Synopsis
Accessibility to the commune of Tournai is an issue that requires local synergy in view of the various stakes involved: promoting the historical value and specific urban heritage of the town (medieval and 19th century layouts) in access modes, taking account of the communal territory in its entirety district by district, making an asset of the proximity of Lille, providing the inhabitants of Tournai with preferred access to the town centre, preserving the influence of Tournai on its surrounding area by ensuring access to industrial activities, etc.
In March 2001, Tournai introduced a PCM (Plan Communal de Mobilité - Communal Mobility Plan), which is an initiative from the Walloon Government. The objective of the PCM is to provide a balanced solution - in consultation with the local stakeholders - and take advantage of the various public events on mobility management to raise public awareness.
The results and findings of the PCM are presented in a practical way under the following themes: parking policy, regulation strategy, promotion of soft modes, public transport enhancement.
Auditing is the first stage of the PCM process, followed by the identification of objectives. The auditing phase is aimed at highlighting the sources of dysfunction as well as the strong points and potentials of the commune with regards to mobility and accessibility (mobility and movements of persons and goods in Tournai). The PCM sets out objectives concerning mobility and accessibility and integrates road safety and quality of life aspects.
The PCM is based on the field experience and expertise of privileged stakeholders and integrates the remarks made by the inhabitants during the public consultation process ("rencontres citoyennes") which took place in June 2001.
One of the strong point in favour of this process is the importance given to consultation with the various partners, associations and the inhabitants.
As a follow up to the local authority's commitment to improving accessibility, a leaflet aimed at raising public awareness of accessibility for mobility impaired persons (MIP) was published.
Target groups: disabled - shopkeepers - all citizens
Fields: / pedestrians - mobility advice & campaigns
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