Issue - meetings

Briefing and answers to questions from Councillor Brian Haley, Cabinet Member for Environment and Conservation.

Councillor Brian Haley, the Cabinet Member for Environment and Conservation provided to the committee answers to

 questions submitted in advance by Members and a briefing on the key issues contained within his portfolio.

Members enquired with regards to the perceived declining standard of Street Cleaning, particularly in Northumberland Park ward.  The Cabinet Member agreed to look into the matter and attend a walkabout in the ward with Councillor John Bevan.  He also confirmed that the Council’s litter bins were regularly audited and stated his intention to consult on the placement of new bins.

The Cabinet Member confirmed the Council’s commitment for all street lighting to be renewed, and stated that although this was a very large financial commitment, a number of joint initiatives were ongoing.

In response to an enquiry about the Community Clear-Up, the Cabinet Member stated that it had been paid for out on a nowexhausted funding stream.  Any future scheme would have to be paid for out of the Council’s budget.

RESOLVED:

1. That the Cabinet Member undertake a walkabout around Northumberland Park ward with Councillor John Bevan, and that he provide feedback to the committee on its results.

2. That the Assistant Director – Streetscene provide to the committee information on action to combat the rubbish dumping situation at Highfield Close.

3. That the Assistant Director – Streetscene provide information on the tackling of other rubbish dumping ‘hotspots’.

4. That the briefing and answers to the questions be noted.