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Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 17/06/2019
Effective from: 14/06/2019
Decision:
1.1 To temporarily close Ringwood Library to
safely complete essential maintenance to the roof.
1.2 The Library will be closed on the 18 June 2019.
Lead officer: Nicola Horsey
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 17/06/2019 - Cabinet
Decision published: 17/06/2019
Effective from: 26/06/2019
Decision:
Cabinet received a report of the Chief Executive regarding the referral of a
motion from County Council on 17 May 2019.
With the agreement of the Leader, three non-executive Members addressed Cabinet on this item.
Councillor Warwick noted that there was a collective responsibility to tackle climate change and that the Council’s carbon footprint was within its own control. She welcomed initiatives already in place on transport, energy, street lighting and the protection of the countryside.
Councillor Westbrook called for a mentality change to the threat of climate change. He supported a commitment to carbon neutrality and expressed his concern about the de-prioritisation of climate change by central government. He highlighted the extent to which concern was shared by young people and the need to reduce carbon emissions across all sectors in unison.
Councillor Tod addressed Cabinet as the proposer of the original Motion to Council. He paid tribute to the young people campaigning for change and felt there was an opportunity to take action. He highlighted that the urgency and scale of the problem meant it did amount to an emergency and that should be reflected in any action that was taken. He called for a plan for 100% carbon neutrality and to look beyond the Council’s own assets to include all policies and areas of service delivery and become core to the Council’s work.
The Leader thanked all three Members for their contribution.
The Director of Economy, Transport and Environment acknowledged the breadth of issues relating to climate change and noted that the action plan to follow up any pledge would be critical. He confirmed that the County Council had a strong track record of action, but couldn’t act alone on this matter. He welcomed the proposal for clear targets, that were also both ambitious and realistic.
The Leader welcomed the Prime Minister’s initiative for carbon neutrality by 2050 and felt that the County Council should take its own action to build on the success of past initiatives including those relating to schools, streetlighting, vehicles and in the Council’s own buildings. Within this, the outcomes of the Commission of Inquiry to 2050 should be taken into account.
It was proposed by the Leader and seconded by Councillor Humby:
“That Cabinet declares a ‘Climate Emergency’ in line with the action taken by many other Councils and organisations in the UK and globally, and commits to develop an action plan to provide a meaningful and effective set of measures to ensure that Hampshire moves towards carbon neutrality and greater resilience to the effects of climate change.
Furthermore because of the widespread public and member interest in this matter, that Cabinet recommends that the County Council endorses this decision”
Cabinet discussed the proposed recommendation, noting the importance of environmental stewardship and the threat of climate change to the current way of life. It was agreed that the recognition of the emergency was timely and the significance of turning a pledge into actions was noted.
The recommendation as proposed was agreed. A decision record is attached to these minutes.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 17/06/2019 - Cabinet
Decision published: 17/06/2019
Effective from: 26/06/2019
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Chief Executive and Head of Law and
Governance setting out the 2018/19 performance report.
The report was introduced and the high level of performance in the context of making significant savings was highlighted. The performance risks and successes detailed in the report were noted and successes in particular relating to Country Parks and Highways were discussed by Cabinet.
The findings of the 2018/19 Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman report were drawn to the attention of Cabinet, who noted that the vast majority of complaints were not investigated further and that Hampshire typically received fewer complaints than comparator Councils.
The recommendations in the report were considered and agreed. A decision record is attached to these minutes.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 17/06/2019 - Cabinet
Decision published: 17/06/2019
Effective from: 26/06/2019
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Chief Executive regarding changes to the Cabinet portfolios.
The recommendations in the report were agreed. A decision record is attached to these minutes.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 17/06/2019 - Cabinet
Decision published: 17/06/2019
Effective from: 26/06/2019
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Chief Executive regarding the Transformation to 2019 programme.
The report was introduced and it was highlighted that although the programme was on track, there was no room for complacency especially given the double-running that will occur with the implementation of the T21 programme later this year. The ‘outstanding in all areas’ Ofsted inspection outcome in Children’s Services was referenced and especially the positive views that were expressed about the transformation of Children’s Social Care. The on-going savings challenges in this area were also outlined with the graphs in section 5 demonstrating demand and cost pressures that are being actively tackled.
The continued success of the on-boarding of the three London Boroughs to the Council’s Shared Services platform and the first six months of operation, together with the newly developed agency staff joint venture were also highlighted.
Progress with planning for the successor T21 programme was briefly described including a reminder that the six week stage one public consultation on closing the budget gap was launched on 5th June.
The report was welcomed and with reference to the diagram at 3.6, the trend of re-distributing resources to statutory services was noted. The importance of protecting the most vulnerable and in some cases less visible service users was recognised.
The recommendations in the report were considered and agreed. A decision record is attached to these minutes.
To update Cabinet on the final position in
respect of the 2018/19 financial year and to approve any necessary
decisions on resource allocation and reserves.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 17/06/2019 - Cabinet
Decision published: 17/06/2019
Effective from: 26/06/2019
Decision:
Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Corporate Resources regarding the 2018/19 End of Year Financial report.
With reference to the report, key points were highlighted to Cabinet, in particular relating to the funding of the high needs block, reserves and treasury management. The auditors opinion for both the County Council and the pension fund were highlighted to Cabinet and it was confirmed that the opinion was as expected in both cases.
The recommendations in the report were considered and agreed. A decision record is attached to these minutes.
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 14/06/2019
Effective from: 21/01/2019
Decision:
1.1 To relocate Andover Registration Office
(appointments only) with effect from 26th May 2019.
1.2 To remove the ceremony room provision.
Lead officer: Nicola Horsey
Decision Maker: Director of Economy Transport & Environment
Decision published: 14/06/2019
Effective from: 11/06/2019
Decision:
That a traffic order be implemented under the
Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, the effects of which will be to
vary 'The Borough of Test Valley (Various Roads, Romsey) (Parking
Places, Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting, Prohibition of
Driving and Prohibition of Entry/One Way Street (Controlled Zone)
Order 2017' (the 'Principal Order') by replacing plan no. AC126
attached to it with plan no. AC126 - Rev1 attached to the order,
this will replace the existing restrictions with those described as
follows: please see the Decision Record.
Lead officer: Adrian Gray
The purpose of this report is to update the
Executive Member for Countryside and Rural Affairs on the progress
of the Rural Programme (RP). Information on both past and existing
commitments is included, with recommendations that maintain current
capacity and target shorter-term programme needs and opportunities.
Consideration is given to ensure the RP can also provide an
effective response to the Hampshire 2050 Commission of Enquiry
(CoI) in the ongoing delivery of services to our rural
communities.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Countryside and Rural Affairs
Made at meeting: 13/06/2019 - Executive Member for Countryside and Rural Affairs Decision Day
Decision published: 13/06/2019
Effective from: 21/06/2019
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
The purpose of this report is to introduce and
seek approval for the Rural Communities Fund (RCF) application from
Hursley Community Shop Association Ltd with the reference
CG00017279. The application is for contributions to support the
internal refit and improvement of the Hursley Village Store and
Post Office in Hursley
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Countryside and Rural Affairs
Made at meeting: 13/06/2019 - Executive Member for Countryside and Rural Affairs Decision Day
Decision published: 13/06/2019
Effective from: 21/06/2019
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Policy and Resources
Made at meeting: 11/06/2019 - Executive Member for Policy and Resources Decision Day
Decision published: 12/06/2019
Effective from: 20/06/2019
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 11/06/2019
Effective from: 11/06/2019
Decision:
1.1 That additional funding of £6,541.19
is approved for the project to upgrade the flat roof system.
1.2. That a contract is entered into following a tender exercise in
accordance with
Standing Orders using OJEU compliant frameworks.
1.3. That the funding for these schemes is from the School
Condition Allocation
Budget.
Lead officer: Steve Clow
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 10/06/2019
Effective from: 10/06/2019
Decision:
1.1. That works are undertaken to implement
the recommendations of the Fire Safety Review Group (FRSG)
alongside a number of building upgrades in the Castle Avenue
building, Winchester HQ. The proposed scope of works includes; fire
precaution works, LED lighting upgrade to the basement and small
scale building improvements. The detailed scope can be found in
section 2. These works are to be completed as part of the
implementation of the T19 Office Accommodation Savings
Strategy.
1.2. The total estimated cost of the project is £222,678
(inclusive of fees). The £15,000 required to install the LED
lighting to the basement will be covered by Salix funding. This
report seeks approval to allocate £207,678 from the R&M
Contingency to fund the fire precaution works and the small scale
building upgrades.
Lead officer: Steve Clow
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 10/06/2019
Effective from: 04/06/2019
Decision:
That the Countryside Access Group Manager
approve the making of an Order under Section 119 Highways Act 1980,
to divert part of Warnford Footpath 3 and Footpath 6.
Lead officer: Jonathan Woods
Decision Maker: Director of Children's Services
Decision published: 07/06/2019
Effective from: 05/06/2019
Decision:
That the Director of Children’s
Services, in consultation with the Executive Lead Member for
Education approves that: A Public Notice be published to close The
Woodlands Education Centre in Havant from 31 August 2019, and to
expand provision at The Key Education Centre in Gosport, utilising
the Woodlands site in Havant, with effect from 1 September
2019.
Lead officer: Steve Crocker
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 06/06/2019
Effective from: 23/05/2019
Decision:
That the County Council enters into an
Agreement with Mr. C.A.H. Wills to continue the licensed bridleway
alongside the A34 and through the subway until 22 May 2039 with a 3
year break clause.
Lead officer: Felicity Roe
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment regarding the consultation on
the Draft National Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management
Strategy launched by the Government on 9 May 2019, and setting out
the County Council’s broad position in relation to the key
issues ahead of submitting a formal written response by 4 July
2019.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Environment and Transport
Made at meeting: 04/06/2019 - Executive Member for Environment and Transport Decision Day
Decision published: 06/06/2019
Effective from: 14/06/2019
To consider the report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment seeking approval to procure and
spend, to facilitate delivery of a package of cycle network
improvements in Fareham.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Environment and Transport
Made at meeting: 04/06/2019 - Executive Member for Environment and Transport Decision Day
Decision published: 06/06/2019
Effective from: 14/06/2019
Divisions affected: Fareham Crofton; Fareham Town; Hardway; Lee; Leesland & Town;
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Environment and Transport
Made at meeting: 04/06/2019 - Executive Member for Environment and Transport Decision Day
Decision published: 06/06/2019
Effective from: 14/06/2019
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment seeking approval of the updated
Project Appraisal (adding additional cycling provision) for the
implementation of the Scheme to improve M27 Junction 9 and Parkway
South Roundabout, Whiteley, at an estimated cost of
£23.128million.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Environment and Transport
Made at meeting: 04/06/2019 - Executive Member for Environment and Transport Decision Day
Decision published: 06/06/2019
Effective from: 14/06/2019
Divisions affected: Fareham Sarisbury; Meon Valley;
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment seeking approval for the
proposed approach to the Over Wallop traffic management scheme,
including traffic calming in Station Road.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Environment and Transport
Made at meeting: 04/06/2019 - Executive Member for Environment and Transport Decision Day
Decision published: 06/06/2019
Effective from: 14/06/2019
Divisions affected: Test Valley Central;
To consider a report of the Director of
Economy, Transport and Environment regarding a scheme to implement
an off–road shared cycle/pedestrian route along Hut Hill,
linking Chandlers Ford with Chilworth, to improve facilities for
those travelling between the settlements.
Decision Maker: Executive Member for Environment and Transport
Made at meeting: 04/06/2019 - Executive Member for Environment and Transport Decision Day
Decision published: 06/06/2019
Effective from: 14/06/2019
Divisions affected: Chandler's Ford; Eastleigh South;
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 06/06/2019
Effective from: 04/06/2019
Decision:
1.1 This application was received in 2007 from
a solicitor acting on behalf of the landowner; the application was
made under Section 53 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. The
application seeks to delete Hyde Footpath 746, alleging that it was
incorrectly recorded at the time that the first Definitive Map was
drafted.
1.2. It is considered that the evidence submitted in support of the
application, and other evidence reviewed during the investigation,
indicates that, on the balance of probabilities, the route should
not be removed from the Definitive Map. The application is
therefore recommended for refusal.
1.3 Although there is insufficient evidence to support deletion of
the route as a Definitive Map Modification Order, it may be
possible to extinguish the route under the provisions of s118 of
the Highways Act (1980), as the route appears to be unused and
therefore is not needed by the public.
Lead officer: Jonathan Woods
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 06/06/2019
Effective from: 03/06/2019
Decision:
1.1. That additional funding of
£133,030.29 is approved to complete the recladding project at
Applemore College
1.2. That a contract is entered into following negotiation in
accordance with the Waiver of Standing orders / Single Tender
approval agreed by Legal Services
1.3. That the funding for these schemes is from the School
Condition Allocation budget
Lead officer: Steve Clow
Decision Maker: Director of Culture, Communities and Business Services
Decision published: 06/06/2019
Effective from: 05/06/2019
Decision:
That the proposed transactions be approved on
the basis of:
a) Up to £25,000 for lease/rental costs
b) Up to £250,000 for sale or purchase capital cost
Lead officer: Steve Clow
Decision Maker: Director of Children's Services
Decision published: 05/06/2019
Effective from: 04/06/2019
Decision:
That unconditional approval be given to the
following proposal; published by Hampshire County Council under
Section 19 (1) of the Education and Inspections Act 2006:
To make a prescribed alteration to RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY SPECIAL
SCHOOL, Scratchface Lane, Purbrook, Waterlooville, PO7 5QD
(category of schools – Special) by increasing the capacity of
the school, with effect from 1 September 2019.
Lead officer: Peter Colenutt
Decision Maker: Director of Children's Services
Decision published: 05/06/2019
Effective from: 04/06/2019
Decision:
That unconditional approval be given to the
following proposal; published by Hampshire County Council under
Section 19 (1) of the Education and Inspections Act 2006:
To make a prescribed alteration to RACHEL MADOCKS SCHOOL, Eagle
Avenue, Cowplain, Waterlooville, PO8 9XP, (category of schools
– Special) by increasing the capacity of the school, with
effect from 1 September 2019.
Lead officer: Peter Colenutt
Decision Maker: Director of Economy Transport & Environment
Decision published: 04/06/2019
Effective from: 21/05/2019
Decision:
1. That the Director approves the details of
the Hayling Island Pedestrian and Accessibility Improvements, as
set out in this paper.
2. That the Director gives approval to procure, spend and enter
into necessary contractual, legal and dedication arrangements to
implement this scheme, at a total estimated cost of £196,000,
to be funded from developer contributions.
Lead officer: Brandon Breen
Decision Maker: Director of Economy Transport & Environment
Decision published: 04/06/2019
Effective from: 20/05/2019
Decision:
1. That a traffic order be implemented under
the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, the effects of which will be
to impose 50mph speed limits (existing de-restricted (70mph)) on
the following lengths of the A331 and associated slip roads: please
see the Decision Record.
2. The order will also revoke an existing order and re-enact its
provisions save for the amendments described above.
Lead officer: Adrian Gray