Recommendation Date
Recipient Name
Waikato DC
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They review the adequacy of the road and rail layout, the warning devices, the view lines, and the passive signs pertaining to the Bell Crossing Street level crossing, and reach agreement with transit New Zealand and NZRL over what practical steps could be taken to reduce the likelihood of accidents.
Reply Text
Council supports the Commission's recommendation. A Working Party has been set up involving representatives of the Huntly Community Board, Waikato District Council staff and Council representatives, New Zealand Rail and Transit New Zealand with a view to obtaining an acceptable solution to reduce or eliminate the likelihood of accidents at this level crossing. Council has also made immediate improvements to the road markings and signs, and has removed vegetation to improve view lines at the crossing.
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