Decision details

Consideration was given to a report of the Deputy Chief Executive, People and Place which sought approval of the 3 year Highways Improvement Programme as discussed ad agreed with Members during January 2019 based on good practice and ensuring best value for future investment.

The report also sought approval for all tender awards decisions, including those of a value of over £400,000 in the 3 year Highways Improvement Programme to be delegated to the Cabinet Member for Neighbourhood Services and the Deputy Chief Executive, People and Place to meet delivery timescales.

Members welcomed the report and the input from elected Members at District level.

It was noted that the list of programmed works would be published on the Council’s website ensuring it was clear to residents which highways were in scope for the 3 year programme.

Options/Alternatives considered

Option 1 – Members to agree:

·       The 3-Year Highways Improvement Programme, as appended to this report;

·       That all tender award decisions, including those with a value of over £400,000, in the Highways Improvement Programme be delegated to the Cabinet Member for Neighbourhood Services and the Deputy Chief Executive – People and Place;

·       That any underspend generated across the programme be used to deliver further schemes on the approved list in priority order (although lower priority schemes may be selected depending on available budget, value for money and type of treatment) without having to gain further approval.

Option 2 – Members do not agree the report recommendations.

 RESOLVED – That:

1.    The 3-Year Highways Improvement Programme, as appended to this report be approved.

2.    All tender award decisions, including those with a value of over £400,000, in the Highways Improvement Programme be delegated to the Cabinet Member for Neighbourhood Services and the Deputy Chief Executive – People and Place;

3.    Any underspend generated across the programme be used to deliver further schemes on the approved list in priority order (although lower priority schemes may be selected depending on available budget, value for money and type of treatment) without having to gain further approval.