Agenda item

The Minutes of the meeting held 8 July 2016 were agreed as a correct record and were signed by the Chairman.

Councillor P May asked for clarification in terms of his request for letters to be sent to individuals who had thrown litter.  The Head of Projects and Business Services, Alan Patrickson confirmed that such letters could be sent out, taking evidence received into account.

The Overview and Scrutiny Officer, Diane Close noted that in relation to the Quarter 4 Performance Report (Minute 7) there was an ongoing consultation regarding the proposal to introduce a countywide Public Space Protection Order for dog control order, with the consultation closing on 5 December.  Following the meeting, Members of the Committee would be provided with the link to the consultation providing an opportunity for Members to comment.  An update for Members on the results of the consultation will be provided at the meeting on 24 January 2017 as part of the Quarter 2 performance presentation.

The Head of Projects and Business Services added that previous dog control orders would move over to the new legislation automatically, however, the consultation would allow people to input on aspects other than dog fouling such as enforcing having a dog on a leader, stray dogs, and other areas that Neighbourhood Wardens faced on a frequent basis.