-to-dandenong-level-crossing-removal-project

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Previous Research
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The Victorian Govt Architect (VGA) prepared a paper in 2014 entitled "Level crossing removals : lessons learned".
This paper is essential reading for an informed discussion.

Download here:

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More information - http://www.ovga.vic.gov.au/news/100-lessons-learned-level-crossing-removals.html

One "Strategic Issue" from the paper:
"A level crossing removal is more than an engineering project which physically separates road and rail. An intervention of this scale will have a significant impact on the condition and amenity of an established urban area. It is typically a complex urban project."

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Feedback
- Second Round
Complete the LXRA survey form and Post your comments and questions in the LXRA "Join the Discussion" Forum - click here for details

- First Round (CLOSED)
Interested members of the community are urged to provide feedback and ideas to the Level Crossing Removal Authority:

Use the Social Pinpoint - Community Mapping Tool (allows you to add virtual "Post It notes" - with comments - to a map) - https://consult.mysocialpinpoint.com/frankston8#/ - seeing others' ideas may prompt your own (closed 8 May 2016)
Signup for email updates - http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/subscribe
Email the Feedback form -

LXRA-Feedback-Form.pdf

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Here's a Message from the LXRA:
"Social Pinpoint does not allow us to move or delete markers. This functionality helps to ensure that moderators are not changing posts made by community members."

Social Pinpoint sample screenshots:

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The Seaford public information session was on 21 March - see attached flyer for details.

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Full flyer:

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Recent news articles (click on underlined link):

Sky Rail Not Ruled Out

Sky rail plan is here to stay for Cranbourne-Pakenham line, Premier says

Frankston line stations to close for up to five months during rebuilding

by **Noel Tudball** » Tue Apr 12, 2016 5:30 pm

The recent Seaford information session was very general, with possibilities and concepts displayed, rather than real options - it was certainly made clear that no decisions appear to have been made as yet.

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It was an opportunity to air one's own ideas and view artist impressions and concepts. I overheard one person say it was "a warm and fuzzy session, without substance". As the staff on hand said, it's very early days - there are many issues to be sorted out over time.

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It is important that you become involved - and contribute! See feedback options in the above post.

Here are a few ideas I have received or overheard:

Relocate stations
Relocate rail line to beside freeways
Relocate rail line, then use old line for cyclists (safer than Nepean Highway)
Bike track under raised rail
Slightly raise rail and slightly lower road (or vice versa)
Raised rail must be built strongly enough to carry freight trains
All freeways should have rail lines
Although a little further North, Carrum Station level crossing could be removed if a second bridge was built over the Patterson River to join Station Street between Bonbeach and Carrum. If that 2nd bridge was built, Station St could then become one-way Southbound and Nepean Highway one-way Northbound for a suitable stretch – research and investigation needed on that one
There are many more in the Social Pinpoint at the link above

RMIT and The University of Melbourne report:
http://www.rmit.edu.au/research/research-institutes-centres-and-groups/research-centres/centre-for-urban-research/projects/current-projects/level-crossing-removals/
“RMIT and The University of Melbourne have released a report entitled 'The Benefits of Level Crossing Removals: lessons from Melbourne's historical experience'. The report looks at Melbourne's historical experience with removing level crossings.

It compares rail-under or rail-over options for level crossing removals since the 1890s and contributes to the public debate on level crossing removals and, more widely, on the re-vitalisation of Melbourne's public transport systems. LXRA supported the research, but its findings represent many years of work by its well-respected authors.

The research has been conducted entirely separately to any of the Level Crossing Removal Authority's activities and both the University of Melbourne and RMIT has not had any involvement in, or influence on, the procurement, design development or delivery process for any of the level crossings being delivered.”

Source: http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/media-library/news/the-benefits-of-level-crossing-removals-lessons-from-melbournes-historical-experience

News:
Expert panel to oversee new public open space - 11 April
http://levelcrossingremovalauthority.cmail20.com/t/r-l-ehykryk-dujktdihlk-t

More Detail Needed on SkyRail
http://mpnews.com.au/2016/03/29/more-detail-needed-on-sky-rail/

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by **Noel Tudball** » Thu Apr 14, 2016 5:46 pm

We hope you are able to attend the Sunday session to share your views, listen to others and ask the tough questions.

Refer the attached Press Release from the "No Sky Rail: Frankston Line" group announcing the public event this Sunday, 17 April.

Edithvale Lifesaving Club
The Esplanade, Edithvale 3196
10am - 3pm

No Sky Rails Frankston Line - Press Release 2 - 12-04-2016 - RELEASED.pdf: (258.58 KiB) Downloaded 6359 times

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Organized by:
“No Sky Rail: Frankston Line”
http://noskyrailfrankstonline.org
http://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL/

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Note that the SCC is not affiliated with this group and our sharing of their information does not necessarily imply endorsement by us. However, we do support anyone who strives to have community views acknowledged and, if appropriate, implemented.
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by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Apr 15, 2016 1:07 am

Whilst initially very confusing, I have discovered that there are at least 4 community groups providing information surrounding the Level Crossing removals and working to see the best possible outcome for the Frankston railway line - thank you! They are listed below (in no particular order, other than the order in which I found them):

These and other community groups have been diligently:
- collecting petition signatures and presenting them to the Victorian Parliament
- liaising with MPs and Councillors along the Frankston line
- collating information for you
- offering suggestions
- developing engineering and other documents

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You do not need a Facebook account to view any of these pages (only to add your own comments)

1.
“No Sky Rail: Frankston Line”
http://noskyrailfrankstonline.org
http://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL/

I have been provided with the following information about the group's spokespeople:

Engineering - Anthea Williams - 0439 375 063
Engineering - Sean Wise - 0438 357 141
Health - Patricia Schwerdtle - 0402 697 530
Events - Serge Kraskov - 0419 870 434
Media - Willem Popp - 0410 205 007

Health Spokesperson - Patricia Schwerdtle

Masters in International Public Health
Bachelor Health Promotion
Graduate Certificate Health Professional Education
Graduate Diploma Critical Care
Registered Nurse with 15 years experience in Emergency in 5 countries

Engineering Spokesperson - Anthea Williams

Chartered Civil Engineer (CPEng, RPEQ, NER, and PE licences (Civil) in Nevada and California in the USA)
Over 20 years professional experience
In addition to working on many large infrastructure projects, my most relevant project experience to this issue is my work on the Alameda Corridor grade separation in California USA. This project includes a 16km in ground rail trench

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2.
"No Sky Rail Frankston Line"
Contacts:
- Simon Johnson
- Justin Scott
https://www.facebook.com/groups/NoSkyRail/
http://www.noskyrail.com.au/

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3.
"LOTI (Lower Our Tracks Inc)" - Dandenong/Pakenham rail line
https://www.facebook.com/noskyrails/
http://www.noskyrails.com/

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4.
"Communities Against SkyRail"
https://www.facebook.com/CommunitiesAgainstSkyRail/
http://www.CommunitiesAgainstSkyRail.com

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Note that the SCC is not affiliated with either group and our sharing of their information does not necessarily imply endorsement by us. However, we do support anyone who strives to have community views acknowledged and, if appropriate, implemented.
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by **Noel Tudball** » Sat Apr 16, 2016 5:39 pm

See the attached update on phases and dates.

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NOTE that feedback to the LXRA in the first round of consultation closed on 8 May, 2016 :!:

The LXRA has said that options (and consolidated feedback from the first public community sessions) for the Frankston line will be made available to the public mid-2016, when the second round of consultation will commence with specific options for crossings.

You can still signup for email updates - http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/subscribe

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See links for updates from the LXRA in the first post at the top of this page.
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by **Noel Tudball** » Sat Apr 23, 2016 7:52 pm

LXRA-confirmed vehicle crossings per day for some crossings - more to come ......

Source:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL/permalink/240587956295442/?comment_id=241975339490037

A post by Tamlyn Dwyer:
I just confirmed with LXRA the vehicle per day for each crossing as I was interested to know myself. I thought I would share with everyone:

Balcombe Road, Mentone 16,300 vehicles per day
Charman Road, Cheltenham 12,300 vehicles per day
Edithvale Road, Edithvale 13,400 vehicles per day
Eel Race Road, Seaford 5,500 vehicles per day *
Seaford Road, Seaford 17,400 vehicles per day ***
Sky/Overton Road, Frankston 9,800 vehicles per day *
Station Street, Carrum 11,800 vehicles per day
Station Street/Bondi Road, Bonbeach 4,400 vehicles per day

by **Noel Tudball** » Tue Apr 26, 2016 6:50 pm

2 items below .......

1.
Channel 9 News article, 26 April, 2016 - Bayside Residents Shocked Over Sky Rail

What are the possibilities?

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Source:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/NoSkyRail/permalink/1715820785346968/
"Artist's impression" video commissioned by Simon Johnson, member of Facebook Community Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/NoSkyRail/

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2.
LXRA Consultation Sessions - Notes from the Carrum & Patterson Lakes Forum
Summary of the activities at the LXRA sessions.
Source:
https://www.facebook.com/CarrumPattersonLakesForum

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Note that the SCC is not affiliated with any of these other groups and our sharing of their information does not necessarily imply endorsement by us. However, we do support anyone who strives to have community views acknowledged and, if appropriate, implemented.
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by **cplforum** » Tue Apr 26, 2016 7:02 pm

The issues with the process continue from the Drop-In Sessions, with the authority's staff being dismissive of residents who are opposed to elevated rail during their door knocking campaign.

I would like to note that if it is only the announced level crossings being removed, then in some cases elevated rail cannot be a considered design. This is because an elevated rail design requires a significant amount of space, which would see level crossings outside of those announced impacted. On the other hand, the cut and cover method requires less space to be implemented.

If the rail is elevated, I have been informed by experts that the foundations would be 4m deep, however on the contrary the cut and cover method could be employed to lower the rail by making a 6m cutting according to the LXRA's engineers. I believe it is important to address the misconception that the water table inhibits the available designs for consideration. It certainly exists and no one denies that, but it is a factor clearly engineers are prepared to work with.

Residents oppose multi-storey developments regularly and it should come as no surprise that an elevated design has generated the same response.

by **Noel Tudball** » Sun May 01, 2016 6:53 pm

Thank you for the above post, Carrum & Patterson Lakes Forum - https://www.facebook.com/CarrumPattersonLakesForum/

Second REPORT on the meeting - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=212&p=397#p397

Community meeting organised by No SkyRail.com.au - Frankston Line
Saturday 14 May - 15:00–16:30
Seaford Community Centre 1/6 Broughton Street (on the corner of Station Street)
https://www.facebook.com/events/1720780081526850/

Thank you for organising, No Skyrail.
You're right - the time to be proactive is NOW - before the next election! This is an excellent opportunity to ask questions of Local, State and Federal politicians. This is a *must attend* event for residents of Seaford and Frankston.

Even though this community meeting is hosted in - and will focus on - Seaford (and Frankston), we would love to see people from further up the line who have thoughts and experience to share.

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Still taken from the artist's impression video of possible future elevated rail featured on Channel 9 News - 25 April, 2016 - Bayside Residents Shocked Over Sky Rail
https://www.facebook.com/groups/NoSkyRail/permalink/1715820785346968/

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by **Noel Tudball** » Sat May 07, 2016 6:06 am

Health Issues surrounding rail separation:

Open Letter: "The Health Impact of Elevated Rail on Bayside Communities" provided by “No Sky Rail: Frankston Line” - http://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL - http://noskyrailfrankstonline.org

by **Noel Tudball** » Sat May 07, 2016 6:58 pm

There have been reports of surveyors doing their thing at several crossings.
This is to be expected to allow decision-makers to consider options for specific circumstances.

by **Noel Tudball** » Sun May 08, 2016 1:11 am

Preliminary Noise Report for the Caulfield to Dandenong project - May 2016:

http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/media-library/news/preliminary-noise-report-released-for-caulfield-to-dandenong-level-crossing-removal-project

by **Noel Tudball** » Tue May 24, 2016 1:11 am

3 items regarding level crossing removal:

23 May - Kingston Council votes: "We are unable to support an elevated rail."
Public meeting - 29 May @ 2pm @ Mentone Bowls Club, 2 Swanston St Mentone (Opposite Mentone Train Station) - https://www.facebook.com/events/1194257143940020/
Evidence of Mr Kevin Devlin, CEO of the LXRA, to the Standing Committee on Economy and Infrastructure - Inquiry into infrastructure projects on 4 May

One quote from the 20 page document:
Mr DEVLIN - "there are no plans to elevate the whole Frankston line"

Source:
https://www.facebook.com/noskyrailspakenhamline/posts/1571913736440324

by **Noel Tudball** » Sun May 29, 2016 11:24 pm

Report - Public meeting:
29 May @ 2pm @ Mentone Bowls Club, 2 Swanston St Mentone (Opposite Mentone Train Station) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/NoSkyRail/permalink/1728297504099296/

Resident surveys:
It seems that EY Sweeney are conducting door to door surveys for the LXRA, progressing Southward.
To assist you in preparing your answers in advance, here are the Survey Questions used on the Dandenong Line .... and one person's responses in Edithvale.

I wonder how effective it would be to say:
"I am opposed to level crossing removals because the only option being put forward appears to be elevated rail and I would rather put up with the congestion at crossings." (The only artist's impressions at LXRA consultation sessions were elevated rail.)

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Jun 03, 2016 5:26 pm

Saturday 4 June: Level Crossings Pop Up Stall

Outside Seaford Woolworths, Cnr Seaford Rd and Nepean Highway.
As with previous Pop Ups, they are expected to be on-site from 9:00 am. Any variation will be posted on Facebook - see links below.

Please support those supporting residents along the Frankston railway line.

Conducted by:
“No Sky Rail: Frankston Line” - http://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL - http://noskyrailfrankstonline.org

Engineering, health, noise and alternative options information
Petitions for signing (for Parlt and Councils)
Banners, car stickers and posters for sale

More information:
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL/permalink/263279934026244/
- http://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL

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by **Noel Tudball** » Thu Jun 09, 2016 12:13 am

FCC met on 6 June 2016. Item 13.2 was related to Sky Rail - see wording below.

All Councillors stating that they opposed elevated rail.
The Motion was then defeated 5/4, with the majority of Councillors voting to wait until the LXRA provided detailed options for each crossing.

LXRA is scheduled to provide options to FCC on 18 July - the date for public release is unknown.
FCC will debate the issue again at a future meeting after 18 July.

Some good summaries of the debate can be found here:

On 13 May 2016 Councillor Spelman gave notice of her intention to move the following motion:
That based on the strong community concern and opposition, as can be seen by the accompanying petition addressed to both Frankston City Council and State Legislative Council of Victoria, this Council adopts a formal position that Frankston City will not accept a Sky Rail solution to the removal of level crossings on the Frankston Line. The petition must also be sent to State Legislative Council of Victoria.

Frankston City Council looks forward to working co-operatively with the LXRA to determine which of the remaining options are best for our City in order to assist the State Government with their election commitments regarding level crossing removal.

by **Noel Tudball** » Mon Jun 13, 2016 11:53 pm

How the Dutch build a tunnel under a highway in one weekend AND in the rain.
Part of the road appears to remain open!

Time-lapse A12 70 meter tunnel.
https://youtu.be/DEa9jrkQm0c

Here's how you get some work done! This 3 minute time-lapse video shows how a Dutch construction company put in a tunnel on the A12 highway in the Netherlands in just three days. Workers used four cranes to demolish the road before sliding in the fitted tunnel. Then the workers filled in sand around the gaps before launching into an intense paving operation. Despite a fierce storm, the workers managed to keep working and finish on time. The busy national road was shut over one weekend but was back up and running by the Monday morning commute.

by **Noel Tudball** » Tue Jun 14, 2016 6:14 pm

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Press Release from the Premier of Victoria, June 13 2016

Be sure to carefully read the wording and definitions of "Sky Rail" and "Elevated Rail".

"A continuous elevated line over every one of the eight crossings won’t be possible, and won’t be built."

Source/read more:
http://www.premier.vic.gov.au/frankston-level-crossing-lies-a-desperate-political-stunt/

The Press release has generated plenty of discussion on Facebook:

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Jul 15, 2016 2:46 am

A motion to re-visit this issue is scheduled for the Frankston City Council meeting
next Monday, 18 July, 2016 starting at 7pm
The Agenda is here - http://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Your_Council/Council_and_Committee_Meetings/Council_Agendas_and_Minutes_2016

Everyone is welcome to attend this public meeting - indeed, your support would be appreciated.

There are actually 2 Motions and a 40-page report on P132, 595 and 599.
Motion: Council supports rail under road as the only appropriate method to remove the level crossings in Frankston City.

Recommendation (Director CAA Development)
That Council:

Endorses the long term strategic rail needs and grade separation options assessment as documented by the Frankston City Council Level Crossing Preferred Options Submission paper (Attachment A)
Agrees to submit the paper to the Level Crossing Removal Authority that recommends the preferred options:
• Rail under Road for Seaford Road, Seaford;
• Rail under Road for Skye/Overton Road, Frankston;
• No change to the Level Crossing at Eel Race Road, Seaford and that the funding be redirected to Community’s strategic rail needs however if there is grade separation works, Rail under Road
Seeks a copy of the Level Crossing Removal Authority’s Geotechnical report on the three sites within the Frankston Municipality for Council’s review
Forwards the paper to the Minister for Public Transport, the Hon. Jacinta Allan MP, the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resource, the Member for Frankston, Mr Paul Edbrooke MP, and the Member for Carrum, Ms Sonya Kilkenny MP and the Public Transport Victoria
Authorises the Mayor to present the submission at the next South East Melbourne Group of Councils’ meeting as well as distributing the paper to other Councils on the Frankston rail line; and
Authorises the CEO to finalise the paper as an advocacy document for Frankston and Regional future rail needs and seeks an urgent meeting with the assistance from Mr Edbrooke MP – Member for Frankston and Ms Kilkenny MP – Member for Carrum to present this document to the Premier of Victoria, the Hon. Daniel Andrews MP, the Minister for Public Transport, the Hon. Jacinta Allan MP, and the Federal Members of Dunkley and Isaacs by mid-September 2016.

by **Noel Tudball** » Wed Jul 20, 2016 3:28 pm

The FCC motion was passed unanimously!
Thank you to everyone who attended this meeting to lend your support.

There were some amendments and additions, such as a 3rd line for express trains, but in essence, Council supports rail under road as the only appropriate method to remove the level crossings in Frankston City.

Of course, if we were able to create / attract more jobs / companies to Frankston, people would want to travel South - to Frankston - and possibly not need express trains to the North - just sayin' .........

FCC's Press Release - http://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Your_Council/Media_and_Publications/Latest_News/Rail_under_road_for_Frankston_City

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Sep 02, 2016 4:26 pm

A recent Poll: http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/sky-rail-gets-strong-backing-from-voters-20160904-gr89nx.html
A recent article: http://www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/news/next-frankston-line-lxra-sessions-confirmed-for-midlate-september-with-two-design-options-available/news-story/218888b598cfa4001e1c235f994b1932

The second round of public information sessions has now been scheduled for September and October, 2016.

It is good to see that the LXRA listened to suggestions to make these sessions at a time when train commuters weren't travelling.
It is understood that 2 options will be presented - over and under road.

It is expected that the full list of information sessions and community consultation dates will be available soon at http://www.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au
In the meantime, more dates are being posted on the LXRA Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/levelcrossings

Station St & Eel Race Rd, Carrum level crossings - Patterson River Golf Club, The Fairway, Bonbeach:
• Tuesday, 27 September, 6.30pm – 9.30pm
• Tuesday, 18 October, 6.30pm – 9.30pm
Seaford Rd level crossing - Patterson River Secondary College, 70 Eel Race Road, Seaford:
• Thursday, 29 September, 6.30pm – 9.30pm
• Saturday, 22 October, 9.00am – 12 noon
Source: https://www.facebook.com/SonyaKilkennyMP/photos/a.447533778726794.1073741828.447001642113341/954415644705269/?type=3
Skye/Overton Rd, Frankston level crossing - Frankston Arts Centre:
• 28 September at 6:30pm – 9:30pm
• 15 October at 9:00am – 12:00pm
Source: https://www.facebook.com/levelcrossings

There are also further "by invitation only" sessions with different dates and venues letterboxed to selected areas.

by **Noel Tudball** » Tue Sep 06, 2016 4:41 pm

Familiarise yourself with the options and circumstances surrounding your crossing
Complete the LXRA survey form
(Closed) Post your comments and questions in the LXRA "Join the Discussion" Forum
Share your thoughts: neighbours, Facebook, MPs, Councillors

Go to the link below
Click on the image/s for crossings you are interested in
Review the files and information in "Document Library"
Sign in or register a new account
(Closed) Complete the Survey
(Closed) Post your comments and questions in "Join the Discussion"
- This is a public forum to share ideas with others
- If you share information with others via Facebook or email, share it again - here, where LXRA may respond

LXRA's options for level crossing removals on the Frankston line have been released for discussion:

https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/#_ga=1.152415353.1348396035.1469518817

(Click on image to view & close)

by **Noel Tudball** » Tue Sep 13, 2016 1:29 pm

Keep up-to-date

You do not need a Facebook account to view any of these pages (only to add your comments)

- SCC Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SeafordCommunityCommittee/posts/1201977643167823

- SCC Forum (this Topic) - impartial info - ways to provide feedback - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190

- LXRA website - http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/

Community Groups:

http://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL

http://noskyrailfrankstonline.org

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL/permalink/240587956295442/?comment_id=241975339490037

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NoSkyRail/

http://www.noskyrail.com.au/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NoSkyRail/permalink/1714696552126058/

https://www.facebook.com/noskyrailspakenhamline

Other:

http://www.doublecrossed.com.au/

http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/sky-rail-a-great-day-for-melbourne-20160422-gocl4j.html

https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=skyrail+melbourne

_____________________________________________________
Note that the SCC is not affiliated with any of these other groups and our sharing of their information does not necessarily imply endorsement by us. However, we do support anyone who strives to have community views acknowledged and, if appropriate, implemented.
_____________________________________________________

by **Noel Tudball** » Mon Oct 10, 2016 12:11 pm

Carrum station / Station St / McLeod Rd crossing

Rob Cuzens has shared his detailed drawing showing an alternative rail under option for Carrum.
Also refer his Post here - http://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/carrum/forum_topics/carrum-discussion-forum?comment_id=93910/

The full document:

CARRUM.RAIL.TRENCH.-.RobCuzens.pdf: (1.09 MiB) Downloaded 6671 times

Screenshot detail:

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by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Feb 03, 2017 1:21 pm

Thank you to all those keeping a watchful eye and developing viable, alternative engineering options which should assist the LXRA and government in their deliberations.

While we await further options and information from the LXRA, testing and research continues:
https://m.facebook.com/groups/208111952876376?view=permalink&id=387831121571124&refid=18&ref=bookmarks&_ft_=qid.6382680779248919109%3Amf_story_key.387831121571124%3Atop_level_post_id.387831121571124%3Atl_objid.387831121571124

I have sent an email to LXRA and will post their response.

by **Noel Tudball** » Sat Feb 18, 2017 4:50 pm

My question:
1.
Could you please tell me why Geotechnical Investigations are being performed within – or right next to – The Wetlands in Seaford?

There has been some discussion and speculation – see links below.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid ... 295&type=3
https://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL/p ... 121571124/

2.
Car parking spaces closure at Aspendale station - https://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL/p ... 668201136/

I would like to pass on the facts.

LXRA Reply:
I'm following up on your query regarding to the geo-technical investigations and car park closures at Aspendale, and apologise for the delay in getting back to you.

We’re undertaking geo-technical investigations at a number of locations, including at sites around the Seaford Wetlands to better understand the ground water flow and general ground conditions. You may have seen a few more around Edithvale and Bonbeach stations also.

With regards to the car park closures at Aspendale, this is another location where we are undertaking geo-technical investigations to get a better picture of what the conditions below ground are and how the ground water flows. We know having closures of any car park is inconvenient and will hope to have these works completed as soon as possible.

Although our project construction would not be at Aspendale or the Seaford Wetlands, drilling at these places helps us build a profile of the area.

Thank you again for your query, my phone number is below if you would like to discuss further anything in this email.

Kind regards

by **Noel Tudball** » Sat Mar 04, 2017 12:57 am

March 2017:

Closures, elevated rail, bridges and trenches have been announced for level crossings on the Frankston line by the Level Crossing Removal Authority (LXRA).

Seaford Road - Bridge - 6.5m elevated rail on an embankment with a 1.5m lowered road - with trains, wires and gantries, etc. above that 6.5m
Eel Race Road - CLOSURE:
Carrum - Elevated Rail, second bridge over Patterson River, stabling yards for trains & carriages moving to Kananook (somewhere)
Overton Rd, Frankston - Elevated Rail - FASTtracked - from the LXRA website: "We will announce our preferred builder in May 2017, with construction starting well ahead of schedule before the end of the year. We are aiming to complete the level crossing removal by 2018

You should acquaint yourself with the designs, their effects on you, your family and your property - https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/Seaford/faqs#22768.

Alternative Trench options - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=190&p=566#p566

FCC supported rail under road as the only appropriate method to remove level crossings in Frankston City at their meeting on 18 July, 2016. We are waiting for the new Council to reaffirm this decision and request an Environmental Effects Statement (EES) where the LXRA has not.

LXRA Announcement regarding Seaford Road level crossing:
"We are removing the Seaford Road level crossing with a new hybrid design, which will lower Seaford Road and place the rail line on to a planted embankment to separate road from rail."

The road will be lowered 1.5m and the rail tracks will on top of a bridge which will be 6.5m high, with trains, wires and gantries, etc. above that 6.5m.

For more information and to ask questions :arrow:

https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/seaford

Seaford Rd crossing mobile information hub updated dates and times:

Woolworths Car Park, Cnr Seaford Road and Nepean Highway:

Tuesday 14 March: 3pm - 7pm
Wednesday 15 March: 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 16 March: 3pm to 7pm
Friday 17 March: 10am to 2pm
Saturday 18 March: 10am to 2pm

Links to more information and where you can post your comments and questions so that others can view and comment, or email privately to the LXRA:

Seaford - Bridge - 6.5m elevated rail on an embankment with a 1.5m lowered road - https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/seaford
Carrum - elevated rail - https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/carrum
Eel Race Road - CLOSURE
- http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/crossings/eel-race-road-carrum
- http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/media-library/publications/frankston-publications/community-updates/carrum-community-update-mar-2017
Overton Rd, Frankston - elevated rail - https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/Frankston
Contact the hardworking community groups for more information - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=459#p382

More:
https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au

by **Noel Tudball** » Sat Mar 11, 2017 5:32 pm

Alternative Engineer-Designed Trench options:

Myth-buster - water tables are not an issue - apparently, Springvale Rd crossing removal is under the water table - http://noskyrailfrankstonline.org/design-considerations/

Seaford Rd - http://noskyrailfrankstonline.org/fact-sheet-seaford-road/
Carrum station / Station St / McLeod Rd crossing - http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=190&p=503#p503
Carrum schematics - https://www.facebook.com/groups/NSRFL/permalink/405868366434066/

More will be posted as they come to hand.

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Mar 24, 2017 6:26 pm

The Seaford workshops will be held on the following dates and times:
• Saturday 25 March, 10am – 12noon
• Monday 27 March, 7pm – 9pm
• Wednesday 29 March, 7pm – 9pm

https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/Seaford:
"We'll be hosting a number of community workshops for the Seaford project in March and we're keen to hear your ideas on shaping your local community, including landscaping, paths and environmental initiatives!
Your feedback will help us develop a plan for the area before the project goes to tender later this year.
For more info on dates and times, and how to register visit https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/Seaford"

by **Noel Tudball** » Mon Mar 27, 2017 10:55 pm

Short report on the 27 March workshop.

The next - and final - session for Seaford Rd crossing is Wednesday 29 March - see above Post.

About 30 residents attended tonight - some not from Seaford, but providing support - thank you.

Each group of people on a table was asked to move between 4 tables to comment on different aspects, i.e. you stayed with the same people.

LXRA confirmed the height at Seaford Rd (including gantries) would be 12m.

I reckon the predominant feeling was: "until we get a game-changer on this lousy idea, I'll give them ideas to make the best out of this lousy idea."

e.g.
- We cherish Seaford's village/country feel and low-rise development and want to retain it
- Don't destroy any current vegetation or public space
- Hide any development with more vegetation
- Don't create pedestrian underpasses that would need hiding
- No concrete should be visible

The next - and final - session for Seaford Rd crossing is tomorrow (Wednesday).

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Mar 31, 2017 12:47 am

If you feel strongly about the removals, you can contact:

Premier - daniel.andrews@parliament.vic.gov.au
Ministers:
Transport - jacinta.allan@parliament.vic.gov.au
Planning - richard.wynne@parliament.vic.gov.au
Health - jill.hennessy@parliament.vic.gov.au

FCC Councillors - councillors@frankston.vic.gov.au

Local Newspapers
Chris Brennan - g.chrisbrennan@gmail.com
Chris Tatman - christian.tatman@news.com.au.....Frankston Standard
Neil Walker - neil@mpnews.com.au
lisa.schefman@news.com.au
emma.watson@news.com.au.......Mordialloc/Chelsea
mordialloc.chelsea@leadernewspapers.com.au....
lisa.schefman@news.com.au......Frankston Standard
frankston@leadernewspapers.com.au

Herald Sun Reporters/journalists
tom.minear@news.com.au
david.hurley@news.com.au
megan.palin@news.com.au....legal
andrew.jefferson@news.com.au
shannon.deery@news.com.au.......Metro!
samantha.landy@news.com.au
evonne.madden@news.com.au......health!
anthony.galloway@news.com.au
brenden.hills@news.com.au
haveyoursayheraldsun.com.au
matthew.johnston@news.com.au.......hot topics!
knix@news.com.au......health!
hsletters@heraldsun.com.au

# DONT FORGET to include your FULL NAME & ADDRESS & PH NUMBER or you won't get published!

(Thank you to Jan Murnane for compiling this list.)

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Mar 31, 2017 1:01 am

UPDATE: Motion was passed with an additional item regarding the proposed relocation of the train stabling yard from Carrum to Kananook.

Frankston Council meeting - 3 April (next Monday night) - level crossings Motion is on the Agenda - you can lend your support in 4 ways:

1. Email FCC Councillors and express your concerns about what is being proposed and the process - councillors@frankston.vic.gov.au
2. Respond to the Motion via a verbal submission. To do this you need to register via the FCC website or ring the Councillors Office and book in. You get 3 minutes to talk. You will need to read the motion first to do this
3. Questions with notice. These must be lodged by 12:00pm 31 March at the Davey St. Council office. There is a form on the website or collect one at the council office
4. Questions Without Notice can be submitted on the evening of the relevant Ordinary Meeting. (Have it written out - use the downloadable Form - and hand to a Council Officer before the meeting starts.)

Agenda (35MB) - Item 13.5 - Page 415 - Level Crossing Removal -
http://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Your_Council/Council_and_Committee_Meetings/Council_Agendas_and_Minutes_2017
"13.5 NOM 1299:
Councillor McCormack gave notice of her intention to move the following motion:

That Council:
1. Requests from the Level Crossing Removal Authority and the Hon Jacinta Allen MP, Minister for Transport, as a matter of urgency, the release of all technical reports and associated information to the Council and community, which provides justification for the chosen options for treatments at the Frankston railway line grade separations located within the Frankston municipality.
2. Notes that the State Government has failed to provide all of the information as requested previously by Council to date."
Meeting rules, submissions, Forms, etc. - http://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Your_Council/Council_and_Committee_Meetings/Council_Meetings

(Thank you to Julia Rose for sharing this information.)

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Apr 07, 2017 2:57 pm

Advice received today (April 7) from the LXRA regarding upcoming service investigations in the Seaford area - from April 12:

I'm writing to let you know about upcoming service investigations in the Seaford area.

In preparation for the safe removal of the Seaford Road level crossing, the project team need to further investigate the location of underground services, including gas, water, telecommunications, electrical, and sewerage.

These works will occur (weather permitting) from Wednesday 12 April. We expect these works to take a number of weeks to complete.

What we are doing
· Investigating and recording the location of underground services
· Using suction trucks that use high pressure water to excavate holes in the ground, rather than digging holes
· Refilling the holes and reinstating the ground

Where are the works?
These works will occur within the rail corridor and on nearby roads, including:
· Seaford Road
· Railway Parade
· Fortescue Avenue
· Elsie Avenue

Day works
Works will only be undertaken between 9am and 4pm. Traffic management will be in place to keep road and footpath users safe. Detours will be in place to ensure people can get to where they need to safely, however please allow extra travel time.

What to expect
· There will be intermittent noise during these works generated by the suction trucks.
· There will be parking restrictions at some locations and lane and footpath closures during the works.

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 8:23 pm

23 July 2017:
Seaford Rd Level Crossing Rally - see http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=359

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 9:02 pm

LXRA Community Reference Group – Seaford

"Keen to get more involved in the Seaford Road level crossing removal project?
We’re setting up a Community Reference Group (CRG) for Seaford to help share information and minimise impacts on the local community during construction.
It’s important we have local insight as we head into the construction phase of the project. The CRG will be a forum for community members to be a part of the project's progress and provide a local perspective on any issues.
If you’re living, learning or working in the area and have an interest in how the project will affect you and your community, we want to hear from you!"

The SCC has registered - hope to see you there.
https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/Seaford/survey_tools/seaford-community-reference-group-nomination
https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/Seaford

by **Noel Tudball** » Thu Sep 07, 2017 11:44 pm

Liberal leader Matthew Guy promises to reopen Eel Race Rd crossing if Opposition wins state election next year

Source: http://www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/south-east/liberal-leader-matthew-guy-promises-to-reopen-eel-race-rd-crossing-if-opposition-wins-state-election-next-year/news-story/a1c25910f6f634a3296e149c41041d47

by **Noel Tudball** » Wed Dec 20, 2017 9:59 pm

LXRA Announcement

"Investigation works and construction to remove the Seaford Road level crossing will begin in early 2018. The level crossing will be removed by 2018 and the project will be completed in 2019."
Further feedback sessions will be organised in 2018 and interaction with the Community Reference group will also occur.

The SCC is a member of the Seaford Rd Community Reference Group (CRG) which will liaise between residents and the LXRA.
If you have questions (who doesn't?), please review the many questions already asked and answered here: https://your.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/Seaford
If your question has not been answered satisfactorily, feel free to contact us and we'll liaise directly with the LXRA for you.
It is expected that many more questions will follow as the project progresses.

More info:
- http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/crossings/seaford-road-seaford
- https://www.facebook.com/levelcrossings/videos/1741407042600640/

by **Noel Tudball** » Tue Jan 16, 2018 9:14 pm

Investigation works prior to removal of the Seaford Road level crossing will begin from Monday 22 January 2018 (between 7am and 5pm weekdays, intermittently across a two week period), with construction commencing early 2018 - see attached.

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Feb 02, 2018 3:15 pm

Seaford Road level crossing works continue.
Traffic management will be in place as required.

Geotechnical and service investigations will occur from Wednesday 7 February 2018, weather permitting, between 7am and 5pm during weekdays
Works will be undertaken across a four-week period
See attached notice

LX_WORKS NOTICE_SEAFORD_30 JANUARY 2018 FINAL.pdf: (122.89 KiB) Downloaded 6116 times

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Feb 09, 2018 3:10 pm

8 February 2018:
1:1 meetings:

LXRA has delivered flyers to residents next to the rail line in Seaford, offering one-on-one meetings over the next couple of weeks to discuss how the project will be built and potential impacts.
LXRA will be meeting with residents:

"on Levuka Street and the top of Fortescue Road first, as they will adjacent to the initial works.
Following these, we will then offer meetings to residents adjacent to the rail line and works areas."

http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/crossings/seaford-road-seaford
Email: contact@levelcrossings.vic.gov.au
Phone: 1800 105 105 (24/7)
Counselling: 1300 830 687 and quote CSLX

by **Noel Tudball** » Mon Feb 12, 2018 10:39 pm

11 February 2018:
Driver training and line testing at Noble Park.
https://www.facebook.com/7NewsMelbourne/videos/10156304471814301/

by **Noel Tudball** » Thu Mar 01, 2018 2:52 pm

1 March 2018:
LXRA will start setting up the site office in RF Miles Reserve from 5 March 2018 - https://www.facebook.com/SonyaKilkennyMP/posts/1336900893123407

Seaford Road timeline Feb18.pdf: Project Timeline; (115.19 KiB) Downloaded 6390 times

Seaford CRG presentation - 26.02.18.pdf: Presentation to the 26 February Seaford Rd Community Reference Group (CRG) meeting; (2.12 MiB) Downloaded 6369 times

by **Noel Tudball** » Sat Mar 03, 2018 5:30 pm

Which crossings and why (moved from the first Post in this Crossings Topic which was getting too long)
Crossings proposed for grade separation in the Seaford/Frankston area are Eel Race Rd, Seaford Rd and Overton Rd.

Station St, despite its close proximity to Seaford Rd, has not been mentioned and it is hard to understand how one could be actioned and not the other. Armstrongs Rd is also not on the list. Eel Race Road (a little to the North) IS on the list.

If you’re wondering why some crossings are on the list and others are not, these articles show that the current govt made their list of crossings before the election and before they had access to VicRoads' priority list - and are sticking with their list
- http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/level-crossings-vicroads-list-of-melbournes-worst-overlooked-by-labor-20151023-gkh3s1.html
- http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/secret-report-does-not-match-labors-level-crossing-removal-schedule/news-story/5c2b688e9a7a211f2513dbd68f90e072
- VicRoads' Strategic framework for the prioritisation of level crossings in metropolitan Melbourne - https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/images/stories/committees/pomsc/Other_Docs/VicRoads_Report_05102015.pdf

by **Noel Tudball** » Sat Mar 03, 2018 5:35 pm

Shortcuts to information: (moved from the first Post in this Crossings Topic which was getting too long)

Questions?
- contact the Level Crossing Removal Authority (LXRA) via their website: http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/
- contact your local MP or Councillor / candidate
- email us SeafordCC@gmail.com
If you feel strongly about the removals, you can contact: http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=572#p572
Familiarise yourself with the options and circumstances surrounding your important crossing
Carrum station - detailed drawing showing an alternative rail under option for Carrum
(Closed) Feedback to LXRA - Complete the survey form - click here for details
(Closed) Feedback to LXRA - Post your comments and questions in the "Join the Discussion" Forum - click here for details
LXRA's options for level crossing removals on the Frankston line have been released for discussion - click here for details
(Completed) The second round of public information sessions has now been scheduled for September and October, 2016 - click here for details
(Closed) Community feedback and surveys are also available. You'll need to be quick - there's not much time to have your thoughts heard as consultation closes on 30 October 2016 - click here for details
At the Seaford Rd session on 20 Sept, the LXRA reported that they hope to provide data surrounding health, noise, water, pollution and environmental issues by December 2016
You can still signup for email updates - http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/subscribe
The first 3 Level Crossings scheduled for removal on the Frankston Railway Line have been removed by placing the rail line under roads, i.e. Ormond, Bentleigh and McKinnon. The Victorian State Govt has specified more for removal and elevated rail is proposed for several of them
Community groups have been diligently:
- collecting petition signatures and presenting them to the Victorian Parliament
- liaising with MPs and Councillors along the Frankston line
- collating the information for you
- offering suggestions
- developing engineering and other documents
- Refer http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190&p=459#p382

Level Crossing Removal Authority (LXRA) website: http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/

by **Noel Tudball** » Mon Mar 05, 2018 4:27 pm

5 March 2018:

site office at RF Miles Reserve
tree trimming and tree removal
safety fencing
construction of the temporary rail line
Seaford Rd Pedestrian Detour Map

"You'll soon see a site office start to take shape at RF Miles Reserve for the project team, their equipment and machinery. The Reserve will be closed to the public. But the club rooms and cricket nets will still be available.

Walking path detours are now in place for the walking path that currently runs between RF Miles Reserve and alongside the rail line. Detour maps are already up. Contact me for more info.

Some tree trimming and tree removal will soon take place. Safety fencing is going up. And then, during April and May, construction will start on the temporary rail line (just west of the existing line). This means most of the construction works can take place without major disruptions to rail services."

Source:
https://www.facebook.com/SonyaKilkennyMP/posts/1344969098983253

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by **Noel Tudball** » Tue Mar 06, 2018 12:01 am

28 February 2018:
Traffic lights at the Seaford Road/Railway Parade level crossing

In response to several concerns regarding recent changes to the traffic lights sequencing ........

Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny has confirmed with VicRoads:

"- there was a change to the traffic lights during the recent period of works associated with the Level Crossing preliminary works
- those works are now complete
- the traffic light operation is back to normal
- thanks to everyone for their patience and understanding."

For those who are not aware, the light sequence change meant that the intersection was almost permanently closed, with traffic backed-up for several hundred metres.
Traffic unable to turn right into Railway Pde banked up, stopping traffic heading straight along Seaford Rd over the crossing - and vice versa.
All green lights/arrows became redundant with the sequence that was set.
Only a few cars at a time were able to navigate the intersection.

Here's hoping this never recurs.

by **Noel Tudball** » Tue Mar 06, 2018 10:06 pm

6 March 2018:

LXRA March 2018 Seaford Crossing update
LXRA February 2018 Frankston station update

FRA0598 Seaford Community Update_Mar.pdf: LXRA March Seaford Crossing update; (372.94 KiB) Downloaded 6235 times

Frankston station - community update - February 2018.pdf: LXRA Frankston station - community update; (1.21 MiB) Downloaded 6295 times

Received from LXRA since the SCC is a member of the Seaford Rd Community Reference Group (CRG)

by **Noel Tudball** » Wed Mar 07, 2018 7:18 pm

7 March 2018:
Upcoming disruption to services on the Frankston & Stony Point Lines - buses replace trains.

Carrum to Frankston - Friday 9 March - Monday 12 March 2018
http://www.metrotrains.com.au/planned-work/buses-carrum-to-frankston-friday-9-to-monday-12-march/
Carrum to Stony Point: Friday 9 March - Monday 12 March 2018
http://www.metrotrains.com.au/planned-work/buses-carrum-to-stony-point-friday-9-to-monday-12-march/

If you have special requirements such as a mobility scooter, it is recommended you call ahead to confirm your needs will be met by PTV: 1800 800 007

Received from LXRA since the SCC is a member of the Seaford Rd Community Reference Group (CRG)

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by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Mar 23, 2018 5:58 pm

23 March 2018:
LXRA advance notice of upcoming disruption to services on the Frankston Line - buses replace trains.

WEEKEND WORKS 6 – 9 April 2018 at Seaford Rd, including some night works.
Also advanced expectation: line closed 4 May - 16 June - TBC.

The attached works notification letter is being delivered to 800 residents adjacent to the rail line.
We're told that more information on the works will be sent out next week, which we will share when received.

Received from LXRA since the SCC is a member of the Seaford Rd Community Reference Group (CRG)

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by **Noel Tudball** » Sat Mar 24, 2018 4:51 pm

SCC Policy Statement (February 2016): (moved from the first Post in this Crossings Topic which was getting too long)

The Seaford Community Committee had initially expected that:

the high water table
sandy soils
acid sulphate soils, and
proximity to the Port Phillip Bay and Kananook Creek

would preclude lowering the rail corridor, leaving an elevated railway as the only feasible option.

However, it seems that these issues can be overcome with either elevated rail or a cut and cover method. We are told that the cut and cover method is 7% more than the cost of elevated rail.

If the case for removal is justified at all these crossings and the Victorian State Govt proceeds with their removal, we must demand design excellence and not allow any Govt to take a cheap option.

The Seaford Community Committee believes that work on this section of railway near the Kananook Creek could be both an environmental and an aesthetic risk if not undertaken with appropriate caution and planning.

Only excellent design will protect the sensitive environment in the Seaford / Frankston area and any design must be developed in conjunction with local environmental groups.

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As someone said recently: "Do it properly or don't do it at all. Really, I'm happy to wait at the current crossings, rather than end up with a bad result for the next 100-200 years."

by **Noel Tudball** » Fri Apr 20, 2018 6:24 pm

This Topic has now been closed and the next stage is here:

Seaford Rd Level Crossing: Construction Phase: http://www.seafordcc.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=409

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