40km/h speed limit proposed for Stuarts Point town centre
Update
All submissions received have been reviewed and it is now proposed to proceed with the concept design as exhibited with the following inclusions/amendments:
- Include pedestrian refuge Option 2B (opposite chemist in Marine Parade)
- Retain curb ramp in Marine Parade opposite shops.
- Include refuge crossing in Marlin Drive immediately north of Ocean Street intersections to provide connectivity to Community Hall and slow point for traffic approaching Ocean Street.
- Extend 40kmh zone in Marlin Drive (north) to coincide with existing 40kmh School Zone.
- Extend 40kmh zone in Banksia Street to coincide with existing 40kmh school zone.
- Better delineate existing pram ramps.
- Provide signage and no stopping zone details for new refuges and upgrade of existing zebra crossing in Ocean Avenue.
The next step is to report a draft final design to the Local Traffic Committee meeting scheduled for November 2024. The advice of the Committee is to be reported to the December meeting of Council.
Thank you to everyone who participated and gave feedback.
What do you think of a 40km speed limit for the Stuarts Point town centre.
We would like your feedback on a proposed 40km/h speed zone for Stuarts Point Town Centre.
In partnership with Transport for NSW, Kempsey Shire Council is proposing the installation of a 40km/h speed limit within the town centre of Stuarts Point.
Why is this being considered
Council has previously received feedback from the broader community of Stuarts Point in relation to pedestrian safety in the past.
This new speed limit is aimed to reduce traffic speed and improve the safety for pedestrians walking as well as the road users in the area.
The work to be carried out is relatively minor and includes the installation of pedestrian crossings, pavement markings and appropriate 40kmh warning signs.
What's next
The project is to be undertaken in (2) phases.
Phase 1 is for the design and community consultation.
Phase 2 is for the work to be carried out with funding and scheduling to be determined following completion of the final designs.
Submissions
Provide your Feedback and get involved in the conversation.
Complete the survey below or fill out a submission and have your say.
Make a more comprehensive, formal submission using the online submission tool, by email to ksc@kempsey.nsw.gov.au , or by mailing to:
The General Manager
Kempsey Shire Council
PO Box 3078
West Kempsey
NSW 2440
The proposed speed limit change will be on display until Sunday 8 September 2024.
What happens next?
After the exhibition period has closed, your feedback and the proposed designs will be reviewed and will be presented to Council for adoption.
The exhibition period has now closed.- Thank you to everyone who participated and took the time to give feedback.
