Decision details

Matter for Decision

To consider whether Cambridge City Council should continue negotiations for a City Deal with local partners and Central Government.

Decision of the Leader

Resolved to continue negotiations for a City Deal with local partners and with Central Government.

Reason for the Decision

As set out in the Officer’s report.

Any Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

Not applicable.

Scrutiny Considerations

The committee received a report from the Head of Corporate Strategy.

The committee made the following comments on the report:

(i)                 The City Deal would be beneficial to the City.

(ii)                The City Deal offered the potential for infrastructure investment.

(iii)          The City Deal would allow the Council to continue building relationships with outside organisations.

(iv)         The Committee resolved unanimously to endorse the recommendation.

The Committee unanimously resolved to endorse the recommendation.

The Leader approved the recommendation.

Conflicts of Interest Declared by the Leader (and any Dispensations Granted)

Not applicable.