Decision details

Approval to provide funding for the preparation costs for this joint project with West of England

(1) To APPROVE the capital expenditure of £124,000 in 2013/14 as this authority’s contribution to the preparation costs for this financial year for the rail improvements promoted by the West of England Metro West Rail Project (subsequent contributions will be subject to further approvals);

(2) To DELEGATE authority to the Divisional Director for Planning & Transport Development in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport to finalise the Joint Working Agreement to cover this project; and

(3) To DELEGATE authority to the Divisional Director for Legal and Democratic Services to enter into the Joint Working Agreement on behalf of the Council.

The development of improved rail services is key to the delivery of the Council’s Core Strategy to 2029 and the support of the jobs growth in both Keynsham and particularly Bath.  The project will also reduce the dependence on private car use and support the reduction in the provision of off street parking.

None.