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Contact: Stuart Robinson (0113) 24 74360 Email: stuart.robinson@leeds.gov.uk
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Chair's Opening Remarks Minutes: The Chair welcomed everyone to the November meeting of the Scrutiny Board (City Development). |
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Late Items To identify items which have been admitted to the agenda by the Chair for consideration.
(The special circumstance shall be specified in the minutes.) Minutes: The Chair agreed to accept the following document as supplementary information:-
The updated document replaced the original appendix previously circulated with the papers. |
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Declaration of Interests To declare any personal / prejudicial interests for the purpose of Section 81(3) of the Local Government Act 2000 and paragraphs 8 to 12 of the Members’ Code of Conduct. Minutes: The following personal interests were declared at the meeting:-
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Apologies for Absence and Notification of Substitutes To receive any apologies for absence and notification of substitutes. Minutes: Apologies for absence were received on behalf of Councillors D Atkinson, J Elliott and M Rafique.
Notification had been received for Councillor J Lewis to substitute for Councillor D Atkinson and for Councillor M Coulson to substitute for Councillor M Rafique.
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Minutes of the Previous Meeting PDF 78 KB To confirm as a correct record the minutes of the meeting held on 5th October 2010.
Minutes: RESOLVED - That the minutes of the meeting held on 5th October 2010 be confirmed as a correct record.
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Request for Scrutiny of the Withdrawal of Remaining Creche Provision at Leisure Centres PDF 64 KB To consider a report of he Head of Scrutiny and Member Development on a request for Scrutiny of the Withdrawal of Remaining Creche Provision at Leisure Centres. Additional documents: Minutes: The Head of Scrutiny and Member Development submitted a report on a request for Scrutiny of the Withdrawal of Remaining Creche Provision at Leisure Centres.
Appended to the report were copies of the following documents for the information/comment of the meeting:-
The following representatives were in attendance:-
Councillor M Lobley, Roundhay Ward Member Councillor A Olilvie, Executive Member with a portfolio responsibility for leisure Richard Mond, Chief Recreation Officer, City Development Ian Waller, Sports Operation Manager, City Development
Prior to considering the request for scrutiny, the Board’s Principal Scrutiny Adviser outlined the Constitutional arrangements and sought the approval of the Board that the request for scrutiny was not subject to call-in as it was not a key or major decision.
The Board accepted that this request was not subject to call-in.
The Chair invited the above attendees to provide relevant background information and to highlight key issues in relation to the request for scrutiny and Board Members sought clarification on the points raised.
In summary, specific reference was made to the following issues:-
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To consider a report of the Head of Scrutiny and Member Development on a request for Scrutiny of the Leeds Libraries and Information Service – Proposed Staffing Structure. Additional documents: Minutes: The Head of Scrutiny and Member Development submitted a report on a request for Scrutiny of the Leeds Libraries and Information Service, Proposed Staffing Structure.
Appended to the report were copies of the following documents for the information/comment of the meeting:-
The following representatives were in attendance and responded to Board Members’ queries and comments:-
Councillor P Wadsworth, Guiseley and Rawdon Ward Member Councillor A Olilvie, Executive Member with portfolio responsibility for leisure Martin Farrington, Acting Director of City Development Catherine Blanchard, Chief Libraries, Arts and Heritage Officer, City Development
Prior to considering the request for scrutiny, the Board’s Principal Scrutiny Adviser outlined the Constitutional arrangements and sought the approval of the Board that the request for scrutiny was not subject to call-in as it was not a key or major decision.
The Board accepted that this request was not subject to call-in.
The Chair invited the above attendees to provide relevant background information and to highlight key issues in relation to the request for scrutiny and Board Members sought clarification on the points raised.
In summary, specific reference was made to the following issues:-
(The Board noted that the staffing structure had already been implemented) The Chair then allowed Councillor Wadsworth to sum up prior to making a decision on the request for scrutiny.
RESOLVED- a) That the contents of the report and appendices be noted. b) That the request for scrutiny from Councillor P Wadsworth for a Scrutiny Inquiry into the decision by the Council to restructure the Leeds Libraries and Information Service be refused.
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Inquiry to Consider the Future of Kirkgate Market PDF 55 KB To consider a report of the Head of Scrutiny and Member Development on the Board’s Inquiry to consider the future of Kirkgate Market. Additional documents: Minutes: Referring to Minute 55 of the meeting held on 5th October 2010, the Head of Scrutiny and Member Development submitted a report on the Board’s Inquiry to consider the future of Kirkgate Market.
Appended to the report was a copy of the revised terms of reference for the Inquiry to consider the future of Kirkgate Market for the information/comment of the meeting.
The following representatives attended the meeting and responded to Board Members’ questions and comments:-
Martin Farrington, Acting Director of City Development Cath Follin, Head of City Centre and Markets, City Development
It was suggested that the terms of reference should include the effect that the proposed Eastgate development would have on the market.
RESOLVED- a) That the contents of the report and appendices be noted. b) That the revised terms of reference for the Inquiry to consider the future of Kirkgate Market be approved in accordance with the report now submitted, subject to the addition of reference to the effect that the Eastgate development would have on the market.
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West Yorkshire Local Transport Plan 2011-2026 PDF 81 KB To consider a report of the Acting Director of City Development on a consultation document for the Local Transport Plan Strategy for 2011-2026.
Additional documents: Minutes: The Acting Director of City Development submitted a report on a consultation document for the Local Transport Plan Strategy for 2011-2026.
Appended to the report were copies of the following documents for the information/comment of the meeting:-
The following representatives were in attendance and responded to Board Members’ queries and comments:-
Martin Farrington, Acting Director of City Development Andrew Hall, Acting Head of Transport Policy, City Development Helen Standing, Local Transport Plan 3 Team Project Leader, Metro Andy Chymera, Local Transport Plan 3 Communication Lead, Metro
In summary, summary specific reference was made to the following issues:-
Following discussions, officers from both Leeds City Council and Metro noted the individual comments made by Board Members and agreed to take them forward as part of the on-going consultation exercise.
RESOLVED- a) That the contents of the report and appendices be noted. b) That this Board notes that a report on the final proposals in relation to implementing a Local Transport Strategy for 2011-2026 would be submitted to this meeting for consideration/comment in January 2011. c) That the Board’s Principal Scrutiny Adviser be requested to invite a senior representative from First Bus to attend a future meeting and to update the Board’s work programme accordingly.
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City Development Directorate: 2010/11 Budget - Financial Position PDF 53 KB To consider a report of the Head of Scrutiny and Member Development providing the Board with a financial position for the City Development Directorate at period 6 and projection for period 7.
Additional documents: Minutes: Referring to Minute 56 of the meeting held on 5th October 2010, the Head of Scrutiny and Member Development submitted a report providing the Board with a financial position for the City Development Directorate at period 6 and projection for period 7.
Appended to the report was a copy of a document entitled ‘ City Development Directorate; 2010/Budget – Period 6 Report’ for the information/comment of the meeting.
The following representatives were in attendance and responded to Members’ queries and comments:-
Martin Farrington, Acting Director of City Development Simon Criddle, Head of Finance, City Development
Discussion ensued on the contents of the report and appendices and arising from the presentation of the figures, the Board noted that the City Development department had a current overspend of ½ million.
Specific concern was also raised with regards to the reduction in spend on the book fund of £300k.
RESOLVED – That the contents of the report and appendices be noted.
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Guide for Elected Members on Section 106 and 278 Agreements PDF 55 KB To consider a report of the Chief Planning Officer on a guide for Elected Members on Section 106 and 278 Agreements.
Additional documents: Minutes: Referring to Minute 31 of the meeting held on 7th September 2010, the Chief Planning Officer on a guide for Elected Members on Section 106 and 278 Agreements.
Appended to the report was a copy of the guide entitled ‘A Guide to Section 106’ for the information/comment of the meeting.
The following representatives were in attendance and responded to Board Members’ queries and comments:-
Phil Crabtree, Chief Planning Officer, City Development Helen Cerroti, Development Project Manager, City Development
In summary, specific reference was made to the following issues:-
(The Chief Planning Officer responded and agreed to undertake this request)
(The Chief Planning Officer responded and agreed to undertake this request)
RESOLVED- That the contents of the report, together with the guide be received and noted.
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Working Groups Update PDF 56 KB a) Grants to Culture and Sport Related Organisations Working Group
To consider a report of the Head of Scrutiny and Member Development on the Grants to Culture and Sport Related Organisations Working Group
b) Cemeteries and Crematoria Horticultural Maintenance Working Group
To consider a report of the Head of Scrutiny and Member Development on Cemeteries and Crematoria Horticultural Maintenance Working Group Additional documents: Minutes: a) The Head of Scrutiny and Member Development submitted a report updating the meeting on the Grants to Culture and Sport Related Organisations Working Group for the information/comment of the meeting.
RESOLVED - That the contents of the report be noted.
b) The Head of Scrutiny and Member Development submitted a report updating the meeting on the Cemeteries and Crematoria Horticultural Maintenance Working Group for the information/comment of the meeting.
RESOLVED - That the contents of the report be noted.
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Work Programme, Executive Board Minutes and Forward Plan of Key Decisions PDF 53 KB To consider a report of the Head of Scrutiny and Member Development on the Board’s work programme, together with a copy of the latest Executive Board minutes and the Forward Plan of Key Decisions.
Additional documents: Minutes: The Head of Scrutiny and Member Development submitted a report providing Members with a copy of the Board’s current Work Programme. The Executive Board minutes of 23rd September 2010, together with the Forward Plan of Key Decisions for the period 1st November 2010 to 28th February 2011 were also attached to the report.
RESOLVED- a) That the contents of the report and appendices be noted. b) That the Executive Board minutes of 23rd September 2010, together with the Forward Plan of Key Decisions for the period 1st November 2010 to 28th February 2011 be noted. c) That the Board’s Principal Scrutiny Adviser be requested to update the work programme to include the following items:- · Local Transport Strategy for 2011-2026 (January 2011) · Update on Section 106 monies divided by ward
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Date and Time of Next Meeting (s) a) To note that the next meeting of the Board will be held on Tuesday 7th December 2010 at 10.00 am with a pre meeting for Board Members at 9.30 am.
b) To note the dates and times of the following Board meetings for the remainder of the year:-
Tuesday 7th December 2010 at 10.00am Tuesday 11th January 2011 at 10.00am Tuesday 8th February 2011 at 10.00am Tuesday 8th March 2011 at 10.00am Tuesday 5th April 2011 at 10.00am
(N.B. Pre meetings for Board Members at 9.30am) Minutes: RESOLVED - To note the dates and times of the following Board meetings for the remainder of the year:-
Tuesday 7th December 2010 at 10.00am Tuesday 11th January 2011 at 10.00am Tuesday 8th February 2011 at 10.00am Tuesday 8th March 2011 at 10.00am Tuesday 5th April 2011 at 10.00am
(N.B. Pre meetings for Board Members at 9.30am)
(The meeting concluded at 12.50pm)
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