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Economic Development Strategy and Inward Investment & Growth Strategy
Meeting: 05/11/2019 - Cabinet (Item 67)
67 Economic Development Strategy and Inward Investment & Growth Strategy PDF 83 KB
The Cabinet is requested to consider the agenda report and its appendices and make the following resolution as set out below:
That Cabinet agrees to the adoption of the Economic Development Strategy (appendix 1) and Inward Investment & Growth Strategy (appendix 2) in accordance with the proposal set out in paragraph 5 of the report.
Additional documents:
- Economic Development Strategy and Inward Investment & Growth Strategy - appendix 1, item 67 PDF 233 KB
- Economic Development Strategy and Inward Investment & Growth Strategy - appendix 2, item 67 PDF 188 KB
Decision:
RESOLVED
That the adoption of the Economic Development Strategy (appendix 1) and Inward Investment & Growth Strategy (appendix 2) in accordance with the proposal set out in section 5 of this report.
Minutes:
Mr Bell introduced the item. He explained the two strategies for consideration; the Economic Development Strategy and the Inward Investment & Growth Strategy. A number of aspects of the current strategy remain relevant and have therefore been included in addition to some new aims. The strategies also outline the council’s links with Coast to Capital and West Sussex County Council. Within the Economic Development Strategy key priority areas such as supporting the high street, supporting growth orientated businesses and making the most of the districts natural assets are included. Mr Bell emphasised that the strategies are high level documents and further detailed action plans would follow.
Ms Burgoyne confirmed that the Economic Development Annual Service Plan will consider the action points raised.
Mrs Lintill invited Mr Plowman to the table following a request to speak on the item. Mr Plowman noted the impact of Brexit on the district and requested consideration be given to a flexible approach for the future. He also referenced car parking but acknowledged that he would discuss that further in the next item.
Mr Briscoe and Mrs Graves gave their support to the strategies.
With reference to page 85 Mrs Taylor requested clarification of the abbreviation SEP. Ms Burgoyne confirmed that is stands for Strategic Economic Plan.
Mr Bell clarified that Chichester, Midhurst, Petworth and Selsey high streets were all included in the Strategy. He also supported the inclusion of references to horticulture.
Mrs Lintill noted the opportunity to work positively in partnership with other organisations and local authorities.
Mr Briscoe emphasised the importance of acknowledging the districts heritage.
Mrs Lintill requested clarification of the timescale for the action plans. Ms Burgoyne confirmed that work will start on the Service Action plans in January.
Decision
The Cabinet then voted unanimously to make the resolution below.
RESOLVED
That the adoption of the Economic Development Strategy (appendix 1) and Inward Investment & Growth Strategy (appendix 2) in accordance with the proposal set out in section 5 of this report.