Decision details

Transforming Cities Fund: Kirklees cycling and walking station access - Huddersfield (FBC+)

Decision Maker: Chief Executive

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: Yes

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

Approval for the scheme to progress through Decision Point 5 (Full Business Case plus Costs).

Decision:

To approve that:

 

·       The Transforming Cities Fund Early Gateways: Huddersfield ‘Better Connected Stations’ project proceeds through decision point 5 and work commences on activity 6 (Delivery).

·       Approval to the Combined Authority’s contribution of £1.550 million (which will be funded from the Transforming Cities Fund Early Wins fund) is given. The total project value is £1.885 million.

·       The Combined Authority enters into a Funding Agreement with Kirklees Council for expenditure of up to £1.550 million from the Transforming Cities Fund Early Wins fund.

 

Reasons for the decision:

To enable delivery of the scheme which will lead to improved connectivity for pedestrians, cyclists and bus/rail users, including vulnerable users, by providing a safe, direct and attractive walking link between Huddersfield Bus and Rail Stations, together with a reduction in road traffic and congestion.

Publication date: 23/06/2020

Date of decision: 19/06/2020

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