A Highways Officer will provide an update on a number of transport and highways issues and developments in the Evington Ward.
Minutes:
Mark Govan - Temporary Engineer for Planning, Development & Transportation presented the following information:
Highways Matters:
· Whitehall Road 20mph scheme - The scheme was partly completed during half term, including a raised zebra crossing. There were problems with the speed cushion supplier and would now be possibly installed in summer 2018.
· Downing Drive 20mph scheme - 3 objections received, report being prepared, dependent on resolution of objections, possible construction in Summer 2018.
· Evington Village 20mph scheme – 1 objection received, report being prepared, dependent on resolution of objection, possible construction in Summer 2018.
· Davenport Road 20mph scheme – In programme for 2018/19, zone and possible speed cushions on Davenport Road.
· Spencefield Lane – Pedestrian refuge proposals due for construction in the summer 2018 holidays.
· Coleman Road Service Road – Various proposals were being considered in this area, including residents parking on the service road and various restrictions and the introduction of Pay & Display machines on Coleman Road near the hospital.
· Consultation about residents’ parking on the Coleman Rd/ Service Rd was in place and letters were sent out on 13.2.18, to 252 – 326, Coleman Rd. The consultation would finish on 9th March.
· Coleman Road o/s hospital – Various proposals were being considered in this area, including statutory consultation to start shortly on introducing new waiting restrictions on Coleman Rd (including pay and display restrictions outside the hospital on Coleman Road), Coleman Close (10m both sides at its junction with Coleman Rd) and Davenport Rd (additional 6 metres at its junction with Spencefield Lane.
· Bollards and Railings – Several bollards and railings had been installed in the ward, with a few more to be carried out.
Residents’ concerns:
· Some residents had concerns that the Council would be proceeding with the installation of speed cushions and the 20mph programme in the ward.
· Some residents felt that the wrong decision had been made on the Whitehall Road scheme. Councillor Govind noted that the correct processes were followed and consultation carried out before the works took place.
· During the congestion in the morning rush hour on Goodwood Road, vehicles were reported to be using Greenacre Drive as a cut through. Residents requested solutions – Mark would look into this.
· The CCTV enforcement car was queried – Mark advised that all signs, line and Traffic Regulation Orders (TRO’s) needed to be in place before the markings could be enforced. This was a long process across all schools in Leicester City.
· Two residents residing on Goodwood Road/ Greenacre Drive had an issue with the fence/ railings which had been installed near the property (prevent rat runs). Mark Govan noted the residents address and would visit the site.
· Clovelly Road – was noted as a one way turning right out of the Tesco Metro car park. However, it was reported that some drivers were turning left and going the wrong way. It was requested that improved signage and/ or the installation of railings alongside double yellow lines to prevent parking. Mark agreed to visit the site and Councillor Govind requested the resident to email him.
· The speed sign on Ethel Road was reported to be not working. Mark noted that this would be looked at in the environmental works programme.
School parking concerns:
· Spencefield Lane – concerns regarding parents parking on verges and in front of driveways.
· Whitehall Primary School staff were reported to be using Angela Drive and Susan Drive for parking.
· Councillor Bajaj encouraged the benefits of a walking bus.
· Mark informed the meeting of the works which Police and enforcement officers had been carrying out at some schools. The Spencefield Lane resident would provide Mark with her contact details after the meeting, to be passed onto the relevant Officer.
· Residents queried whether the large empty site on Spencefield Road was suitable for potential parking use.