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The Executive considered a report providing an
overview of the work undertaken, including public consultation, to
develop a Stevenage Cycle Hire Scheme.
 
In reply to a
series of Member questions, officers commented:

·        
Discussions would be ongoing with the operator
regarding the programme/timescales for Phases 1A and 1B of the
Scheme, with the intention of both phases being implemented as soon
as practicably possible; and

·        
Officers were requested to liaise with Hertfordshire
County Council (HCC) officers with a view to HCC providing a
financial contribution to support the Scheme through use of Section
106/Community Infrastructure Levy funds.
A discussion ensued regarding the locations of
the bike storage units and electrical charging points, and it was
agreed that Ward Members should be consulted about these before any
works commenced.  It was suggested that
it might be appropriate for an event to be held after the May 2024
Elections, in order that the views of newly-elected Members could
be taken into account.  This could take
the form of an all-Member overview meeting, followed by individual
area/ward meetings (similar to the Policing Priority meetings).
 
It was RESOLVED:
 

1.         
That the progress made in the Stevenage Cycle Hire
Scheme and work undertaken by officers up to September 2023 (as set
out in Appendices A, B, C, D, E and F of the report) be
noted.

2.         
That the ongoing strategic direction
and final steps for the Cycle Hire Scheme, to further develop the
proposal for a scheme in Stevenage, be approved.
 

3.         
That it be noted that the comments of the
Environment & Economy Select Committee have been sought and
considered on the content of the report.
 

4.         
That it be noted that engagement with key
stakeholders will continue, ahead of incorporating the Cycle Hire
Scheme.
Reason for
Decision:  As contained in
report.
Other Options considered:  As
contained in report.