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Cyclescape

alexoldman — Tue, 13 May 2014 20:24:03 +0000

Did you know that this group uses the Cyclescape platform to log and track issues using map technology?

This gives us a place for discussion and exchange of ideas, so that we can identify where best to improve the experience of cycling in Ipswich.

Visit http://cycleipswich.cyclescape.org/ to register and find out more.

Launch of Cyclescape

alexoldman — Mon, 02 Dec 2013 21:42:36 +0000

Following a meeting this evening, the attendees agreed to use the CycleScape website http://cycleipswich.cyclescape.org/ to log, track and debate localised issues. You should sign up and flag up areas that are of concern to you for local safety or cycle infrastructure issues. We will use this information to formulate our campaign plan for 2014.

We are “claiming” locations up to 10 miles from Ipswich town centre.

Proof that FixMyStreet.com works

alexoldman — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:18:15 +0000

If ever proof was needed of the effectiveness the Tim Steinberg’s MySociety experiment, it will be in my recent experiences of the FixMyStreet.com website.

Following discussion with Des P, we agreed that something needed to be done with the kerb at the top of St Nicholas Street.

So on June 28th, I logged onto www.fixmystreet.com and reported the fault. You can submit a problem anonymously. You are encouraged to post a photo, which obviously would help enginers asses the problem remotely – saving time and money.

Before

3 days later – survey evidence!

After

Response

Just three days later, the site had been surveyed, as evidenced by the spray paint.

The fix

Now, just two weeks later, we’ve got a tarmac ramp, over the kerb. It doesn’t look like a long term fix, but it has already vastly improved the ride at that junction. What I impressed by is the convenience, anonymity and response that this site offers. Hats off to Ipswich highways for monitoring and responding to the alerts. Hopefully we can have a proper party when a more permanent fix is put in place.

Conclusion

What a great website! To report a fault in your street – road surface, signage, lighting, visit www.fixmystreet.com