A number of local residents have expressed fears that children may be able to run in the path of the newly proposed relocation of Douglas horse trams. IOM today cover the story and show us the plans where the new track will run. What do you think, will the kerb be enough to stop children running in the path of the trams?
Lines have been painted at a number of locations on Douglas promenade walkway to help people see where the horse tram tracks may run, if plans proposed by the Department of Infrastructure are approved.
A government statement said: ‘Minor amendments are being considered to the original plans in order to provide more space on the walkway for leisure users. This partly involves narrowing the footpath on the seaward side of the highway to allow the tram tracks to be repositioned.
‘The modification will provide an additional one metre width to the walkway on Central and Queen’s promenades.
‘The design for the refurbishment of Douglas Promenade reflects the aspirations of the Central Douglas Masterplan and aims to create a sense of place where people want to spend time and where businesses want to invest. Investment is also needed to reconstruct the failing highway, footways and drainage.’
The scheme must obtain planning approval and the support of Tynwald.
Infrastructure Minister Phil Gawne MHK said: ‘While the general response to the promenade scheme has been extremely positive, we have taken time to listen to people’s comments and concerns. In response to representation from a Facebook campaign group, we are exploring the possibility of modifying the layout to create even more space for people who use the walkway for walking, jogging and cycling.’
‘A lot of attention has focused on the position of the horse tram tracks, but we must not lose sight of the other crucial aspects of this scheme. Rebuilding this failing infrastructure provides an opportunity to support the cultural, creative and economic needs of the island’s capital for next 100 years.
‘I believe we need to capture some of the bold innovation and vision demonstrated by the men and women who decided to build the first Douglas Promenade.’
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