Minutes:
Councillor Davis attended the meeting and spoke as a Ward Councillor.
Concerns and suggestions from the petitioner included the following:
A Ward Councillor spoke with regard to the petitioners’ requests and raised the following issues:
The Cabinet Member, Councillor Keith Burrows, listened to the concerns raised.
Referring to the parking issues which had been highlighted, Councillor Burrows explained that it was an especially difficult problem to solve as there would always be some inconsiderate motorists who chose to ignore signs and road markings. Discussing current enforcement action, he explained that Parking Enforcement Officers were legally obliged to give motorists an observation period before a ticket could be issued, and was often the case, motorists moved off to avoid a penalty charge notice, only to return to the same spot after a short period.
Noting that the petitioners had also requested a "Council operated street light" in the access road to their parking area. He explained that Whilst the Council appreciated the request, the Council's Street Lighting Team had advised him that as this access road was privately maintained then it was the land owners' responsibility to provide adequate lighting. As a result, the Council could not agree to the request.
In relation to the alleged instances of anti-social behaviour, the Cabinet Member explained this was beyond the remit of the petition hearing. However, the petitioner was advised to contact their Ward Councillor and submit a Members Enquiry should they wish to do so.
In relation to the current road markings, Councillor Burrows confirmed that the Council could investigate upgrading the current yellow lines and also raise the frequency of enforcement with the Parking Enforcement Contractor. Subject to the Council receiving no objections during the consultation period, he advised that action on the road markings could be taken relatively quickly. He also confirmed that the Council could investigate the possible use of bollards on either side of the road.
RESOLVED: That the Cabinet Member:
2. Subject to the outcome of 1 above, asked officers to investigate the request for double yellow lines on the adopted section of highway.
3. Noted the petitioners' request for a box junction at this location and advises them that this location does not meet the requirements for the introduction of this type of road marking.
4. Advised petitioners that the area past the shop frontages is private and therefore it is the responsibility of the land owner to provide the appropriate street lighting.
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