T2 FOLLOW UP

In the April issue of LETTERBOX, we raised concerns about the T2 bus lane between Kamo and the CBD, following criticism from businesses affected by the changes. We asked Brad Flower, Chairman of the Whangārei District Council (WDC) Infrastructure Committee, for an update on the project. Here is his response:

“In relation to the T2 lane Query. We have requested a review of the T2 lane to look at:

·         What was the original purpose and what the measurable benefits would be.

o   Have the benefits been measured?

o   What were the results?

·         If the T2 lane is a success – can it be proved?

·         If the T2 lane is not a success – why isn’t it?

·         Are there any proposed changes to be made?

o   If so, what are they?

o   What additional measurable benefit would there be?

o   What would the cost be?

·         What are the project costs to date?

I am anticipating the review will be ready to present to the September or October Infrastructure meeting.”

One wonders why it should take five or six months to answer such obvious questions, and how many staff and consultants are needed to do so. We suggest the report could be expressed in a single sentence: “It was a dumb idea and should be reversed immediately”.

References

T2 Madness HERE >>>