Issue - decisions

Resolved: That the Executive;

                                     I.        Approve in principle the replacement and upgrade of the Scarborough Bridge footbridge and associated ramps / structures;

                                   II.        Note the continued progression of the scheme at risk through the planning and procurement stages Grant the Assistant Director for Transport, Highways & Environment delegated powers to make any future required amendments to the scheme as a result of emerging detailed design etc;

                                  III.        Approve an allocation for risk within the Local Transport Plan programme 2018/19 in order to ensure that sufficient funds are available to deliver the proposed scheme;

                                 IV.        Subject to funding agreements being agreed with other contributors and relevant planning consent being granted authorise the Assistant Director for Transport, Highways & Environment, in consultation with the Executive member for Transport & Planning, to progress the scheme including awarding contracts for the future delivery of the project, including an equalities impact assessment prior to progression.

Reason:     The recommended replacement of the footbridge offers a unique opportunity to significantly improve one of a limited number of city centre river crossings and significantly improve access to the Railway Station and York Central Development site.