Issue - meetings

This report presents the responses to a consultation on a proposal to introduce a 20mph speed limit in Chalgrove on those roads lying south of the B480, replacing the existing 30mph speed limits in their entirety. It is though proposed that the roads lying to the north of the B480 in the vicinity of the airfield & Monument Park will remain 30mph.

The Cabinet Member for Highway Management AGREED to approve as advertised:

a.    the 20mph speed limit at Chalgrove,

b.  the extended 20mph on Oxford Way, as well as the new roads lying north & south of Oxford Way forming the residential development located to the west of Marley Lane.

This report presented the responses to a consultation on a proposal to introduce a 20mph speed limit in Chalgrove on those roads lying south of the B480, replacing the existing 30mph speed limits in their entirety. It was however proposed that the roads lying to the north of the B480 in the vicinity of the airfield & Monument Park would remain at 30mph.

Cllr Andrew Gant read out the statement received (as per Appendix 1 of the minutes) and responded to issues and comments made.

Cllr Gant referred to concerns from the bus operators regarding the impact of the proposed development and the impact that a revised speed limit could have on journey times. Officers clarified that discussions were ongoing and clarified that the situation could be reviewed as there was growth in the area as had been the case in Witney.

In response to a question it was clarified that proposals could change if requires and that would need to be a separate decision.

Cllr Gant expressed his support for the recommendations as the proposal would help facilitate walking and cycling within the village and the safe movement of traffic. It was however emphasised that this should not be at the expense of slower bus journeys and discussions needed to be continued with the operators.

DECISION:

The Cabinet Member for Highway Management AGREED to approve as advertised:

a.    the 20mph speed limit at Chalgrove,

b.  the extended 20mph on Oxford Way, as well as the new roads lying north & south of Oxford Way forming the residential development located to the west of Marley Lane.