Issue - decisions

Resolved: That;

1)   The progress being made within the Digital City Programme be noted.

Reason: To provide an update on the key and enabling Digital City Programme with an emphasis on the cities digital connectivity landscape.

2)   The proposal to extend access to the cities free Wi-Fi into Clifford’s Tower & Coppergate be approved.

Reason: To be a part of the evolving Digital City Programme.

3)   Digital connectivity links into the new Community Stadium complex and expand its Wi-Fi coverage be provided.

Reason: To be a part of the evolving Digital City Programme and future proof the Stadiums complex digital links.

4)   Total funding of £308,000 from the existing ICT Capital budget be approved.

Reason: To fund the recommendations contained within this report.

5)   The current mixed position with schools be noted, that  further discussions with schools regarding Wi-Fi provision be endorsed and that a further report on these, including funding options be received in coming months.

Reason:      To approve the work to explore and undertake further discussions that are required to take this recommendation forwards.