Issue - meetings

That the new staffing structure proposed within the Streetscene and Transportation portfolio be noted and recommended to Cabinet for approval. 

The Chief Officer (Streetscene and Transportation) introduced a report on the proposed staffing structure for the new streetscene and Transportation portfolio.  He provided background information and referred to the key considerations which were detailed in the report.  The Chief Officer presented the proposed staffing structure for Streetscene and Transportation services. 

The Cabinet Member for Waste Strategy, Public Protection and Leisure commended Officers on the hard work and commitment which had been undertaken in producing the proposals.

Councillor Paul Shotton welcomed the proposals which he felt would provide a more efficient service and achieve financial savings for the Authority.

During discussion the Chief Officer responded to a number of concerns which were raised by Councillor Carolyn Thomas regarding the proposals and agreed to provide further information to her following the meeting.

It was proposed that the Committee noted the new staffing structure proposed within the Streetscene and Transportation portfolio and recommend approval to Cabinet.  When put to the vote the proposal was carried.  Councillor Carolyn Thomas voted against the proposal. 

RESOLVED

That the new staffing structure proposed within the Streetscene and Transportation portfolio be noted and recommended to Cabinet for approval.