Shoalhaven Traffic Committee
Meeting Date: Tuesday, 14 March, 2023
Location: Manyana Meeting Room, City Administrative Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra
Time: 9:30 am
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Agenda
1. Apologies
2. Confirmation of Minutes
· Shoalhaven Traffic Committee - 14 February 2023..................................................... 1
3. Business Arising from Previous Minutes
4. Reports of the Convenor
TC23.10...... Parking Restrictions - Bolong Road - Coolangatta (PN 3742)...................... 7
TC23.11...... Lifting of Bridge Load Limit Restrictions - Shoalhaven Local Government Area (PN 3744)............................................................................................................. 10
TC23.12...... Traffic Facilities - Prince Alfred Street - Albert Street - Berry (PN 3746).... 11
TC23.13...... Proposed Bus Restrictions - Booderee Avenue - Hyams Beach (PN 3747) 14
TC23.14...... Proposed Temporary Traffic Control Measures - Anzac Day March 2023 - Princes Highway - Milton (PN 3748)......................................................................... 18
TC23.15...... Proposed Bridge Load Limit - Swan Lake Bridge - The Springs Road - Cudmirrah (PN 3749)............................................................................................................. 22
Note: The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 11 April 2023.
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Membership
Mr David Pieresko – Convenor
Clr Patricia White
Clr Matthew Norris
Ms Nicole Brodie
Sergeant Kelly Thomas
Ms Shelley Hancock MP (or representative)
Mr Stuart Coughlan
The Shoalhaven Traffic Committee is a technical review committee, not a committee of Council under the Local Government Act 1993. Transport for NSW (TfNSW) has delegated certain powers to Council under the Transport Administration Act 1988 (Section 50). A condition of this delegation is that Council must take into account the Traffic Committee recommendations.
There are four formal members of the Traffic Committee, each of whom has a single vote only. The members are representatives from:
If TfNSW or NSW Police Force disagrees with any Traffic Committee recommendation, or Council’s resolution (on any Traffic Committee recommendation), they may lodge an appeal with the Regional Traffic Committee for determination. The appeal must be lodged in writing within 14 days of the date of notification in writing. Any action relative to any issue under appeal must cease until the matter is determined. The Regional Traffic Committee is chaired by an independent chairperson and submissions and representations are welcomed from all interested parties.
Council cannot amend a Traffic Committee recommendation. The Council can only: adopt the Traffic Committee recommendation; not adopt the Traffic Committee recommendation, or request the Traffic Committee reconsider the issue.
The full guide to the delegation to Council’s for the regulation of traffic can be viewed at TfNSW Website
Minutes of the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee
Meeting Date: Tuesday, 14 February 2023
Location: Manyana Meeting Room, City Administrative Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra
Time: 9:30 am
The following members were present:
Convenor David Pieresko - Senior Civil Engineer
Clr Patricia White
Ms Nicole Brodie – TfNSW
Mr Ankit Bhangale – TfNSW (Remotely)
Mr Stuart Coughlan (Representing Mr Gareth Ward MP)
Sgt Simon Pugh – NSW Police
Mr Adam Carney (Representing the Hon Shelley Hancock MP) (Remotely)
Others present:
Ms Simone King – Premier Motor Services (Remotely)
Mr Michaiah Tipton – Manager Design Services
Mr Ryleigh Bowman - Civil Engineer (Remotely)
Ms Melinda Grobbe – Road Safety Officer
Mr Dan Farrugia (Presenter)
Apologies / Leave of Absence |
An apology was received from Craig Exton - Manager - Technical Services
Confirmation of the Minutes |
RESOLVED (By consent) That the Minutes of the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee held on Tuesday 13 December 2022 be confirmed. CARRIED |
Business Arising from Previous Minutes |
Nil
Reports of the Convenor
TC22.41 Proposed Centreline Modifications - Bawley Point Road - Bawley Point (PN 3723) |
HPERM Ref: D22/459258 |
Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority) That: 1. This report be received for information. 2. The Committee note that, based on discussions with the Southern District Engineer and Transport for NSW, it has been decided to not proceed with the proposed centreline modifications. Additional W2-206 ‘CAUTION DRIVEWAYS’ warning signage on both approaches along Bawley Point Road will be considered to enhance driver awareness and improve road safety at this location. |
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RESOLVED (By consent) That: 1. This report be received for information. 2. The Committee note that, based on discussions with the Southern District Engineer and Transport for NSW, it has been decided to not proceed with the proposed centreline modifications. Additional W2-206 ‘CAUTION DRIVEWAYS’ warning signage on both approaches along Bawley Point Road will be considered to enhance driver awareness and improve road safety at this location. CARRIED Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services – 20 February 2023 |
TC23.1 Bus Zone / Parking Restrictions - Moss Vale Road - Kangaroo Valley (PN 3732) |
HPERM Ref: D23/31575 |
Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority) That: 1. TfNSW be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed parking restrictions at Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley as per Plan No. D23/31582; 2. The recommendation be noted by the Director City Services. |
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RESOLVED (By consent) That: 1. TfNSW be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed parking restrictions at Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley as per Plan No. D23/31582; 2. The recommendation be noted by the Director City Services. CARRIED Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services – 20 February 2023 |
TC23.2 Signage, Linemarking and Traffic Control Facilities Plans - Lot 3 DP 851823 - 104 Taylors Lane, Cambewarra - MVRS URA Stage 2 - Sub-Stage 1A (PN 3733) |
HPERM Ref: D23/38716 |
Ms Nicole Brodie – TfNSW – noted that the stop sign on the right side of road 21 (R5-40 [R]) in the diagram (D23/38731) should be rotated to point in the correct direction for clarity. How signs are displayed should be consistent throughout the Plans. |
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Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed signage, linemarking and traffic control facilities associated with the development at Lot 3 DP 851823 – 104 Taylors Lane, Cambewarra (per development consent condition(s) 39 & 40), as per Plan No. D23/38731. 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411 |
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RESOLVED (By consent) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed signage, linemarking and traffic control facilities associated with the development at Lot 3 DP 851823 – 104 Taylors Lane, Cambewarra (per development consent condition(s) 39 & 40), as per Plan No. D23/38731. 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411 CARRIED Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services – 20 February 2023 |
TC23.3 Signage, Linemarking and Traffic Control Facilities Plans - Lot 3 DP 851823 - 104 Taylors Lane, Cambewarra - MVRS URA Stage 2 - Sub-Stage 1B (PN 3734) |
HPERM Ref: D23/38814 |
Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed signage, linemarking and traffic control facilities associated with the development at Lot 3 DP 851823 – 104 Taylors Lane, Cambewarra (per development consent condition(s) 39 & 40), as per Plan No. D23/38818. 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411 |
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RESOLVED (By consent) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed signage, linemarking and traffic control facilities associated with the development at Lot 3 DP 851823 – 104 Taylors Lane, Cambewarra (per development consent condition(s) 39 & 40), as per Plan No. D23/38818. 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411 CARRIED Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services – 20 February 2023 |
TC23.4 Signage, Linemarking and Traffic Control Facilities Plans - Lot 6 DP 1256748 - 126 Taylors Lane, Cambewarra - MVRS URA Stage 4 (PN 3735) |
HPERM Ref: D23/39374 |
Ms Nicole Brodie – TfNSW – noted regarding the diagram (D23/39388), that on the southern side of Road 12, on approach to the raised hump, that there is no ‘No Stopping’ signage. Although it is not required by Standards, it is recommended. |
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Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed signage, linemarking and traffic control facilities associated with the development at Lot 6 DP 1256748 – 126 Taylors Lane, Cambewarra (per development consent condition(s) 42 & 44), as per Plan No. D23/39388. 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411 |
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RESOLVED (By consent) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed signage, linemarking and traffic control facilities associated with the development at Lot 6 DP 1256748 – 126 Taylors Lane, Cambewarra (per development consent condition(s) 42 & 44), as per Plan No. D23/39388. 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411 CARRIED Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services – 20 February 2023 |
TC23.5 Proposed Parking Signage Modifications - Princes Highway - Milton (PN 3737) |
HPERM Ref: D23/40070 |
Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed removal of the redundant ‘Mail Zone’ signage and replacement with equivalent time restricted parking signage on the Princes Highway, Milton as per Plan No. D23/40154 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411 |
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RESOLVED (By consent) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed removal of the redundant ‘Mail Zone’ signage and replacement with equivalent time restricted parking signage on the Princes Highway, Milton as per Plan No. D23/40154 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411 CARRIED Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services – 20 February 2023 |
TC23.6 Proposed Relocation of Parking Spaces - Camden Street - Ulladulla (PN 3738) |
HPERM Ref: D23/40196 |
Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed signage and linemarking modifications to Camden Street, Ulladulla as per Plan No D23/40547. 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411. |
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RESOLVED (By consent) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed signage and linemarking modifications to Camden Street, Ulladulla as per Plan No D23/40547. 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411. CARRIED Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services – 20 February 2023 |
TC23.7 Proposed Intersection Improvements - McArthur Drive & Jervis Bay Road - Falls Creek (PN 3739) |
HPERM Ref: D23/40742 |
Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed intersection improvements at McArthur Drive and Jervis Bay Road, Falls Creek, as per Plan No D23/41158. 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411. |
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RESOLVED (By consent) That: 1. The Chief Executive Officer (Director City Services) be advised that the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee has no objection to the proposed intersection improvements at McArthur Drive and Jervis Bay Road, Falls Creek, as per Plan No D23/41158. 2. The recommendation be approved by the Director City Services under delegated authority from Shoalhaven City Council - refer MIN21.411. CARRIED Note: This Recommendation was approved by the Director City Services – 20 February 2023 |
GENERAL BUSINESS
TC23.8 TfNSW - Nowra Bridge Project - Traffic Switch |
HPERM Ref: D23/44781 |
Mr Dan Farrugia, member from the Nowra Bridge Project Team, addressed the Committee regarding an up-coming traffic switch on the Nowra Bridge. The information presented can be found on the Transport for NSW website, via the following link: Nowra Bridge Project |
TC23.9 Additional Item - Traffic Congestion - Cambewarra Rd |
On behalf of Clr John Wells, Clr Patricia White raised a safety concern regarding traffic on Cambewarra Rd, around the Bomaderry Indoor Sports Centre and High school. Clr White explained that in the afternoon’s there has been major traffic congestion due to conflicting traffic between buses using the Sports Centre to turnaround, parents picking up their children, and children crossing the road to the Sports Centre. Ms Simone King advised that she would get in contact with Kennedy’s Bus Service to discuss the issue and contact David Pieresko - Senior Civil Engineer – following the discussion. |
There being no further business, the meeting concluded, the time being 10:19am .
David Pieresko
CONVENOR
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TC23.10 Parking Restrictions - Bolong Road - Coolangatta (PN 3742)
HPERM Ref: D23/55898
Convenor: David Pieresko
Attachments: 1. PN 3742 Plans ⇩
Background:
Shoalhaven City Council has received concerns regarding limited sight distance and vehicle safety along Bolong Road in Coolangatta.
Council staff have investigated the issue, taking note of existing signage, current parking restrictions and road conditions. A desktop sight distance assessment was conducted, based on this it was determined that there are inadequate levels of sight distance to vehicles approaching in an eastbound direction around the curve in the roadway.
Due to the issues of limited sight distance along this section of road, Council is proposing to extend the existing parking restrictions along this section of Bolong Road to improve safety.
Details of Submission:
The extent of this proposal would involve installing additional “No Stopping” restrictions along the frontage of 1162 Bolong Road, extending the existing parking restrictions by approximately 50 metres.
Consultation:
Council conducted consultation with affected residents in January to February 2023 to discuss the proposal. To date, Council has received three submissions supporting the proposal.
Risk Implications:
This proposal will provide a safer environment for all road users along Bolong Road, removing the potential hazard of vehicles manoeuvring into and out of parking along the road verge.
Financial Implications:
The linemarking and signage for this proposal would be funded by Transport for NSW’s Block Grant Funding allocated to Council for new signage and linemarking.
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TC23.11 Lifting of Bridge Load Limit Restrictions - Shoalhaven Local Government Area (PN 3744)
HPERM Ref: D23/67761
Convenor: David Pieresko
Background:
The structural integrity of the following bridges across the Shoalhaven LGA had been assessed, as a result the following bridges were load limited to ensure public safety and asset protection.
· Crookhaven River (Archgate) Bridge – Culburra Road, Pyree
· Petty’s Bridge – Croobyar Road, Croobyar
· Bengalee Creek Bridge - Koloona Drive, Bangalee
· Henry’s Bridge – Main Road, Cambewarra
· Chisholms Creek Bridge – Bundewallah Road, Bundewallah
· Crookhaven Creek Bridge – Mayfield Road, Pyree
The weight restrictions were previously reported to the Shoalhaven Traffic Committee, for information, TC17.42; TC17.37; TC19.70.
These bridges have now been replaced with structures designed to SM1600 and are now suitable to carry General Access Vehicles, as such the temporary load limits and associated signage will be removed.
Consultation:
No consultation with the public has been undertaken.
Risk Implications:
The risk in removing the load limit is minimal as the newly constructed bridges have been designed to accommodate the required loads.
Financial Implications:
The removal of the existing signs will be funded through the district’s maintenance budgets.
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TC23.12 Traffic Facilities - Prince Alfred Street - Albert Street - Berry (PN 3746)
HPERM Ref: D23/68948
Convenor: David Pieresko
Attachments: 1. PN 3746 Plan ⇩
Background:
Shoalhaven City Council has received concerns regarding road safety on Prince Alfred Street in Berry.
Council staff have investigated the issue, taking note of existing signage, current and proposed parking restrictions and the road conditions.
Due to the issue of motorists turning into this one-way section of Prince Alfred Street against the flow of traffic, Council is proposing the installation of traffic islands at the intersection of Prince Alfred and Albert Streets. The proposed treatment will prevent vehicles from entering this one-way street from the wrong direction. Linemarking and signage is also proposed to reinforce the existing traffic and parking arrangements.
Details of Submission:
The extent of this proposal would involve the installation of two (2) concrete traffic islands at the intersection of Prince Alfred Street and Albert Street outside Muir House, with the option of the installation of “No Left / Right Turn” signage on the approaches on Albert Street.
Consultation:
Council commenced consultation with affected residents, businesses, stakeholders and the Berry Forum in February 2023 to discuss the proposal. To date, Council has received four submissions. Three submissions were in favour of the improvements, with one of those in favour also believing that a ‘Hold Line’ and ‘No Entry’ linemarking would also provide a sufficient treatment. Another submission was received requesting further information regarding the background to this proposal, but was neither for nor against it.
Risk Implications:
The proposal will provide a safer environment for all road users along this one-way section of Prince Alfred Street, removing the potential hazard of vehicles travelling against the flow of traffic.
Financial Implications:
The linemarking and signage for this proposal would be funding by Transport for NSW’s Block Grant allocated to Council for new signage and linemarking, the construction of the traffic islands to be funded through Council’s General Fund.
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TC23.13 Proposed Bus Restrictions - Booderee Avenue - Hyams Beach (PN 3747)
HPERM Ref: D23/80886
Convenor: David Pieresko
Attachments: 1. PN 3747 Plans ⇩
Background:
Shoalhaven City Council has received concerns regarding oversized buses accessing Hyams Beach through Booderee Avenue and congesting local streets. Council staff have recently inspected this location, taking note of the existing condition and signage along the road.
From these investigations, Council is considering the installation of bus restrictions at this location.
Details of Submission:
The extent of this proposal would be to prohibit buses above 6 tonnes of gross vehicle mass (GVM) from utilising Booderee Avenue and accessing Hyams Beach village. Regulatory signage would be installed at this intersection to demonstrate the restrictions, with additional guide signs on both approaches along Naval College Road to raise awareness of the restrictions. In addition to this, further guide signage is proposed on Naval College Road south of the intersection with The Wool Road, indicating the bus restrictions along Booderee Avenue. These additional signs would reinforce the upcoming restrictions and would grant overweight buses the opportunity to turn around prior to the intersection with Booderee Avenue.
To ensure that routine public bus services and school buses can access the Hyams Beach community, Council will be able to provide a letter of exemption to affected public bus services and school buses bus companies where requested.
Consultation:
Council commenced consultation with local bus companies to discuss the proposal. To date, Council has received no objections to the proposal. This proposal has been requested and discussed with community members of Hyams Beach.
Risk Implications:
The impact of this proposal will ensure that oversized tourist buses are restricted from accessing Hyams Beach and reduce the potential for congestion along the local streets. However, whilst this proposal contains regulatory signage that can be enforced, it does not physically prevent overweight buses from using Booderee Avenue if they wish to contravene the signposted restrictions and risk being in breach of the NSW Road Rules.
Financial Implications:
This proposal would be funded by Transport for NSW’s Block Grant Funding allocated to Council for new signage and linemarking.
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TC23.14 Proposed Temporary Traffic Control Measures - Anzac Day March 2023 - Princes Highway - Milton (PN 3748)
HPERM Ref: D23/81116
Convenor: David Pieresko
Attachments: 1. PN 3748 Plans - TGS to be endorsed ⇩
2. PN 3748 Plans - Previous TCP (not to be endorsed)
Background:
Council has received requests for various ANZAC Day marches to be held through the Shoalhaven region, including the proposed services at Milton.
However, concerns received by Transport for NSW indicated that the previous year’s event had failed to fully administer the full traffic guidance scheme (TGS) endorsed by Council. These failures led to confusion amongst the traffic coordinators / NSW Police onsite and caused instances of congestion due to the high volumes of traffic experienced during this time.
A copy of the proposed TGS has been submitted to the Traffic Committee for review and endorsement.
Details of Submission:
The proposed TGS (Attachment 1) has been updated from the previously endorsed traffic control plans (Attachment 2), bringing the technical references and layout of traffic control measures to current specifications. Similar to previous iterations of the Milton Anzac Day march, the proposed temporary road closures and traffic control measures will be in place between 10:30am to 11:30am on Tuesday, 25 April 2023.
Consultation:
Council will coordinate with the event organisers to provide them with the endorsed TGS for implementation on the day.
Risk Implications:
Updating the TGS to a newer easier to interpret format will increase the likelihood that the TGS is implemented correctly and reduce the risk of confusion amongst the traffic controllers present onsite.
Financial Implications:
The temporary traffic control measures onsite will be implemented by the event organisers.
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TC23.15 Proposed Bridge Load Limit - Swan Lake Bridge - The Springs Road - Cudmirrah (PN 3749)
HPERM Ref: D23/86688
Convenor: David Pieresko
Attachments: 1. PN 3749 Plans ⇩
Background:
Shoalhaven City Council has received concerns regarding the existing condition of the Swan Lake Bridge, along the Springs Road, Cudmirrah.
To protect the bridge from further damage, Council is required to install load limits for each axel group, as per below:
· Single Axel – 8 tonne
· Tandem Axel – 16 tonne
· Tri-Axel – 16 tonne
Details of Submission:
The extent of this proposal would be to install guide signage advising on the upcoming load limits at the northern extent of the Springs Road, capturing vehicles travelling southbound from Sussex Inlet Road. These proposed signs include:
· A modified G9-38 sign “Load Limit on Swan Lake Beach – 4km Ahead”,
· A modified G9-4(L) sign indicating the load limits per axel group and the upcoming detour via Thomson Street, and
· A G9-5-2(L) sign at the intersection of the Springs Road and Thomson Street.
These signs will assist in raising awareness of the upcoming load limits on the Swan Lake Bridge and would grant overweight vehicles the opportunity to use the detour route to avoid the restrictions.
At the Swan Lake Bridge, it is proposed to install R6-17 signs on both approaches, in accordance with AS1742.2 - s4.5.6.1(d).
Consultation:
Council has not consulted on this proposal. To protect the bridge from further damage and ensure the safety of those using it, Council is installing these measures (in accordance with s115 of the Roads Act 1993 (NSW)).
Risk Implications:
The impact of this proposal will ensure that oversized vehicles are restricted from using the Swan Lake Bridge and are provided with adequate opportunity to use the proposed detour.
Financial Implications:
This proposal will be funded by Council.