Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: April 17, 2025

Purpose:

Content: The Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Economy and Place, which sought approval to procure and appoint a main contractor to undertake public realm improvement works to the Heywood Civic Square (currently Peine square). The report also sought to update on progress of works to date on both Heywood’s Civic Square and Heywood’s Civic Centre and a summary of the proposed improvements to Heywood’s Square.   The Senior Project Officers from Rochdale Development Agency were in attendance to present the information and to address the questions and the comments of the Cabinet Members.   Resolved that the recommendations outlined at point 2.1 – 2.3 of the report be agreed.   Reason for decision: As outlined at point 3 of the report.   Alternatives considered and rejected: As outlined at point 4 of the report.