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This report recommends the approval of a second phase of schemes to be implemented, highlights additional schemes requiring further development and provides a brief update on the status in the first phase which were approved by Cabinet in October 2021.

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RESOLVED:

1. That Cabinet agree the implementation of the Phase 2 projects identified in the report and set out in Appendix 1, within the approved budget envelope, subject to the final business case for each scheme being approved by the Capital Programme Panel.
2. That Cabinet agree to delegate the development and delivery of the schemes to the  Executive Director of Environment, Transport & Infrastructure, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport and Infrastructure.

Reasons for Decisions:

The recommendations will enable the development and delivery of infrastructure schemes that meet a wide range of outcomes and demonstrate deliverability and affordability.  They enable the implementation of the second phase of schemes and the development of a continuous pipeline of schemes that require further feasibility work. The process is intended to remain dynamic with new schemes added to the long list as they are identified.  A continuous programme of schemes will be developed taking them from concept through to delivery identifying suitable funding opportunities as they progress.

(The decisions on this item can be called-in by the Communities, Environment and Highways Select Committee)

The Cabinet Member for Transport, Infrastructure and Economy explained that the report recommends the approval of a second phase of schemes to be

implemented, highlights additional schemes requiring further development and

provides a brief update on the status in the first phase which were approved by

Cabinet in October 2021. Following October 2021, the partners involved in the development of the Surrey Place Ambition 2050 were consulted and the assessment of the projects shared. This included all 11 Districts and Boroughs (D&Bs), both Local Economic Partnerships and the Surrey Wildlife Trust. Other parties including Network

Rail, Homes England and National Highways were informed along with

neighbouring authorities where there were schemes crossing the boundary. Engagement with partners led to the conclusion that this should be an ongoing, dynamic process. Through the development of the Surrey Infrastructure Plan over 100 infrastructure schemes had been identified by the council and partners, with the majority in that transports and highways category. The Cabinet Member briefed members on each of the schemes contained in the Phase 2 projects.

The Deputy Cabinet Member for Levelling- Up welcomed the report and in particular the Tadworth Flood Reduction Programme which would positively impact the lives of many residents in the local area. Members welcomed the schemes and the change it would bring for residents. A number of the schemes would tackle long term infrastructure issues.

RESOLVED:

1. That Cabinet agree the implementation of the Phase 2 projects identified in the report and set out in Appendix 1, within the approved budget envelope, subject to the final business case for each scheme being approved by the Capital Programme Panel.
2. That Cabinet agree to delegate the development and delivery of the schemes to the  Executive Director of Environment, Transport & Infrastructure, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport and Infrastructure.

Reasons for Decisions:

The recommendations will enable the development and delivery of infrastructure schemes that meet a wide range of outcomes and demonstrate deliverability and affordability.  They enable the implementation of the second phase of schemes and the development of a continuous pipeline of schemes that require further feasibility work. The process is intended to remain dynamic with new schemes added to the long list as they are identified.  A continuous programme of schemes will be developed taking them from concept through to delivery identifying suitable funding opportunities as they progress.

(The decisions on this item can be called-in by the Communities, Environment and Highways Select Committee)