Decision details

TRAFFORD PARK LINE METROLINK EXTENSION

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: Yes

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Decision:

1. That the results of the recent public consultation on Trafford Park Line scheme be noted.

 2. That the proposed alignment of the Trafford Park Line, as shown in the plans in Appendix A to the report, be note and supported. 

3. That the submission of the Transport and Works Act Order (TWAO) application for the Trafford Park Line scheme to Government be supported.

4. That the cost and funding requirements relating to the delivery of the Metrolink Trafford Park scheme be noted and agreement be given to the provision of a £20m local contribution to the scheme, from funding secured by Trafford Council.

5. That authority for completing the Funding Agreement with Transport for Greater Manchester be delegated to the Director of Legal & Democratic Services in consultation with the Director of Finance.

Report author: Corporate Director Economic Growth and Environmental Infrastructure

Publication date: 18/12/2014

Date of decision: 01/12/2014

Decided at meeting: 01/12/2014 - Executive

Effective from: 06/01/2015

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