Meetings Held

WRAG Meeting 13th August 2007 at Wimbish Recreation Ground
Present: Chris Stoneham for Highways Dept, and Mike Young (PC Chair), Edward Browne (PC Vice-Chair), Lindy Scanlan (PC member) and John Bullough for WRAG

1. Traffic calming and waiting restrictions in Tye Green: CS advised that the street lighting will be installed Sep/Oct, given satisfactory outcome of informal consultation, the previous consultation having expired. After connection of this lighting, speed cushions will then be installed (approx. Dec/Jan, again given satisfactory outcome of informal consultation). Members of the PC present at the meeting supported this plan.

2. Speed mgt options in Howlett End, Mill Road and Elder Street: General concern was expressed concerning recent accidents on Wimbish roads. CS agreed to send the PC the latest speed surveys results. CS commented that Highways is investigating the scope for additional speed restrictions in Maple Lane. Members of the PC who were present expressed support in principle for Community Speed Watch. CS agreed to advise ECC policy on this.

3. Roadside footpaths in Wimbish: Members reiterated the Wimbish community’s wish to have roadside footpaths installed in Wimbish, provided these did not materially change the rural character of our lanes. A request for support had been made in a meeting with Highways dept in 2005 and Highways had agreed to seek budget support for the project. CS agreed to advise on the status of this project within Highways dept.

4. Vehicle activated signs: Members again reiterated a strong wish to see such signs installed at suitable locations within Wimbish. CS agreed to check whether ECC’s criteria for these signs are met in Wimbish. Highways is considering signs which are mounted on fixed posts and can be moved relatively easily from one location to another. Cost is £4,000 each. Could install by Christmas 2007, given PC willingness to contribute a proportion of the cost, and given satisfaction of ECC criteria. PC to review at next PC meeting.

5. AOB: CS confirmed that UDC has been selected as a pilot district for the ‘Quiet Lanes’ project. It was pointed out that several of Wimbish’ lanes might fall into this category. CS agreed to review and report back.