Decision details

To agree the transport schemes to be funded in 2013-14 from the Local Transport Plan (LTP) Integrated Transport Block Allocation.

That the proposed funding allocations for integrated transport projects in the county in 2013-14, as outlined in the report, and in Tables A to D of  Appendix 1 of this report, be approved.

The Integrated Transport Block Allocation is prioritised and targeted towards schemes that promote growth and economic development, improve safety, reduce accidents, reduce congestion, combat climate change, manage the highway, and improve access and accessibility in order to meet the Council’s transport goals.  It is considered that the proposed allocation set out in the report and Tables A to D of Appendix 1 is in accordance with national and LTP3 policies and objectives.

It is proposed that the LTP Integrated Transport Block Allocation be allocated to bring forward the delivery of transport schemes that support community aspirations where these are consistent with the goals, objectives and transport strategies set out in the LTP:

·                  Local Safety Schemes and Speed Limit Review.

·                  School travel plan improvements.

·                  Projects that support economic growth, promote accessibility and safety, and improve the environment.

·                  Traffic management measures.

No other options have been considered.

Wiltshire’s third LTP was developed in consultation with local councils, community groups and other stakeholders.  The LTP integrated transport programme has subsequently been developed to reflect the aims of LTP3 and the transport aspirations of local people.

Many of the projects recommended for funding in 2013-14 have been identified by the local community through the development of community area plans, area transport strategies, and school travel plans, or through the Area Board’s Community Area Transport Groups.