PART I
(OPEN TO THE PUBLIC)
ITEM NO.
REPORT OF THE ASSISTANT HEAD OF SERVICE
REGENERATION STRATEGY & CO-ORDINATION
TO the Leader of the Council
ON Monday 20th November 2006
TITLE: Irwell City Park Stakeholder and Partner Event Wednesday 13th December 2006
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. That the Leader is made aware of the forthcoming Stakeholder and Partner Event on
Wednesday 13th December 2006.
2. That the leader considers the need to raise the Irwell City Park Project at the forthcoming
meeting with DCMS permanent secretary.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This report provides information on the Irwell City Park Stakeholder and Partner Event on
13th December 2006.
BACKGROUND DOCUMENTS:
(Available for public inspection)
Irwell City Park - Next Stage Plan September 2006
Initial Business Case and Lottery Application
ASSESSMENT OF RISK: n/a
SOURCES OF FUNDING: Living Landmarks Big Lottery Fund
COMMENTS OF THE STRATEGIC DIRECTOR OF CUSTOMER AND SUPPORT
SERVICES (or his representative)
1. LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
Provided by:
2. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
Provided by:
Advice sought from Pauline Lewis, Law
and Administration
Strategic Director of Customer and
Support Services aware of current
financial implications.
PROPERTY (if applicable): Urban Vision and Strategic Director for Housing and Planning
involved in land and property implications - details of which to be examined in further detail
through the business case.
HUMAN RESOURCES (if applicable): Not applicable
CONTACT OFFICER :
Elaine Davis, Principal Regeneration Strategy & Co-ordination
Officer, Regeneration Strategy & Co-ordination - 0161 793
2207
WARD(S) TO WHICH REPORT RELATE(S) :All wards in Central Salford.
KEY COUNCIL POLICIES:
Neighbourhood Renewal Strategy
7 Pledges
Central Salford URC's Vision and Regeneration Framework and Business Plan
DETAILS
1.0
Stakeholder and Partner Event
1.1
A Stakeholder Event has been scheduled for the 13th December 2006 1pm to 4pm at
The Lowry to commence a comprehensive engagement strategy to support the Irwell
City Park Lottery Application. The event represents the first opportunity for the Irwell
City Park (ICP) Partnership to identify and bring together all the key stakeholders
and partners from Salford, Manchester and Trafford.
1.2
The stakeholder event will help to develop strong working links with key stakeholders
and partners. The emphasis on continuous stakeholder involvement throughout the
life of the project is in line with the Big Lottery application guidance statement that
they are looking to fund projects which:
"have strong stakeholder and partnership involvement and are developed
strategically through integrating and supporting wider local, regional and national
strategies"
1.3
The event intends to raise awareness of the ICP project amongst stakeholders and
encourage them to raise awareness within their respective groups and
organisations. The event will also provide an opportunity to consult with attendees
to help shape the ICP proposals. It will provide an opportunity for the project
management consultants (Buro4) and recently appointed Design and Technical
consultants (Broadway Malyan) to outline plans for submission of the Stage 2
application.
1.4
It is estimated that over 120 people will attend the event representing strategic
stakeholders from across the three local authorities, local strategic partnerships,
local regeneration partnerships, as well as NWDA and EP. The event is also
seeking representation from health, education, crime & disorder , leisure and
environmental organisations. The business community will be represented through
support agencies such as GM Chamber, Manchester Enterprises and MIDAS.
1.5
The event format will include an initial presentation, followed by Q+A session and
finally workshop sessions where attendees will be able to provide feedback that will
help shape the ICP proposals.
1.6
After the stakeholder and partner event attendees will be kept up to date with ICP
project progress through regular newsletters/ bulletins about the project, and
through a bespoke website now being developed.
2.0
Lobbying
2.1
The importance of engaging key stakeholders who can represent and support the
bid at the national/ international level will be crucial. Hazel Blears, M.P. has
expressed her interest and desire to help at the recent Local Democracy Day and
the in-house project team would welcome guidance on how best to keep her
informed of the project - as well as the other remaining Salford M.P's.
2.2
We would also like to request that the ICP project be included , as a brief item, on
the agenda for the forthcoming meeting with the new DCMS Permanent Secretary.
A copy of the plan for Irwell City Park and the marketing brochure can be made
available to assist this.