Elmbridge Cycling Strategy

28 Sep 2014

Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race. H G. Wells Cllr Margaret Hicks, who represents Hersham at Surrey and is also the chair of Surrey Elmbridge Local Committee, has been keen to develop strategies in a number of areas under her purview. This is all to the good in my opinion - it aids joined up thinking for one. Margaret has already begun on a parking strategy and now it is the turn for the committee to develop a joint Surrey/Elmbridge strategy for cycling in the borough. Vision An Elmbridge of physically, mentally and spiritually healthy people of all ages enjoying fresh air and a high quality of life. Mission To enable all the people of Elmbridge - who wish to do so - to cycle safely. Strategy

Utilitarian. We focus on a person’s ability to cycle from home to the key places that make their life work: their school or workplace, their station, their town centre. Therefore routes to these places are dealt with first.
Network based. We understand that the benefits are far greater if networks are created
Inclusive. We bring as many agencies, organisations and groups and people together to compound the benefits and spread the message.
Incremental. Although we have a clear and ambitious vision we know that many small steps made by many people eases the journey
Anticipatory. We take advantage of possible opportunities that might arise by anticipating requirements before they occur
Communicative. We engage with everyone and keep them informed
Sustainable. We strive to be socially and environmentally sustainable in everything that we do.