Decision Maker: Local Pedestrian, Cycling and Traffic Calming Committee
Decision status: Recommendations Determined
2021/022012
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Committee note the provision of
bicycle crossing facilities at the traffic signals on Mitchell Road and
Buckland Street, Alexandria;
It is recommended that the Committee endorse the provision of the following treatments in Alexandria:
· A contraflow bicycle facility in Brown Street, between Suttor Street and Mitchell Road;
· A Shared Path on the western side of Mitchell Road, between the points 0 metres and 58.24 metres north of Brown Street;
· A Shared Path on the southern side of Buckland Street, between the points 0 metres and 77.75 metres east of Mitchell Road; and
· A 2.1metre wide footpath extension on the southern side of Buckland Street, between the points 70.64 metres and 77.75 metres west of Mitchell Road.
Voting
Members for this Item
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City of Sydney |
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Transport for NSW |
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NSW Police – |
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Advice
The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.
Background
The City’s Cycling Strategy and Action Plan adopted by
Council in 2018, identifies a requirement to improve connectivity for bicycle
riders across the City’s bicycle network.
The proposals improve connections from shops, schools and surrounding communities in Waterloo. The proposals form part of the improved connectivity for bicycle riders outlined in the City’s Cycling Strategy and Action Plan and will improve safety for people riding locally, or to work or school and serves as a strategic connection while improving amenity and calming traffic.
Report author: Eoin Cunningham
Publication date: 18/02/2021
Date of decision: 18/02/2021
Decided at meeting: 18/02/2021 - Local Pedestrian, Cycling and Traffic Calming Committee
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