Agenda and minutes

To approve as a correct record and sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 6 February 2014.

The Minutes (copies of which had been circulated) of the meeting held on 6 February 2014 were approved as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

Councillors and Officers were invited to declare any interests which they had in any of the items on the agenda for the meeting.

The following interests were declared:-

Personal Interests

No announcements were made.

Councillor Brian Hendley reported on problems he had experienced regarding the enforcement of the weight limit for heavy goods vehicles on Garners Lane, Davenport.

RESOLVED – That the Democratic Services Manager be requested to pursue the enforcement of the weight limit on Garners Lane, Davenport with Greater Manchester Police.

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 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.

Two public questions were submitted from one questioner.

As the questioner was not present at the meeting and in accordance with the procedure for asking public questions at Area Committee meetings it was:-

RESOLVED – That the Democratic Services Manager be requested to send written responses to the questioner.

The local Public Realm Inspector will attend the meeting to provide an update on matters raised at previous committee meetings. Councillors and members of the public are invited to raise issues affecting local environment quality.

Jacky Budd (Public Realm Inspector) attended the meeting to report on current issues and to answer questions from Councillors and members of the public in relation to public realm issues within the area represented by the Central Stockport Area Committee. A written summary was also provided of the work carried out by the Public Realm Service and comparative data was also provided with the equivalent period last year (copies of which had been circulated).

RESOLVED – That Jacky Budd be thanked for her attendance.

To receive petitions from members of the public and community groups:-

(a)  Request from taxi drivers to change the taxi rank places at Stockport Station

(b)  Request for pelican crossing on Newbridge Lane, Stockport

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager reported on the receipt of two petitions as follows:-

·         From taxi drivers to change the taxi rank places at Stockport Railway Station; and

·         For a pelican crossing on Newbridge Lane, Stockport

RESOLVED – (1) That the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration be requested to submit a report to a future meeting of the Area Committee in relation to the taxi rank places at Stockport Railway Station.

(2) That the petition requesting a pelican crossing on Newbridge Lane, Stockport be referred to the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration for investigation.

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager reported that no organisation had indicated that they wished to address the Area Committee as part of the Open Forum arrangements.

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

The report provides Members with an update on the proposed reinstatement of Dumvilles Brow Steps, Lower Hillgate.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer Contact: Sue Stevenson on 0161 474 3451 or email: sue.stevenson@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) providing Members with an update on the proposed reinstatement of Dumvilles Brow Steps, Lower Hillgate. The steps were currently closed due to their poor condition and it had been agreed that the necessary reinstatement works would be included within the Transportation Capital Programme with the cost of the works split across 2013/14 and 2014/15. The works were expected to commence on 17 March 2014 and take approximately sixteen weeks to complete.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

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

The report advises Members of the proposals to modify the alignment of the carriageway on Bridge Street and part of Warren Street to facilitate the partial replacement of Lancashire Bridge.

The Area Committee is recommended is comment on the proposed changes to the Bridge Street/Warren Street area and recommend the Executive Councillor (Economic Development & Regeneration) agree to the programme of works.

Officer contact: Sue Stevenson on 0161 474 3451 or email: sue.stevenson@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) advising Members of proposals to modify the alignment of the carriageway on Bridge Street and part of Warren Street to facilitate the partial replacement of Lancashire Bridge.

It was reported that on 13 December 2013 the Secretary of State for Transport had confirmed that the Council had been successful with its bid for funding under the Government’s Local Pinch Point Fund. On 20 January 2014 the Department for Transport had confirmed that it had granted funding for the scheme. As part of this approval the Department for Transport would provide a maximum ‘capped’ funding contribution of £122,000 in 2013/2014 and £1,042,000 in 2014/2015 towards an estimated total scheme cost of £1,633,000.  Stockport Council would contribute £469,000 (30%) of the cost of the scheme out of its Greater Manchester Local Transport Plan 3 Maintenance Allocation of £900,000 for Bridge Works.

RESOLVED – That the Executive Councillor (Economic Development and Regeneration) be recommended to agreed the programmed works as detailed in the report.

(To be heard no earlier than 6.30pm)

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

(a)  To consider the development applications where members of the public have attended the meeting in order to speak or hear the Area Committee’s deliberations.

(b)  To consider the remaining development applications.

(c)  To consider consultations (if any) received by the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration on any planning issues relevant to the Central Stockport Area Committee area.

The following development applications will be considered by the Area Committee:-

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 and 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 approved by the Council for public speaking on planning applications.

Landfill to the existing low area. Installation of drainage and create 2 new football pitches. Resoil and returf two existing football pitches. Erection of 2m high green weldmesh fencing around site.

The Area Committee is recommended that planning permission be granted, subject to conditions and informatives.

Officer contact: Jane Chase on 0161 474 3550 or email: jane.chase@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. 47842 for landfill to the existing low area; installation of drainage and creation of two new football pitches; resoiling and returfing of two existing football pitches; and the erection of 2 metres high green weldmesh fencing around the site at Warth Meadow Playing Field, Welkin Road, Bredbury,

a representative of the applicant spoke in support of the application.

It was then

RESOLVED - (1) That the Planning and Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to undertake a site visit in order to assess the visual impact of the proposal.

(2) That the following additional information be provided to the Planning and Highways Regulation Committee:-

·         A plan indicating which parts of the site may be retained for wider public access;

·         Clarification as to what the inert material will be that is proposed for tipping; and

·         Clarification of the matters raised in respect of the pitches used by the former Little Moor Football Club.

Retention of portakabin outbuilding

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission.

Officer Contact: Suzanne Broomhead on  0161 474 1982  or email: suzanne.broomhead@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. 54360 for the retention of a portakabin outbuilding at Stockport Car Supermarket, Marsland Street, Portwood,

the applicant spoke in support of the application.

It was then

RESOLVED – (Seven for) That planning permission be granted, subject to a condition limiting its use for a temporary three year period.

To consider a report of the Council Solicitor

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 Central Stockport Area Committee area.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

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

A representative of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration submitted a report of the Council Solicitor (copies of which had been circulated) listing any outstanding or recently determined planning appeals and enforcements within the area represented by the Central Stockport Area Committee.

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager reported on the following additional appeals to those contained in the report:-

144 Dialstone Lane, Offerton – appeal against the refusal of consent for the installation of no. 2 fascia signs and no. 1 illuminated pharmaceutical green cross (statement submitted)

Land at 10 Forbes Close, Offerton – appeal against the refusal of planning permission for the construction of no. 2 semi detached dwellings (appeal dismissed).

 RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Council Solicitor

The report details the appeal decisions for the Area Committee and of the Borough as a whole for 2012/13. Information is also provided on success according to the maker of each decision, application for costs and the amount received or paid.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer Contact: Karen Hillen on 0161 474 3640 or email: karen.hillen@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration submitted a report of the Council Solicitor (copies of which had been circulated) detailing appeal decisions for the Area Committee and for the Borough as a whole for 2012/13.  Information was also provided on success according to the maker of each decision, applications for costs and the amount received or paid.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Chief Executive of Stockport Homes

The report provides an update on the progress of the delivery of Stockport Homes’ Neighbourhood Action Plans.

The Area Committee is recommended to comment on progress to date and any future actions for inclusion in the 2014-2015 action plans.

Officer Contact: Rebecca Cullen/Maria Lindars on 0161 474 4372/4371 or email: rebecca.cullen@stockporthomes.org/   maria.lindars@stockporthomes.org.

Representatives of the Chief Executive of Stockport Homes submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) providing an update on the progress of the delivery of Stockport Homes’ Neighbourhood Action Plans.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         Local Ward Councillors requested information as to when the cladding scheme would be undertaken at the Victoria Park flats.

·         Members of the Area Committee were appreciative of the work carried out by Officers from Stockport Homes on behalf of residents and asked that this be conveyed back to staff.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for People

The report advises Members of the plans for the Play Development Team, in particular to support continuity of childcare, and facilitate the transition from a Council run service to an established social enterprise.

The Area Committee is requested to note the report and provide any comments on the request that a licence be granted for the use of the Edgeley Play Centre by the new mutual organisation.

 Officer Contact: Viki Packman on 0161 474 5709 or email: viki.packman@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Corporate Director for People submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) outlining plans for the Play Development Team, in particular to support continuity of childcare, and facilitate the transition from a Council run service to an established social enterprise.

It was reported that as part of the Medium Term Financial Plan in 2013, the Executive had considered a proposal to cease the Council funding of £185,000 for the Play Development Team. At the Executive Meeting in July 2013, it had been agreed to defer the date for the cessation of Council funding for the Play Development Team to enable enquiries to be made regarding the possibility of the staff leading the establishment of a mutual organisation/social enterprise. This would potentially facilitate the continuity of some selected services, especially the Out of School and Holiday Care.

From October to December 2013 two officers had attended a programme of workshops run by the Mutuals Information Service on behalf of the Cabinet Office. Following the successful completion of the programme, the Officers were eligible to apply for the bespoke one-to-one support packages available through the Mutuals Support Programme.

During this period of transition the Council had agreed to continue to fund the Play Development Team up to 31 August 2014 and offer continued use of the Edgeley Play Centre, by the new mutual organisation, at a nominal fee, for a further twelve months to 31 August 2015, under licence to cover running costs, repairs and maintenance.

RESOLVED – (1) That the report be noted.

(2) That a further report be submitted to the Area Committee at the appropriate time on progress with regard to the application process to the Cabinet Office Mutuals Support Service to establish a mutual organisation/ social enterprise.

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

This report now provides information on the changes that will take place following a service review within Solutions SK to the existing Gating Order at Kingsland Road, Cheadle Heath and an updates the Area Committee on the statutory processes necessary to formally vary the Order.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer Contact: Andy Dunn on 0161 474 4216 or email: andy.dunn@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) which provided information on the changes that would take place to the existing Gating Order at Kingsland Road, Cheadle Heath following a service review within Solutions SK.

It was reported that in July 2012 the then Executive Councillors (Public Realm) and (Supporting Communities) had approved the formal variation of the existing Gating Order for Kingsland Road, Cheadle Heath from a 24 hour closure to a time limited order with closing hours of 9.00pm to 7.00am. This time limited closure had actually existed in practice for the previous four years, but required a formal variation to the Order to reflect existing practice.

Since 2008 Solutions SK had locked and unlocked the gates at the appropriate times on a daily basis. To date this service had always been provided free of charge as part of a historic informal arrangement that had predated the current Positive Path Management Group systems. Solutions SK had recently reviewed their service and had now introduced some changes to ensure that their services operated in accordance with good business and accounting practices. The review had determined that the informal goodwill service that had previously been offered to open and close the gates at Kingsland Road was no longer sustainable and that an annual charge of £9,125 (£25 per day, 365 days a year) would be levied. Solutions SK had now confirmed that they would not open or close the gates beyond 28 March 2014 pending the payment of the charge.

Ward Councillors expressed the following concerns:-

·         Some local residents had suffered with anti-social behaviour problems prior to the implementation of the time limited Gating Order, for example there had been damage to cars and property. Concern was expressed that these problems would reoccur should the gates cease to be opened and closed at the required times.

·         At no stage had there been any indication that the continuation of the opening and closing of the gates would be problematic in the future.

RESOLVED – (Seven for) (1) That the Head of Strategic Housing be requested to arrange a meeting involving all interested parties to try and find a way of resolving the problem and keeping the gates closed between 9.00pm and 7.00am.

(2) That the Executive Councillor (Corporate, Customer and Community Services) be requested to give consideration to a virement of £1,000 in order to keep the gates closed between 9.00pm and 7.00am until the end of April 2014 to enable further attempts to be made to resolve the problem, including holding the meeting referred to in (1) above.

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

The report seeks approval to revoke part of the existing No Waiting At Any Time Traffic Regulation Order on Winifred Road, Davenport.

The Area Committee is recommended to approve the Traffic Regulation Order detailed in the report.

 Officer Contact: Vivian Butterworth on 0161 474 4848 or email: vivian.butterworth@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) seeking approval to revoke part of the existing No Waiting At Any Time Traffic Regulation Order on Winifred Road, Davenport.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the revocation of part of the existing No Waiting At Any Time Traffic Regulation Order on Winifred Road, Davenport at an approximate cost of £600 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Highway Maintenance and Traffic Management Delegated Budget (Davenport and Cale Green Ward allocation):-

Proposed Revocation of Traffic Regulation Order No Waiting At Any Time

Winifred Road, Davenport

North west side - from a point 15 metres south West of the south westerly kerbline of Buxton Road for a distance of 26 metres in a south westerly direction.

South east side - from a point 15 metres south west of the south westerly kerbline of Buxton Road for a distance of 12 metres in a south westerly direction, and from a point 36.5 metres south west of the south westerly kerbline of Buxton Road for a distance of 7.5 metres in a south westerly direction.

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

The Area Committee is requested to recommend the Executive Councillor (Economic Development and Regeneration) to reduce the Limited Waiting period from 2 hours to 1 hour in the layby adjacent to 21031 Buxton Road, Heaviley.

Officer Contact: Vivian Butterworth on 0161 474 4848 or email: vivian.butterworth@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) regarding the proposed reduction of the Limited Waiting period from 2 hours to 1 hour in the layby adjacent to 21-31 Buxton Road, Heaviley.

RESOLVED – That the Executive Councillor (Economic Development and Regeneration) be recommended to approve the revocation of the existing Traffic Regulation Order and the introduction of a new Traffic Regulation Order to reduce the Limited Waiting period from 2 hours to 1 hour in the layby adjacent to 21-31 Buxton Road, Heaviley as follows, at an approximate cost of £600 to be funded from the portfolio holder’s budget:-

Proposed Revocation of Traffic Regulation Order - Limited Waiting 2 hour

Monday – Saturday 8am-6pm No return within 1 hour

Buxton Road, Heaviley - East Side, from a point 44 metres south east of the south easterly kerbline of Bullock Street for a distance of 47 metres in a south easterly direction.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order - Limited Waiting 1 hour

Monday – Saturday 8am-6pm No return within 1 hour

Buxton Road, Heaviley - East side from a point 59 metres south east of the south easterly kerbline of Bullock Street for a distance of 30 metres in a south easterly direction.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order – No Waiting At Any Time/No Loading

Monday-Friday 7.30am-9.30am & 4pm-6.30pm

Buxton Road, Heaviley - East side, from a point 44 metres south east of the south easterly kerbline of Bullock Street  for a distance of 15 metres in a south easterly direction and from a point 89 metres  south east of the south easterly kerbline of Bullock Street for a distance of 6 metres in a south easterly direction.

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

The Area Committee is requested to approve the revocation of the existing Match Day Resident Permit Holders Only Traffic Regulation Order and match Day No Waiting/No Loading and replace them with No Waiting At Any Time at the junction of Berlin Roads and Dale Street.

 Officer Contact Vivian Butterworth on 0161 474 4848 or email: vivian.butterworth@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) regarding the difficulties for drivers entering and exiting Berlin Road caused by parked vehicles at the junction of Berlin Road and Dale Street in the Davenport and Cale Green Ward.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the revocation of the existing Match Day Resident Permit Holders Only Traffic Regulation Order and Match Day No Waiting/No Loading and their replacement with a No Waiting At Any Time Traffic Regulation Order at the junction of Berlin Road and Dale Street, at an approximate cost of £500 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Highway Maintenance and Traffic Management Delegated Budget (Davenport and Cale Green Ward allocation):-.

Proposed Revocation of Traffic Regulation Order No Waiting/No Loading On First Team Match Days Or A First Team Rugby Match 1st August – 31st May Noon -5.30pm or 5.30pm-10pm.

Dale Street, Davenport - west sidefrom a point 5 metres north west of the northerly kerbline of Berlin Road for a distance of 5 metres in a south easterly direction.

Proposed Revocation of Traffic Regulation Order Resident Permit Holders Only On First Team Match Days Or A First Team Rugby Match 1st August – 31st May Noon -5.30pm or 5.30pm-10pm.

Dale Street, Davenport - west side from a point 5 metres south east of the southerly kerbline of Berlin Road for a distance of 5 metres in a north westerly direction.

Dale Street, Davenport - east side from a point 5 metres south east of the southerly kerbline of Berlin Road to a point 5 metres north west of the northerly kerbline of Berlin Road.

Berlin Road, Davenport -north side from a point 5 metres north east of the Easterly kerbline of Dale Street to a point 15 metres south west of the westerly kerbline of Dale Street.

Berlin Road, Davenport - south side from a point 5 metres north east of the easterly kerbline of Dale Street to a point 5 metres south west of the westerly kerbline of Dale Street.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order – No Waiting At Any Time

Dale Street, Davenport - both sides from a point 5 metres south east of the southerly kerbline of Berlin Road to a point 5 metres north west of the northerly kerbline of Berlin Road.

Berlin Road, Davenport - north side from a point 5 metres north east of the easterly kerbline of Dale Street to a point 15 metres south west of the Westerly kerbline of Dale Street.

Berlin Road, Davenport - south sidefrom a point 5 metres north east of the easterly kerbline of Dale Street to a point 5 metres south west of the westerly kerbline of Dale Street.

To consider a joint report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration and the Council Solicitor

To report considers an objection to a proposed Prohibition of Waiting Traffic Regulation Order in the Webb Lane area, Offerton.

The Area Committee is recommended to approve that the Order be made as advertised.

Officer Contact: Zoe Allan on 0161 474 3138 or email: zoe.allan@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) in connection with an objection received to a proposed Prohibition of Waiting Traffic Regulation Order on Webb Lane, Gorsey Mount Street, Carnavon Street and Athens Street, Offerton.

RESOLVED -That, notwithstanding the objection received, the Order be made as advertised.

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

The report considers two objections received to a proposed Traffic Regulation Order for a Disabled Persons Parking Place at The Clough, Brinnington.

The Area Committee is recommended to approve that the Order be made as advertised.

Officer Contact: Zoe Allan/Vivian Butterworth on 0161 474 3138/4848 or email: zoe.allan@stockport.gov.uk/vivian.butterworth@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) regarding two objections received to a proposed Traffic Regulation Order for a Disabled Persons Parking Place at The Clough, Brinnington.

RESOLVED - That, notwithstanding the objections received, the Order, be made as advertised.

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

The report considers a request for a new longer term lease upon the termination of the current lease in respect of Sykes Reservoir No. 1 which is located off Moscow Road East, Edgeley.

The Area Committee is requested to note the report and provide any comments.

Officer Contact: Murray Carr on 0161 474 3019 or email: murray.carr@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Corporate Director for Corporate and Support Services (copies of which had been circulated) regarding a request for a new longer term lease upon the termination of the current lease for Edgeley Park Angling Club in respect of Sykes Reservoir No 1, off Moscow Road East, Edgeley.

RESOLVED – That the Corporate Director for Corporate and Support Services be advised that the Area Committee supports a longer term lease for Edgeley Park Angling Club at Sykes Reservoir No.1, off Moscow Road East, Edgeley.

To consider a request to lease the land at the rear of 39 Wellington Road South, Stockport, shown on the plan attached to the report, for car parking purposes.

The Area Committee is requested to note the report and provide any comments.

Officer Contact: Murray Carr on 0161 474 3649 or email: murray.carr@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Corporate Director for Corporate and Support Services (copies of which had been circulated) in connection with a request to lease the land at the rear of 39 Wellington Road South, Stockport, as shown on the plan attached to the report, to the owner of 39 Wellington Road South for car parking purposes.

RESOLVED – That the Corporate Director for Corporate and Support Services be advised the Area Committee supports the request to lease the land, shown single hatched on the plan attached to the report, to the owner of 39 Wellington Road South for car parking purposes.

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

The report considers an application from the Friends of Cale Green Park to hold its summer fun day in the park on 29 June 2014.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant the application, subject to the production of appropriate documentation by the group.

Officer Contact: Kath Hughes on 0161 474 4418 or email: kath.hughes@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) in connection with an application from the Friends of Cale Green Park to hold a summer fun day community event in the park on 29 June 2014.

RESOLVED – That the application from the Friends of Cale Green Park to hold its summer fun day in the park on 29 June 2014 be approved, subject to the production of appropriate documentation by the group.

To consider a report of the Service Director (Education)

The Area Committee is requested to nominate Councillor Philip Harding to the Labour Group vacancy at Hollywood Park Combined Nursery.

Officer contact: Pam Dunham on 07800 617940 or email: pam.dunham@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Service Director (Education) (copies of which had been circulated) inviting the Area Committee to provide a nomination for the Authority vacancy at Hollywood Park Combined Nursery School.

RESOLVED – That the Executive Councillor (Lifelong Learning and Achievement) be recommended to approve the nomination of Councillor Philip Harding to the Labour Group vacancy at Hollywood Park Combined Nursery School.

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 Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: David Clee on 0161 474 3137 or e mail: david.clee@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) providing an update on progress since the last meeting on decisions taken by the Area Committee and detailing the current position on area flexibility funding.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.