Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: January 16, 2025

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED   KEY DECISION   That the Executive approved the Highway Asset Management Policy and Strategy.     Reasons for Recommendations – The updates to these documents are the first step in refreshing the wide suite of documents that govern how the Council manages and maintains its highway network. By adopting these new documents the Council will: ·        Establish a clear strategic position that supports ongoing operational requirements and the Council’s duties under the Highways Act 1980. ·        Enact a rebrand of key documents under the North Northamptonshire Council banner ·        Set the basis for the cost effective management of highway assets ·        Improve its decision making in terms of budget disaggregation and future investment. ·        Provide a framework that gives clarity to service users as to what its priorities and service standards are.   Alternative Options Considered –  The alternative option is not to adopt the revised Policy and Strategy.  The Council would continue to deliver its highway services through its contract with Kier and the overarching guidance governing these activities would continue to be the 2019 Northamptonshire County Council documents. However, the previous guidance does not reflect the specific needs of North Northamptonshire, nor does it present a credible approach to the way the Council makes decisions on how it prioritises the funds available for highway maintenance across its highway network. For these reasons, this option is not recommended.