Decision details

Moved by Councillor Gannon, seconded by the Chair (the Lord Mayor) -

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council note:

(i)         residents have raised concerns about pedestrian safety at the western end of Marian Street (serving the south-eastern access for Redfern Station)

(ii)        this section of Marian Street is classified as a Shared Zone with a maximum speed of 10km/h

(iii)      that this location experiences significant pedestrian activity, particularly during peak commuting periods by people accessing the station and the South Everleigh precinct

(iv)      that the area is heavily used by vehicles creating conflict between pedestrians, cyclists and motorists

(v)       that the combination of high pedestrian volumes, bicycle movements, vehicle traffic and limited pedestrian space creates a safety risk and increases the likelihood of a serious collision occurring at this location

(B)      the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         undertake an assessment of pedestrian, cyclist and vehicle safety conditions at the western end of Marian Street (serving the south-eastern access for Redfern Station), including observations during peak periods

(ii)        investigate opportunities to improve pedestrian safety at this location, including measures such as additional traffic calming, improved pedestrian delineation, signage, lighting, line marking, or other infrastructure treatments.

Carried unanimously.

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