The Chair invited speakers to address the meeting and responded to their points in turn.
The Chair made a series of general comments about the County Council’s 20mph scheme as a whole, including:
· Welcoming comments from the Secretary of State about the new government’s intention to leave decisions such as these to local authorities.
· Addressing concerns around cost and confirming this process was about implementation given that the Council had already agreed to the costs.
· Noting that schemes are brought forward with the support of the parish/town councils and the local County Councillor.
· Noting the response from Thames Valley Police about enforcement.
· Referencing the responses from the bus companies about the ‘cumulative effect’ on their services.
· Noting that consultation responses were the decision of people who wished to respond or not.
The Chair noted the good level of consultation response, which was welcomed.
The Chair invited local residents to stay in touch with the County Council with particular issues in their local area.
The Chair thanked officers and agreed to the recommendations in the report.
RESOLVED to:
a) Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Appleford-on Thames, as advertised.