Issue - meetings

Report seeking adoption and implementation of the car parks action plan.

The car parks action plan was presented to the Executive. Members particularly welcomed the introduction of short stay tariffs in long stay car parks and the move to cashless ticket machines. The need to improve signage was discussed.

It was moved by Councillor Ladkin, seconded by Councillor Morrell and

RESOLVED – the action plan be adopted and implemented.

To seek endorsement of the car parks action plan.

The Scrutiny Commission was advised of the car parks action plan for the Hinckley area.

Whilst members supported the move towards card payments, some were not supportive of the increase in charges, particularly residents’ permits. Councillor Bray requested that his objection to the charges and his disappointment that the report continued to refer to ward councillors being invited to discuss the changes, whereas only a token effort was made.

Members were reminded that the consultation was still open and they were still able to input into it.

RESOLVED – the report be noted.