Agenda item

Report JTB/21/04 updates members on the identified schemes approved for construction. 

Report JTB/21/04 updated members on the identified schemes approved for construction.

The Chairman went through the report and asked members for their comments on each section. Comments and questions raised as follows:

A member raised an issue regarding the spelling of some road names within the report and did not feel members should have to highlight inaccuracies, James Bowen from KCC advised he was aware of inaccuracies and apologised. This issue had been raised with staff who build report.

Alkham Valley Road (Road Asset Renewal Schemes) – a member hoped a solution could be found for issues here as situation still not great.

Bluehouse Lane (Surface Dressing) – Mr Bowen advised that an update had been received today that drainage issue has been addressed and will be added to resurfacing calendar in the next financial year.

Harden Lane (Appendix B) – Chairman was happy to see these issues are to be investigated.

Street Lighting (Appendix C) – Mr Bowen advised dates are incorrect for works programs to be completed and should read February 2022.

Member also raised that ward names are out of date in report.

Black Bull Road j/w Linden Crescent (Appendix D) – member thanked KCC for  steps taken forward with work on Black Bull Road.

Cinque Ports Cycle Route Phase 3 (Appendix D) – Wendy Boorman from KCC advised she was not aware of funding being available for the Cinque Ports Cycle Route Phase 3 so the report may be incorrect.

Cinque Ports Cycle Route Phase 5 – Nikoll’s Road to Dymchurch Redoubt (Appendix D) – members wanted to clarify that there would be no obstacles to Phase 5.

Ms Boorman explained that Phase 5 works have started this week and only last part of this phase awaiting MOD to finalise on land being made available.

Chairman requested that he and other local members be updated on developments prior to next JTB. Ms Boorman agreed and would update accordingly.

Active Travel cycle route Cheriton to Folkestone Central (Appendix D) – members wanted to thank KCC officers for attending the public meeting in Cheriton and explaining the plans. They looked forward to the outcome of the consultation as many did take part and also queried whether a petition had been received or not.

Ms Boorman agreed that public meeting was well attended and that the team are currently analysing all comments which is why the consultation results was taking time. Residents’ views will be taken on board. Confirmed petition has been received and will check with Democratic Services at KCC if it will be actioned and will update.

Externally Funded Schemes - Councillor Weatherhead mentioned the Scanlons Bridge junction improvements and Dymchurch ‘zebra crossing’ scheme outside the Tesco Metro.  He and local residents were very pleased to see these proposals and looked forward to positive updates.   

Cheriton High Street/ Cheriton Approach (Appendix E) – a member raised a question regarding the bus shelter on Cheriton High Street and if it is back in position outside Tesco? Also queried the pedestrian crossing and why it will not be completed until June as crossing is dangerous and confusing for residents.

Mr Bowen advised he will find out about the bus shelter and update. Agreed the traffic light button on the pedestrian crossing is an issue and will provide an update. 

A259 Former Sands Motel Site (Appendix E) – a member asked if the works for the site is ever going forward.  Mr Bowen will find out and update. 

Royal Military Ave (Appendix E) – a member raised need for footway lighting between Royal Military Avenue and North Road.

Hook Wall (Appendix F) – a member asked for clarification on delay to works. Mr Bowen to raise with the Structure Team and update.

Tanners Hill, Saltwood (Appendix H) – members thanked officers for work getting Tanners Hill Scheme in place.

HE282 – Tolsford Hill (Appendix I) – A member welcomed the footpath on Tolsford Hill and asked will there be measures to stop vehicle traffic.  It was advised that it is a byway so no measures can be introduced.