Issue - meetings

The Chair thanked Andrew Roddison, co-opted member, for his time and efforts on the Panel’s behalf.  She also wished him and any other Panel Member seeking re-election good luck for the 5^th May, 2011.

The Chair reported that Jack Carr and his wife had celebrated their Diamond Wedding Anniversary on 3^rd March, 2011.

Resolved:-  That the Panel’s congratulations be conveyed to Mr. and Mrs. Carr.

Reference was made to Minute No. C149 (Housing Rent Increase 2011/12) of a meeting of the Cabinet held on 19^th January, 2011 and concern expressed that this matter had never been submitted to this Scrutiny Panel.

Whilst it was acknowledged that the proposed housing rent would increase, there had been no discussion on the increases proposed for garage rents, heating charges and communal facilities for 2011/12 with this Panel.

It was suggested that whilst the decision was to be considered by the Council on Wednesday, 2^nd February, 2011, a report be included on the agenda for this Panel’s next meeting and that the Cabinet Member be asked to attend and explain the rationale as to why there had been no discussion by Scrutiny.