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To

Subject

1

Councillor Rennie

Councillor Haydon

Vaping

Response: It was considered that vaping was a safer alternative to smoking. It was recommended that vaping liquid was purchased from a trusted seller.

2

Councillor Parker-Delaz-Ajete

Councillor Coker

Casework figures relating to highways since May 2019

Response: Councillor Coker confirmed that Councillors casework relating to his area of responsibility were provided to him for oversight and were broken down into different departments for clarity. There were 100 enquiries relating to transport every month with three cases currently outstanding – there were assurances that these cases would be rectified as soon as possible. 

3

Councillor Ian Bowyer

Councillor Pete Smith

EGM procedure – withdrawal of motion

Response: Councillor Smith gave assurances that the issue regarding withdrawal of a motion would be considered by the Audit and Governance Committee and confirmed that legal advice was sought and it was stated that the EGM was required to go ahead.

4

Councillor James

Councillor Coker

Notte Street to Exeter Street traffic issues

Response: The works on the Barbican were taking place in preparation for the Mayflower 2020 celebrations – both businesses and residents were consulted. Roadworks linked to Charles Cross was also affecting traffic in this part of the city however traffic was regularly monitored. All planned roadworks and diversions would be loaded onto the Council’s website.

5

Councillor

 Drean

Councillor Dann

Council Fleet - Electric Vehicles

Response: Three business cases for the replacement of the Council’s fleet (domestic refuse, general fleet and hire vehicles) were being developed with an aim to move over to electric vehicles – it was highlighted that this was not possible for all vehicles. The Council was to use some Transforming City Fund monies to install more electric charging points across the Council’s estate.

6

Councillor

Rebecca Smith

Councillor Pete Smith

100 Year Anniversary of Lady Astor’s election as Plymouth MP’s for Sutton

Response: Alexis Bowater was leading on the unveiling of the Lady Astor Statue; the Council would be involved in the celebrations.

7

Councillor Mrs Johnson

Councillor

Evans OBE

Thanks to Councillor Churchill – Brexit, Infrastructure and Legislative Change Overview and Scrutiny Committee

Response: Councillor Evans OBE thanked Councillor Churchill for chairing the Brexit, Infrastructure and Legislative Change Overview and Scrutiny Committee in the absence of the Chair, Councillor Morris.

8

Councillor Churchill

Councillor Coker

Cycle Path Provision in Dawes Lane, Plymstock

Response: Councillor Coker confirmed that he had contacted Devon County Council regarding the installation of the cycle path in Dawes Lane; a coordinated approach was required however there was a commitment to get the cycle path completed.

9

Councillor Kelly

Councillor Coker

Pavement Markings Charles Cross and Mannamead Road

Response: Councillor Coker advised that the spray paint markings on pavements were required to ensure utilities were correctly logged; once this had taken place on the Charles Cross works the pavements would be opened in pristine condition. Councillor Coker confirmed that a response would be provided outside of the meeting with regards to Councillor Kelly’s query as to why spray paint markings were still visible on pavements on Mannamead Road approximately 12 months after the completion of works.

11

Councillor Evans OBE

Councillor Pete Smith

Mayflower 400 Celebration Update

Response: Smeaton’s Tower would be closing shortly for the winter months and would be freshly painted in preparation for the celebrations; this was in addition to the improvements works to the Barbican.

12

Lord Mayor

Councillor Pete Smith

Colour of Smeaton’s Tower

Response: Smeaton’s Tower would be painted red and white.

13

Councillor Nicholson

Councillor Coker

Living Streets – 2019-20 Budget

Response: Councillor Coker provided assurance that sufficient resources would be in place in relation to the Living Streets budget.

14

Councillor Singh

Councillor Pete Smith

Rules to Trigger a Bye-election

Response: It was confirmed that a bye-election would be triggered if a Councillor resigned, died or if there was a vacancy on the Council; an MP was not able to trigger a bye-election.

15

Councillor Jordan

Councillor Haydon

Discussion with taxi trade to put electric charging points in for the new fleet of taxis

Response: Councillor Haydon confirmed that someone was due to visit the city to demonstrate some electric cars to the Council. The Council was continuing to work the with the taxi trade with regards to developments.

16

Councillor Kelly

Councillor Haydon

Dog-fouling Enforcement

Response: Plain clothed officers had been out patrolling the city; as yet no one had been caught however several people had been spotted walking their dogs whilst not on a lead. The success of the campaign was praised.