Issue - meetings

Report of the Director of Environment and Resident Experience.  To be introduced by the Cabinet Member for Tackling Inequality and Resident Services.

The Cabinet Member for Tackling Inequality and Resident Services introduced the report which sought approval of the Parking Investment Plan for 2023/24.

Councillor Hakata endorsed the report and recommendations.

RESOLVED

1.            To agree the Parking Investment Plan for 2023/24 financial year as set out in Appendix 1 subject to the statutory consultations not raising any significant or substantial objections and Cabinet agreeing the carry forward of resources: and

a)     Delegates where appropriate authority to the Head of Highways and Parking:

·           To make decisions relating to scheme design and implementation.

·           To carry out consultations in accordance with Appendix 2 attached to this report and report any significant or substantial objections to the statutory consultation to the Cabinet Member for Tackling Inequality and Resident Service; and

b)     Having followed the legal process, to make traffic management orders, to give effect to those schemes.

Reasons for decisions

This report seeks approval for the 2023/24 Parking Investment Plan which sets out the priorities and funding levels for the coming year. The Council has a statutory obligation to manage its road network, and parking plays a key role in congestion reduction and improving road safety. It can also encourage healthier travel options, while making best use of limited kerb space.

Alternative options considered.

The proposed programme was developed taking account of the Council’s policies, resident feedback, and new traffic problems identified. It also includes approved schemes carried over from last year. No other options are considered.