Issue - meetings

Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services

The Committee gave consideration to a report providing an update on the Roads and Infrastructure Services operational capital and revenue matters in the Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands area. 

Discussion took place in respect of ongoing works on the A83, particularly the stretch between Kennacraig and Campbeltown; the additional funding secured through the Strategic Timber Transport Fund (STTF) and specifically the works being carried out on the B842; the winter gritting policy and the possibility of securing snow wardens in a similar programme to that of the Ayrshire Roads Alliance.  The Network Standards Manager agreed to provide information and clarity on the matters raised in due course. 

A number of long standing queries were raised by members, these included the flooding at Port Charlotte; signage issues at Skipness and the traffic management plan for Campbeltown.  Members agreed to liaise directly with Mr O’Neill in respect of these matters. 

Having noted that flooding at the Carrick Cemetery in Tarbert had hindered access, Mr O’Neill agreed to take this forward as a matter of urgency.  

Decision:

The Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee agreed to note the contents of the report. 

(Reference:  Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services, dated 4 September 2019, submitted.)