Agenda and minutes

To record the names of apologies given and deputy members who are attending the meeting in place of appointed Members (where appropriate)

Apologies were noted as above.

To receive any disclosure of interests from Members and Officers in matters to be discussed. 

Note: Councillors are reminded of their obligations to declare disclosable pecuniary interests, personal and/or prejudicial interests in accordance with legislation and the Council’s Code of Conduct.

There were no disclosures of interest made.

As this is the first meeting of the Forum of the 2022/23 municipal year, it will be necessary to appoint a vice chairperson of the Forum. (Members should note that in the event of the chairperson being unable to attend a meeting, only a Winchester City Council member can chair a meeting of the forum)

RESOLVED: 

That Councillor Small be appointed vice-chairperson for the 2022/23 municipal year.

The chairperson advised that she noted that several members were concerned that the forum meetings were not taking place in person. She advised that the cabinet had considered the issues raised by this forum and others and had agreed that meetings for 2022/23 should continue to be held virtually. These  ...  view the full minutes text for item 4.

To receive and note questions asked and statements made from members of the public on general matters of interest and/or matters relating to the work of the Forum

Members of the public and visiting councillors may speak at the forum, provided they have registered to speak three working days in advance. Please contact Democratic Services by the deadline stated at the top of this agenda via democracy@winchester.gov.uk or (01962) 848 264 to register to speak and for further details.

Mr Allen addressed the meeting on two points regarding Bluebell Way. Mr Allen felt that a lack of effective traffic calming measures was causing numerous issues such as vehicle speeding, vehicle noise nuisance, and general safety concerns. Mr Allen also raised concerns regarding the signage on the local shared cycle/pedestrian  ...  view the full minutes text for item 5.

That the minutes of the meeting be signed as a correct record.

RESOLVED:

That the minutes of the previous meeting held on the 10 February 2022 be approved and adopted.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the forum could not receive an update on this agenda item. Members of the forum raised several matters which were summarised below. The Service Lead, Built Environment agreed to discuss these matters with the Governance Manager and suggested to provide a written update to members as  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

Martin Shefferd, Hampshire County Council provided the forum with a verbal update concerning the latest position regarding both primary and secondary education at North Whiteley. The update covered a range of issues including primary school pupil numbers and the proposed timeline for the build and opening of the secondary school.  ...  view the full minutes text for item 8.

Patrick Bingham, Hampshire County Council provided the forum with a verbal update concerning the latest position regarding the M27 Junction 9 and  Parkway roundabout scheme. The update covered a range of issues including:

1.    that overall works were progressing well

2.    that the forecast completion was late September 2022

3.  ...  view the full minutes text for item 9.

Amanda Morris, Hampshire County Council provided the forum with a presentation concerning the North Whiteley Travel Plan. The presentation  covered a range of issues including:

1.    background of the travel planning team

2.    activity to date at North Whiteley including the myjourney website: https://myjourneyhampshire.com/moving-home/north-whiteley/

3.    activity at Whiteley Primary school  ...  view the full minutes text for item 10.

A statement was read out that had been received from Hampshire County Council Local Bus Team regarding bus services and bus shelters (available here).

Verbal Update and Report Ref NWDF18 and appendices attached.

Jeff Davis of Tetra Tech provided the forum with a presentation which was available on the council’s website here. The presentation covered a range of issues which included the following.

1.    Highways: Bluebell Way (North), Bluebell Way (Central) and Bluebell Way (Cornerstone Primary School).

2.    Footpath 9.

3.    Off-site  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

Members to suggest items for future meetings.

Members put forward the following items for future agenda items:

1.    governance update

2.    medical facilities and a G.P update

3.    bus service update

4.    the running of the proposed community centre

5.    residents' experiences of resolving local issues.

14 Nov 2022 6.00 pm

16 Feb 2023 6.00 pm

The meetings for the rest of the year were noted as follows:

·       14 Nov 2022 6.00 pm

·       16 Feb 2023 6.00 pm