Decision details

To seek Lead Member approval, following consultation with local members, of the list of transport schemes and associated expenditure included in the programme for design and/or delivery in 2023/24.

65.1     The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport.

DECISIONS

65.2     The Lead Member RESOLVED to:

(1) Agree the programme of local transport improvements for 2023/24 set out in Appendix 1 to the report; and

(2) Agree the allocation of County Council capital funding, development contributions and Local Growth Fund monies towards specific improvements identified in the 2023/24 programme.

REASONS

65.3     The draft capital 2023/24 programme of local transport improvements represents a balanced programme of improvements which will help deliver not only the objectives of the County Council’s current Local Transport Plan but also contribute to achieving the broader corporate objectives of reducing carbon emissions, supporting economic recovery and growth, and promoting health and wellbeing.

65.4     The allocated County Council funding for integrated transport, development contributions and Local Growth Fund monies for the Eastbourne South Wealden Walking & Cycling Package and the Hailsham – Polegate – Eastbourne Movement and Access Corridor will be allocated to the schemes identified in the programme of local transport improvements for 2023/24 as set out in Appendix 1 of the report.