Agenda and minutes

Apologies for absence were received from Cllrs Carpenter, Cerasoli, England, Frampton, E Heron, Holding, Kidd, Rackham, Rickman and Thorne.

To confirm the minutes of the meeting held on 16 May 2022 as a correct record.

RESOLVED:

That the minutes of the meeting held on 16 May 2022, be confirmed.

To note any declarations of interests made by members in connection with an agenda item.  The nature of the interests 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 by Members.

Cllr Harrison, for transparency purposes, declared his membership of Totton and Eling Town Council.

Engagements

The Chairman reported on the following recent engagements:-

26 May 2022

Alongside the Vice-Chairman and immediate Past Chairman, three trees were planted at Appletree Court in celebration of Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.  This was followed by a very successful staff thank you event with the Leader and Chief Executive.

The Chairman added that he had attended a number of other celebratory events for the Platinum Jubilee, both in the District and also across Hampshire.

6 June 2022

Attended the Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire’s Reception for New Mayors and Chairmen in Winchester.

9 June 2022

Attended the High Sheriff’s Summer Garden Party in Exbury.

20 June 2022

Alongside the Leader of the Council, the Armed Forces Flag at Appletree Court was raised.

10 July 2022

Attended New Milton Town Council’s commemoration of the Indian Memorial at Barton-on-Sea.

18 June 2022

The Vice-Chairman represented the District at the Royal Lymington Yacht Club’s Centenary Regatta, attended by HRH The Princess Royal.

3 July 2022

Cllr Derek Tipp, past Chairman represented the District at the National Motor Museum’s 50th Anniversary celebrations in Beaulieu, hosted by Lord Montague.

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To consider the reports of the Cabinet dated:-

·        4 May 2022;

·        1 June 2022; and

·        6 July 2022 (to follow).

The Deputy Leader of the Council first presented the report of the Cabinet meeting held on 4 May 2022 and moved the adoption of the recommendations.  Cllr J Heron seconded the motion.

Paragraph 1 – Shaping a Vision and Plan for the Future of Totton

A local Member welcomed the focus on Totton, particularly in the context of the town centre.  It was requested that consideration was given to the role of the Town Council and Neighbourhood Plan team in this work.  An example of improved tree planting was cited as one of a number of lower cost initiatives to enhance the area.

In response to concerns on a town focused approach, the Portfolio Holder for Finance, Investment and Corporate Services reassured Members that Totton was a sensible starting point.  However, many communities across the District would see the benefit of the Council’s initiatives in regeneration over time.

Paragraph 4 – Commercial Property Opportunity

In response to concerns on the risk to the Council of investing in uncertain times, the Portfolio Holder for Finance, Investment and Corporate Services highlighted the long term strategy of the Council in this area.  With robust checks in the commercial sector, the strategy placed the Council in a strong position.

RESOLVED:

That the report be received and the recommendations be adopted.

The Deputy Leader of the Council then presented the report of the Cabinet meeting held on 1 June 2022 and moved that it be received.  Cllr J Heron seconded the motion.

Paragraph 1 – Dibden Golf Club Rent Review and Lease Variation

The Chair of the Dibden Golf Club Working Group placed on record her thanks to Members and Officers for their work in reaching a sensible contract variation that protected both the Council and the delivery of services by the Council’s partner, Mytime Active.

A local Member encouraged Members to continue holding Mytime Active to account to ensure the promotion of golf to younger people in the District.

Paragraph 3 – New Forest National Park Partnership Plan 2022-2027

One Member highlighted the importance of working in partnership to encourage affordable and sustainable transport in the District and particularly in the National Park.

RESOLVED:

That the report be received.

The Deputy Leader of the Council then presented the report of the Cabinet meeting held on 6 July 2022 and moved the adoption of the recommendations.  Cllr J Heron seconded the motion.

Paragraph 1 – Waste Strategy 2022-2027

Cllr Harrison moved an amendment to the recommendations, as follows:-

“This Council undertakes to hold a referendum, allowing local people to have a say before the method of household waste collection is changed from the plastic sack system to wheelie bins.”

Cllr J Davies seconded the amendment.

Those in favour of the amendment highlighted the significance of the service changes detailed in the Waste Strategy, and that local people should have a choice.  The detail on how support and education on the strategy would be provided was also sought.  Despite good responses to the consultation, it  ...  view the full minutes text for item 16.

Under Standing Order 22.

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To ask questions of Portfolio Holders. Questions received will be tabled at the meeting.  Members are reminded that questions must be submitted to the Chief Executive or to the Executive Head of Governance and Housing by not later than 12.00 noon, Friday 8 July 2022.

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To consider any changes to the membership of Committees or Panels that might be proposed by the political groups.

RESOLVED:

That the following changes to Committee and Panel Memberships, be agreed:-

General Purposes and Licensing Committee

Cllr Kangarani to be replaced by Cllr J Davies.

HR Committee

Cllr Kangarani to be replaced by Cllr Clark.