Issue - meetings

The Forum noted that TROs had already been discussed at item 4b) on the agenda.

The Forum noted that the Traffic Road Order (TRO) process was currently suspended whilst under review and due to be discussed at the Audit and Scrutiny Committee on 17 March 2020 (LINK).

Outcome

The Forum noted the position.

The Forum considered a written update from Roads and Amenity Services regarding the TRO at the Pier which advised that a set of proposals were being developed to deal with the marshalling area and the bus lane/facility at the pier.  This would form the detail of a future TRO to be considered by the Area Committee.

Outcome

The Forum noted the updated provided and that a report would be submitted to the Bute & Cowal Area Committee.

Dunoon Pier

Officers are currently awaiting one objection to be withdrawn leaving one objection outstanding. If this can be withdrawn after more discussion the next stage of the TRO can be processed, which is advertising that the correct procedure has been adhered to and a date for the implantation will be given. Failure to remove objection would result in involvement of The Reporter from the Scottish Government.

Outcome

To request clarity on any proposed changes to the kerb lines associated with the TRO.

Dunoon Pier

Pier Rd Dunoon TRO - 10 objections received at least are going to be upheld, this may be forwarded to an independent reporter.

Queen Hall TRO - objections received, these will require to be reviewed and removed if possible otherwise the TRO may have to be passed to an independent reporter.

Outcome

The Forum requested clarification on what constitutes as Pier Road in relation to the TRO.

Dunoon Pier

Kevin McIntosh informed the Group that Objections to the proposed Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) at Dunoon Pier were still being processed by officers.

It was noted that plans for the mustering area to be formalised into a car park can’t be progressed until the TRO is in place and there is more clarity around the future plans for the passenger ferry service.

Dunoon Pier, Rest & Be Thankful and Royal Crescent

Dunoon Pier

The TRO is progressing and the Roads department are currently dealing with any objections that have been lodged.  If they are unable to resolve the issues this will end up being subject of a hearing.

Rest and Be Thankful

The TRO for this is now complete.

Royal Crescent

This area is being monitored by Wardens but nothing further will be progressed until a change in legislation regarding parking on footways is passed.