Meeting documents

Cabinet
Tuesday, 8th January, 2013 2.00 pm

Place:
Civic Suite, Civic Centre, Southend-on-Sea
 

Attendance Details

ItemDescriptionResolution
Part I
613 Apologies for absence.
 There were no apologies for absence.
614 Declarations of interest.
 The following declaration of interest was made:-

Councillor Lamb - Provision of Primary Places 2015 (Agenda item 10) - Governor at Westleigh Junior School - Non-Pecuniary interest.
615 Minutes of the Meeting held on Tuesday, 6th November, 2012
 Resolved:-

That the Minutes of the Meeting held on Tuesday, 6th November 2012 be confirmed as a correct record and signed.
616 Minutes of the Meeting held on Tuesday, 4th December, 2012
 Resolved:-

That the Minutes of the Meeting held on Tuesday, 4th December 2012 be confirmed as a correct record and signed.
617 Pre-Cabinet Scrutiny Items
 The following items had previously been considered by the respective Scrutiny Committee:

• Art on the Hoardings
• Southend-on-Sea Borough Council's Strategic Tenancy Strategy
• Possible New Affordable Housing Development Site - 159 Bournemouth Park Road/Byron Avenue
• Proposed Trust Links Project at Elm Road Allotment Site
• Saxon Lodge and Spencer House
• Provision of Primary School Places 2015
• Family on Sea Consultation
• Annual Report of the Success for All Children Group
• A127 Kent Elms, A127 The Bell Corner and A127 Tesco Junction Improvements and Progress of South East LEP Local Transport Body
• CCTV Vehicle Annual Reassessment
• Hackney Carriage Unmet Demand Survey 2012
• Proposed Policy on Residents Parking Schemes
• Seaway Car Park
Elm Road Development Brief
618 Art on the Hoardings
Business for item 618
Resolved:-

1. That the policy to encourage public art be approved and that a process be adopted which would involve Ward Councillors in approving and selecting temporary pieces of public art displayed on hoardings around development sites.

2. That Ward Councillors are presented with indicative art work which local arts groups may wish to install on the hoardings around sites.

3. That Planners will advise Developers that the Council actively encourages the involvement of local artists and arts groups to create suitable artistic work on hoardings around development sites.

4. That local arts organisations and local artists are encouraged to engage with community groups and local residents to create public art on hoardings.

Reasons for Decision

To enable local artists and arts organisations to enhance the local street scene and environment around building developments by creating art work on hoardings surrounding the developments around the town.

Other Options

None.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Community Services and Culture Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Jarvis.
This matter had previously been considered by Community Services and Culture Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
619 Southend-on-Sea Borough Council's Strategic Tenancy Strategy
Business for item 619
Resolved:-

That the Strategic Tenancy Strategy 2013-18, be approved (following final consultation with local social housing landlords and other key stakeholders).

Reasons for Decision

To fulfil Southend Borough Council's statutory commitments as outlined in the Localism Act 2011.

Other Options

The Council has a statutory duty to produce a Strategic Tenancy Strategy.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Community Services and Culture Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Salter.
This matter had previously been considered by Community Services and Culture Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
620 Possible New Affordable Housing Development Site - 159 Bournemouth Park Road/Byron Avenue
Business for item 620
Resolved:-

1. That the site be developed, subject to full site investigation to determine whether this is a desirable and appropriate use of the land.

2. That full consultation be carried out with Ward Members and residents regarding the possible development of this site.

3. That the Council-led approach be confirmed as the preferred development option conditional on appropriate risk management being adhered to.

Reasons for Decision

To fulfil Southend Borough Council's commitments as a strategic local Housing Authority to meet the demand for affordable housing in the town. This can be achieved through sensible use of Council assets whilst minimising the impact on existing properties.

Other Options.

The option of leaving 159 Bournemouth Park Road as is and re-letting it with the existing sized garden was considered. However, this was rejected as the proposal would allow for the provision of an additional affordable home without a detrimental effect on the amenities of 159 Bournemouth Park Road or neighbouring residents.

The development options include using a Registered Provider (RP)-led to develop the site or pursuing a Council-led build project. The RP option has been the primary route for affordable housing development in the recent past in Southend and represents a low risk approach. However, it is considered that the Council build option is a feasible and financially viable approach which would act as a small scale pilot for future Council-led residential build programmes.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Community Services and Culture Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Salter.
This matter had previously been considered by Community Services and Culture Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
621 Proposed Trust Links Project at Elm Road Allotment Site
Business for item 621
Resolved:-

1. That, in principle, the lease of the Elm Road Allotment site to Trust Links for the creation of a project based on the Growing Together model for a period of 25 years, be approved.

2. That the Corporate Director of Adult and Community Services, in consultation with the Executive Councillor for Culture and Tourism, be authorised to agree the terms of the lease based on advice and assistance from Asset Management.

Reasons for Decision

1. Leasing the Elm Road allotment site to Trust Links will enable a local charity to deliver new services to the residents of the town especially those in the Shoeburyness area.

2. Trust Links has a proven track record of delivering projects that supports people and builds communities. They currently run three main projects, Growing Together Westcliff, Breakthrough and The only Way is Green (TWIG) and support over 250 people a year and work with local schools.

3. The leasing of the site will reduce the Council's potential maintenance liability for the site.

Other Options

None.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Community Services and Culture Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Jarvis.
This matter had previously been considered by Community Services and Culture Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
622 Saxon Lodge and Spencer House
Business for item 622
Resolved:-

1. That it be noted that the construction on the Shelford site has commenced with an anticipated completion date of February 2014.

2. That the Corporate Director Adult and Community Services, in consultation with the relevant Executive Councillor, be authorised to complete the procurement of the care contracts and to manage all of the associated human resources issues.

Reasons for Decision

Consultation on potential TUPE issues will need to take place with those staff who may be affected by the transfer of the undertaking to another employer. The care specification will need to set out clearly the numbers of staff transferring and their associated employment terms and conditions. Therefore, it was proposed that the Corporate Director, in consultation with the Executive Councillor, be granted delegated authority to conclude the procurement and deal with all the associated HR issues.

Other Options.

The Council has a statutory duty to ensure appropriate staffing and support is available to meet the needs of both the permanent residents and the respite care service users.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Community Services and Culture Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Salter.
This matter had previously been considered by Community Services and Culture Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
623 Provision of Primary Places 2015
Business for item 623
Resolved:-

1. That St Mary's Church of England Primary School be expanded on the East Street site to provide an additional two forms of entry from September 2015 to September 2017.

2. That St Helen's Catholic Primary School is pursued as the primary plan to expand providing an additional one form of entry from September 2015.

3. That should houses in Windermere Road be purchased thereby resolving the deliverability issues at Sacred Heart, the option to expand at the school be reconsidered.

4. That subject to agreement of the Governing Body and the Diocese, a statutory joint consultation takes place with the Diocese of Brentwood about the significant enlargement of St Helen's Catholic Primary School.

Reasons for Decision

The overall aim is to achieve an additional 3 forms of entry by September 2015. The expansion of St. Mary's provides 2 FE with the further form of entry being provided at either St Helen's or Sacred Heart.

Other Options.

None.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Children and Lifelong Learning Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Courtenay.
This matter had previously been considered by Children and Lifelong Learning Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
624 Adoption Service Annual Report Statement of Purpose
Business for item 624
Resolved:-

That the submitted Annual Report and updated Statement of Purpose be approved, and that the annual adoption scorecard, be noted.

Reasons for Decision

The Adoption Statement of Purpose outlines the Adoption Service core services and the annual report outlines the activities undertaken by the Southend Adoption Service during 2012 and the outcomes and impact of the service.

Other Options.

It is a statutory requirement to present a report to the Executive twice yearly and the updated Statement of Purpose annually.


Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Children and Lifelong Learning Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Courtenay.
625 Family on Sea Consultation
Business for item 625
Resolved:-

That the outcomes of the consultation, be noted.

Reasons for Decision.

To inform Members of the outcome of the consultation exercise.

Other Options

None.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Children and Lifelong Learning Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Courtenay.
This matter had previously been considered by Children and Lifelong Learning Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
626 Fostering Service Annual Report
Business for item 626
Resolved:-

That the Annual Report and Statement of Purpose, be approved.

Reasons for Decision.

The Fostering Statement of Purpose outlines the Fostering Service core services and the annual report outlines the activities undertaken by Southend Fostering Service during 2012 and the outcomes and impact of the service.

Other Options.

None.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Children and Lifelong Learning Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Courtenay.
627 Report on Early Years and School Standards
Business for item 627
Resolved:-

That the submitted report be noted.

Reasons for Decision.

To receive the annual report on the academic progress of children and young people which is being monitored in accordance with 'Improving Learning Together'.

Other Options.

None.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Children and Lifelong Learning Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Courtenay.
628 Schools Forum Constitution
Business for item 628
Recommended:-

That the amended Schools Forum Constitution attached as Appendix 1 of the submitted report, be approved.

Reasons for Decision

The Council is required to establish and maintain a Schools Forum to enable consultation and recommendations on the allocation of the Schools Budget.

Other Options.

None.

Note:- This is a Council Function.
Eligible for call in to Children and Lifelong Learning Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Courtenay.
629 Annual Report of the Success for All Children Group
Business for item 629
Resolved:-

That the achievements of the Success for All Children Group and the progress made in addressing the priorities for children, young people and families, be noted.

Reasons for Decision.

To report on the work of the Success for All Children Group.

Other Options.

None.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Children and Lifelong Learning Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Courtenay.
This matter had previously been considered by Children and Lifelong Learning Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
630 A127 Kent Elms, A127 The Bell Corner and A127 Tesco Junction Improvements and Progress of South East LEP Local Transport Body
Business for item 630
Resolved:-

1. That it be noted that the A127 Kent Elms, A127 The Bell Corner and A127 Tesco Junction Improvements all feature in the top three for "short term" schemes in the South East Local Enterprise Partnership (SELEP) prioritisation exercise.

2. That approval be given to progress the key stages in the programme up to preferred option selection to meet the Department for Transport's time frame for the proposal for "Devolving Local Major Transport Schemes" and the requirements of the emerging SELEP Local Transport Body;

3. That the progress with the creation of a new Local Transport Body for the SELEP area, be noted.

Reasons for Decision.

1. It traditionally takes a minimum of four years for schemes to be construction ready, therefore in order for the A127 Kent Elms, A127 The Bell Corner and A127 Tesco Junction Improvements to progress to be ready for construction in 2015 the consultation process needs to commence.

2. The outcome of the consultation and feasibility studies will support the schemes in the prioritisation review and contribute towards certainty of scheme costs and support benefit cost ratios supporting the business case.

3. The schemes will support the development of the Airport Business Parks, employment and housing growth.

Other Options.

1. To be able to deliver the employment needs of the Borough and planned housing growth, the schemes will need to progress as identified in the submitted report. Alternative transport interventions involving less intensive infrastructure will not provide the necessary capacity to support the planned development in terms of the JAAP objectives. The option of not proceeding with the schemes would be in conflict with the JAAP Transport Strategy, which has been based on extensive transport modelling work and consultation.

2. There are currently no realistic alternatives to seeking funding other than from the Local Transport Body route. This is intended to support employment and housing growth and the Southend schemes are in a good position to seek a proportion of this fund.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Cox.
This matter had previously been considered by Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
631 CCTV Vehicle Annual Reassessment
Business for item 631
Resolved:-

1. That the contents of the submitted report, be noted and endorsed.

2. That the use of the CCTV Cars in the Borough in line with the priority policy framework (to include the contravention of parking regulations by car dealers) outlined in the submitted report to deal with dangerous and inconsiderate parking, be continued.

3. That the Parking Management Team, in conjunction with Ward Members, identify all problem locations/routes that need to be routinely patrolled by the CCTV cars and to publish these on the Council's website.

Reasons for Decision

The successes of the deployment of mobile CCTV enforcement in the Borough will be built upon, delivering further improvements in road safety, the environment and promote the expeditious movement of traffic on the Borough's highway network.

Other Options.

The "do nothing" option is not considered feasible as this approach is not likely to continue to deliver further improvements in terms of road safety, environmental improvement and expeditious traffic flow.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Cox.
This matter had previously been considered by Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
632 Hackney Carriage Unmet Demand Survey 2012
Business for item 632
Resolved:-

That the outcome of the Hackney Carriage Unmet Demand Survey, be noted and that the Council maintains its current entry control policy and maintain a limit of 276 hackney carriages.

Reasons for Decision.

The Unmet Demand Survey 2012 has identified that there is no evidence of significant unmet demand for Hackney Carriages in Southend and therefore there would be no justification at this time to issue further hackney carriage vehicle licences.

Other Options.

The Unmet Demand Survey 2012 report provides other options for the authority to consider including agreeing to issue any number of additional plates as it sees fit, either in one allocation or a series of allocations or to remove the numerical restriction currently in place.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Cox.
This matter had previously been considered by Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
633 Proposed Policy on Residents Parking Schemes
Business for item 633
Resolved:-

1. That the proposed policy framework set out in the submitted report on the instigation of investigations and implementation of all future Parking Management Schemes (PMSs), be approved.

2) That the proposed consultation response thresholds for new PMS proposals, be approved.

3) That the new process and associated criteria for considering and prioritising requests for PMSs, be approved.

4) That the proposed consultation response threshold for reviewing existing parking management proposals, be approved.

5) That Officers be requested to consider alternative measures to address parking stress before considering PMSs.

Reasons for Decision.

To help ensure that only viable schemes are investigated for further action, the Council's resources are used effectively and that any scheme that is taken forward is supported by residents.

Other Options.

To ‘Do nothing' and maintain the status quo is not a realistic option due to the difficulties experienced through the past implementation of PMSs as this will continue to provide an unclear mandate for decision making. Hence, decisions will be more difficult to make and will continue to result in much more intense post implementation queries and dissatisfaction. This situation is also costly and does not represent value for money.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Cox.
This matter had previously been considered by Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
Part I Report(s) on minor matters and for information
634 Minutes of the Meeting of London Southend Airport Monitoring Working Party held on Thursday, 6th December 2012
 Resolved:-

That the Minutes of the Meeting held on Thursday, 6th December 2012 be received, subject to the deletion of the reference to Councillor Courtenay having declared an interest.
635 Council Procedure Rule 46
 Resolved:-

That the submitted report be noted.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in as appropriate to the item.
Executive Councillor:- As appropriate to the item.
636 Exclusion of the Public.
 Resolved :-

That, under Section 100(A)(4) of the Local Government Act 1972, the public be excluded from the meeting for the items of business set out below, on the grounds that they involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Part 1 of Schedule 12A to the Act and that the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information.
Part II
637 Seaway Car Park
  • (Attachment: 34)Report of Corporate Director Support Services
Scrutiny Comment for item 637
Business for item 637
Resolved:-

1. That the principles of the Draft Heads of Terms set out at Appendix 1 of the submitted report, be approved subject to external certification for compliance with S.123 Local Government Act 1972.

2. That the Council proceed with the developer as a 'special purchaser' for the reasons as set out in Section 5 of the submitted report.

3. That the Corporate Director Support Services, in consultation with the Executive Councillor for Corporate Support Services and the Group Leaders, be authorised to approve any significant variations to the Heads of Terms.

4. That the Council's powers of compulsory acquisition be applied, if necessary, to complete any land acquisition which is beneficial to the strategic delivery of the scheme.

5. That as part of the Heads of Terms, a fixed time for delivery of the proposal as well as an initial period within which the proposals need to be brought forward for consideration will be included.

6. That the Council's current annual revenue position of £277k must be retained and improved and an opportunity created to share in long-term income from the development.

7. That the leisure development would be delivered ahead of the occupancy of any residential accommodation provided.

Reasons for Decision.

As identified in the submitted report.

Other Options.

None.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillors:- Lamb and Moring.
This matter had previously been considered by Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
*Called in to:- Economic & Environmental Scrutiny Committee
638 Pier, North End Amusements
  • (Attachment: 35)Report of Corporate Director Support Services
Scrutiny Comment for item 638
Business for item 638
Resolved:-

1. That it be agreed to proceed on the basis of the Heads of Terms for the lease summarised at paragraph 3.8 of the submitted report and that the financial implications set out in paragraph 6.02 of the report, be endorsed.

2. That the Corporate Director Support Services, in consultation with the Executive Councillor for Corporate Support Services, be authorised to approve any amendments required to the Heads of Terms provided that the principles remain the same.

Reasons for Decision

As set out in the submitted report.

Other Options.

As set out in the submitted report.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Moring.
*Called in to:- Economic & Environmental Scrutiny Committee
639 Elm Road Development Brief
  • (Attachment: 36)Report of Corporate Director Enterprise, Tourism and the Environment
  • (Attachment: 37)Appendix 1
  • (Attachment: 38)Appendix 2
  • (Attachment: 39)Appendix 3
Scrutiny Comment for item 639
Business for item 639
Resolved:-

That the proposed draft development brief be approved in order to progress the document through to a further round of public consultation.

Reasons for Decision.

As set out in the submitted report.

Other Options.

As set out in the submitted report.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor: J Garston.
This matter had previously been considered by Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee as a pre-Cabinet scrutiny item.
*Called in to:- Economic & Environmental Scrutiny Committee
640 City Deal
  • (Attachment: 40)Report of Corporate Director Enterprise, Tourism and the Environment
  • (Attachment: 41)Appendix 1
  • (Attachment: 42)Appendix 2
Business for item 640
Resolved:-

1. That the submission to Government of an Expression of Interest for a Southend City Deal following Southend's shortlisting as one of 20 areas eligible to bid for a second wave of City Deals, be approved.

2. That the Corporate Director Enterprise, Tourism and the Environment, in consultation with the Leader of the Council and the Chief Executive, be authorised to make any minor amendments as a result of Government feedback to the Expression of Interest.

Reasons for Decision.

As set out in the submitted report.

Other Options.

As set out in the submitted report.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Eligible for call in to Economic and Environmental Scrutiny Committee.
Executive Councillor:- Holdcroft.
14:00/15:20

Attendance Details

Present:
Cllr Holdcroft (Chairman), Cllr Courtenay, Cllr Cox, Cllr J Garston, Cllr Jarvis, Cllr Lamb, Cllr Moring, Cllr Salter
In attendance:
R Tinlin, J K Williams, S Holland, A Lewis, S Leftley, S Cook, A Atherton, J Chesterton, J Ruffle, J Troup and C Gamble

Also present: Councillors Crystall, Godwin, Lewin, McMahon, Woodley

Scrutiny Comment

ItemComment
637 Called in by Councillors I D Gilbert and M L Borton.
Final call on 16/01/2013 at 09:02
Supported by G Longley, P Collins
Resolved:-

That the following decisions of Cabinet be noted:-

"1. That the principles of the Draft Heads of Terms set out at Appendix 1 of the submitted report, be approved subject to external certification for compliance with S.123 Local Government Act 1972.

2. That the Council proceed with the developer as a 'special purchaser' for the reasons as set out in Section 5 of the submitted report.

3. That the Corporate Director Support Services, in consultation with the Executive Councillor for Corporate Support Services and the Group Leaders, be authorised to approve any significant variations to the Heads of Terms.

4. That the Council's powers of compulsory acquisition be applied, if necessary, to complete any land acquisition which is beneficial to the strategic delivery of the scheme.

5. That as part of the Heads of Terms, a fixed time for delivery of the proposal as well as an initial period within which the proposals need to be brought forward for consideration will be included.

6. That the Council's current annual revenue position of £277k must be retained and improved and an opportunity created to share in long-term income from the development.

7. That the leisure development would be delivered ahead of the occupancy of any residential accommodation provided."

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Executive Councillors:- Lamb and Moring.

(In accordance with Council Procedure Rule 40.2, Councillor Wexham requested that his vote against the proposals be noted).
638 Called in by Councillors G Longley and P Collins.
Final call on 17/01/2013 at 08:52
Resolved:-

1. That the following decisions of Cabinet be noted:-

"1. That it be agreed to proceed on the basis of the Heads of Terms for the lease summarised at paragraph 3.8 of the submitted report and that the financial implications set out in paragraph 6.2 of the report, be endorsed.

2. That the Corporate Director Support Services, in consultation with the Executive Councillor for Corporate Support Services, be authorised to approve any amendments required to the Heads of Terms provided that the principles remain the same."

2. In accordance with Council Procedure Rule 39, the matter be referred to full Council for consideration at its meeting on 28th February 2013.

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Executive Councillor:- Moring.
639 Called in by Councillors G Longley and P Collins.
Final call on 17/01/2013 at 08:52
Resolved:-

That the following decisions of Cabinet be noted:-

"That the proposed draft development brief be approved in order to progress the document through to a further round of public consultation."

Note:- This is an Executive Function.
Executive Councillor: J Garston.

Business

ItemBusiness
618The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Adult and Community Services concerning a proposal to encourage community arts groups and artists to be able to create public art on hoardings around development and building sites.
619The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Adult and Community Services setting out the draft Southend-on-Sea Council Strategic Tenancy Strategy.
620The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Adult and Community Services setting out a proposal to provide an additional affordable housing unit on Council owned land at Bournemouth Park Road/Byron Avenue.
621The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Adult and Community Services on a proposal to lease the Elm Road allotment site to Trust Links to create a community garden based on the Growing Together model.
622The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Adult and Community Services which outlined the progress made in re-developing the former Shelford site to provide supported living and respite provision for adults with learning disabilities.
623The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Children and Learning which outlined proposals to secure sufficient reception school places across the town for 2015.
624The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Children and Learning which updated Members on the activities over the last year in the Adoption Service and reviewed the updated Statement of Purpose in line with Standard 18.3 of the Adoption National Minimum Standards.
625The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Children and Learning which informed Members of the outcome of the Family-on-Sea consultation commissioned by the Success for All Children Group.
626The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Children and Learning on the activities over the last year in the Fostering Service and sought agreement to the updated Statement of Purpose in line with Standard 16 of the Fostering National Minimum Standards.

On consideration of the report, the Leader of the Council highlighted the improvements in the Fostering and Adoption services and the positive outcomes for children and asked that the thanks of Members be conveyed to the relevant officers in recognition of their hard work.
627The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Children and Learning on the education standards achieved by Southend's children and young people at the end of academic year 2011-2012 and in the following key stages:-

• Early Years Foundation Stage (age 5)
• Key Stage 1 (age 7)
• Key Stage 2 (age 11)
• Key Stage 4 (age 16)
628The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Children and Learning proposing an amended constitution for the Schools Forum.
629The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Children and Learning on the progress of the Success for All Children Group over the last year in improving outcomes for children and young people in the priority areas in the Children and Young People's Plan.
630The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Enterprise, Tourism and the Environment providing an update on the A127 Kent Elms, A127 The Bell Corner and A127 Tesco Junction Improvements schemes.
631The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Enterprise, Tourism and the Environment providing the first annual reassessment of the use of the CCTV Vehicles ("CCTV car") in the Borough to complement enforcement of parking contraventions.

On discussion of the report, Members expressed concern that there were locations where car dealers operate and regularly contravene parking restrictions and considered that the priority policy framework for the use of CCTV cars should be more explicit in addressing parking problems of this nature.
632The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Enterprise, Tourism and the Environment detailing the findings of the Hackney Carriage Unmet Demand Survey 2012 undertaken by Halcrow on behalf of the Authority.
633The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Enterprise, Tourism and the Environment which reviewed the process of instigating the investigations and implementation of Parking Management Schemes (PMSs) across the Borough and sought approval to the proposed new policy framework to deal with all future requests.
637The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Support Services on the options to develop Seaway Car Park in line with the Southend Central Area Action Plan.

Members were keen to ensure that the leisure development would be delivered ahead of the occupancy of any residential accommodation provided.
638The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Support Services which updated Members on the current position with regard to the Pier North End Amusements and the Pier Entrance.
639The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Enterprise, Tourism and the Environment which presented the draft Elm Road Development Brief.
640The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director Enterprise, Tourism and the Environment requesting that consideration be given to the submission of an Expression of Interest for a City Deal for Southend.

 

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