Haringey (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Haringey residents can help shape two new council strategies to transform kerbsides, improving accessibility, parking, and community-friendly spaces.
This week, a consultation was started to find out how these important areas could be enhanced to better serve the community as a whole.
Even while parking takes up a significant amount of the borough’s kerbsides, less than 50% of Haringey households own a car, and more than 70% of trips are undertaken by foot, bicycle, or public transportation.
Cllr Mike Hakata, Cabinet Member for Climate Action, Environment and Transport, said:
“We are reimagining our streets so we can shape a fairer, greener borough for everyone.
This is about creating streets that work for our whole community. Whether you would like more EV charging points, trees, easier parking or places to sit, cycle or meet friends, we want to hear from you.
Your views will help ensure any changes balance the needs of the community fairly and make our streets more accessible, inclusive and welcoming for all.”
The council’s kerbside strategy and electric vehicle (EV) strategy, which balance various demands for people who walk, wheel, cycle, or drive, will be developed based on feedback.
The council’s infrastructure priorities will be guided by the EV Strategy, which will also make sure that the infrastructure satisfies the demands of the local population and makes EV use accessible and feasible while also enhancing everyone’s air quality.
To address the major issues facing the borough, the engagement exercise aims to harness the strengths, knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm of the local population in accordance with the Haringey Deal. Aspects of the two initiatives were first discussed in March, and this second phase of consultation comes after that.
Through a questionnaire, users of the online platform can remark on a variety of topics and learn more about the initiatives.
In October, there will be pop-up sessions to answer inquiries and give you a chance to express your thoughts.
How will the strategy affect local businesses and deliveries?
Improved pedestrian areas, improved cycling lanes and safer streets can support footfall to local shops and markets. Increased the availability of EV charge points and delivery space could further enable more local and greener deliveries.
Street parklets and community hubs can also add vibrancy and place to attract visitors and shoppers, which supports local markets and small businesses. Road changes and restricted access to local streets may require businesses to make changes to their deliveries or the timing of their deliveries.
Reduced kerbside parking or loading zones may also reduce ease of deliveries for some businesses temporarily.
