URL: https://democracy.blackburn.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=935

Decision Maker: Executive Board

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: That the Executive Board approves:   1.    A supplementary capital estimate of £1.6million, funded by way of capital grant funding once it is awarded to the Council under the Local Vehicle Infrastructure Application.   2.    The phase one programme (2025-2027) to make additional parking for EV charging at locations specified by the BwDBC EVCI Strategy (approved by the Executive Member in July 2023) where nearby residents have no access to off-street parking.   3.    The phase two programme (2027-2031) to add EV charging directly on street, in locations highlighted by the Strategy where residents have no access to off-street parking.   4.    Delegates authority to the Strategic Director of Growth and Development, in consultation with the Executive Member for Growth and Development, to seek and accept tenders for works, subject to adequate budget provision and a concession contract to appoint a CPO.     The proposed project aims to achieve our overall corporate priorities and follow the directives set out within the approved Strategy.

Date of Decision: December 12, 2024