Issue - meetings

Ian Sandison, Chair Cambridge BID, to make a presentation

The Committee received a report from the Chair of Cambridge BID (as set out in the agenda pack).

The Chair of Cambridge BID said the following in response to Members’ and public questions:

       i.          Cambridge BID has made its members aware of the current consultation on A-boards. Their role is not to take sides but to facilitate a responsible consultation where all relevant parties were made aware of the issues and can make a valid contribution.

     ii.          The Cambridge Gift Card had not yet been launched but it would take the form of a debit card. All businesses that accept debit cards will be able to accept the Gift Cad. Some market traders do take cards and some this is increasing. A cash alternative would not be available.

   iii.          Cambridge BID comprised of 16 board members; 2 councillors and 14 from businesses. The board met every 2 months. Councillors were there to represent the views of the public.

   iv.          The BID had no statutory powers regarding fly posting but does undertake additional street cleaning of 50 streets (in addition to City Council responsibilities) and their ambassadors would report on punt touts, ASB, begging and environmental matters  such as pot holes and damaged pavements.