Issue details

European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development funding bid for the Downs Link

 

 

The European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) finances the European Union's contribution to rural development programmes. West Sussex County Council (WSCC) submitted an expression of interest in 2018 which was received favorably and approval is now being sought to submit a formal application and to deliver various works along the Downs Link.

 

The Downs Link is an off-road Public Right of Way and the work delivered, if the bid is successful, will enable surfacing improvements along five sections as well as improved signage and interpretation. The funding, if secured, will improve a Public Right of Way that is popular for walking and cycling and is used for both commuting and leisure. It is anticipated that the increase in use, following the improvements, will increase support to local businesses from visitors.

 

 

 

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Expenditure > £500,000;

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Divisions affected: (All Divisions);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 18/01/2019

Decision due: February 2019 by Cabinet Member for Highways and Infrastructure

Lead member: Councillor Roger Elkins roger.elkins@westsussex.gov.uk

Contact: Charlotte Weller, Countryside Services Manager Email: charlotte.weller@westsussex.gov.uk Tel: 033 022 26001.

Consultation process

Representations concerning this proposed decision can be made to the Cabinet Member for Highways and Infrastructure, via the officer contact, by the beginning of the month in which the decision is due to be taken.

 

Consultees

Local members

Internal departments: Finance, Legal Services

 

Democratic Services Contact: Judith Shore Tel: 033 022 26052

Background3: A Prosperous Place

Decisions

Background papers

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