Agenda and minutes

An apology for absence was received from Cllr J Heron.

To confirm the minutes of the meeting held on 6 October 2021 as a correct record.

RESOLVED:

That the minutes of the meeting held on 6 October 2021, be confirmed and signed.

To note any declarations of interest made by members in connection with an agenda item.  The nature of the interest must also be specified.

Members are asked to discuss any possible interests with Democratic Services prior to the meeting.

There were no declarations of any disclosable pecuniary interests made by Cabinet Members.

To note any issues raised during the public participation period.

There were no issues raised during the public participation period.

RESOLVED:

That the Cabinet:-

(a)  agree that the draft Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) “Parking Standards” be published and subject to a six-week period (or equivalent) of public consultation; and

(b)  That prior to publication, the final editing of the draft document (attached in Appendix 1 to the report) be agreed by the Executive Head for Planning, Regeneration and the Economy in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Planning, Regeneration and Infrastructure.

REASONS FOR DECISION:

As set out in the report.

KEY DECISION:

No.

PORTFOLIO:

Planning, Regeneration and Infrastructure.

ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS CONSIDERED/REJECTED:

As set out in the report.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST(S):

None.

DISCUSSION:

The Portfolio Holder introduced the report and highlighted that the item would be the subject of a six week consultation period.  The SPD was a necessary guidance document and needed to strike the right balance for the district, particularly in respect of sustainability.

RESOLVED:

That the contingency plans in section 4 of the report, be agreed.

REASONS FOR DECISION:

As set out in the report.

KEY DECISION:

No.

PORTFOLIO:

Environment and Coastal Services.

ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS CONSIDERED/REJECTED:

As set out in the report.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST(S):

None.

DISCUSSION:

The Portfolio Holder introduced the report and reassured Members and the public that there were no immediate plans to change services.  Residents were asked to continue as currently with their waste arrangements.

The Leader of the Council welcomed the contingency plan which was an honest appraisal of steps that might need to be taken to maintain service delivery.

Members of the Council recognised the dedication and resilience of Council officers in continuing service provision against the backdrop of numerous challenges.

RESOLVED:

That the Cabinet:-

(a)  notes the latest budget forecasts of the General Fund, Capital and Housing Revenue Account;

(b)  approves the Communications Service review, resulting in full year additional costs of approximately £50,000; and

(c)   approves the additional resources required in relation to Asbestos Management, resulting in full year additional costs of approximately £80,000 (with costs to be split between the HRA and General Fund accordingly).

REASONS FOR DECISION:

As set out in the report.

KEY DECISION:

No.

PORTFOLIO:

Finance, Investment and Corporate Services / All.

ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS CONSIDERED/REJECTED:

As set out in the report.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST(S):

None.

DISCUSSION:

In the absence of the Portfolio Holder, the Council’s Section 151 Officer introduced the report and highlighted the budget variations.

The Leader of the Council, in response to comments on service continuity, highlighted the need to pursue service innovation and efficiencies to ensure that front line services were protected and enhanced into the future.

RESOLVED:

That appointments to the New Forest National Park Authority, be agreed as follows,

for the remainder of the four year term ending May 2023:-

REASONS FOR DECISION:

As set out in the report.

KEY DECISION:

No.

PORTFOLIO:

Leader.

ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS CONSIDERED/REJECTED:

As set out in the report.

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST(S):

None.

DISCUSSION:

Note – Cllr Steele requested that his dissent from the resolution above, be recorded.