Labour Motion 1
This Council regrets the proposals that have been the subject of recent consultation which would, if approved, see increased charges to the current resident parking schemes across Warwickshire.
This Council therefore asks that a select committee be established to consider the implications of maintaining the current charging base and what if any changes need to be made to the current parking permit schemes and parking enforcement arrangements.
The findings of the Select Committee shall be included in a report to Cabinet with clear recommendations.
Proposer: Councillor Maggie O’Rourke
Seconder: Councillor Dave Parsons
Decision:
Resolved
“The Council supports the timetable in respect of the recent consultation on parking charges. The timetable allows the analysis of the consultation to be assessed and presented to Overview and Scrutiny to give Members time to consider and comment on. The report will then be presented to Cabinet with any recommendations that may be made by Scrutiny”.
Minutes:
1) Revisions to Permitting for On-Street Parking
Councillor O’Rourke proposed the motion as set out on the agenda.
This stated, “This Council regrets the proposals that have been the subject of recent consultation which would, if approved, see increased charges to the current resident parking schemes across Warwickshire.
This Council therefore asks that a select committee be established to consider the implications of maintaining the current charging base and what if any changes need to be made to the current parking permit schemes and parking enforcement arrangements.
The findings of the Select Committee shall be included in a report to Cabinet with clear recommendations”.
In proposing the motion Councillor O’Rourke made the following points.
1) When Rugby Borough Council had recently considered the proposals for parking as put forward by the County Council, they unanimously rejected them.
2) Local residents are concerned to have their views heard.
3) The proposed system will rely heavily on a digital interface. Many residents do not have access to computers or struggle to use them.
4) Many of the streets where permitting is proposed have houses of multiple occupancy. These require more than one parking permit and have a very limited number of parking spaces along their length.
5) Shift workers struggle to find parking spaces when they return from work. Having to walk any distance at unusual hours of the day can leave people feeling vulnerable. Councillor Dave Parsons seconded the motion and reserved his right to speak.
Amendment 1
An amendment was tabled by the Conservative Group.
This was proposed by Councillor Clarke and seconded by Councillor Seccombe.
This stated, “The Council supports the timetable in respect of the recent consultation on parking charges. The timetable allows the analysis of the consultation to be assessed and presented to Overview and Scrutiny to give Members time to consider and comment on. The report will then be presented to Cabinet with any recommendations that may be made by Scrutiny”.
Following some discussion over the nature of the amendment the Chair confirmed that it was acceptable.
Amendment 2
An amendment was proposed by Councillor Roodhouse.
This stated, “This Council regrets the proposals that have been the subject of recent consultation which would, if approved, see increased charges to the current resident parking schemes across Warwickshire. This Council therefore asks that a select committee be established and takes evidence from Bed & Breakfast owners, community and business groups from across Warwickshire. The select Committee should consider an impact analysis on the implications of maintaining the current charging base and what if any changes need to be made to the current parking permit schemes and parking enforcement arrangements. The findings of the Select Committee shall be included in a report to Cabinet with clear recommendations”.
(Amended wording in bold).
In introducing the second amendment Councillor Roodhouse made the following points.
1) The proposed scheme appears to be ill thought out having been driven by a need to replace the current scheme.
2) Permit prices have not increased for ... view the full minutes text for item 5