Agenda and minutes

To approve as a correct record and sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 25 September 2013.

The Minutes (copies of which had been circulated) of the meeting held on 25 September 2013 were approved as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

No declarations of interest were made.

To receive any announcements from the Chair about local community events or issues.

The Chair welcomed PC Woods (Greater Manchester Police) to the meeting. PC Woods provided an update on Neighbourhood Policing issues in the Marple Area Committee area and answered questions from Councillors and members of the public.

Members of the public are invited to put questions to the Chair of the Area Committee on any matters within the powers and duties of the Area Committee, subject to the exclusions set out in the Code of Practice (Questions must be submitted prior to the commencement of the meeting on the cards provided. These are available the meeting and at local libraries and information centres.  You can also submit via the Council’s website at www.stockport.gov.uk/publicquestions.

Members of the public were invited to submit questions to the Chair of the Area Committee on matters within the powers and duties of the Area Committee subject to the exclusions contained in the code of practice.

Two questions were submitted relating to gulley cleansing on the A6 and in respect to a schools project to create a memorial for World War One in Marple Memorial Park.

RESOLVED – (1) That the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration be requested to provide a written response to the questioner within seven days.

(2) That the Democratic Services Manager be requested to write a letter of support to the Deputy Head of Ludworth Primary School informing him that the Area Committee fully supports the project for the creation of a memorial for World War One to be placed in Marple Memorial Park.

The local Public Realm Inspector will attend the meeting to provide an update on matters raised at the last committee meetings. Councillors and Members of the public are invited to raise issues affecting local environmental quality and highway maintenance issues.

Rachel Bingham (Public Realm Service) attended the meeting to report on current issues and to answer questions from Councillors and members of the public in relation to highway and environmental quality issues within the area represented by Marple Area Committee.

The following comments were made/issues raised:-

·         The removal of asbestos from Strines Railway Station car park and following fly tipping in Marple Bridge.

·         Preparation for winter gritting during 2013/2014.

·         Resurfacing of the footway on Mount Drive.

·         Works to address drainage issues on Mill Brow were due to commence in the next few weeks.

·         The clearing of leaves to prevent blocked gullies – Councillors requested that the street cleansing rota be circulated.

·         The street lamp at the junction of Lay Hey Road and Winnington Road was still in need of repair.

RESOLVED – That Rachel Bingham be thanked for her attendance and presentation.

To receive petitions from members of the public and community groups.

One petition was submitted in relation to Proposed Waiting Restrictions on Winnington Road/Station Road, Marple.

The Chair suggested to the Area Committee that the petition should be considered in conjunction with agenda item 11 ‘Proposed Waiting Restrictions, Winnington Road/Station Road, Marple.’

RESOLVED – That the petition be noted and that it be considered in conjunction with agenda item 11 ‘Proposed Waiting Restrictions, Winnington Road/Station Road, Marple.’

Otterspool Road – United Utilities

A representative of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration and representative of United Utilities will attend the meeting to explain works which will take place on Otterspool Road throughout 2014.

Tony Lowes and Stephen Taylor representing United Utilities and Jon Brown (Traffic Management Engineer, Stockport Council) attended the meeting and made a presentation in relation to proposed sewer works on Otterspool Road, Romiley. 

It was stated that the intention of the works was to minimise the environmental impact of sewage overflow during periods of heavy rainfall on Hatherlow Brook by introducing a new waste transfer pipe along sections of Otterspool Road such that any overflow would discharge into the River Goyt.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         Works were scheduled to take place for approximately 12 months from January 2014, although the impact on vehicular traffic would not be constant throughout this period as work would also be taking place off the highway.

·         The Council would issue press releases and erect advanced warning signage in the vicinity of the proposed works before it commenced to allow drivers to plan alternative routes.

·         The Council had the ability to control the duration of highway works on Otterspool Road and there were fines that the Council could impose if the works overran.

RESOLVED – (1) That Tony Lowes, Stephen Taylor and Jon Brown be thanked for their attendance.

(2) That the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration be requested to liaise with United Utilities to prepare and submit regular reports to the Area Committee providing an update on the progression of the sewer works on Otterspool Road, Romiley.

To consider any applications for Area Flexibility Funding or to receive feedback from organisations who have received funding.

There were no Area Funding Applications to consider.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management & Regeneration.

The report informs Members of the proposal to introduce No Waiting At Any Time on part of Winnington Road/Station Road, Marple.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Executive Councillor approve the proposals contained in the report.

Officer Contact: Graham Price on Tel: 474 4893 or email: graham.price@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration (copies of which had been circulated) informing Councillors of a proposal to introduce No Waiting at Any Time restrictions on Winnington Road/ Station Road, Marple.

The Chair reported that in of a petition being submitted, consideration of the report should be deferred to enable the Corporate Director to assess the points raised in the petition and report to the next meeting.

RESOLVED – That consideration of the report be deferred to the next meeting to enable the Corporate Director to assess the points raised in the petition and submit an updated report if necessary.

To consider a report of the Service Director (Place Development).

Development Applications were submitted.

(NOTE: Full details of the decisions including conditions and reasons for granting or refusing planning permission and imposing conditions are given in the schedule of plans. The Corporate Director for Place Management & Regeneration is authorised to determine conditions and reasons and they are not therefore referred to in committee minutes unless the committee makes a specific decision on a condition or reason. In order to reduce printing costs and preserve natural resources, the schedule of plans is not reproduced within these minutes. A copy of the schedule of plans is available on the council’s website at www.stockport.gov.uk/planningdecisions. Copies of the schedule of plans, or any part thereof, may be obtained from the Place Directorate upon payment of the Council’s reasonable charges).

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager outlined the procedure for public speaking on development applications.

Two two storey side extensions, replacement front porch, two storey rear extension, two dormers to front and two to side, first floor front extension and erection of detached garage.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission subject to the conditions contained in the report.

In respect of plan no.53255 for two storey side extensions, replacement front porch, two storey rear extension, two dormers to front and two to side, first floor front extension and erection of detached garage,

a member of the public spoke against the application and the applicant spoke in support of the application,

it was then

RESOLVED – That planning permission be granted subject to the conditions detailed in the report.

Single Storey rear extension.

The Area Committee are recommended to grant planning permission.

In respect of plan no. 53335 for single storey extension at Lake Cottage, 19 Low Lea Road, Marple,

the applicant spoke in support of the application

it was then

RESOLVED – That the Planning and Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to grant planning permission.

To consider a report of the Service Director (Legal and Democratic Services).

The report summarises recent appeal decisions; lists current planning appeals and dates for local enquiries; informal hearings for planning appeals, and enforcement action within the Marple Area Committee area.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Joy Morton, 0161 474 3217, joy.morton@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Head of Legal and Democratic Governance submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) listing any outstanding or recently determined planning appeals and enforcements within the Area represented by Marple Area Committee.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration.

The report outlines the findings of the review of outcomes tour undertaken in March 2013.

The Area Committee is requested to consider and comment on the report.

Officer Contact: Kevin Brooks on Tel: 474 4905 or email: kevin.brooks@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration (copies of which had been circulated) outlining the findings of the review of outcomes tour undertaken on Friday 15 March 2013.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for Corporate and Support Services.

The report requests the Area Committee to approve a proposal to seek expressions of interest in the property with a view to granting a lease in respect of the nursery site within Brabyns Park, Marple.

The Area Committee is recommended to approve the proposal to seek expressions of interest in the former nursery site within Brabyns Park.

Officer Contact: Murray Carr on Tel: 474 3649 or email: murray.carr@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration (copies of which had been circulated) requesting the Area Committee to approve a proposal to seek expressions of interest in the property with a view to granting a lease in respect of the nursery site within Brabyns Park, Marple.

RESOLVED – That the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration be informed that the Area Committee supports the proposal to seek expressions of interest in the property with a view to granting a lease in respect of the nursery site within Brabyns Park, Marple.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration.

The report requests the Area Committee to approve the revocation of the redundant 20mph Speed Limit Zone Order on Cross Lane in Marple.

That the revocation be approved.

Officer Contact: Max Townsend on Tel: 474 3861 or email: max.townsend@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management & Regeneration (copies of which had been circulated) requesting the Area Committee to give consideration to the revocation of the existing 20mph speed limit on Cross Lane, Marple.

RESOLVED – (1) That approval be given to the revocation of the existing 20mph speed limit on Cross Lane, Marple.

(2) That the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration be requested to write to Councillors informing them of the costs for the removal of the speed humps on Cross Lane, Marple.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management & Regeneration.

The report requests the Area Committee to consider an application for a deed of dedication order under section 228 Highways Act 1980 with the intention to formally adopt Railway Road, Marple as a public vehicular highway.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Executive Councillor Economic Development & Regeneration approve the proposals contained in the report.

Officer contact: Graham Price on Tel: 474 4893 or email: graham.price@stockport .gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration (copies of which had been circulated) requesting the Area Committee to consider the dedication and adoption of Railway Road Marple.

RESOLVED – That the Executive Councillor (Economic Development & Regeneration) be recommended to approve the dedication and adoption of Railway Road, Marple as a public vehicular highway for the lengths and widths as detailed in Schedule 1 of the report.

To consider a report of the Chief Executive.

The report seeks views on the current polling arrangements within the area in order to inform the polling district review.

The Area Committee is requested to consider and comment on the report.

Officer Contact: Steve Callender on Tel: 474 3268 or email: steve.callender@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Chief Executive (copies of which had been circulated) requesting the Area Committee to give consideration to the current polling arrangements with the Area Committee area and to inform the Polling District Review which was currently underway.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Service Director (Education)

The Area Committee is requested to make nomination for Local Authority Governors at St Mary’s, Marple Hall and High Lane Schools.

Officer Contact: Libby Evans on Tel: 474 3847 or email: libby.evans@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Service Director (Education) (copies of which had been circulated) requesting the Area Committee to exercise its delegated powers to make nominations to the vacancies at St Marys RC Marple Bridge, Marple Hall and High Lane Primary.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Democratic Services Manager.

The report provides an update on progress since the last meeting on decisions taken by the Area Committee and details the current position on area flexibility funding. The report also includes the current position on the highway and traffic management delegated budget.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Stephen Fox, 0161 474 3206 or email stephen.fox@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) updating the Area Committee on progress since the last meeting on decisions taken by the Area Committee and on the current position on Area Flexibility Funding.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration.

The report requests the Area Committee to consider the use of commuted sums for play provision in the Marple Area Committee area and approve locations of play areas where these sums are to be spent.

The Area Committee is requested to consider the options as detailed in the report.

Officer Contact: Ian Walmsley on Tel: 474 4382 or email: ian.walmsley@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Corporate Director Place Management and Regeneration (copies of which had been circulated) requesting the Area Committee to give consideration to the spending of commuted sums in Parks or play areas.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the spending of the following commuted sums to the park/play areas indicated:-

Brabyns Park - £167.31

Cromwell Avenue Play area - £31,317.89

Marple Memorial Park - £669.24

Mount Drive Play area - £1338.48

Strines Road Play area - £2509.65