To consider the report Cabinet Member for Highways and Housing / Director of Neighbourhoods.

Consideration was given to a report of the Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Sustainability / Director of Neighbourhoods which sought approval to accept an external funding grant at a total of £756,200.00 to develop a significant scheme to promote active travel.

Alternatives considered

No alternatives had been considered, without the development cost funding there was no alternative budget to progress this scheme.

RESOLVED

That the external funding grant at a total of £756,200.00 to developa significant scheme aimed at active travel.

Reason for resolution

The proposals form part of the Council’s approved Rochdale Transport Delivery Plan which set out plans to develop a network of active travel corridors to promote sustainable modes of travel and support economic growth.