Coventry City Centre Public Realm Phase 2 - Update Report PDF 1 ...

6.2 How is risk being managed?
A clear set of governance proposals, as outlined in the October 9 th report, will continue to
be used which will ensure that as with Phase 1, risks are effectively managed. The
programme board will, as before, be chaired by the Assistant Director, Planning Transport
and Highways. As with Phase 1 the Programme Manager will maintain a Risk Log which
will be regularly updated. The work on Phase 1 and development work on Phase 2 has
helped to improve our understanding of the risks.
6.3 What is the impact on the organisation?
The reduction in expenditure on the Integrated Transport Block means that there continues
to be sufficient resource to work on Phase 2. The DLO will be working to capacity which
will improve its trading account.
6.4 Equalities / EIA
The proposals will make movement around the city centre easier for everyone. This is
because of the removal of unnecessary street furniture and measures to reduce the
dominance of vehicular traffic. However, access by car for those that need it will be
maintained. Discussions with the Access Groups and representative organizations are
underway to ensure that the design of Broadgate and other areas properly reflects access
needs. There have been regularly meetings with the Access Development Group and the
Coventry and Warwickshire Access Committee to review the impact of Phase 1 schemes
and to consider the design of Phase 2. In particular, we have been working closely with the
Guide Dogs Association.
6.5 Implications for partner organisations?
The proposals in this report will further enhance the walking and cycling environment within
the city centre, thus encouraging the use of more sustainable forms of transport. Similarly,
the improvements to the bus stops in Trinity St will help promote bus use. Overall the
proposals aim to help stimulate investment in the city centre thus encouraging employment
and retail to be located in the most sustainable and accessible location in the city.
6.6 Implications for partner organisations.
A vibrant city centre is essential for the good of all organisations within the City.
Report author(s):
Name and job title:
Colin Knight, Assistant Director, Planning Transport and Highways
Directorate: City Services and Development
Tel and email contact: 024 7683 4001
Enquiries should be directed to the above person.