Issue - meetings

RESOLVED:       That the Cabinet Member approves the progression of the South Bank and Murton areas as pilots to assist in the development of the new 20mph speed limit policy.

REASON:           To ensure that 20mph speed limits are implemented in the city in the most inclusive, coordinated and appropriate way.

Consideration was given to a report which identified a proposal to progress the creation of an extended area of 20mph speed limits in the South Bank area to the south west of the city centre as part of the development of a citywide 20mph speed limit policy.

The report also considered the possibility of using Murton as a 20mph speed limit pilot for villages, following receipt of a well supported petition calling for a 20mph speed limit in the village.

Officers confirmed that they were working on proposals for a city wide 20mph speed limit for development with key stakeholders. It was also confirmed that they would work with Murton Parish Council to balance the needs of the rural area with the introduction of the speed limit.

The Cabinet Member thanked Officers for their work on progressing these schemes. He confirmed that further work was required on the method of dealing with distributor roads whilst progressing a 20mph city wide scheme and the need for a campaign to gain the hearts and minds of residents.

RESOLVED:       That the Cabinet Member approves the progression of the South Bank and Murton areas as pilots to assist in the development of the new 20mph speed limit policy. ^1.

REASON:           To ensure that 20mph speed limits are implemented in the city in the most inclusive, coordinated and appropriate way.