Have a say on A629
DEADLINE NEARS FOR VIEWS ON £30 MILLION SCHEME TO COMPLETE MAJOR ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMME
TIME is running out for people to have their say on plans for a £30million scheme to improve walking, cycling and bus travel and reduce journey times between Huddersfield and Halifax.
Engagement events have been taking place in Huddersfield, Elland and Halifax, where designs have been on display for the scheme – the final project in the £120m A629 improvement programme.
People who missed the drop-in events still have the chance to have their say, with plans now on display at Halifax Central Library until Thursday, March 21.
Detailed proposals can also be viewed online at www.yourvoice. westyorks-ca.gov.uk/a629_phase4 where there is also a feedback survey to fill out. The deadline for responses is Sunday, March 31.
The scheme is being jointly delivered by Calderdale and Kirklees councils and focuses on improvements in Halifax, Elland, West Vale, Ainley Top, Edgerton and Huddersfield.
Each of these sections has detailed plans showing the proposed changes, which include creating and improving cycling/walking routes, with approximately 20km of new and improved routes proposed.
Feedback from the events and survey responses will be collated and will help shape more detailed plans for the scheme.
Clr Peter McBride, Kirklees Council’s Cabinet Member for Economy, said: “These works are an essential part of improving traffic flow and lowering commuting times between Calderdale and Kirklees, and so helping our communities to thrive and the local economy to grow.”
“We know how highly residents value good-quality roads and travel and as a council it is a real priority for us to get these basic services absolutely right. So we’re pleased so many people took the time to view the exciting plans and share their thoughts with us. If you didn’t get the chance to attend the recent drop-in events, there’s still an opportunity to have your say online.”