Sue Cheriton

Councillor N Amil

Approved.

Patrick Carney presented the report.

Members supported a monthly charge but still felt that the charges should be reviewed.  Patrick Carney confirmed that this will be considered as part of the parking review.

Cllr Cowell felt that a cost neutral permit should be considered.

Recommendation:

That a cashless parking system allowing monthly payments is procured.  That a residents permit that is cost neutral is considered.

Proposed by Cllr Cowell, seconded by Cllr Brooksbank.  All in favour.

Sally Farley gave an update on the LSTF.  Patrick Carney presented the report highlighting the routes in Appendix 1.

Councillor Cowell asked that the proposals are forwarded to the Torquay Neighbourhood Planning forum.  Members concerned that the plans do not have the detail in the plans to allow them to properly consider the routes.  Cllr Addis concerned that the route will leave vulnerable cyclists at risk.  Cllr Hytche concerned that the routes will not be maintained.  Patrick Carney confirmed that the markings will be maintained.

Recommendation:

Accept in principle allowing works to commence and orders advertised but Members require detail on changes to the highway which includes, loss of parking, narrowing of the road or changes to junctions.  Any objections to orders to be considered by a future meeting of the Transport Working Party.

Proposed by Cllr Brooksbank, seconded by Cllr Pountney.  All in favour.

Patrick Carney presented the report.  Members raised concerns regarding car park income against the budget.  Patrick Carney highlighted that the income in car park can be affected by a number of factors.  Cllr Cowell asked if the Parking Review will be considered by the Working Party.  Patrick Carney confirmed that it is on the Agenda for the next meeting.

Recommendation:

Members recommended the proposals outlined in section 2 of the report.

Proposed by Cllr Cowell and seconded by Cllr Addis.  All in favour.

Patrick Carney explained that the report was being progressed and was in two parts.  Part 1, a review of the existing charges and income and Part 2 will be options moving forward.

Councillor Excell highlighted that Pay on Exit will be introduced to the Lower Union Lane Car Park.

Cllr Brooksbank asked for a definition of older drivers.  Patrick Carney confirmed that the support was offered to anyone over 50.

No other comments from Members.

Patrick Carney issued a plan of the temporary layout for Torbay Road in the area of Palm Court and highlighted this layout is likely to be in place from January to September.  No objections from Members.

17^th January 2013, 4pm.

Thursday 31^st January 2013, 4pm, Meadfoot Room, Town Hall.