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RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee held on 11 July, 2024 and 24 July, 2024 be approved and signed as a correct record
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the North Wales Police and Crime Panel held on 21 June, 2024 be noted.
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – East held on 17 July, 2024 be noted.
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – South held on 16 July, 2024 be noted.
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – North held on 22 July, 2024 be noted.
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – West held on 15 July, 2024 be noted.
RESOLVED: That the forward work programme for the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee, together with the combined forward work programme be approved.
RESOLVED: That the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee noted that the Local Toilet Strategy was being delivered in accordance with the actions stated in the strategy document. Note: The following Members, who were also Town or Community Councillors, declared a personal interest in above item. Councillors: Cathy Augustine, Sam Cotton, Simon Croft, Keith Eeles, Ros Griffiths-Williams, Louise Emery, Hannah Fleet, Mandy Hawkins, Chris Hughes, Alan Hunter, Gail Jones, Bernice McLoughlin, Tom Montgomery, Nia Owen and Michael Smith. As the interest was not considered prejudicial, the Councillors were able to speak and vote on the matter.
An apology was received from Councillor Carol Beard.
Those Members who were also Town or Community Councillors declared a personal interest in agenda item 10i - Update on delivery of the Local Toilet Strategy The Town and Community Councillors were as follows: Cathy Augustine, Sam Cotton, Simon Croft, Keith Eeles, Ros Griffiths-Williams, Louise Emery, Hannah Fleet, Mandy Hawkins, Chris Hughes, Alan Hunter, Gail Jones, Bernice McLoughlin, Tom Montgomery, Nia Owen and Michael Smith. As the interest was not considered prejudicial, the Councillors were able to speak and vote on the matter.
None.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee held on 11 July, 2024 and 24 July, 2024 be approved and signed as a correct record
The minutes of the meeting of the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee held on 11 July, 2024 and 24 July, 2024 were submitted for approval. RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee held on 11 July, 2024 and 24 July, 2024 be approved and signed as a correct record
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the North Wales Police and Crime Panel held on 21 June, 2024 be noted.
The minutes of the meeting of the North Wales Police and Crime Panel held on 21 June, 2024 were presented for information. RESOLVED: That the minutes of the North Wales Police and Crime Panel held on 21 June, 2024 be noted.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – East held on 17 July, 2024 be noted.
The minutes of the meeting of the Local Area Forum (LAF) – East held on 17 July, 2024 were presented for information. RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – East held on 17 July, 2024 be noted.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – South held on 16 July, 2024 be noted.
The minutes of the meeting of the Local Area Forum (LAF) – South held on 16 July, 2024 were presented for information. RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – South held on 16 July, 2024 be noted.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – North held on 22 July, 2024 be noted.
The minutes of the meeting of the Local Area Forum (LAF) – North held on 22 July, 2024 were presented for information. RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – North held on 22 July, 2024 be noted.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – West held on 15 July, 2024 be noted.
The minutes of the meeting of the Local Area Forum (LAF) – West held on 15 July, 2024 were presented for information. RESOLVED: That the minutes of the Local Area Forum – West held on 15 July, 2024 be noted.
None.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: That the forward work programme for the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee, together with the combined forward work programme be approved.
The Scrutiny and Committee Services Officer presented the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee Forward Work Programme (FWP), together with the combined FWP. Members were advised that the Empty Home Strategy had been deferred from October to January 2025. RESOLVED: That the forward work programme for the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee, together with the combined forward work programme be approved.
The Cabinet Member for Audit, Policy and Performance introduced the Local Area Energy Plan: Land review and policy approach for onshore renewables (Deposit Replacement Local Development Plan) report and the Senior Planning Policy Officer provided a presentation highlighting key points from within the report. In scrutinising the report, Members discussed the following: • The policy approach as to how planning applications would be assessed. • The opportunities available to local communities to engage and benefit from onshore renewable schemes. • Barriers and investment in relation to grid capacity. RECOMMENDATION TO CABINET: (a) That the key findings, policy approach and policy recommendations within the Local Area Energy Plan: Land review and policy approach for onshore renewables be agreed and included in the Deposit Replacement Local Development Plan (RLDP) consultation planned for late 2024. (b) That delegated authority be given to the Head of Regulatory Services, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Audit, Policy and Performance, to make minor amendments to the appendices (including sites details once agreed).
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: That the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee noted that the Local Toilet Strategy was being delivered in accordance with the actions stated in the strategy document. Note: The following Members, who were also Town or Community Councillors, declared a personal interest in above item. Councillors: Cathy Augustine, Sam Cotton, Simon Croft, Keith Eeles, Ros Griffiths-Williams, Louise Emery, Hannah Fleet, Mandy Hawkins, Chris Hughes, Alan Hunter, Gail Jones, Bernice McLoughlin, Tom Montgomery, Nia Owen and Michael Smith. As the interest was not considered prejudicial, the Councillors were able to speak and vote on the matter.
The Chair reminded Members that the report on the delivery of the Local Toilet Strategy was an update on progress of the Strategy only and not an opportunity to discuss the Notice of Motion, which was to be considered by Council 22.08.2024. In line with the Overview and Scrutiny Public Engagement Protocol, a member of the public, Grace O’Moore had requested to speak and made reference to the increase in tourism on the Great Orme, Llandudno, its landscape and ecology. In addition, reference was made to Rhos on Sea and other areas within the County, who should have access to public conveniences. The Chair thanked Ms O’Moore for her attendance and acknowledged her concerns. The Cabinet Member for Environment, Roads and Facilities – Infrastructure introduced the update report and the Facilities Manager highlighted the key points. In scrutinising the report, Members discussed the following: • The financial implications for both the Local Authority and Town and Community Councils. • In terms of specific sites, options or queries, Members were encouraged to contact the Facilities Manager direct. • In respect of communication and dialogue. Some Members expressed disappointment at the failure to consult with Local Members and stakeholders appropriately. Some Town/Community Councils had actively taken part in discussions and shown an appetite to collaborate with Conwy further. • The need for further exploration and innovation in terms of sourcing grants and encouraging uptake in respect of the Conwy Community Toilet Scheme. • The importance of prosecuting those vandalising community facilities. A proposal to accept the officer recommendation within the report, subject to disappointment being expressed at the failure of officers to consult with Members as per the Council’s Constitution and Member Officer Protocol was seconded. Following a vote, it was RESOLVED: That the Economy and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee noted that the Local Toilet Strategy was being delivered in accordance with the actions stated in the strategy document. Note: The following Members, who were also Town or Community Councillors, declared a personal interest in above item. Councillors: Cathy Augustine, Sam Cotton, Simon Croft, Keith Eeles, Ros Griffiths-Williams, Louise Emery, Hannah Fleet, Mandy Hawkins, Chris Hughes, Alan Hunter, Gail Jones, Bernice McLoughlin, Tom Montgomery, Nia Owen and Michael Smith. As the interest was not considered prejudicial, the Councillors were able to speak and vote on the matter.
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