Highways Infrastructure Asset Management Communications Plan

There are a number of objectives that the Council are committed to delivering in order to ensure we have a high profile communications plan that is informed by gaining views from key stakeholders, which we will incorporate in to our services, to ensure we deliver to the highest standards utilising the principals of asset management.

The objectives are as follows:

• to support the corporate vision for the Borough, enhancing the reputation of the Council as a community leader
• to gain political commitment and Senior Officers support for effective and efficient asset management
• to inform people how we spend their money efficiently on maintaining and improving the highways infrastructure, using the most appropriate interventions
• to keep Stockton moving, good roads are essential for Stockton's economy prospects, infrastructure and quality of life
• to engage and listen to people's concerns about the network and feedback our progress on a regular and timely basis, demonstrating that their views do matter and do make a difference
• to share the positive work being undertaken to maintain and improve the Borough's highway infrastructure via the various different medians
• communicate with businesses, partners, community groups and other organisations, in addition to residents
• understand our audiences and use appropriate, targeted, accessible communications methods to engage with all residents, partners and organisations
• improving safety for all road users