Issue - meetings

To note the progress and work of the Hertfordshire Growth Board and to consider the Council entering into a Memorandum of Understanding.

In response to a Member’s question, the Borough Solicitor advised that should conflicts arise between various partners/signatories to the Memorandum of Understanding, there was a clause allowing for 30 days’ notice to be given for withdrawal from the partnership, although any obligations given towards specific projects may need to continue until those projects were completed.

It was RESOLVED:

1.         That the progress and work of the Hertfordshire Growth Board be noted.

2.         That it be agreed that Stevenage Borough Council enter into the Hertfordshire Growth Board Memorandum of Understanding, attached as Appendix 1 to the report.

Reason for Decision:  As contained in report.

Other Options considered:  As contained in report.