Agenda

To approve as a correct record and sign the minutes of the meeting held on 8 April 2025.

To report any urgent action taken under the constitution since the last meeting of the committee.

To consider a report of the Assistant Director for Governance.

The report provides an update on progress since the last meeting on decisions taken by the Area Committee, including its executive Sub Committee, and details the current position on ward flexibility funding, the Brookfield Park Shiers Family Trust, and delegated budget.

To receive a verbal update (if any) from the Democratic Services Officer on the progression and/ or success of projects which have received a grant from the Brookfield Park Shiers Family Trust to assist members of the Area Committee in the monitoring of the effectiveness of the fund.

The Area Committee is requested to note the report.

Officer contact: Caleb Harris 0161 474 3229 | caleb.harris@stockport.gov.uk

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

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

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

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

To discuss the issue of parking within the area covered by the Cheadle Area Committee. Jamie Birtles (Assistant Director for Strategic Infrastructure, Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council) will be in attendance at the meeting to support the discussion on this item.

To consider an application received from Odyssey Art Academy for Ward Flexibility Funding for a total grant of £960 (£90 from Cheadle East & Cheadle Hulme North, £90 from Cheadle West & Gatley and £50 from Heald Green ward allocations) towards the cost of hosting a series of acting workshops, culminating in a public performance, to empower individuals, particularly those from marginalised or vulnerable backgrounds.

To consider an application received from St Catherine’s Church for Ward Flexibility Funding for a total grant of £1,000 (Heald Green ward allocation only) towards the cost of the installation of a defibrillator on the outside of the church building.

To consider an application received from St James Parish Church, Gatley for Ward Flexibility Funding for a total grant of £600 (Cheadle West & Gatley ward allocation only) towards the cost of a copier & printer for the church and hall in order to serve the activities the church provides to the local community.

To consider an application received from Heaton Mersey Village Cricket Club for Ward Flexibility Funding for a total grant of £945 (£45 from Cheadle East & Cheadle Hulme North, £45 from Cheadle West & Gatley and £45 from Heald Green ward allocations) towards the cost of hosting a family fun day open to the community. The club draws members from across the Stockport Borough.

There are currently no development applications to consider.

To consider a report of the Assistant Director for 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 Cheadle Area Committee area.

The Area Committee is requested to note the report.

Officer contact: Vicki Bates 0161 474 3219 | vicki.bates@stockport.gov.uk

To receive a verbal update from the Strategic Director for Infrastructure, Jamie Birtles on actions taken since the New Years Eve/New Years Day flooding across the Cheadle area.

To consider a report of the Director for Place Management

This report provides the Area Committee panel with a briefing on the above project and to notify of the intention to create and implement an Off-street Parking Places Order as required.

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

Officer Contact: Emma Stubbs | emma.stubbs@stockport.gov.uk   

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management

The report details an application from Bruntwood Park BMX Club who would like to host their annual North Regional Race at the Bruntwood Park BMX Track on 7^th September, with access required between 6am and 8pm.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval and the application be granted subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the payment of agreed fees and charges

Officer Contact: James J. Collins by email: james.j.collins@stockport.gov.uk

To consider a Joint Report of the Director of Place Management and Assistant

Director - Governance.

The report details objections made in relation to the proposed Traffic Regulation Order 'No Waiting at Any Time' on Lavington Ave and St Davids Road, Cheadle.

The Area Committee is recommended to agree that the order be made as originally advertised.

Officer Contact: Diane Knight 07929777412 | diane.knight@stockport.gov.uk

To report on the objections made in relation to the proposed Traffic Regulation Order for Residents Permit Parking on Cromer Road, Cheadle.

The Area Committee is recommended to note report and to recommend that notwithstanding the objections received, the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways & Transport Services make the order as originally advertised. 

Officer Contact: Diane Knight 07929777412 | diane.knight@stockport.gov.uk

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

This report considers objections made in relation to the proposed Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) and establishment of Crossing Notice on Manchester Road in Cheadle.

The Area Committee is recommended to note report and to recommend that notwithstanding the objections received, the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways & Transport Services make the order as originally advertised, and  that the amended layout of the Toucan Crossing and Traffic Calming Feature are constructed as detailed in the report. 

Officer Contact: Ifan Aslam 0161 474 3266 or by email ifan.aslam@stockport.gov.uk

To consider a report of the Director of Finance – S.151 Officer

This report is to inform Members of the financial standing of the Trust as at 31 March 2025 and to formally adopt the audited Financial Accounts of the Brookfield Park Shiers Family Trust for the financial year ending 31 March 2025, which can be found at Appendix one.

The Area Committee is recommended to -

(1)  Note the contents of this report;

(2)  Formally adopt the Financial Accounts of the Brookfield Park Shiers Family Trust for year ending 31 March 2025;

(3)  Consider whether funding is to be made available for distribution from the Trust during 2025/26; and

(4)  Advise as to any changes in the investment policies adopted that they wish to make.  As a reminder, the investment policies are:

·         To maintain the value of the Trust in real terms before considering any distribution, and

·         To reinvest the dividends received in relation to the Investment Fund back into that Investment Fund.

To elect a Chair of the Area Committee for a period until the next Annual Council Meeting.

To appoint a Vice-Chair of the Area Committee for a period until the next Annual Council meeting.

The Area Committee is invited to nominate Ward Spokespersons with whom the Director of Place Management can consult on highway maintenance and traffic management matters.

The Area Committee is recommended to nominate Ward Spokespersons with whom the Director of Place Management can consult on highway maintenance and traffic management matters.

Officer contact: Caleb Harris on 0161 474 3229 or email caleb.harris@stockport.gov.uk