Decision details

The Board considered a report of the Strategic Director – Enterprise, Community and Resources, which sought authorisation for the use of the SCAPE Framework for procurement and development of the Runcorn Town Investment Plan – High Street Connectivity Scheme.

The report provided Members with a summary of the development of the High Street Connectivity project in support of the Runcorn Town Investment Plan.  It discussed two schemes in particular – a replacement footbridge crossing the Bridgewater Canal by the Brindley Theatre; and the improvement of a section of High Street to make it more pedestrian and cycling friendly.  Approval was sought to utilise the SCAPE Framework for the development of these schemes.  A diagram of the SCAPE process was appended to the report for information.

An amendment to recommendation (3) was made to include consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Environment and Urban Renewal.

RESOLVED:  That Executive Board approve

1)    the use of the SCAPE Framework for development of the replacement footbridge scheme to Project Order stage;

2)    the use of the SCAPE Framework for development of the High Street scheme to Project Order stage; and

3)    the delegation of authority to the Strategic Director – Enterprise, Community and Resources, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Environment and Urban Renewal, to authorise the passing of the SCAPE gateways prior to this stage.