Re: the proposed Katikati Bypass.

I reiterate once again that the physical design of the bypass at both ends only needs a turnoff for

heavy/bypass traffic and straight through for all others, thereby ensuring the majority of cars will continue to access the shopping area.

Let's make sure that it is designed this way. As a longstanding resident heavily involved in this community for more than 45 years, I don't actually know of any longstanding residents who don't want a bypass apart from the two original naysayers who got it stopped so many years ago.

For many years now during business hours the Main St parking, including outside Hammer Hardware and the southernmost shops, has been at a premium mostly with local traffic. We have started a process here, let's ensure that it happens this time.

P Martin, Katikati.