Issue - meetings

The Cabinet considered a report on the approach to be taken regarding the regeneration of Bromsgrove Town Centre. It was recognised that progress was needed as quickly as possible having regard to the legislative restraints and the requirements of the planning system. Following discussion it was

RECOMMENDED:

(a) that a Development Partner be sought either by way of the OJEU process

     or other appropriate mechanisms;

(b) that specialist expertise be obtained to assist with the project management

     of the regeneration of the Town Centre until March 2008 and that this be

     funded from the Town Centre budget; and

(c) that authority be delegated to the appropriate Officers to issue Compulsory

     Purchase Orders to facilitate the redevelopment of the Town Centre in

     accordance with an agreed Area Action Plan.