Decision Session - Executive Member for Transport
Set out below is a summary of the decisions taken at the meeting of the Decision Session Executive Member for Transport held on Tuesday, 3 November 2020. The wording used does not necessarily reflect the actual wording that will appear in the minutes.
Members are reminded that, should they wish to call in a decision, notice must be given to the Democracy Officer for the meeting no later than 5pm on 5 November 2020.
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4. Scarborough Bridge to Bootham Park Cycle Route Improvements
Resolved:
i. The Executive Member noted the results of public consultation on these proposals;
ii. Approval was granted to the proposed schemes as outlined and progress to detailed design in option 1;
iii. Approval was granted for the construction of the proposed schemes as outlined, if no significant changes are needed as a result of the detailed design;
iv. That as part of the Stage 3 Safety Audit the Council monitors the use of the path by both cyclists and pedestrians;
v. That officers consider the placement of street lighting to ensure future proofing wherever possible.
Reason: The recommended schemes will enhance and promote a cycle/pedestrian and accessible route from York Station to Bootham Park and York Hospital, whilst complementing the recent upgrade of Scarborough Bridge and it’s approaches from the city centre. The improvements to this route will improve access and options for active travel users – cyclists and pedestrians, as well as those with mobility issues.
5. Tsar Traffic Signal Refurbishment - Wigginton Road / Crichton Avenue Yk2221
Resolved:
i. Approve the proposed signal refurbishment with additional controlled pedestrian crossings shown in the drawing at Annex C.
Reason: This will achieve the core aim of replacing the life-expired traffic signal asset such that it can continue be operated and repaired economically.
6. Economy & Place Transport Capital Programme – 2020/21 Monitor 1
Resolved:
i. The amendments to the 2020/21 Economy & Place
Transport Capital Programme were approved.
ii. The Executive Member noted the progress of schemes in the Transport Capital Programme and the Emergency Active Travel Fund programme.
Reason: To implement the Council’s transport strategy identified in York’s third Local Transport Plan and the Council Priorities, and deliver schemes identified in the council’s Transport Programme.
7. Greendykes Lane – Proposed Puffin Pedestrian Crossing
Resolved:
i. The Executive Member approved the scheme as shown in Annex A to provide a crossing point on Green Dykes Lane.
Reason: To provide a safe and formal crossing point on Green Dykes Lane, which is in close proximity to the University of York and a local primary school.
8. York Road, Haxby – Proposed Zebra Crossing
Resolved:
i. The Executive Member approved the scheme shown in Annex A and requested that officers liaise with local residents to ensure that the scheme is undertaken in as sympathetic way as possible.
Reason: To provide a safe and formal crossing point on York Road, Haxby, a road which is in close proximity the three local schools, a local residential home for the elderly, and Ethel Ward playing field. Which is the largest leisure facility in Haxby.