Decision details
Association of South Essex Local Authorities (ASELA) Update
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: For Determination
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Decision:
The Cabinet considered a report of the Chief Executive providing a general update on ASELA, as well as wider developments including the establishment of an ASELA and Local Government Reform Working Party.
Resolved:-
1. That updates provided in the submitted report be noted, in particular that the ASELA prospectus has now been submitted to the government and the stated position of Essex County Council in relation to Local Government Reform (LGR).
2. That the ongoing programme of work to explore and develop local government reform options with neighbouring councils, be supported.
3. That it be noted that specialist advice will continue to be obtained, under officer delegations and within approved budgets, to support the exploration of options, assess and validate data and help ensure the best outcomes for Southend-on-Sea
Reasons for decision:
To note the update on ASELA, the position of the ASLEA/LGR Working Party and the appropriate next steps in supporting the on-going programme of work to explore and develop local government reform options.
Other options:
Do nothing – this option is not recommended because it is clear that both government and subsequently Essex County Council are proposing significant changes to local government across England, including Essex. It is, therefore, incumbent upon the Council to develop proposals that provide the best possible outcome for Southend’s residents while satisfying the government’s criteria.
Note: This is an Executive Function
Eligible for call-in to: Policy and Resources Scrutiny Committee
Executive Member: Cllr Gilbert
Report author: Alison Griffin
Publication date: 18/09/2020
Date of decision: 15/09/2020
Decided at meeting: 15/09/2020 - Cabinet
Effective from: 26/09/2020
This decision has been called in by:
- Councillor Tony Cox who writes for consideration by Policy & Resources Scrutiny Committee"
- Councillor Meg Davidson who writes for consideration by Policy & Resources Scrutiny Committee"
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