Not Responding said:Someone here brought up the topic of a traffic calming proposal in
Denmead, Hampshire that included the spectre of 8 central islands. I'm
sorry but I forget exactly who.
Anyway, I was moved to sign the online petition which resulted in an
interview with the local paper. Never did see the article.
The decision has been made and can be found here
http://www.hants.gov.uk/decisions/decisions-docs/040914-exeenv-R0910152304.html
It seems that the consultation process *did* have some effect:
"...An objection was received in respect of cycle safety at refuge
islands. Extensive surveys, further investigations and discussions
have subsequently taken place, resulting in a revised scheme for
refuge islands on Hambledon Road, with a reduction from 8 to 3,
accompanied by surface treatment to highlight the need for motorists
to leave space for cyclists. The Cyclists' Touring Club has approved
the new proposals...."
So whoever it was that raised the objection and ran the cyclists'
input, well done!
It was me!
I would like to thank you for the supportive interview and signature,
and everyone else who signed the petition or helped in other ways
(Howard gave me some excellent advice, etc.)
A difference was made, but it was *very* difficult. (Many e-mails,
letters, reports, web pages, meetings / contact with Hampshire,
Winchester, Parish councils and councilors, CTC, Sustrans, DfT, the
local village association, English Regions Cycling Development Team,
local newspapers, Hampshire Cycling, Right to Ride, my MP, the police
and others that I can't recall of the top of my head.)
Hampshire County Council did, after a protracted period of campaign,
listen and act. I got interest from my county and district councilors,
but not from my parish council. In fact the parish council went as far
as publish an inaccurate, incomplete and personal opinion 'rebuttal' in
a local newsletter!
To answer Peter's point, yes it was approved by two CTC / RTR
representatives. - I think 8 to 3 is an improvement, and HCC have
adopted a new (for them) road marking scheme.
I intend to wait until they're built, gather experience and publish
links to photographs and notes here and on a web page.
Thanks again to everyone that helped.
Mark.
