The Werneth Area Committee considered various items, including traffic regulation orders, ward flexibility funding, Remembrance Day wreath laying appointments, an appointment to the Barrack Hill Trust, and a review of polling districts.

Traffic Regulation Orders for Woodley Primary School

The Werneth Area Committee considered the implementation of traffic regulation orders (TROs) around Woodley Primary School. The proposed measures include No Waiting at Any Time restrictions on various roads, including Clough Meadow, Savernake Road, and Sherwood Road, as well as No Waiting & No Loading restrictions during school drop-off and pick-up times. These measures are intended to improve traffic flow and safety for pupils, parents, and carers, and to ensure clearer visibility at junctions. Concerns were raised by some residents that the restrictions would displace parking to busier main roads like Pennine Road, potentially creating a more dangerous situation. Officers noted that the restrictions were focused on specific areas outside school entrances and that alternative parking could be found further from the school. The committee was recommended to proceed with the TROs as originally advertised, funded by the Road Safety Around Schools programme.

Objections to Romiley Active Travel Scheme

The committee also considered the introduction of traffic regulation orders connected to the Active Travel Fund Tranche 4 (ATF4) Romiley project. Objections were raised by residents concerning a Toucan Crossing on Compstall Road, the prohibition of driving on Green Lane, and restrictions on Central Drive. Regarding the Toucan Crossing, concerns about noise were addressed by stating that the audible signal would not operate overnight, with timings to be set during detailed design. For the prohibition of driving on Green Lane, the council stated the aim was to encourage active travel and that the closure to motor vehicles would direct traffic to more suitable main routes. Objections regarding traffic displacement onto Leyfield Avenue and Barlow Fold from the Central Drive restrictions were also considered, with the council indicating that the impact was expected to be minimal and that signage would be erected. The committee was recommended that the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services approve the scheme as originally advertised.

Ward Flexibility Funding Applications

The committee considered two applications for Ward Flexibility Funding. Social Events Activity (SEA) applied for £70.16 towards the cost of organising a Christmas dinner for vulnerable and isolated people. Lips Inked Arts CIC applied for £400 to support music therapy sessions for individuals affected by pregnancy or infant loss.

Remembrance Day Wreath Laying Appointments

The committee considered appointments for laying wreaths at Remembrance Day services. Councillor Angie Clark was nominated to lay a wreath at the Bredbury War Memorial, and Councillor Rachel Bresnahan was nominated to lay a wreath at the Romiley War Memorial on Sunday, 10 November 2024.

Appointment to Barrack Hill Trust

The committee considered an appointment to represent the council on the Barrack Hill Trust for the 2024/2025 period. Councillor Sue Thorpe was nominated for this role.

Review of Polling Districts, Places, and Stations

The committee considered a report on the review of polling districts, polling places, and polling stations. The report sought the committee's views on proposed arrangements to inform the 2024 Polling District Review. The committee was recommended to give its views on the proposed polling arrangements, which included minor amendments and rationalisation of existing polling districts. The Acting Returning Officer's comments indicated that all proposed polling places have disabled access and that the review considered the need for reasonable facilities for all voters.