en.Wedoany.com Reported - Cambridgeshire County Council is inviting residents to participate in an initiative aimed at shaping the future appearance and function of Mill Road.

The council has commissioned design firm 5th Studio to gather community input on improvements for this busy city thoroughfare through a series of activities and consultations. Options under consideration include adding seating areas, improving pedestrian crossings, adjusting parking arrangements, increasing trees and greenery, upgrading lighting systems, and providing better facilities for businesses that need to receive goods.

Alex Beckett, Liberal Democrat chair of the council's Highways and Transport Committee, said that if there is a desire for change, the council wants to understand the extent and type of change. Beckett noted that Mill Road is much loved, and if all parties come together now, there is a real opportunity to create something amazing for the entire community.

Public open days are scheduled for late June and July, where residents can share their views and discuss possible improvements at local venues and on Mill Road itself. The council has secured funding for some early projects, including £11,000 for additional planters and investment in some road resurfacing works. Officials noted that existing funds can support smaller-scale short-term improvements arising from the consultation process, while larger projects will require further public engagement and additional funding approval.

The open days are scheduled as follows: June 30 (12:00 PM to 3:00 PM) and July 16 (4:30 PM to 7:30 PM) at St Philip’s Church; July 4 (10:30 AM to 5:00 PM) at The Old School Hall (St Barnabas Centre); and July 22 (4:30 PM to 7:30 PM) at Mill Road Community Centre. In addition to public events, 5th Studio will host workshops for local businesses, community organizations, and other stakeholders, as well as guided walks along different sections of the road to explore future improvement opportunities.

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