M4_East_Feedback_Report_April14

5. Next steps
The comments and concerns raised by stakeholders and the community during the display of the M4 East
concept design have been provided to the motorway design team for consideration, and where possible,
used in refining the design and in identifying potential opportunities for minimising impacts on the local
community.
The feedback received has also been provided to the technical specialists preparing the environmental
impact statement and will be considered in the assessment of potential project impacts.
An updated set of frequently asked questions has also been prepared and made available on the project
website in response to a number of comments received during the display of the concept design. Information
will be updated on the WestConnex website (www.westconnex.com.au) as the project progresses and as
more information becomes available.
A number of studies that will assist with the preparation of the environmental impact statement have
commenced and will be carried out over the coming months. Investigations and studies will include noise
monitoring and modelling, air quality monitoring and modelling, flood modelling, traffic and transport,
heritage, socio economic, flora and fauna, geotechnical investigations (ground condition) and visual
assessment. If access to private property is required, property owners will be consulted and provided with
details about the nature and timing of the investigations.
Engagement with the community and key stakeholders will continue during the preparation of the EIS
including meetings and briefings with community members and key stakeholders, responding to queries and
feedback on the project information line 1300 660 248 and email info@westconnex.com.au, providing online
and printed updates on the project.
Late in 2014, the EIS will be placed on exhibition and formal submissions will be invited. The EIS will provide
a detailed assessment of potential project impacts. During the exhibition period a range of engagement
activities will be held including ‘drop in’ information sessions, briefings, meetings, static and staffed displays,
a detailed design, fact sheets and updated website information. The WestConnex project team will then
prepare a response to submissions received and provide a report on these submissions to the Department of
Planning and Infrastructure. The design for the M4 East may change in response to the submissions
received.
The Minister for Planning will determine whether or not to approve the project and any conditions to be applied.
Debrief to environmental and technical specialists
undertaking the M4 East EIS on 26 February 2014.
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