Improvement Plan for Red Hill Suburb
ANNOUNCER: Section 2. You will hear a man being interviewed on local radio about a plan to improve a suburb called Red Hill. First, you have some time to look at questions 11 to 13. Now listen carefully and answer questions 11 to 13.
CAROL: Good morning and welcome again to Your City Today. With me today is Graham Campbell, a councillor from the city council. He’ll be telling us about the plan to improve the fast-growing suburb of Red Hill. Good morning Graham and welcome to the show.
GRAHAM: Good morning Carol.
CAROL: Now Graham, I understand there has been a lot of community consultation for the new plan.
GRAHAM: Yes, we’ve tried to address some of the concerns raised by local groups. Many residents are worried about traffic in the area, particularly the increasing speed of cars near schools. They feel it may only be a matter of time before there is an accident, as many children walk to school.
GRAHAM: Another concern is the overhead power lines. These are very old, and many residents asked whether something could be done about them.
GRAHAM: I’m pleased to say that the power company has agreed to move the power lines underground at a cost of $800,000. This will improve both the appearance and the safety of the area.
CAROL: That’s good news. But will this cause an increase in rates for local businesses?
GRAHAM: No, the power company has agreed to cover the cost themselves after discussions with the council. This means the council now has extra funds available for projects such as tree planting and public artwork.
ANNOUNCER: Before you hear the rest of the interview, you have some time to look at questions 14 to 20. Now listen and answer questions 14 to 20.
GRAHAM: We also prepared a map showing the proposed changes, and sent it to all residents.
GRAHAM: Firstly, we will plant mature pine trees to provide shelter and shade beside the supermarket on Days Road.
GRAHAM: To address traffic problems, the pavements at the corner of Carberry Street and Thomas Street will be widened.
GRAHAM: The entrance to Thomas Street from Days Road will be painted red to encourage drivers to slow down.
GRAHAM: A “Keep Clear” sign will be placed at the intersection of Evelyn Street and Hill Street so traffic can exit freely.
GRAHAM: To improve traffic flow, traffic lights will be installed halfway down Hill Street where it crosses Days Road.
GRAHAM: We are also planning activities for children. Local students will research a community story, such as the life of a local sports hero.
GRAHAM: An artist will turn the story into paintings on the wall of a building opposite the supermarket across Hill Street.
GRAHAM: Finally, a new children’s playground will be built at the end of Hill Street, near the intersection with Carberry Street.
CAROL: Wonderful. What happens next?
GRAHAM: The final plan will...
ANNOUNCER: That is the end of Section 2. You now have half a minute to check your answers.
