Agenda and minutes

To approve as a correct record and sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 1 December 2022.

The Minutes (copies of which had been circulated) of the meeting held on 1 December 2022 were approved as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

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

No declarations of interest were made.

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

No announcements were made.

Councillors and members of the public are invited to raise ‘Neighbourhood Policing’ issues with the local Neighbourhood Policing Team.

Sergeant Matt Delaney (Greater Manchester Police) attended the meeting to answer any questions from Councillors or members of the public in relation to Neighbourhood Policing issues within the area represented by the Marple Area Committee.

The following comments were made/issues raised:-

·         It was reported that Greater Manchester Police (GMP) had been taken out of special measures, and was now considered the most improved police force in the country.

·         It was reported that over the last 12 months, there had been a 42% increase in offenders being charged and summons for offences and a 70% increase in the number of individuals arrested for burglary offences.

·         It was reported that the Neighbourhood Policing Teams were restructuring in Stockport, with a reduction from 4 to 3 teams which would encourage closer working between teams across the borough. It was noted that this would not lead to a reduction in staff, with the team continuing to focus on increasing the number of PCs and PCSOs.

·         It was reported that the police had successfully made a series of arrests in connection to local burglaries in recent times, and would continue to focus on this type of crime.

·         Members welcomed seeing a more visible police presence in the area in recent times, alongside the open days run in relation to speeding issues for local residents. Members expressed the view that a visible police presence helped to reduce crime in the local area.

·         It was suggested that local police consider re-offering a session for local residents on the issue of vehicle number plate theft.

·         Members welcomed the removal of GMP from special measures, and thanked officers for their proactive approach and hard work in tackling crime in the local area in recent times.

RESOLVED – That Sergeant Matt Delaney be thanked for his attendance.

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 on any matters in the powers or duties of the Area Committee, subject to the exclusions set out within the Code of Practice.

One public question was submitted relating to slow response times to public enquiries by Council officers across a number of departments, and asking what steps could be taken to improve this issue.

As the the questioner was not in attendance at the meeting and in accordance with the Code of Practice, the Chief Executive was requested to respond to the questioner in writing.

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

A member of the public presented a petition, signed by 43 signatories, calling on the Council to introduce a residents parking scheme on Maple Road.

RESOLVED – That the petition be referred to Traffic Services for investigation.

In accordance with the Code of Practice no organisation has indicated that they wished to address the Area Committee as part of the Open Forum arrangements.

A representative of the Assistant Director (Legal & Democratic Governance) reported that no organisations had indicated that they wished to address the Area Committee as part of the Open Forum arrangements.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from the Brazilian Festival Event for a grant of £900 (£300 from Bramhall North, £400 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £200 from Cheadle Hulme South wards allocation) towards the cost of running a Brazilian themed festival providing authentic Brazilian traders of food, drink, and crafts to the local community.

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted an application received on behalf of Brazilian Festival towards the cost of running a Brazilian themed festival providing authentic Brazilian traders of food, drink, and crafts to the local community.

Members commented on the importance of applicants attending the meeting to present their applications in person and to respond to Members questions, given the limited Area Committee funds.

RESOLVED – That the application from Brazilian Festival be declined on this occasion on the grounds that there was no representative in attendance and it was felt there was insufficient information in the application to be able to justify the making of a grant. 

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Bee Sober CIC for a grant of £70.50 (£23.50 from Bramhall North, £23.50 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £23.50 from Cheadle Hulme South wards allocation) towards the cost of organising walk and talk events, supplying refreshments, and the printing of leaflets and posters to increase awareness to support those in recovery.

A representative of Bee Sober CIC attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of organising walk and talk events, supplying refreshments, and the printing of leaflets and posters to increase awareness to support those in recovery.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Bee Sober CIC for a grant of £70.50 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£23.50 from Bramhall North, £23.50 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £23.50 from Cheadle Hulme South wards allocation) towards the cost of organising walk and talk events, supplying refreshments, and the printing of leaflets and posters to increase awareness to support those in recovery.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from the I Am Wendy Green organisation for a grant of £1500 (£500 from Bramhall North, £500 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £500 from Cheadle Hulme South wards allocation) towards the cost of running a Paws and Play dog show and family fun day for local residents and the wider community.

Representatives of I Am Wendy Green attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of running a Paws and Play dog show and family fun day for local residents and the wider community.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from I Am Wendy Green for a grant of £750 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£500 from Bramhall South & Woodford, £250 from Bramhall North ward allocations) towards the cost of running a Paws and Play dog show and family fun day for local residents and the wider community.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from the Hursthead Outdoor Spaces Society for a grant of £1000 (£500 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £500 from Cheadle Hulme South wards allocation) towards the cost of improving Thorn Grove Park by replacing play equipment, creating a safe space for local people to meet and purchasing a noticeboard to keep the public updated of upcoming plans.

A representative of Hursthead Outdoor Spaces Society attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of improving Thorn Grove Park by replacing play equipment, creating a safe space for local people to meet and purchasing a noticeboard to keep the public updated of upcoming plans.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Hursthead Outdoor Spaces Society for a grant of £600 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£100 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £500 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations).

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Drawing Board Productions CIC for a grant of £300 (£100 from Bramhall North, £100 from Bramhall South & Woodford, and £100 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of publishing an arts and culture printed supplement for Stockport residents which will include poems, interviews from artists and a list of upcoming events.

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted an application received on behalf of Drawing Board Productions CIC towards the cost of publishing an arts and culture printed supplement for Stockport residents which will include poems, interviews from artists and a list of upcoming events.

Members commented on the importance of applicants attending the meeting to present their applications in person and to respond to Members questions, given the limited Area Committee funds.

RESOLVED – That the application from Drawing Board Productions CIC be declined on this occasion on the grounds that there was no representative in attendance and it was felt there was insufficient information in the application to be able to justify the making of a grant. 

To consider a report of the Corporate Director (Place) & Deputy Chief Executive.

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 & 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 Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance outlined the procedure for public speaking on planning applications.

Front extension, side and rear extension, alterations to roof including raised eaves and ridge heights and front and rear dormers, garage conversion, external alterations and driveway extension.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission subject to conditions.

Officer contact: Sophie Anderson on 0161 474 3295 or email: sophie.anderson@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC/085169 for a front extension, side and rear extension, alterations to roof including raised eaves and ridge heights and front and rear dormers, garage conversion, external alterations and driveway extension at 22 Vale Crescent, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle

a member of the public spoke against the application; and

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

It was then

RESOLVED – That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to undertake a site visit to assess the impact of the proposed development on neighbouring residential properties in relation to the increase of eaves and ridge height and loss of privacy.

Erection of a two-storey mixed-use local centre development comprising a convenience store and flexible commercial floorspace (Use Class E) at ground floor level and 6 no. two-bedroom apartments (Use Class C3) at first floor level, together with access, car parking, hard and soft landscaping, drainage infrastructure and other associated works.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee grants planning permission subject to conditions and a Section 106 Agreement.

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

In respect of plan no. DC/085887 for the erection of a two-storey mixed-use local centre development comprising a convenience store and flexible commercial floorspace (Use Class E) at ground floor level and 6 no. two-bedroom apartments (Use Class C3) at first floor level, together with access, car parking, hard and soft landscaping, drainage infrastructure and other associated works at Land South of Chester Road, Woodford,

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

It was then

RESOLVED – That the application be referred to the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee subject to the imposition of a condition in relation to the provision of mature planting as part of any landscaping plan.

Division of existing dwelling in to two dwellings, erection of side and rear extensions, roof alterations and erection of front and rear dormer windows.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission subject to conditions and a Section 106 Agreement if required in connection with formal recreation as required by saved UDP Review policies L1.1 and L1.2 and Core Strategy policy SIE2.

Officer contact: Osian Perks by email: osian.perks@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC/086866 for the division of existing dwelling in to two dwellings, erection of side and rear extensions, roof alterations and erection of front and rear dormer windows at 3 Selwyn Drive, Cheadle Hulme,

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

It was then

RESOLVED – That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to undertake a site visit to assess impact of the proposed development in relation to amenity space and concerns around proposed access to the proposed dwellings.

Two storey front extension, part two storey side and rear extension, part first floor side extension and external alterations.

The Area Committee is requested to recommended that the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee grants planning permission.

Officer contact: Sophie Anderson on 0161 474 3295 or email: sophie.anderson@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC/086940 for a two storey front extension, part two storey side and rear extension, part first floor side extension and external alterations at 1 Moor Lane, Woodford,

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 subject to the imposition of a condition in relation to obscure glazing windows and an informative to ensure that consideration was given regarding the effects of vibrations, mechanical diggers etc on the foundations the neighbouring property of No. 454 Chester Road, to avoid causing any harm to this sixteenth century property or its foundations.

To consider a report of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance.

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 Bramhall & Cheadle Hulme South Area Committee area.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Vicki Bates on 0161 474 3219 or email: vicki.bates@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) summarising recent appeal decisions; listing current planning appeals and dates for local enquiries; informal hearings for planning appeals, and enforcement action within the Bramhall & Cheadle Hulme South Area.

Members requested an update on the appeal relating to 21 Ogden Road, Bramhall. In response, it was commented that a written update would be requested from Legal Services and circulated to Members.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report informs the Area Committee of an objection received in response to the diversion order and seeks to obtain the authority to refer the order to the Secretary of State for confirmation.

The Area Committee is recommended to resolve to send the order to the Secretary of State for confirmation with a modification to the order plan to show the diverted route marked A-F.

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

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) informing the Area Committee of an objection received in response to the diversion order and seeking to obtain the authority to refer the order to the Secretary of State for confirmation

RESOLVED – That the order be sent to the Secretary of State for confirmation with a modification to the order plan to show the diverted route marked A-F.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details the locations of council-owned parking spaces within the Bramhall and Cheadle Hulme South Area where it is planned to install Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure.

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

Officer contact: Mark Glynn on 0161 474 3700 or email: mark.glynn@stockport.gov.uk or Sue Stevenson on 0161 474 4351 or email: sue.stevenson@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the locations of council-owned parking spaces within the Bramhall and Cheadle Hulme South Area where it is planned to install Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure.

The following comments were made/issues raised:-

·         Members welcomed the report and the introduction of new electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the area.

·         It was noted that a lack of public charging stations could be discouraging residents to consider switching to electric vehicles, as people did not feel confident to undertake long-distance journeys.

·         Members requested that proposed charging points on Moor Lane be installed on the longer stay parking bays in order to ensure that the short stay bays would remain available

·         Members suggested that charging points could be installed in the large car park behind Meadway as an alternative to the proposed site in the Bramhall Precinct car park.

·         In response, it was commented that site choice was limited by power access, and that it may not be feasible to install charging points in all locations.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report provides an overview of the proposed implementation of Speed Indicators Devices (SID’s) in the Bramhall and Cheadle Hulme South Area.

The Area Committee is recommended to support the SID programme and for the Highway Ward Spokespersons for each ward to be authorised to submit four potential locations where they would like the SIDs to be installed.

Officer Contact: Adam Meadowcroft on 07800 618 430 or email: adam.meadowcroft@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) providing an overview of the proposed implementation of Speed Indicators Devices (SID’s) in the Bramhall and Cheadle Hulme South Area.

Members welcomed the return of the SID’s and the opportunity to determine locations for their installation in the local area.

RESOLVED – That the Director of Place Management be authorised to determine the locations for the installation of mobile speed indicator devices within the Bramhall North, Bramhall South & Woodford and Cheadle Hulme South wards (four locations per ward) following consultation with the Highway Ward Spokespersons.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report outlines a proposal for the installation of a yellow box junction at the Turves Road/Highfield Road, Cheadle Hulme.

The Area Committee is recommended to request that the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks & Leisure Services gives approval to the installation of the yellow hatch markings at signalised junction of Turves Road/Highfield Road, Cheadle Hulme.

Officer Contact: Nicola Ryan on 0161 474 4409 or email: nicola.ryan@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) outlining a proposal for the installation of a yellow box junction at the Turves Road/Highfield Road, Cheadle Hulme.

Members welcomed the report as a proposal which sought to improve road safety.

RESOLVED – That the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks & Leisure Services be recommended to give approval to the installation of yellow hatch markings at the signalised junction of Turves Road/Highfield Road, Cheadle Hulme.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details the findings of a consultation exercise and seeks approval for the introduction of a Moving Traffic Regulation Order ‘20mph Speed Limit’ on Bridle Road & Bridle Way, Woodford and Traffic Regulation Order ‘No Waiting at Any Time’ on the junction of Bridle Road/Chester Road, Woodford.

The Area Committee is recommended to request that the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks & Leisure Services gives approval to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Order and Moving Traffic Regulation Order and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders at a cost of £4,500 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Bramhall South & Woodford ward allocation):-

No Waiting at Any Time

Bridle Road, Woodford (Both Sides)

From its intersection with the south eastern kerbline of Chester Road for a distance of 15 metres in a south easterly direction.

Chester Road (South East Side)

From a point 15 metres south west of the projected south west kerbline of Bridle Road to a point 25 metres north east of the projected north east kerb line of Bridle Road.

20mph Speed Limit

Bridle Road, Woodford (Both Directions)

For its entire length.

Bridle Way, Woodford (Both Directions)

For its entire length.

Officer Contact: Nicola Ryan on 0161 474 4409 or email: nicola.ryan@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the findings of a consultation exercise and seeking approval for the introduction of a Moving Traffic Regulation Order ‘20mph Speed Limit’ on Bridle Road & Bridle Way, Woodford and Traffic Regulation Order ‘No Waiting at Any Time’ on the junction of Bridle Road/Chester Road, Woodford.

RESOLVED – That the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks & Leisure Services be recommended to give approval to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Order and, subject to no objections being raised within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the order at a cost of £4,500 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Bramhall South & Woodford ward allocation):-

No Waiting at Any Time

Bridle Road, Woodford (Both Sides)

From its intersection with the south eastern kerbline of Chester Road for a distance of 15 metres in a south easterly direction.

Chester Road (South East Side)

From a point 15 metres south west of the projected south west kerbline of Bridle Road to a point 25 metres north east of the projected north east kerb line of Bridle Road.

20mph Speed Limit

Bridle Road, Woodford (Both Directions)

For its entire length.

Bridle Way, Woodford (Both Directions)

For its entire length.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details the findings of a consultation exercise and seeks approval for the introduction of a Traffic Regulation Order.

The Area Committee is recommended to request that the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks & Leisure Services gives approval to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Order and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the order at a cost of £1,200 to be funded from the A6MAAR budget:-

Revocations of existing TRO Schedule:

No Waiting at Any Time

Woodford Road, Woodford

South West and South East Side: From its intersection with the north eastern kerbline of Woodford Road in a north easterly, south easterly and north easterly direction for a distance of 16.5 metres.

Woodford Road, Woodford

North East Side: From its intersection with the north western kerbline of Woodford Road cul-de-sac adjacent to 135-141 Woodford Road in a north westerly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

Proposed TRO Schedule:

No Waiting at Any Time

Woodford Road, Woodford (cul-de-sac adjacent to 135-141 Woodford Road)

All Sides: All sides from its intersection with the north eastern kerbline of Woodford Road for the full extent of the cul-de-sac.

Woodford Road, Woodford

North East Side: From its intersection with the north western kerbline of Woodford Road cul-de-sac adjacent to 135-141 Woodford Road in a north westerly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

Officer Contact: Nicola Ryan on 0161 474 4409 or email: nicola.ryan@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the findings of a consultation exercise and seeking approval for the introduction of a Traffic Regulation Order.

RESOLVED – That the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks & Leisure Services be recommended to give approval to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Order and, subject to no objections being raised within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the order at a cost of £1,200 to be funded from the A6MAAR budget:-

Revocations of existing TRO Schedule:

No Waiting at Any Time

Woodford Road, Woodford

South West and South East Side: From its intersection with the north eastern kerbline of Woodford Road in a north easterly, south easterly and north easterly direction for a distance of 16.5 metres.

Woodford Road, Woodford

North East Side: From its intersection with the north western kerbline of Woodford Road cul-de-sac adjacent to 135-141 Woodford Road in a north westerly direction for a distance of 10 metres.

Proposed TRO Schedule:

No Waiting at Any Time

Woodford Road, Woodford (cul-de-sac adjacent to 135-141 Woodford Road)

All Sides: All sides from its intersection with the north eastern kerbline of Woodford Road for the full extent of the cul-de-sac.

Woodford Road, Woodford

North East Side: From its intersection with the north western kerbline of Woodford Road cul-de-sac adjacent to 135-141 Woodford Road in a north westerly direction for a distance of 10 metres

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details the findings of a consultation exercise for the Integrated Transport Block (ITB) – Ramillies Estate scheme and seeks approval for the provision of on-carriageway 20mph roundels and introduction of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) with associated signage; and to undertake a further consultation with residents of the estate which offers Access Protection Markings at a reduced rate.

The Area Committee is recommended to approve the following proposals associated with the ITB – Ramillies Estate scheme and give approval to the legal advertising of the Traffic Regulation Orders contained in Appendix A and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders to be funded from the ITB budget.

Officer contact: Caroline Aylmer-Shanks on 0161 474 4840 or email: c.aylmer-shanks@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the findings of a consultation exercise for the Integrated Transport Block (ITB) – Ramillies Estate scheme and seeks approval for the provision of on-carriageway 20mph roundels and introduction of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) with associated signage; and to undertake a further consultation with residents of the estate which offers Access Protection Markings at a reduced rate.

The following comments were made/issues raised:-

·         It was commented that residents on the Ramillies estate had raised the issue of parking and lack of entry and exit points to the estate during a drop in session with ward Members.

·         Members noted that there was no clear consensus among residents as to how to address traffic issues in the area, and so supported the proposed measures as they offered a good way to tackle localised issues in a bespoke way.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the proposals associated with the ITB – Ramilies Estate Scheme and to the legal advertising of the Traffic Regulation Orders contained in Appendix A to the report and, subject to no objections being received within 21 days of the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders to be funded from the ITB budget.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details an application from Wendy Green to hold the annual Paws and Play event in Lumb Lane Park on Monday 1st May 2022 between 10:00 and 18:00, with access required from 9:00 until 19:00.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the application subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including Health and Safety paperwork, insurances, site plan and payment of agreed fees and charges.

Officer contact: Emma Warrington on 0161 474 2314 or email: emma.warrington@stockport.gov.uk

(NOTE: The Chair was of the opinion that this item, although not included on the agenda, should be considered as a matter of urgency in accordance with Section 100B(4)(b) of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended) in order that the Area Committee could consider the application in advance of the proposed event taking place).

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Wendy Green to hold the annual Paws and Play event in Lumb Lane Park on Monday 1^st May 2023 between 10:00am and 6:00pm, with access required from 9:00am until 7:00pm.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application received from Wendy Green to hold the annual Paws and Play event in Lumb Lane Park on Monday 1^st May 2023, subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including Health and Safety paperwork, insurances, site plan and payment of agreed fees and charges.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details an application from Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club to hold their annual Duck Race and Family Fun Day at Bramhall Park on Sunday 21 May 2023 starting at 11:00 until 16:00, with access required from 7:00 until 18:00.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the application subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including a Temporary Events Notice, Health and Safety paperwork, insurances and payment of agreed fees and charges.

Officer contact: Emma Warrington on 0161 474 2314 or email: emma.warrington@stockport.gov.uk

(NOTE: The Chair was of the opinion that this item, although not included on the agenda, should be considered as a matter of urgency in accordance with Section 100B(4)(b) of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended) in order that the Area Committee could consider the application in advance of the proposed event taking place).

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club to hold their annual Duck Race and Family Fun Day at Bramhall Park on Sunday 21^st May 2023 between 11:00am and 4:00pm, with access required from 7:00am until 6:00pm.

RESOLVED - That approval be given to an application received from Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club to hold their Duck Race and Family Fun Day event in Bramhall Park on Sunday 21^st May 2023, subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including a Temporary Events Notice, Health and Safety paperwork, insurances and payment of agreed fees and charges.

To consider a report of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance.

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: Georgia Latham on 0161 474 3229 or email: georgia.latham@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance 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. The report also included the current position on the highway and traffic management delegated budget.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.