Decision details

          The Board considered a report of the Executive Director Environment and Regeneration, which set out the structure of the Widnes Strategic Board. The purpose of the Board was to:

·       provide advice, insight and challenge to Halton Borough Council on the regeneration and development of Widnes town centre;

·       represent the interest of local residents, businesses and community organisations;

·       support the delivery of the Widnes Regeneration Framework and related projects; and

·       champion Widnes town centre and promote civic pride.

          The Widnes Strategic Board would consist of up to 15 members drawn from the local community. A copy of the Terms of Reference was attached as an appendix to the report.

          RESOLVED: That the Board

1)    approves the structure of the Widnes Strategic Board and delegated authority be given to the Executive Director Environment and Regeneration in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Major Projects to finalise its members; and

2)    approves the draft Terms of Reference (Appendix 1) and delegated authority be given to the Executive Director Environment and Regeneration in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Major Projects to update and adapt the Terms of Reference as the projects contained within the Widnes Town Centre Regeneration Framework evolve.