| Item | Description | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| PART 1 - PUBLIC | ||
| MATTERS FOR RECOMMENDATION TO THE CABINET | ||
| OS 13/015 |
Review of Parking Management and Enforcement |
The Director of Planning, Housing and Environmental Health reported on the conclusions of the review carried out via the Scrutiny Panel and put forward recommendations for action on parking management and enforcement. Careful consideration was given to the key issues which were examined in detail in the report. Members noted the Borough Council's excellent record on the number of tickets that went to appeal and felt that this demonstrated that a balanced and reasonable approach to parking enforcement. RECOMMENDED: That the recommendations set out in the report be endorsed and implemented, subject to the following amendments: - Recommendation 6: At this point in time retaining local control and the ability to respond quickly to requests outweigh any potential savings which could be made by outsourcing this service. However, sharing back office or service management may offer some potential opportunities for efficiencies, particularly in the light of possible changes to the parking regime in Tonbridge town centre. - Recommendation 16 That a charge of £50/year be applied to all new applications and renewals where the national scheme does not apply. This will invariably be less than charges made by other districts in Kent. *Referred to Cabinet |