The highways committee will undertake our second of four mandatory meanders around the parish on Monday 8th and 15th June 2020 whilst observing social distancing rules, to report to full council any issues affecting residents and the community.
The Highways Working Party Powers and Responsibilities.
- Develop a strategic framework, (reviewed at least annually) for desirable improvements to the village’s traffic issues, including the needs of pedestrians, drivers and businesses throughout the village.
- Monitor traffic management and speeding issues within the village; and report to the relevant authorities.
- Monitor transport issues including those related to parking, cyclists, bus service and shelter requests; and report to the relevant authorities.
- Co-ordinate with the Highways Department of the Local Authority and make representation to the relevant authority in respect of highways management and maintenance e.g. roads, footpaths, pavements, cycle ways, bridleways, street furniture and lighting, gritting, bollards, and other observations
- Report matters associated with highways projects and consultations, e.g. speed limit issues and new and proposed traffic control schemes to the relevant authorities.
- Formulate bids for schemes; noting these require budget approval by the full Parish Council prior to submission.
- Review traffic-related aspects of possible and planned future developments and advise the planning committee, Parish Council and other relevant authorities.
Remember we are here to make our parish a safe and desirable place to live, if you have any suggestions or comments please click on the contacts tab and send your message to our clerk Emma King.