The Hastings District Council has taken another step forward with plans to revitalise the Hastings central business district, yesterday confirming proposals for the inner city mall and agreeing to advance a number of the works scheduled.
A sum of $380,000 had been set aside in the current Vibrancy Fund budget and this would go towards a number of proposed developments in the mall to make it more attractive and user-friendly.
At yesterday's full council meeting, a report from parks planning, services and development management outlined the potential work programme, which included moving and improving the stage, adding tables and chairs, and adding lighting to the area to make it a night feature.
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The report said the stage would be moved further into the mall, retaining its roof, but with an extension built on the back to provide a storage area for performers' equipment.
Extra outdoor cafe tables and chairs for shoppers and office workers would be provided and tracks put on street lights on which to hang flags to promote events.