The Cabinet has considered a report providing an update on progress with the scheme to replace the Greek Street bridge and the options being considered, and has:-
(1) Approved delegation of authority to the Deputy Chief Executive, in consultation with the S151 Officer and the Cabinet Member for Economy and Regeneration approval to enter into a delivery agreement with Network Rail to progress optioneering, appraisal and design of the enhanced option, the estimated cost is up to £0.5m to be funded by Transforming Cities Fund 2.
(2) Approved Council officers to work with officers from TfGM to seek approval for an appropriate release of development funding including from the identified £7m Transforming Cities Fund 2.