Archived decisions

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1. Summary

1.1 The following decisions are sought:

(i) That the Project Appraisal for the proposed construction of a shared use off-road cycle facility in Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, from Falkland Road roundabout in the west to Nightingale Avenue in the east, to be externally funded at an estimated cost of £301,000, be approved.

(ii) That under Sections 65 and 66 of the Highways Act 1980 the existing and proposed footways which form this scheme be converted for shared use by pedestrians and cyclists.

(iii) That, subject to approval of this Project Appraisal, the Environment Capital Programme be revised at the March decision day to reflect the increased project costs from £250,000 to £301,000 and the revised start within the 2006/07 financial year.

2. Reason

2.1 This decision supports Aims 2 and 4 (Stewardship of the Environment and Building Strong and Safe Communities) of the Corporate Strategy by providing a dedicated cycle link which encourages sustainable travel and promotes the health and well-being of the local residents and workers. The developer of the business centre at Stoneycroft Rise has made the scheme specific contribution that funds this proposal.

3. Other Options Considered and Rejected

3.1 The scheme forms part of the east-west Eastleigh Cycle Route Network along Chestnut Avenue. Both sides of Chestnut Avenue have been considered for siting the cycleway. The north-east side was chosen because there is sufficient land available and it provides a direct link into the residential Avery Estate via Nightingale Avenue.

4. Conflicts of Interest Declared by the Decision Maker or Other Executive Member Consulted - None.

5. Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee - Not applicable.

6. Reason(s) for the Matter being dealt with if Urgent - Not applicable.

Approved by: Date:

Councillor T G Knight

676Decn/MG