Decision details

The Service Manager Council Housing introduced a report on a new staffing structure required to deliver the Housing Management function which forms part of the Council Housing Service of the Community & Enterprise Portfolio.  He explained that the proposed structure aimed to transform service delivery making it more efficient, effective and better value for money by refocusing the service on letting homes, tenancy enforcement and sustainment, neighbourhood management and engagement.  The proposed structure would help build resilience within the team by offering the flexibility to respond to any capacity and demand issues.

                        The Service Manager referred to the key considerations as detailed in the report.  Members were asked to consider the proposed Housing Management staffing structure as outlined in appendix 2 to the report prior to submission to Cabinet.

Councillor George Hardcastle asked how many solar panels had been installed across Flintshire.  The Senior Manager Council Housing Services

 agreed to provide this information following the meeting.

Councillor Ron Hampson raised concerns over the waiting times for inspections to properties within his ward.  The Senior Manager Council Housing Services agreed to speak to Councillor Hampson regarding this matter following the meeting. 

Councillor Rosetta Dolphin requested that the names and contact numbers of officers be provided to Members.  The Senior Manager Council Housing Services  agreed to provide this information when the restructure had been completed.

Councillor Mike Reece asked if a ‘meet and greet’ for officers and Members could be arranged.  Councillor Helen Brown agreed for this to be organised when the restructure was completed.

            RESOLVED:

That the Housing Management staffing structure, as set out in the report, be supported.