Issue - meetings

To note a report by the Director of Neighbourhoods and Housing introducing Mark Metcalf the recently appointed Youth Development Worker for Inner and Outer West Leeds.

(Executive Function)   -    5 Mins

The Director of Neighbourhoods and Housing submitted a report introducing Mark Metcalf the recently appointed Youth Development Worker for Inner and Outer West Leeds.

Mark Metcalf addressed the meeting and responded to Members’ questions and comments.

A brief discussion ensued on the update provided by the Youth Development Worker and Members pointed out that the proposed work programme referred to areas within West Outer Area Committee, although they agreed with the concept of the work he wishes to accomplish with the 9-13 year age group. 

RESOLVED - 

(a)  That the appointment of Mark Metcalf, Youth Development Worker to  

  work with 9-13 age group in the Inner and  Outer West Leeds areas, be welcomed and noted.

(b)  That the Youth Worker be instructed to contact  each Ward Member

  individually  to ascertain the hotspot areas where work is needed to

  develop provision of services for young people in the West Inner area.