Pursuant to Minute 514 of its meeting held on 4^th January 2016, the Cabinet Committee received a report of the Deputy Chief Executive (Place) concerning the outcome of the investigation into the possible amendment of traffic priorities in North Avenue, South Avenue and Central Avenue, Southend on Sea.  Having considered the views of the Traffic & Parking Working Party it was:

Resolved:

1.  That no further action be taken in respect of the amendment to traffic flows in North Avenue, South Avenue and Central Avenue.

2.  That the Deputy Chief Executive (Place) be requested to investigate the possible installation of mobile flashing speed limit signs in these roads to reduce traffic speeds.

3.  That a briefing by the Safer Essex Roads Partnership and Community Speed Watch be arranged to which all Members of the Council be invited.

Reason for Decision

To ensure the safe flow of traffic and aim to reduce traffic speeds.

Other Options

Amend the traffic priority of the roads as requested - Traffic schemes are generally considered where the scheme will provide a benefit to road users by reducing speeds or accidents. Where no benefit is likely to be gained, no further action is considered.

Note:- This is an Executive Function

Eligible for call-in to Place Scrutiny Committee:

Executive Councillor: Councillor Cox