Decision - A259: Walking, Cycling and Accessibility improvements

Brighton and Hove Environment, Transport & Sustainability Committee Decided 15 Mar 2022 approved GET /api/coverage

Decision maker

Environment, Transport & Sustainability Committee

Report author

James Hammond

Published

17 Mar 2022

Reference

6563

As published

the council's own words, unedited

Plans include: -Additional pedestrian space, including outside seating space. -Raised table junctions and dropped kerbs to assist wheelchairs, mobility scooters and pushchairs. -Extension of the westbound cycle lane with cyclists separated from motor vehicles. -Additional cycle parking spaces, including space for larger and adapted bikes. -Additional loading bays and parking spaces for Blue Badge holders.

1) That this Committee approve the A259 Active Travel Scheme - Walking, Cycling and Accessibility Improvement s detailed design scheme as presented in Appendix 1 . 2) That the Committee authorises officers to commence the construction phase and to procure the Works Contract under the authority of the Executive Director.

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The report presents feedback from a consultation on proposals to improve walking, cycling and disabled access along A259 Kingsway between Fourth Avenue and Wharf Road. The proposals include wider pavements, improved pedestrian and cycle crossings, cycle-lane extensions, more cycle parking, disabled parking, loading facilities and public space, with feedback from residents, businesses and stakeholder organisations informing design changes.

Recommendation

To take account of the consultation findings and stakeholder feedback in progressing the proposals to improve walking, cycling and accessibility on the A259, including the design changes identified in the report.

Financial impact

No budget amount stated; the report notes that funding has been identified using Section 106 money.

Ward affected

city-wide

Decision maker

Environment, Transport and Sustainability Committee

Date in document

1 Feb 2021

Stakeholders named

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ResidentsLocal businessesPedestriansCyclistsPeople with disabilitiesCar driversBus usersEmergency servicesActive and Inclusive Travel ForumLocal community and residents’ associations

Next steps

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Progress the A259 Kingsway proposals using the consultation findings and stakeholder feedback.
Incorporate agreed changes into the detailed design, including raised tables, additional crossings, tactile kerbs, improved signage and markings, loading facilities and disabled-bay design.
Continue monitoring bus times, traffic conditions and enforcement of cycle lanes.
Undertake further assessments during detailed design, including drainage assessment and consideration of wayfinding signage.
Consider longer-term aspirations such as two-way protected cycle lanes and wider junction improvements in future schemes.

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