Decision details

SERVICE AREA:

Operations and Neighbourhood Services

SUBJECT MATTER:

FLOODING – FLOOD PREVENTION AND REPAIRS

DECISION:

That the identified options, as detailed within the submitted report, for the upgrading of key drainage inlet structures to increase resilience to flooding and the completions of repairs to footpaths and bridleways to a total of £645k be approved.

DECISION TAKER(S):

Executive Cabinet

DATE OF DECISION:

23 January 2019

REASON FOR DECISION:

This sustainable investment will enhance council’s stewardship of the environment and provide social and environmental benefits to the residents of Tameside.

ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS REJECTED (if any):

The submitted report outlines three options for each of flood prevention, consequential damage and completion of repairs to footpaths and bridleways.  To don nothing was not considered an appropriate response to the potential risks.

CONSULTEES:

Health & Safety specialist consultants were used in the consideration of sites across the Borough.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

(Authorised by Section 151 Officer)

As detailed within the submitted report

LEGAL IMPLICATIONS:

(Authorised by Borough Solicitor)

As detailed within the submitted report

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

There were no declarations of interest.

DISPENSATION GRANTED BY STANDARDS COMMITTEE ATTACHED:

Not applicable.

REFERENCE DOCUMENTS:

The background papers  relating to this report can be inspected by contacting