Issue - meetings

The Board received an update report on performance against the Greenest Borough Strategy. Key achievements included the establishment of a low carbon zone in Muswell Hill following a successful bid for GLA funding, implementation of a community energy monitor scheme, expansion of the mixed-material recycling service, sign up to the national 10:10 project and continuation of the water conservation publicity campaign.

Confirmation was provided that key milestones for the Clean Sweep programme would be included in the update report for quarter 3.

Concerns were expressed regarding the number of projects with a red RAG status. Confirmation was provided that some had been categorised as such due to their long-term nature, although it was recognised an update of resolution dates was required. In addition, uncertainty surrounding future TfL funding had also impacted on progress with some projects.

In relation to delays with the Lordship Rec scheme, the Board were updated that background work was currently being undertaken on site, and had identified significant problems with water quality. Remedial work would be undertaken in conjunction with the Environment Agency to resolve these issues through the use of hydrodynamic separators.

The Board were updated on the success of the Streetcar initiative, including potential expansion of the scheme.

RESOLVED:

·      That the report be noted.

·      That an update report on the Streetcar initiative, including potential expansion of the service be received to the next meeting.