Decision details

That the Local Committee [Epsom & Ewell] agreed:

(i)    the measures set out in paragraph 3.2 of this report be added to the list of possible future highway improvements in Epsom and Ewell for consideration for future Local Committee funding. Officers will also seek any alternative sources of funding that may arise, for example as a result of property development in the local area.

(ii)   that the Safer Travel Team will work with the school to encourage them to take up more of the road safety education and training activities offered by the county council, this will include a Modeshift STARS school travel plan and “Pedals” Year 2 (age 6/7) Scooter and bicycle training.

Reasons:  These proposed highway measures would improve the safety of pupils walking to and from Danetree School and help to reduce antisocial parking.  They would reduce the risk of collisions and improve the road environment to encourage more walking and scooting to school. A successful increase in these modes would contribute to fewer car journeys and less motor vehicle congestion. However the measures at this site would need to be considered alongside other schemes across Epsom and Ewell. The recommended school travel plan and road safety education improvements would also help to improve road safety and reduce reliance on the car for the school journey.