Agenda and minutes

To approve as a correct record and sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 7 August 2017.

The Minutes (copies of which had been circulated) of the meeting held on 7 August 2017 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.

No declarations of interest were made.

No urgent decisions were reported.

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

The reported that the inaugural Food on Friday event in Romiley held on Friday, 22 September had been extremely well attended and thanked all of those who had contributed to its success.

The Chair then thanked Greater Manchester Police for bringing the armed siege in Woodley on 20 September 2017 to a swift and safe conclusion.

It was further reported that a MacMillan Coffee Morning would be held at St Barnabas Parish Church on 30 September 2017 between 10.00 am and 1.30 pm.

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.  You can also submit via the Council’s website at www.stockport.gov.uk/publicquestions.

Members of the public were 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.

Three public questions were submitted.

The first question related to parking problems on Werneth Road and Oxford Drive, Woodley associated with Greave Primary School.

RESOLVED – That, in accordance with the Code of Practice, the Democratic Services Manager be requested to respond to the questioner in writing.

The second question related to whether Peterhouse Gardens, Woodley was scheduled to be resurfaced.

RESOLVED – That, in accordance with the Code of Practice, the Democratic Services Manager be requested to respond to the questioner in writing.

The third question stated that it had been previously agreed to hold a public meeting in relation to solutions to the drainage issues on the University Estate, Woodley and it was asked when this would take place.

In response it was stated that it was hoped that the proposed public meeting would take place as part of the Open Forum arrangements for the next meeting of the Area Committee on 6 November 2017.

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.

Robin Boardman (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 environmental and highways issues within the area represented by the Werneth Area Committee.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         A job had been raised to jet a blocked gully adjacent to Bredbury Library which had caused significant ponding during rainfall.

·         It was commented that a contractor had replaced paving stones on the footway in Romiley District Centre with tarmac.  In response it was stated that a contractor was entitled to put in place a temporary repair, however the Council would pursue the contractor to confirm their intention to put in place at permanent finish.

RESOLVED – That Robin Boardman be thanked for his attendance.

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

No petitions were submitted.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Greave Primary School for a grant of £1,000 towards the cost of replacement play equipment.

Representatives of Greave Primary School attended the meeting and submitted an application for ward flexibility funding towards the cost of replacement play equipment.

RESOLVED - That approval be given to the award of a grant of £1,000 from the Ward Flexibility Budget to Greave Primary School as a contribution towards the cost of replacement play equipment.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Project.inc for a grant of £228.56 (from the Werneth Area Committee allocation) to support the expansion of the project.

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted an application received on behalf of Project Inc. for ward flexibility funding towards the cost of the expansion of the project.

RESOLVED - That approval be given to the award of a grant of £228.56 from the Ward Flexibility Budget to Project Inc. as a contribution towards the cost of the expansion of the project.

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

The report provides an update on the public consultation being undertaken regarding transport issues and options in Stockport to inform the updating of the South East Manchester Multi-Modal Strategy to 2040.

The Area Committee is recommended to comment on and note the report.

Officer contact: Sue Stevenson on 0161 474 4351 or email: sue.stevenson@stockport.gov.uk

Sue Stevenson (Head of Highways and Transportation, Stockport Council) attended the meeting and provided an update on the public consultation being undertaken regarding transport issues and options in Stockport to inform the updating of the South East Manchester Multi-Modal Strategy to 2040.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         Feasibility work was taking place with regard to the provision of a new bridge for walkers and cyclists over the River Goyt to access Woodbank Park which had been proposed as part of the package of schemes included in the Town Centre Access Plan.  It was anticipated that woks would commence during 2018.

·         It was important that all parts of the Borough had direct access to essential health care services by public transport, with particular regard to Stepping Hill Hospital.

·         Overcrowding of rail services reduced its attractiveness as an alternative to the private car.

·         Concern was expressed that the proposal to provide discontinuous electrification of the trans-Pennine railway line demonstrated a lack of commitment to rail investment in the North of England. 

·         In response to the comment on rail electrification, a further member suggested that since the announcement that the trans-Pennine railway line would be electrified, there had been advances in technology which meant that most of the aims of full electrification could be achieved with bi-mode trains and digital signalling which would negate the need to undertake expensive electrification works in tunnels and under bridges which had resulted in the escalation of costs on the project.

·         There was an urgent need to ensure that railway stations were fully accessible. 

·         The potential for introducing Metrolink services to Stockport utilising tram-train technology was welcomed.

RESOLVED – That Sue Stevenson be thanked for her attendance.

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

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

A development application 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 Chief Executive 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.

Demolition of brick barn and erection of new single storey dwelling.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Planning & Highways Regulations Committee grants planning permission.

Officer contact:  Karyn Clarke on 0161 474 3551 on karyn.clarke@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. 64878 for the demolition of brick barn and erection of new single storey dwelling at Hillside Farm, Werneth Low Road, Romiley

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

It was then

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

To consider a report of the Deputy Chief Executive.

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 Werneth Area Committee area.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Paul Cassidy on 474 5388 or email: paul.cassidy@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report of the Deputy Chief Executive (copies of which had been circulated) listing any outstanding or recently determined planning appeals and enforcements within the area represented by the Werneth Area Committee.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider joint Report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration and the Head of Legal and Democratic Governance.

The report details a proposal to dedicate of a bridleway over Footpath 59 Bredbury and Romiley as part of Town Centre Access Plan Phase 2 works.  The TCAP Phase 2 works have been designed to link residential areas of Bredbury with Town Centre development sites for commuter and leisure use.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the entering into of a dedication agreement with the owner of the land, over which the path marked A – B, (currently public footpath 59 Bredbury and Romiley) run, as shown on the plan at Appendix 1. If the landowner dedicates the bridleway, the Council will have maintenance responsibility to bridleway standard for the route.

Officer contact: Ernest Nama on 0161 474 4595 or email: ernest.nama@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration submitted a joint report of the Corporate Director and the Head of Legal and Democratic Governance detailing a proposal to dedicate a bridleway over Footpath 59 Bredbury and Romiley as part of Town Centre Access Plan Phase 2 works. 

The Phase 2 works had been designed to link residential areas of Bredbury with Town Centre development sites for commuter and leisure use.

RESOLVED – That authorisation be given to the entering into of a dedication agreement with the landowner whose land is currently traversed by the route for the dedication of a bridleway over Points A-B as shown on the plan attached at Appendix 1 to the report.

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

Ward Councillors received concerns from residents regarding safety issues when vehicles are leaving Carlton Avenue. Vehicles are parked at the junction of Carlton Avenue and Compstall Road restricting the view for motorists entering into Carlton Avenue causing safety concerns.

Network Management Officers observed vehicles parked on the junction restricting the view of oncoming vehicles around the junction of Carlton Avenue and Compstall Road. A consultation exercise was completed for the four properties affected at the junction, three responded in agreement (75%); there was no response from the remaining resident (25%).

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Order and subject to no objections being received within 21 days of the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders at a cost of £650 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Bredbury Green & Romiley ward allocation):-

Proposed No Waiting at Any Time

Compstall Road (North Side) - From a point 10 metres west of the intersection of the western kerb line of Carlton Avenue, to a point 20 metres east of the intersection of the eastern kerb line of Carlton Avenue.

Carlton Avenue – (Both Sides) - From the intersection of the northern kerb line of Compstall Road, for a distance of 10 metres in a northerly direction.

Officer contact: Julie Pelham on 0161 474 4846 or email: julie.pelham@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) detailing proposals for the introduction of a ‘No Waiting At Any Time’ Traffic Regulation Order junction of Carlton Avenue and Compstall Road, Romiley following the receipt of concerns from local residents regarding safety issues when vehicles were leaving Carlton Avenue.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Order and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days of the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders at a cost of £650 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Bredbury Green & Romiley ward allocation):-

Proposed No Waiting at Any Time

Compstall Road (North Side) - From a point 10 metres west of the intersection of the western kerb line of Carlton Avenue, to a point 20 metres east of the intersection of the eastern kerb line of Carlton Avenue.

Carlton Avenue – (Both Sides) - From the intersection of the northern kerb line of Compstall Road, for a distance of 10 metres in a northerly direction.

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

The report details a proposal for the revocation of a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) for a Disabled Parking Bay adjacent to property 8 Urwick Road, Romiley. 

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the legal advertising of the revocation of the following Traffic Regulation Order and, subject to the receipt of no objections within 21 days of the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders at a cost of £500 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Bredbury Green & Romiley ward allocation):-

Revocation  of Traffic Regulation Order (Disabled Parking Bay)

Urwick Road, Romiley, North side, from a point approximately 39 metres North West of the North Westerly kerb line of Chadkirk Road/Church Road for a distance of 6.6 metres in a North Westerly direction.

Officer contact: Julie Pelham on 0161 474 4846 or email: julie.pelham@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) detailing proposals for the revocation of a Traffic Regulation Order for a Disabled Parking Bay adjacent to property 8 Urwick Road, Romiley.

In response to the proposal, it was queried what the implications would be if the Order was not revoked and the Council simply elected not to reline the markings.

RESOLVED - That approval be given to the legal advertising of the revocation of the following Traffic Regulation Order and, subject to the receipt of no objections within 21 days of the advertisement date, the subsequent revocation of the orders at a cost of £500 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Bredbury Green & Romiley ward allocation):-

Revocation of Traffic Regulation Order (Disabled Parking Bay)

Urwick Road, Romiley, North side, from a point approximately 39 metres North West of the North Westerly kerb line of Chadkirk Road/Church Road for a distance of 6.6 metres in a North Westerly direction.

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

The report details an application from the Friends of Tangshutt Fields for their annual May Day on the Meadow event on Bank Holiday Monday 7th May 2017. The event attracts a local community audience and raises funding for local organisations and various charities. Activities include art workshops, sports sessions, music and theatre performances, market stalls, animals and face painting.The event will run from 12 noon until 3pm. Access is required from 8am to 5.30pm.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant the application subject to all appropriate paperwork and licences being obtained and submitted to the Council at least one week prior to the event taking place

Officer contact: Jacky Budd on 0161 474 3332 or email: jacky.budd@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) detailing an application from the Friends of Tangshutt Fields for their annual May Day on the Meadow event on Bank Holiday Monday 7th May 2017.

RESOLVED - That approval be given to an application from the Friends of Tangshutt Fields for their annual May Day on the Meadow event on Bank Holiday Monday, 7 May 2018.

To consider a report of the Democratic Services Manager.

The report requests the Area Committee to nominate Councillors to lay wreaths at Remembrance Day Services at Bredbury War Memorial and Romiley War Memorial on 12 November 2017.

The Area Committee is requested to nominate Councillors.

Officer contact: Damian Eaton on 474 3207 or email: damian.eaton@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) requesting the Area Committee to appoint Councillors to lay wreaths at Remembrance Day Services at Bredbury War Memorial and Romiley War Memorial on Sunday, 12 November 2017.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the appointment of the following Councillors to lay wreaths on Sunday, 12 November 2017:-

Bredbury War Memorial                - Councillor Lisa Smart

Romiley War Memorial                  - Councillor Syd Lloyd

This item has been placed on the agenda at the request of the Chair.

The Chair reported that this item has been placed on the agenda at her request.

The Chair reported that Royal Mail had now confirmed that Bredbury Sorting Office would close in the New Year, and that residents had enquired as to the arrangements that would be put in place for the collection of undelivered post.

It was confirmed that it had now been agreed that Romiley Post Office would take on this responsibility from the closure of the Sorting Office.

RESOLVED – That the update 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: Damian Eaton on 0161 474 3207 or email: damian.eaton@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 on decisions taken by the Area Committee since the last meeting and the current position on the Area Flexibility and the Delegated budget.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.