THOUSANDS of people are being invited to hear how Glasgow will be affected by the Commonwealth Games.
Residents living near venues across the city will be able to find out how their area will change as the biggest multi-sport event Scotland has seen draws nearer.
A total of 11 drop-in sessions have been arranged and there will be a chance to view and comment on draft proposals that will go to city planners later this year.
Temporary measures – known as overlay – will be introduced in and around venues and are essential for a safe, enjoyable and well-organised Games.
These will include temporary structures, ranging from portable buildings and security fencing to temporary lighting and power sources, to provide facilities for spectators, athletes, visiting media and officials.
Information will also be provided on how temporary traffic changes will operate and what may be involved, from access and security to road closures.
The temporary measures will be installed in the months leading up to the Games and removed afterwards, returning the venues to their present state.
Glasgow 2014 chief operating officer Ralph Ord said: "The Games will see more than 6500 athletes and officials come to Glasgow for 11 days of fantastic competition that will put the city and Scotland on the world stage.
"The city will be bustling with activity and Glasgow 2014 will need to implement temporary changes to deliver an outstanding event everyone can enjoy.
"This includes examining how the city normally operates and what needs to be put in place around venues to make the Games a success.
"Our temporary overlay installations have been designed and located to minimise inconvenience to local communities while delivering a well-organised, safe and memorable Games for Glasgow, and Scotland.
"I hope people living in areas that will be affected will come along to our drop-in sessions and let us know their views.
"Our plans will only be finalised and submitted to the planning authority once we have carefully considered all feedback from local people."
The 2014 Commonwealth Games will run from July 23 to August 4, with the majority of venues being based in the East End of the city.
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The meetings about the various venues will be held on the following dates in the following locations.
l February 26: Strathclyde Country Park, in the park's rowing centre.
l February 27: Scotstoun Sports Campus, in the campus.
l March 5: Royal Commonwealth Pool, Edinburgh, in pool building.
l March 7: Tollcross International Swimming Centre, in Shettleston Library.
l March 13: Hampden Park, in the stadium.
l March 14: Cathkin Braes, in Cathkin Braes golf club.
l March 18: Kelvingrove Art Gallery, in the gallery.
l March 19: Commonwealth Arena, Celtic Park and Athletes' Village, in the Emirates Arena.
l March 20: Hockey Centre and Glasgow Green, in Glasgow Green Football Centre.
l March 25: SECC, in SECC.
All the meetings take place from 3-7pm.
A date and time for Ibrox residents has still to be arranged.
For queries or comments about the Games or the proposal, call the contact centre on 030 3333 2014 or by post at: Glasgow 2014, Commonwealth House, 32 Albion Street, Glasgow, G1 1LH, by April 15, 2013; or send an e-mail to: contactus@glasgow 2014.com
THOUSANDS of people are being invited to hear how Glasgow will be affected by the Commonwealth Games.
Residents living near venues across the city will be able to find out how their area will change as the biggest multi-sport event Scotland has seen draws nearer.
A total of 11 drop-in sessions have been arranged and there will be a chance to view and comment on draft proposals that will go to city planners later this year.
Temporary measures – known as overlay – will be introduced in and around venues and are essential for a safe, enjoyable and well-organised Games.
These will include temporary structures providing facilities for spectators, athletes, media and officials, ranging from portable buildings and security fencing to temporary lighting and power sources.
Information will also be provided on how changes will operate and what may be involved, from access and security to road and traffic.
The temporary measures will be installed in the months leading up to the Games and removed afterwards, returning the venues to their present state.
Glasgow 2014 chief operating officer Ralph Ord said: "The Games will see more than 6500 athletes and officials come to Glasgow for 11 days of fantastic competition that will put the city and Scotland on the world stage.
"The city will be bustling with activity and Glasgow 2014 will need to implement temporary changes to deliver an outstanding event everyone can enjoy.
"This includes examining how the city normally operates and what needs to be put in place around venues to make the Games a success.
"Our temporary overlay installations have been designed and located to minimise inconvenience to communities while delivering a well-organised, safe and memorable Games.
"I hope people living in areas that will be affected will come along to our drop-in sessions and let us know their views.
"Our plans will only be finalised and submitted to the planning authority once we have carefully considered all feedback from local people."
vivienne.nicoll@ eveningtimes.co.uk
All the dates and venues -
The meetings about the various venues will be held on the following dates in the following locations.
l February 26: Strathclyde Country Park, in the park's rowing centre.
l February 27: Scotstoun Sports Campus, in the campus.
l March 5: Royal Commonwealth Pool, Edinburgh, in pool building.
l March 7: Tollcross International Swimming Centre, in Shettleston Library.
l March 13: Hampden Park, in the stadium.
l March 14: Cathkin Braes, in Cathkin Braes golf club.
l March 18: Kelvingrove Art Gallery, in the gallery.
l March 19: Commonwealth Arena, Celtic Park and Athletes Village, in the Emirates Arena.
l March 20: Hockey Centre and Glasgow Green, in Glasgow Green Football Centre.
l March 25: SECC, in SECC.
All the meetings are from 3-7pm.
A date and time for Ibrox residents has still to be arranged.
For queries or comments about the Games or the proposal, call the contact centre on 030 3333 2014 or by post at: Glasgow 2014, Commonwealth House, 32 Albion Street, Glasgow, G1 1LH, by April 15, 2013; or send an e-mail to: contactus@glasgow 2014.com
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