Council will begin its traffic and pedestrian monitoring program next week, helping to build a clearer picture of how people move around the region and where future road and pedestrian improvements may be needed.
Running through October and November 2026, and again throughout 2027, the program will collect traffic and pedestrian data at more than 400 locations across the city.
Mayor Patricia White said residents may notice temporary black rubber tubes placed across some roads as part of the survey work.
"We'll be gathering information on traffic volumes, speeds, heavy vehicle movements and pedestrian activity over the next six weeks," Cr White said.
"This is a routine activity undertaken by road authorities, so we're simply reminding residents and visitors not to be alarmed if they see traffic survey equipment on roads throughout the Shoalhaven."
"The information collected helps Council identify and prioritise infrastructure improvements, plan future works and ensure our road and pedestrian networks continue to meet the needs of our community and visitors," she said.
Traffic and pedestrian monitoring is conducted to assess the impact of traffic on road assets, ensure crossings and other traffic treatments remain fit for purpose, and support local traffic and pedestrian safety investigations.
The data also helps Council identify and prioritise future improvement works, inform grant funding applications and support evidence-based planning for the city's transport network.
