Agenda and minutes

There were no late items of business to consider, however the Chair agreed to accept the following supplementary information:

·  Item 9, Well Being Report – Appendix 2, Capital Budget.

It was noted that the meeting was inquorate and Members present were advised that the Committee was unable to make any formal decisions.  Notes of the meeting would be submitted to the next meeting of the Area Committee for approval as a correct record and to formally ratify any recommendations which had been made.

Members present were informed that should there be any decisions urgently requiring determination prior to the next meeting, then following consultation with all Committee Members, such decisions could potentially be taken via officers’ delegated authority.

In accordance with paragraphs 6.24 and 6.25 of the Area Committee Procedure Rules, the Chair allowed a period of up to 10 minutes for members of the public to make representations or to ask questions on matters within the terms of reference of the Area Committee. 

On this occasion, there were no matters raised under this item by members of the public.

To confirm as a correct record the minutes of the meeting held on 25 March 2013

RECOMMENDED – That consideration of the minutes of the meeting held on 25 March 2013 be deferred until the next meeting.

To receive and consider the attached report of the Chief Officer (Democratic and Central Services)

Presentation 5 Mins/Discussion 5 Mins (Council Function)

Presenting Officer: Andy Booth

Due to the meeting being inquorate, this item was deferred to the meeting of full Council on 20 May 2013 for consideration.

To receive and consider the attached report of the Assistant Chief Executive (Customer Access and Performance)

Presentation 10 mins/Discussion 10 mins (Executive Function)

Presenting Officer: Aretha Hanson

The report of the Assistant Chief Executive (Customer Access and Performance) provided Members with the following:

·  Confirmation of the 2013/14 revenue allocation and the 2012/13 carry forward figure

·  An update on both the revenue and capital elements of the Wellbeing budget

·  Details of revenue funding for consideration and approval

·  Details of revenue projects agreed to date

·  Details of capital projects agreed to date

·  A summary of the revenue proposals for 2013/14 which linked to the priorities and actions in the Area Committee Business Plan

·  The position of the Small Grants Budget.

Aretha Hanson, Area Officer presented the report.

The following issues were discussed:

·  Whether future funding was to be allocated on a ward by ward basis.

·  Project proposals for funding as outlined in the report.

RECOMMENDED -

(1)  That the report be noted.

(2)  That the position of the Wellbeing Budget be noted.

(3)  That the following project proposals be approved:

·  Victim’s Fund - £2,500

·  John O Gaunt’s Junior Wardens Scheme - £3,500

·  Outer South Christmas Trees and Lights for 2013/14 - £4,740

(4)  That Wellbeing revenue projects already agreed be noted.

(5)  That the small grants position be noted.

(6)  That the wellbeing fund not be split by Ward.

(7)  That Appendix 2, Capital allocations no longer be included in the Area Committee Wellbeing report, but that it be made available for inspection upon request.

To receive and consider the attached report of the Area Leader – South Leeds.

Presentation 10 mins/Discussion 10 mins (Executive Function)

Presenting Officer: Aretha Hanson

The report of the Area Leader – South East Leeds presented an update on the key work taking place within the Outer South Leeds area not covered elsewhere on the agenda.

Members’ attention was brought to the following issues:

·  Children and Young People’s Working Group – review of the terms of reference and membership.  It was reported that there was to be approximately £30,000 for Children’s Services to spend on activities.

·  Delegation of Youth Services resources.

·  Transfer of the Rose Lund Community Centre

·  Morley Empty Shops Fund – an application had been approved by Morley Town Centre Management Board for a new shop front at 30-32 Chapelhill, Morley.

·  Wesley Street Public Conveniences – it was reported that the building would be declared surplus to requirements.

·  Environmental Services – Service Level Agreement 3 was in draft form and comments were invited to be submitted to the Locality Manager.  A further report would be brought to the July meeting of the Area Committee.

·  Tingley Alleygates – there was an underspend and the Committee was asked to consider the use of this for the removal of barriers which were being used as an aid to climb over locked gates.

·  International Day of Older Persons – The Area Committee was asked to consider ringfencing Wellbeing funds to support a proposed event in recognition of the International Day of Older Persons.

·  Welfare Reform - The Committee heard from two officers representing West Yorkshire Trading Standards and the Financial Fitness Programme that was available. They highlighted the type of frauds which are prevalent at the moment and the workshops they provide to help people understand types of frauds and the rights they have as consumers. Information regarding welfare reform changes and banking and budgeting was also available.  The Committee’s support for the work undertaken was requested.

RECOMMENDED –

(1)  That the report be noted.

(2)  That Councillors Dawson, Mulherin and Bruce be nominated to represent their respective Wards on the Children and Young People’s Working Group.

Monday 15^th July 2013

Monday 9^th September 2013

Monday 21^st October 2013

Monday 2^nd December 2013

Monday 27^th January 2014

Monday 31^st March 2014

All meetings to commence at 4.00 p.m.  Venues to be confirmed.

Monday, 15 July 2013 at 4.00 p.m.  Venue to be confirmed.