Agenda item

Report of the Director of the Built Environment.

Consideration was given to a report of the Director of the Built Environment in respect of the Riverside Walk Enhancement Strategy (progress report and proposed review).

Members received a presentation from the Assistant Director (Environmental Enhancement).

Members expressed concern regarding the safety of pedestrians due to prohibited cycling on the Riverside Walk.  The number of runners could also be a problem at times. Members were advised that details of further projects would be brought to the Sub-Committee at future meetings for full discussion.  Members noted that the key point was to ensure the walkway accommodated the various types of users.

The Director agreed to clarify with the Comptroller and City Solicitor and the Remembrancer the position in respect of amendments to the respective powers for policing the walkway and provide a response to Members.

RESOLVED – That,

i)                 the update information on the Strategy be received and actions noted; and

ii)                Officers be authorised to commence a review and update of the Strategy, with a view to the updated draft being approved by Members prior to public consultation in 2013