Have Your Say on Proposals for 20mph Speed Limits in Weymouth
Residents are being asked for their views on proposals for 20mph speed limits across eight areas in Weymouth in a survey which launched today (Monday 22nd June.)
The focus of the Phase One engagement is on areas around local schools, with the aim of making it safer and easier for children, families and residents to walk, wheel and cycle.
The eight residential areas include Coombe Valley, Littlemoor, Lodmoor South, Radipole, Southill, a Town Centre Extension, and two areas in Wyke Regis, one East of Portland Road, and one West of Portland Road. Residents are also being asked if there are any other areas that should be considered in future phases.
Click here to view and comment on the survey.
Cllr Matt Bell, who put the proposals forward, said: “Gaining the public’s feedback on proposals for eight 20mph speed limits in Weymouth is an important first step. In Phase One we are seeking residents’ views on eight areas where we believe improvements could be made to road safety, particularly around some of the routes to schools.
“Please take the time to read through the survey details and provide your feedback before it closes on Monday 20th July.”
Following this engagement, areas that receive strong community support will be put forward in a formal application to Dorset Council to consider.
Maps showing the different areas – which focus on residential streets as opposed to main roads – can be viewed in the survey here, and on the Council’s website. Hard copies of the survey are also available at libraries and the Town Council’s office at The New Town Hall on Commercial Road.
The public are also invited to an informal drop-in session from 6pm on Wednesday 24th June in the Council Chamber at The New Town Hall before Weymouth Town Council’s Full Council meeting. Residents will be able to view the maps and copies of the survey will be available to complete.
The survey is live from Monday 22nd June to Monday 20th July, so make your voice heard by completing it.
Frequently Asked Questions on the proposals can be downloaded below:
The Project Initiation Document which was approved by Full Council last year can be downloaded below:
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