Issue - meetings

To consider a report of the Director of Development on information regarding present and future plans for the development of Quality Bus Initiatives and investment in bus infrastructure, particularly in the North West Inner area.

The Director of Development submitted a report on information regarding present and future plans for the development of Quality Bus Initiatives and investment in bus infrastructure, particularly in the North West Inner area.

Chris Bolam, Development Department presented the report and responded to Members’ queries and comments.

Detailed discussion ensued on the contents of the report with specific reference to the following key issues:-

·  the need for an officer to be present at the next meeting in September 2006 to undertake a presentation on the initiative

·  the need to address a parking plan prior to implementation of the bus scheme

·  the concerns expressed about the potential loss of green space

RESOLVED –

(a)  That the contents of the report be noted.

(b)  That an officer from the Highways Division be requested to arrange a display stand and to be available to answer questions at a future meeting.