Agenda and minutes

Resolved that Councillor J Raynor be elected Chair Pro Tem.

Councillor J Raynor (Chair) Presided

www.swansea.gov.uk/disclosuresofinterests

In accordance with the Code of Conduct adopted by the City and County of Swansea, the following interests were declared:

Councillor J Raynor declared a personal interest in Minute No. 35 “Welsh Government Safer Routes in Communities Grant Application 2017/18 – Additional Funding (December 2017)” – Councillor with Road Safety Applications in her ward.

To approve & sign the Minutes of the previous meeting(s) as a correct record.

Resolved that the Minutes of the External Funding Panel held on 10 January 2018 be approved and signed as a correct record.

The Panel considered the report, which provided additional information on Welsh Government Safe Routes in Communities Grant Application 2017/18.

The Safe Routes in Communities initiative enhances the provision of walking and cycling in communities, particularly outside and in the vicinity of schools.  This is targeted at encouraging a more sustainable lifestyle in communities and addressing social exclusion issues.

Resolved that:

1)              The External Funding Panel allows officers to accept Safe Routes in Communities (SRIC) additional grant funding;

2)              Projects are developed and implemented to create safer walking and cycling environments along Llangyfelach Street / Road to Cwm Level Road;

3)              Projects are developed and implemented to create safer walking and cycling environments within Gower.