8 FARNHAM 20 MPH SPEED LIMIT SCHEME (EXECUTIVE FUNCTION) PDF 1 MB
To agree that a 20 mph speed limit is implemented on the roads shown within the report.
Decision:
The Local Committee (Waverley) resolved to AGREE to:
Reason:
To enable the changes to the posted speed limit from 30 mph to 20 mph, on the roads identified within Figures 1-3 in Annex A, in accordance with Surrey County Council’s Speed Limit Policy.
The proposed lower 20 mph speed limit on these roads will contribute to improved road safety for all users and an improved environment for active travel within the area, encouraging more short trips to be made by modes such as walking and cycling.
The proposed extent of 20 mph speed limit on these roads has been identified to provide consistency of speed limit and align the proposals with best practice to contribute to an effective positive change of character and improved accessibility throughout the respective areas.
Minutes:
Declarations of Interest: Noted in the Declarations of Interest item.
Officer in attendance: Elaine Martin, Principal Project Officer, SCC, Tomas Ghez Atkins, Chris Greenwood, Atkins.
Petitions, Public Questions/Statements: None.
The officers introduced the item and stated that it was important to bring the report to the Local Committee for consultation. Officers stated that there would also be other opportunities for public consultation including the statutory public consultation period of 28 days for comments to be received.
Member discussion – key points:
Action: Officers to reply to Cllr Merryweather on his query:
He stated that 3 schools were not marked on the map ... view the full minutes text for item 8