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This report is submitted for consideration and further action, with the aim of providing the Executive Councillor for City Services and Open Spaces with a clear pathway towards a more effective and impactful EIP.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Significant effect on communities living or working in any ward in Cambridge;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 18/02/2025
Decision due: Before 20 Mar 2025 by Executive Councillor for Open Spaces and City Services
Lead member: Executive Councillor for Open Spaces and City Services
Department: City Services Group
Contact: Alistair Wilson, Strategic Delivery Manager Email: Alistair.Wilson@cambridge.gov.uk.
Additional Information: This is a key item and will automatically appear on the agenda for discussion / debate.
Background Information: The EIP is designed to fund small-scale environmental improvements that deliver lasting and noticeable changes in local areas. The programme is positioned as a key tool for enhancing open spaces and supporting community well-being. However, recent research has highlighted the potential for restructuring and operational enhancements that could further its impact. Comparisons with approaches from councils such as Dover, Hinckley and Bosworth, Bristol, and Nottinghamshire reveal alternative models that better integrate thematic focus, stakeholder engagement, and strategic funding allocations
