Decision details

Purpose of report: The report will present the latest outline proposals for improving three specific sections of the orbital cycle route; Hob Moor to Water End, James Street to Heslington Road, and Clifton Green to Crichton Avenue.

Members are asked to: Approve the above report.

RESOLVED:             That the Executive Member agrees to:

i)                    Note that public consultation is currently taking place on detailed proposals for the Clifton Green to Crichton Avenue section as shown in Annex B and that feedback will be reported to an Officer in Consultation meeting.

ii)                  Provide in-principle approval for the proposed James Street to Millennium Bridge section of the Orbital Cycle Route (OCR), as shown in Annex E, and authorise Officers to undertake further detailed design and public consultation (including the advertisement of necessary Traffic Regulation Orders), with feedback to be reported to an Officer in Consultation meeting. 

iii)                Provide in-principle approval for the proposed Hob Moor to Water End section of the OCR, as shown in Annex H, and authorises Officers to undertake further detailed design and public consultation (including the advertisement of necessary Traffic Regulation Orders), with feedback to be reported to an Officer in Consultation meeting. 

REASON:                  The proposals will provide improved facilities for cyclists, completing an orbital route that cyclists will be able to use in accessing a variety of destinations. The proposed measures would also make a significant contribution towards the aims of the Council as a Cycling City.