Issue - meetings

Report of the Chief Executive

Presented by the Leader

The Leader presented the report to Members.

The Leader updated Members on the current position of the project and in particular, the work that had been moving forward regarding Marlborough Square.  He explained that proposals had been put forward from the Urban Designer at recent meetings to pedestrianise Marlborough Square therefore creating a public open space.  This had been met with unanimous support.  He added that the taxi and bus companies were also involved and were prepared to make changes to help improve the square.  He also advised that progress was still on hold with the bus station but options were continuing to be investigated.

Councillor R D Bayliss advised that improvement works to Marlborough Flats were proceeding on site and when  they were concluded in November, the block would be renamed Jackson Court. A vacant unit that is benefitting from the works programme will also be relet at this point.  Councillor R Blunt championed the housing role in the project as it was  crucial in regenerating sites and totally in line with what was trying to be achieved.

It was moved by Councillor R Blunt, seconded by Councillor T Gillard and

RESOLVED THAT:

The report be noted and the progress made by the Coalville Project be supported.

Reason for decision:  Cabinet are updated on the progress of the Coalville Project