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Chair's Update Additional documents: Minutes: The Chair noted that a supplementary report had been submitted since the agenda had been originally published. This was for an additional item to be considered on the Combined Authority’s non-transport borrowing powers, and had been agreed to be added to the agenda to avoid prejudicing the Combined Authority’s ability to access necessary borrowing powers.
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Apologies for Absence Additional documents: Minutes: Apologies were received from Cllr Jeffery, Cllr Pandor, and Cllr Lawson. |
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Declarations of Disclosable Pecuniary Interests Additional documents: Minutes: There were no pecuniary interests declared by Members during the meeting. |
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Exempt Information - Possible Exclusion of the Press and Public 1. To highlight Agenda Item 8 Appendix 2 and Agenda Item 10 Appendix 2, which officers have identified as containing exempt information within the meaning of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, and where officers consider that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information, for the reasons outlined in the reports.
2. To consider whether or not to accept the officers’ recommendation in respect of the above information as set out in Agenda Item 8 Appendix 2 and Agenda Item 10 Appendix 2.
3. If the recommendation is accepted, to formally pass the following resolution:-
RESOLVED – That in accordance with paragraph 3 of Part 1 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, the public be excluded from the meeting during consideration of Agenda Item 8 Appendix 2 and Agenda Item 10 Appendix 2 on the grounds that it is likely, in view of the nature of the business to be transacted or the nature of the proceedings, that if members of the press and public were present there would be disclosure to them of exempt information and for the reasons set out in the reports that in all the circumstances of the case, the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. Additional documents: Minutes: Resolved: That in accordance with paragraph 3 of Part 1 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, the public be excluded from the meeting during consideration of Agenda Item 8 Appendix 2 and Agenda Item 10 Appendix 2 on the grounds that it is likely, in view of the nature of the business to be transacted or the nature of the proceedings, that if members of the press and public were present there would be disclosure to them of exempt information and for the reasons set out in the reports that in all the circumstances of the case, the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information. |
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Minutes of the Meeting of the Combined Authority held on 22 October 2021 PDF 199 KB Additional documents: Minutes: Resolved: That the minutes of the meeting of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority held on 22 October 2021 be approved. |
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Bus Enhanced Partnership PDF 362 KB (Lead Member: Cllr S. Pandor, Director: Liz Hunter) Additional documents:
Decision: Resolved: That the Combined Authority:
a)
approves the publication of the Notice of Intent to
‘make’ an EP Plan and Scheme. b)
approves the content of the draft EP Plan and Scheme
for use in statutory consultation. c) delegates the decision to submit the West Yorkshire Zero Emission Bus Regional Area (ZEBRA) bid to the Department of Transport to the Managing Director in conjunction with the Mayor. Minutes: The Combined Authority considered a report providing an overview of the draft West Yorkshire Bus Enhanced Partnership Plan and Scheme, and requesting approval to use this draft to begin a formal process of consultation with bus operators and statutory consultees. Approval was also sought to approve publication of the notice of intent to ‘Make’ an Enhanced Partnership Plan and Scheme for West Yorkshire, and to delegate approval of the final Zero Emission Bus Regional Area (ZEBRA) bid to the Managing Director in conjunction with the Mayor.
Entering into an Enhanced Partnership with bus operators was noted as a vital step toward bringing buses under public control, as had been promised in the Mayor’s manifesto. The Combined Authority’s BSIP (Bus Service Improvement Plan) had set out strong ambitions for the region’s bus service, but government funding from this could not be accessed without entering into an Enhanced Partnership before the end of March.
The Enhanced Partnership would
consist of two components; the Enhanced Partnership Plan, which
would apply throughout the region and set out the overall vision
and governance, and Enhanced Partnership Schemes, which were more
specific and aimed to contractualise specific projects and
agreements. After consultation with operators, the final version
would be brought to the March 2022 meeting of the Combined
Authority for decision. If approved, following a statutory operator
objection period of 28 days the Enhanced Partnership would begin in
April 2022 and run until April 2027.
As franchising was intended to proceed only if the Enhanced Partnership failed to achieve its objectives, Members questioned whether the Enhanced Partnership’s success was fully supported. It was strongly emphasised that all parties were committed to making the Enhanced Partnership work for the people of West Yorkshire, with ambitious and optimistic plans for the partnership being built between the Combined Authority and bus operators, although it was recognised a lot of work remained to be done. KPIs would be put in place to measure the success of this, though the difficulties currently surrounding this were discussed, particularly in the light of upcoming restrictions due to the pandemic.
It was emphasised that more work needed to be undertaken to grow bus networks and to improve connectivity, such as implementing bus priority corridors, taking innovative approaches in developing links with hospitals and other key destinations, and expanding the use of Demand Responsive Transport. The benefits of achieving better connectivity for the region and moving away from private car usage were significant, particularly in regards to the impact of climate change on both the economy and the health of residents. However, challenges still remained to ... view the full minutes text for item 60. |
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COP26 and the West Yorkshire Climate and Environment Plan PDF 394 KB (Lead Member: Cllr T. Swift, Director: Liz Hunter) Additional documents: Decision: Resolved: That the Combined Authority:
a) notes the progress made at COP26 and implications for the approach to achieving a net zero carbon West Yorkshire economy.
b) endorses the first priorities from the West Yorkshire Climate and Environment Plan identified at section 2.10 of the submitted report and agrees to delegate, if required, any final changes to the Managing Director in consultation with the Mayor.
c) agrees to work with partner local authorities to design the delivery mechanisms, and to identify and secure funding for a Climate and Environment Fund to support delivery of the Plan. Minutes: The Combined Authority considered a report discussing the outcomes, implications and next steps following the conclusion of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26), and highlighting proposals in the West Yorkshire Climate and Environment Plan to be prioritised first for delivery by the Combined Authority.
The report identified eight priority areas set out in the Plan which were recommended for endorsement; these linked in across the different areas of work undertaken by the Combined Authority, and included some work already underway, such as ensuring that all funded schemes demonstrated their efforts to mitigate carbon impact.
Building green jobs throughout
the region was emphasised as being vital going forward. Members
noted the recent shortages seen in the HGV and social care sectors,
raising concerns of a similar nature affecting the growth of these
jobs. It would be extremely important to link in with local
education providers on this, and to identify how best to target
this job growth to keep the region competitive in a global
marketplace. Positive developments in these connections were noted,
such as the Skills Connect programme, and it was hoped that the
first meeting of the Mayor’s Green Jobs Task Force in January
2022 would be a useful next step in bringing employers, young
people and jobseekers, and education and training providers
together to build a strong relationship that supported the delivery
of these jobs going forward. As part of this, the Mayor was continuing to make the case to government
for more regional control over further education and skills
training to be devolved in order to better allow the region to
build and prepare for these jobs. · An update on the Carbon Impact Assessment was requested by Members. Officers advised that the complex methodology had caused this to be a slow process, but a report was expected in the new year. A further briefing was requested on this to address the current situation. · The close relationship between climate change and economic opportunities was discussed, with it being noted that levelling up could not be truly achieved if areas of the region were continually recovering from the devastating impact of flooding, for example. · Members questioned what progress had been made in delivering Electric Vehicle charging points across the region, as electric/hybrid vehicles served as an important bridge between private car usage and public transportation solutions. · Members raised the issue of river cleanliness, and whether an action plan on this could be included within the Plan. It was noted that this was an ... view the full minutes text for item 61. |
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Integrated Rail Plan PDF 275 KB (Lead Member: Cllr S. Hinchcliffe, Director: Dave Pearson) Additional documents:
Decision: Resolved:
That the Combined Authority:
a)
notes the content of the submitted report. b) endorses paragraph 2.11 as the proposed next steps in response to the published IRP. Minutes: The Combined Authority received an update on the contents of the published Integrated Rail Plan (IRP) and its implications for the region, as well as recommended next steps.
Members were very disappointed with the published IRP, noting that key components such as a Bradford stop for Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) and the eastern leg of HS2 had been omitted. The delivery fell far short of what the North had been promised, and it was felt not to be in keeping with the Government’s stated aim to ‘level-up’ the region to the level of connection and economic prosperity as other areas of the country.
Discussions were ongoing with Mayors across the North to try to re-open the conversation with Government, and the possibility of making a local contribution to delivery costs in support of the cancelled projects could be raised as a potential option. It was noted that there was precedent for these decisions being reversed, providing further support to challenging the decision. A motion had been tabled at the 24 November Transport for the North meeting, supported by the Mayor and all other Northern Mayors present, requesting that Government reconsider all options. The Mayor had also written a letter to the Prime Minister, though no response had yet been received.
It was noted that this development followed a history of transport improvements in the North being delayed, with some projects being awaited for close to a decade - the electrification of the Calder Valley Line was a clear example of this, and Members highlighted it as a priority. Difficulties with the proposals put forth by the Government were also raised, such as a lack of capacity at Leeds for the services described in the IRP without delivery of a new station, and it was highlighted that many new stations and services on local networks were dependent on delivery of the eastern leg of HS2 in Leeds to provide extra capacity and removing express trains from the existing network.
Members noted that rail disruption was likely to be a serious concern going forward, as without a full implementation of HS2, capacity issues would need to be dealt with by upgrading existing track. Similarly, no alternate mitigation to limit disruption appeared to have been put forward for significant schemes such as the TransPennine Route Upgrade. This disruption would likely hinder efforts to encourage people to return to public transportation after the pandemic.
The impact to the regional
economy was discussed, as improvements such as HS2 had been
anticipated for years and built into economic and transport plans
for the city region. Further uncertainty on delivery of rail
improvements would reduce inward investment into the region, and
the lost opportunities could have a negative effect on business
growth. By contrast, bringing the North to a level of economic
success enjoyed by other areas of the country would have massive
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West Yorkshire Business Accelerator Fund PDF 337 KB (Lead Member: Cllr S. Pandor, Director: Liz Hunter) Additional documents:
Decision: Resolved: That the Combined Authority approves that, subject to the conditions set by PAT:
a)
The West Yorkshire Business Accelerator Fund scheme
proceeds through decision point 2 (Strategic Outline Case) and
decision point 4 (full business case) and work commences on
activity 5 (delivery).
b)
The West Yorkshire Business Accelerator Limited
Partnership, a Private Fund Limited Partnership, is established
with the Combined Authority as the sole Limited Partner. The other
party of the partnership will be the General Partner, a Special
Purpose Vehicle to be set up by the appointed Fund
Manager.
c)
Approval is given to the Combined Authority’s
contribution of £21,650,000. The total scheme value is
£21,650,000.
d)
The Combined Authority delegate approval of the
final investment strategy to the Managing Director. e) Future approvals are made in accordance with the assurance pathway and approval route outlined in the submitted report and where required, any change requests are delegated to the Business, Economy, and Innovation Committee. This will be subject to the scheme remaining within the tolerances outlined in the submitted report.
Conditions The following conditions have
been set by PAT to gain Approval to Proceed to Delivery:
a)
Sign off from the Combined Authority’s Legal
and Finance Team. Finalise and review Limited Partnership Agreement
and Investment Management Agreement with Pinsent Mason as the
external legal advisor of the Combined Authority.
b)
Review Environmental Social & Governance (ESG),
Equality Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) KPIs and targets, discuss
and agree with Fund Manager.
c)
Develop a clear Communications Strategy outlining
reporting mechanisms and requirements from the Fund
Manager. d) Develop a robust Monitoring and Evaluation Plan setting out monitoring methodology, timelines, responsibilities, and evaluation reporting.
Minutes: The Combined Authority considered a report seeking approval for the West Yorkshire Business Accelerator Fund, which had previously been discussed at its March meeting and had been endorsed by the LEP Board.
The West Yorkshire Business Accelerator Fund would be a revolving fund intended to launch in March 2022, which would be used in interventions for SMEs to support the growth of the region’s economy. This was a successor of the Growing Places Fund which had been approved by the Combined Authority in 2013 and had achieved significant revenue from loans made to intervene in cases of market failure on stalled development projects. It was highlighted that the Fund would employ the Combined Authority’s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusivity in its operation.
Members welcomed the Fund, noting the strong opportunities it provided to SMEs and the wider business community, but emphasised the need for the highest levels of transparency and accountability and requested that future reporting back to the Combined Authority include where any elected Members or regional MPs had been involved in supporting bids and any prior meetings the Combined Authority may have had with a company prior to investments being made.
Resolved: That the Combined Authority approves that, subject to the conditions set by PAT:
a)
The West Yorkshire Business Accelerator Fund scheme
proceeds through decision point 2 (Strategic Outline Case) and
decision point 4 (Full Business Case) and work commences on
activity 5 (delivery). b)
The West Yorkshire Business Accelerator Limited
Partnership, a Private Fund Limited Partnership, is established
with the Combined Authority as the sole Limited Partner. The other
party of the partnership will be the General Partner, a Special
Purpose Vehicle to be set up by the appointed Fund
Manager. c)
Approval is given to the Combined Authority’s
contribution of £21,650,000. The total scheme value is
£21,650,000. d)
The Combined Authority delegate approval of the
final investment strategy to the Managing Director. e) Future approvals are made in accordance with the assurance pathway and approval route outlined in the submitted report and where required, any change requests are delegated to the Business, Economy, and Innovation Committee. This will be subject to the scheme remaining within the tolerances outlined in the submitted report.
Conditions The following conditions have
been set by PAT to gain Approval to Proceed to Delivery: a)
Sign off from the Combined Authority’s Legal
and Finance Team. Finalise and review Limited Partnership Agreement
and Investment Management Agreement with Pinsent Mason as the
external legal advisor of the Combined Authority. b)
Review Environmental Social & Governance (ESG),
Equality Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) KPIs and targets, discuss
and agree with Fund Manager. c)
Develop a clear Communications Strategy outlining
reporting mechanisms and requirements from the Fund
Manager. d) Develop a robust Monitoring and Evaluation Plan setting out monitoring methodology, timelines, responsibilities, and evaluation reporting.
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Budget, Business Plan and Gainshare PDF 196 KB (Lead Member: The Mayor, Director: Angela Taylor) Additional documents:
Decision: Resolved: That the Combined Authority approves that:
a)
the assumptions and proposals in support of the
budget are considered and approved for inclusion in the final
proposed budget.
b)
the approach to business planning be
supported. c) the work on the approach to and use of gainshare be considered, that the draft investment priorities be endorsed and further feedback provided to enable progress to continue. Minutes: The Combined Authority
considered a report on the budget challenges and assumptions for
2022/2023 and the progress to date on the use of gainshare
funding, and seeking endorsement of the
recommended approach to business planning. Members were invited to comment
on the Combined Authority’s business and strategic priorities
as set out in the report, as well as the suggested priorities
regarding the deployment of gainshare funding. The draft budget was
also considered by Members; it was highlighted there was currently
a revenue funding gap, but further work would be undertaken to
close this gap before the budget was presented to the February
meeting for final sign-off. Similarly, Members queried a potential
shortfall in capital expenditure, but officers advised that further
forecasts had since been made and that work was ongoing with the
contractor, and the spend profile in question was expected to fall
within the available grant.
Resolved: That the Combined Authority approves that:
a)
the assumptions and proposals in support of the
budget are considered and approved for inclusion in the final
proposed budget. b)
the approach to business planning be
supported. c) the work on the approach to and use of gainshare be considered, that the draft investment priorities be endorsed and further feedback provided to enable progress to continue. |
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Capital Spending and Project Approvals PDF 615 KB (Lead Member: The Mayor, Director: Melanie Corcoran) Additional documents:
Decision: Resolved:
a)
That in respect of Project Marigold, the Combined
Authority approves that: i)
The Project Marigold scheme progresses through
decision point 2 (Strategic Outline Case) and work commences on
activity 4 (Full Business Case). ii)
An indicative approval of the Combined
Authority’s contribution of £5,000,000 is given. The
total scheme value is £100,000,000. iii)
Future approvals are made in accordance with the
assurance pathway and approval route outlined in the submitted
report and where required any change requests are delegated to the
Business, Economy, and Innovation Committee. This will be subject
to the scheme remaining within the tolerances outlined in the
submitted report.
b)
That in respect of Bradford Interchange Resurfacing
Works, the Combined Authority approves that, subject to the
conditions set by PAT: i)
The Bradford Interchange Resurfacing Works scheme
proceeds through decision point 4 (full business case) and work
commences on activity 5 (delivery). ii)
Approval be given to the Combined Authority’s
contribution of £8,039,000, bringing to total to
£8,501,000. The total scheme value is
£8,501,000. iii) Future approvals are made in accordance with the assurance pathway and approval route outlined in the submitted report and where required, any change requests are delegated to the Place, Regenerations and Housing Committee. This will be subject to the scheme remaining within the tolerances outlined in the submitted report.
The following conditions have
been set by PAT to gain Approval to Proceed to Delivery:
a)
Confirmation of funding and total scheme cost is
within those set out in the FBC approval.
b)
Contract with delivery partner finalised and
evidenced.
c)
Confirmation whether an Asset Protection Agreement
from Network Rail is required and if so, what impact this has on
the programme.
d)
Supply of an up-to-date programme for
delivery. e) Confirmation of project board set up and met. Minutes: The Combined Authority
considered a report on proposals for the progression of, and
funding for, two Combined Authority supported projects that had
been considered at stages 1, 2 or 3 of the Combined
Authority’s assurance process. The schemes being considered
for approval had come directly to the Combined Authority due to
expediency of delivery, and would be
reported to the relevant thematic Committee as appropriate.
Resolved: a)
That in respect of Project Marigold, the Combined
Authority approves that: i)
The Project Marigold scheme progresses through
decision point 2 (Strategic Outline Case) and work commences on
activity 4 (Full Business Case). ii)
An indicative approval of the Combined
Authority’s contribution of £5,000,000 is given. The
total scheme value is £100,000,000. iii) Future approvals are made in accordance with the assurance pathway and approval route outlined in the submitted report and where required any change requests are delegated to the Business, Economy, and Innovation Committee. This will be subject to the scheme remaining within the tolerances outlined in the submitted ... view the full minutes text for item 65. |
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(Lead Member: Cllr S. Hinchcliffe, Director: Liz Hunter) Additional documents:
Decision: Resolved:
That the Combined Authority:
a)
notes the feedback from the public engagement on the
Connectivity Infrastructure Plan and supporting
documents.
b)
approves (subject to the comments arising from
recommendation 10.1 in the submitted report) the proposed
amendments to the Connectivity Infrastructure Plan as identified in
Appendix 1 of the submitted report, with the intention of
considering an updated Final Connectivity Infrastructure Plan at
the Combined Authority meeting of 3 February 2022
c)
approves the submission of a City Region Sustainable
Transport Settlement Programme Business Case to the Department for
Transport, delegating approval to the Managing Director and the
Mayor for the content and final appearance of the Programme
Business Case. d) approves, subject to the comments arising from the consultation and Transport Committee meeting, the proposed amendments to the Future Mobility Strategy. An updated Final Future Mobility Strategy will be presented at the Combined Authority meeting of 3 February 2022. Minutes: The Combined Authority received an update on responses from the public engagement on the draft West Yorkshire Connectivity Infrastructure Plan and supporting documents, including the Future Mobility Strategy. The report sought approval of amendments to these documents, with the intention of them being brought to the February meeting of the Combined Authority for sign-off.
The Combined Authority had
submitted a low and a high bid scenario for City Region Sustainable
Transport Settlement (CRSTS) funding to the Department for
Transport (DFT) of £570 million and £920 million
respectively in September and had since received confirmation from
the Government that a total of £830 million had been awarded.
However, it was noted that a significant sum of this was money
which had previously been announced.
Resolved:
That the Combined Authority: a)
notes the feedback from the public engagement on the
Connectivity Infrastructure plan and supporting
documents. b)
approves (subject to the comments arising from
recommendation 10.1 in the submitted report) the proposed
amendments to the Connectivity Infrastructure Plan as identified in
Appendix 1 of the submitted report, with the intention of
considering an updated Final Connectivity Infrastructure Plan at
the Combined Authority meeting of 3 February 2022 c)
approves the submission of a City Region Sustainable
Transport Settlement Programme Business Case to the Department for
Transport, delegating approval to the Managing Director and the
Mayor for the content and final appearance of the Programme
Business Case. d) approves, subject to the comments arising from the consultation and Transport Committee meeting, the proposed amendments to the Future Mobility Strategy. An updated Final Future Mobility Strategy will be presented at the Combined Authority meeting of 3 February 2022. |
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UK Community Renewal Fund PDF 445 KB (Lead Member: Cllr D. Jeffery, Director: Alan Reiss) Additional documents: Decision: Resolved:
That the Combined Authority:
a)
notes the outcome of the UK Community Renewal Fund
(UKCRF) process in West Yorkshire, including the confirmed funded
projects, Appendix 1 of the submitted report, and project appraisal
process.
b)
authorises the Managing Director to enter into a
funding agreement with the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and
Communities (DLUHC) on behalf of the Combined Authority for an
amount up to £2,539,429.
c)
authorises the Managing Director to enter into a
funding agreement with the seven Project Deliverers for an amount
up to £2,489,638, as required by Government, acting as Lead
Authority for the Fund in West Yorkshire.
d)
indicatively approves £306,604, funding from
the Single Investment Fund to create a test-case for establishing
low carbon communities in Calderdale, whilst creating opportunities
for residents to develop skills and build the foundations of
long-term career and sustainable futures, in response to the West
Yorkshire Community Renewal Fund Prospectus, with full approval to
spend being granted once the project has progressed through the
assurance process. e) delegates to the Finance, Resources and Corporate Committee, the approval of the project to pass through to Decision Point 4 totalling no more than £0.31m of funding from the Single Investment Fund. Minutes: The Combined Authority
considered a report on the UK Community Renewal Fund (UKCRF)
process in West Yorkshire.
Resolved:
That the Combined Authority: a)
notes the outcome of the UK Community Renewal Fund
(UKCRF) process in West Yorkshire, including the confirmed funded
projects, Appendix 1 of the submitted report, and project appraisal
process. b)
authorises the Managing Director to enter into a
funding agreement with the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and
Communities (DLUHC) on behalf of the Combined Authority for an
amount up to £2,539,429. c) authorises the Managing Director to enter into a funding agreement with the seven Project Deliverers for an ... view the full minutes text for item 67. |
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Governance Arrangements (LEP Board appointments and TfN nominations) PDF 277 KB (Lead Member: The Mayor, Director: Angela Taylor) Additional documents:
Minutes: The Combined Authority
considered a report on its governance arrangements.
Councillor Swift left the meeting during discussion of this item.
Resolved: That the Combined Authority:
a)
approves the amendments to Scrutiny Standing Orders
as outlined in paragraphs 2.2, 2.5, and Appendix 1 of the submitted
report. b)
approves the extensions to the terms of office of
the private sector representatives set out in Appendix 2 of the
submitted report, with the noted correction to the proposed
extension of the term of office of Colin Glass. c)
appoints advisory representatives to the Culture,
Arts & Creative Industries Committee set out in Appendix 3 of
the submitted report. d)
appoints independent member, Debbie Simpson, as
Chair of the Governance and Audit Committee with immediate effect,
replacing Councillor Susan Hinchcliffe. e)
That the Combined Authority approves the appointment
of the following members to the TfN General Purposes Committee as
set out in paragraph 2.11 of the submitted report: Substitute: Mayor Tracy Brabin |
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Non-Transport Borrowing Powers PDF 260 KB Additional documents: Decision: Resolved: That the Combined Authority:
a)
consents in principle to the regulations to provide
the Combined Authority with the power to borrow for non-transport
related functions, set out in the ‘minded to’
Devolution Deal. b) delegates authority to the Managing Director of the Combined Authority, in consultation with the Leader and Chief Executive of each Constituent Council and the Chair of the Combined Authority, to finalise and consent to the final draft of the regulations further to any technical issues which may arise. Minutes: The Combined Authority
considered a report on its borrowing powers for non-transport
related functions, seeking endorsement in principal to agree to the statutory process which
would set the debt cap for the Combined Authority as agreed with HM
Treasury.
Resolved: That the Combined Authority:
a)
consents in principle to the regulations to provide
the Combined Authority with the power to borrow for non-transport
related functions, set out in the ‘minded to’
Devolution Deal. b) delegates authority to the Managing Director of the Combined Authority, in consultation with the Leader and Chief Executive of each Constituent Council and the Chair of the Combined Authority, to finalise and consent to the final draft of the regulations further to any technical issues which may arise.
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(Lead Member: The Mayor, Director: Liz Hunter) Additional documents: Minutes: Resolved: That the report be noted. |
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State of the Region PDF 168 KB (Lead Member: The Mayor, Director: Alan Reiss) Additional documents: Minutes: The Combined Authority
considered a report providing an update on performance of the
region against socioeconomic and climate indicators, as well as
published outputs, key messages and
future plans. The additional document providing specific data on
women and girls was also welcomed.
Resolved: That the report be noted. |
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Minutes for information PDF 255 KB (Lead Member: The Mayor, Director: Angela Taylor) Additional documents: Minutes: Resolved: That the minutes of the Combined Authority’s committees and panels be noted. |