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67What We DoSignificant Negative Effect Cultural Social Economic Environmental Our ResponseRoad and environment factorscan contribute to crashes,particularly those that involveloss of control.Increased traffic congestionon existing transport networkThe particular needs of cyclistsand pedestrians and theirconflicts with other formsof traffic.Speed restrictions imposed oninappropriate locations causingspeed limits to be ignored.If effect is not given to theLivestock Movement Bylaw2011 then existing crossingswill remain with resulting traffichazards and public nuisance.Economically, the cost of desiredinfrastructure improvementsmay exceed the community’sability to pay.Transport developmentmay impinge on culturallysignificant landsThe quality of surface runofffrom roads that dischargesinto adjacent coastal orother waters.• • • ••• •• • •• •• • •• • • •Dust nuisance • ••NZTA monitors and records throughthe Crash Analysis System (CAS) thepercentage of accidents caused by loss ofcontrol.Undertake crash reduction studies (CRS)Maximise funding for minor safety worksRoading contributions imposed underconsent conditions contribute to roadupgrading.Implement the recommendations of theWalking and Cycling Strategy.Speed limit surveys carried out andresulting recommendation in accordancewith Speed Limit NZ and TransportAgency rules.Monitor to ensure the appropriate andsafe crossing of cattle as per bylaw.Consult with the community on all costsand options for Levels of Service throughthe LTP processTrack and record all the consultationprocedures and results for each affectedMaaori/Iwi for all projects outside theexisting road reserve.Compliance with resource consents andthe council’s engineering standards andguidelines. Environmental controls.Track and record complaints and complywith resource consent conditions duringconstruction activitiesWhat you’ve said“When maintaining roads, please rememberpedestrians – safe pavements, adequate roadcrossings, dropped kerbs for mobility scooters.”