Signs installed 'by mistake'

Gosford Council has removed No Stopping signs that were installed "by mistake" in the lane adjoining Woy Woy South Public School, according to school principal Mr Terry Greedy.

Mr Greedy said the school was contacted by council's road and traffic committee member Mr Keith Dawson who said the signs were erected without council approval.

"They were not placed at the request of residents whose properties back onto the laneway," Mr Greedy said.

"They were removed as soon as the error was discovered.

"However, at the next meeting of the traffic committee in October, they will consider replacing the signs with a Kiss and Ride zone which operates in other schools.

"This will involve signs indicating No Parking between 8am and 4pm on school days.

"This will allow parents to pick up and drop students but not park for periods longer than two to three minutes.

"Council is aware of the dangerous situation which exists with cars double parking in the school mall and is concerned for the safety of our students.

"Rangers will continue to patrol the area to ensure regulations are adhered to."

Newsletter, 7 Sep 2010 Terry Greedy, Woy Woy South Public School