Nixon said speed management was about achieving safe and appropriate speeds to reflect the road’s function, design, safety and use.
“As a road controlling authority, we want everyone to be able to get home safely every time and to feel comfortable choosing from a range of travel options, be it driving, walking, biking or scootering.”
The council encouraged residents and road users to have their say on the speed on rural roads and in townships.
“The proposals to lower some speed limits across the district will have an impact on everybody, from our residents to our organisations and businesses.
“It’s vital that we get the balance right between safety and road user convenience, and I encourage everyone in South Taranaki to take part in the discussion.”
People can have their say via the council’s website www.southtaranaki.com or a hard-copy submission form is available at the council’s seven LibraryPlus centres and the Hāwera administration building.
Submissions close on October 29.