Decision details

Purpose of Report: to set out the proposed 2017/18 programme of works to be delivered using the Economy and Place Capital Programme budget.

The Executive Member is asked to approve the proposed programme of schemes to be delivered in 2017/18.

Resolved: (i) The proposed programme of schemes to be delivered in 2017/18 be approved.

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.

Resolved: (ii) That  the inclusion of the upgrade of Belisha beacons at all zebra crossings, and for the renewal of markings on the city’s major roads be approved.

Reason: To implement projects approved in the Council’s budget to improve safety at Zebra Crossings and along main roads across the city funded from the Built Environment Fund.

Resolved: (iii)That the commencement of consultation with Fossgate residents and traders on a potential scheme to reduce the impact of traffic and improve the environment in the street with the results to be brought forward to a future Executive Member Decision Session regarding any potential changes to the Traffic Regulation Order be approved. A subsequent report would be submitted to the Executive to consider potential physical interventions alongside proposals for taking forward the Public Realm improvement works identified in the annual budget.

Reason: To develop a scheme to enable the environment for pedestrians to be improved in the city.

Resolved: (iv) That non statutory informative signs are installed whenever highway works are underway.

Reason: To ensure a greater level of public awareness whilst works are taking place.