Issue - meetings

[To receive a presentation on the Accelerator programme.]

Ross Cook, Director of City Environment, CWC delivered the update on the Towns Fund Capital Accelerator Grant with supporting presentation. It was outlined that the 10 mini projects were on target to deliver the outcomes planned from within the £1 million investments by 31 March 2021. An update was provided on the progress against projects in Bilston, Wednesfield and the City Centre to date.

It was acknowledged that the traders in Wednesfield had engaged really positively with the programme and contributed to the success of the project. Particular thanks were extended to Jay Bayso for his contributions and support to the scheme.

It was also reported that the Wednesfield traders had expressed how pleased they had been with the consultation process and outcome and their thanks were passed on to the Towns Fund Board. It was highlighted that the reconfiguration of Wednesfield Market was well underway and would be prepared to launch soon.

Resolved:

That the update on the Towns Fund Capital Accelerator Grant be received.

[To receive a presentation on the Accelerator programme.]