Review of speed limits in Whakamaru

MEDIA RELEASE

30 September 2009

Public consultation will be sought to reduce the speed on sections of road in Whakamaru from 100km per hour to 70km per hour.
 

The proposed amendment to the Speed Limit Bylaw comes after concerns were raised by the ratepayer and residents association in Whakamaru.  Council officers have investigated the situation and it will now be consulting with the community.

The ratepayer and residents association in Whakamaru have requested to have the speed limit lowered on some roads in the area to improve road safety, particularly as the road passes a school.  The roads concerned are Pokuru Road North from SH30 to Kaahu Road, and on Kaahu Road itself from Pokuru Road North to 200metres south of the school entrance.

Both the NZ Police and NZTA are in support of the speed limit changes. The Council seeks feedback from the public on the proposed change.

Councillor Ailsa Gathergood said that anyone living in the area that will be affected by the change should have their say by making a submission. 

Submissions close 5pm, Monday 2 November, and can be made on the Taupo District Council website here.

View a map showing the roads proposed for speed limit change in pink

Contact:
Ted Anderson
Group Manager Infrastructure Services
Taupo District Council
ph 07 376 0826