Decision details

Purpose of Report is to consider:

1) Dft's latest position on devolving Major Scheme Transport funding;

2) Formalisation of York's role in the fund and

3) Priority outcomes/schemes for consideration for funding.

Cabinet Members are asked to make a decision on 1-3 above.

The report has been slipped to the 9 October Cabinet Meeting as there  has been a delay in the government announcement of the Devolved Major Funding.  As a direct result wider consultation is required with NYCC, LCR and others before the report can be progressed.

(report formerly called Leeds City Region City Deal)

RESOLVED:       That Cabinet agree to the DfT being notified that York wishes to be included in the arrangements for a Local Transport Body for West Yorkshire and York, subject to agreement of the detailed Governance arrangements.

REASON:            This approach offers the greatest potential to maximise the level of transport funding for York, particularly by realising the benefits of the Leeds City Region City Deal, and to align with economic investment to support growth.