Issue - meetings

To consider a report on the development of the Rights of Way Improvement Plan (ROWIP) (2011-2026).

The Committee received a report on the development of the Rights of Way Improvement Plan (ROWIP) 2011-2026.

The current ROWIP covering Cheshire East was prepared by Cheshire County Council and expires in March 2011.  A new ROWIP was being developed to reflect the new geographic area of Cheshire East and coincide with the preparation of the new Local Transport Plan, into which the ROWIP must be fully integrated.

A Project Board and Steering Group have been established to assist with the process of developing the plan.  The Project Board consisted of a broad range of officers from different Council services who contributed their expertise and knowledge in helping define the scope and focus of the new ROWIP as well as improving links between departments.  The Steering Group consisted of elected Members from the Public Rights of Way Committee, together with the Portfolio Holder for Health and Wellbeing.  The Group’s role was to direct the project programme and monitor progress against the project time plan.  

An extensive consultation process for the ROWIP and the Local Transport Plan had been developed spanning the spring, summer and autumn of this year.  This would include engagement through Town and Parish Councils, the Local Area Partnerships, web based consultation and direct contact with user groups and the wider public. 

It was intended that the ROWIP strategy would be presented to the Committee at its September meeting seeking recommendations to the Portfolio Holder for approval.  

RESOLVED:

That the report be noted.