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1. Minutes - 22nd September 2015 To confirm and sign as a correct record the minutes of the OSC meeting held on 22nd September 2015. Minutes: On item 1, it was RESOLVED – That the minutes of the meeting of the OSC held on 22nd September 2015 be approved and signed as correct. The minutes were thereupon signed by the Chairman. The Chairman indicated that the matter of Home Zones could be discussed with Councillor Anderson. Councillor Anderson raised the question of the length of the Committee’s agendas and suggested consideration be given to a ‘split’ into 2 with democracy and scrutiny possibly covered in separate meetings.

2. Declarations of Interest To receive any declarations of disclosable pecuniary interests and other relevant personal interests in any of the matters to be considered at the meeting. Minutes: On item 2, Councillor Walsh declared a pecuniary interest in item 3 (Paper No. 15-445/445A) by virtue of his ownership of shares in ITV who broadcast the Formula E event. He withdrew from the room during the Committee’s consideration of this item and took no part in discussion or decision. Also in relation to item 3, the Chairman confirmed to the Committee that she had resigned from her position as Council representative on the Board of Enable on 10th November 2015.

3. Deputation Requests (Paper No. 15 - 476) PDF 131 KB Report by the Chief Executive and Director of Administration. (Attached) Minutes: On item 5, the Chairman’s recommendations to agree the deputation requests were approved. The first deputation (at 7.35 pm) was from the Battersea Park Formula E Action Group. On behalf of the Group, Mr John Fox then outlined and expanded on the objections of the Group, and those contained within their submitted petition, towards the continuation of Formula E racing in the park, in summary referencing its negative impact on the park, the inappropriateness of car racing in an historic park environment, the disturbance to park users and residents caused by the ‘set up and take down’, the impact of the closure of the park, the claimed green credentials of the event and the impact on the Peace Pagoda. Committee members then asked questions of Mr Fox and his deputation and there were contributions from Councillors Hart, Anderson, O’Broin and Jones. Mr Fox and his deputation clarified points that had been raised, following which the Chairman thanked the Group for attending and for raising their points of concern and the deputation returned to the public gallery (at 7.53 pm). The deputation from Warriner Gardens and Alexandra Avenue Residents then entered the room (at 7.55 pm) and Professor Ekins addressed the Committee, in summary informing members that, because of the negative experience of this event in June 2015, and because of the weight of local opinion against it, the Council should exercise its option of the 'break clause' in the contract with Formula E. The deputation gave details of the 'negative experience' (the disruption to park users, the noise, the alterations to the park) caused by the Formula E event in June 2015 and said that not one of the residents of Warriner Gardens and Alexandra Avenue supporting the deputation was consulted as to whether the event should go ahead. Committee members then asked questions of Professor Ekins and his deputation and there were contributions from Councillors O’Broin, Hart, Torrington, Jones and Lescott and Professor Ekins and his deputation clarified points that had been raised, following which the Chairman thanked the Group for attending and for raising their points of concern and the deputation returned to the public gallery (at 8.20 pm). The next deputation (at 8.21 pm) was from the Battersea Society and in summary Mr Lewis spoke about the on-line survey carried out by the Society that had showed a collective strength of feeling against Formula E in the Park and put forward the Society’s view that the event was inappropriate in this location. Committee members then asked questions of Mr Lewis and there were contributions from Councillors Anderson, Stokes and Jones and Mr Lewis clarified points that had been raised, following which the Chairman thanked the Group for attending and for raising their points of concern and the deputation returned to the public gallery (at 8.32 pm). Members then heard (at 8.33 pm) the deputation from the Prince of Wales Drive Mansion Blocks. In summary, Ms Bonner outlined her Group’s opposition to Formula E racing in Battersea Park ... view the full minutes text for item 3.

4. Exclusion of the Public To consider passing a resolution in the following terms:- “That under Section 100A (4) of the Local Government Act 1972, the press and other members of the public be excluded from the meeting while Paper No. 15 – 445A is being considered, because it is likely that exempt information as described in paragraph 3 of Part 1 of Schedule 12A to the Act would be disclosed to them if they were present.” [Note: In the circumstances of these cases, the matters which are considered relevant to maintaining the exemption in the public interest are that disclosure would result in the publication of commercially sensitive information.] Minutes: On item 4, the Chairman asked whether members wished to specifically discuss the contents of Paper No. 15-445A. The Committee decided that the information provided in this report was duly noted but that it was unnecessary to discuss the paper and it was agreed that the recommendation to exclude public and press would not therefore be required.

5. Formula E (Paper No. 15 - 445 / 445A) PDF 650 KB Report by the Director of Housing and Community Services. (Attached – Paper No. 445A sent to committee members and appropriate officers) Additional documents: 15-445 Appendix 5 - FE survey respondents map , item 5. PDF 5 MB PDF 5 MB

15-445 Appendix 6 EIA , item 5. PDF 226 KB PDF 226 KB

15-445A (PUBLIC) Formula E , item 5. PDF 73 KB PDF 73 KB Minutes: On item 3, the Committee then proceeded to consider the report on the Formula E event. The paper was introduced by Mr McCue, Managing Director of Enable Culture and Leisure, the contractor to the Director of Housing and Community Services, who proceeded to outline the review of the event held in June 2015 and the public consultation survey. In summary, he informed members that the event was regarded to have been successful, that these sentiments had been echoed by the Safety Advisory Group, and that the heritage infrastructure of the Park had not been damaged. The event organisers had confirmed that Ticketmaster figures showed that attendances had been in the region of 27,000 on the Saturday and 28,500 on the Sunday. The Parks and Events Police considered these figures to be accurate. No reports had been made of adverse transport or road issues. The event organisers had confirmed that they wanted to return to the Park for future events. The Committee noted that there had been some vociferous opposition to the event and that details of submitted comments were set out in the report. The Heritage Lottery Fund’s view was that no serious problems had arisen as a result of the races in June and that where any damage had been done this was minor. Tarmac areas, hedges and grass areas could be restored to previous condition, fencing works were being undertaken shortly and tyre marks left on carriageways would either be removed or the area resurfaced. Members also noted Mr McCue’s comment that no direct approach had been made to the Council previously from the monks regarding any detrimental impact on the Peace Pagoda. In terms of funding improvements to the Park resulting from Formula E payments, Mr McCue said that current parks management budgets have little scope for works and that the Park is expensive to maintain. The Committee were informed that works have been identified that could possibly now be undertaken as a result of Formula E funds and that the programme would be looked at in consultation with local groups depending on what budget is ultimately available. Members then noted that feedback from local businesses was that some had received a benefit from the race weekend with no comments received to the contrary. Mr McCue then commented on negative press coverage, confirming that issues identified with the track had been addressed, and said that he hoped Paper No. 15-445 conveyed a balanced view of the overall concerns received. Some drivers had criticised the track whilst others had thought the layout challenging, but had expressed a liking for it. In terms of mitigation measures to address concerns, he then said that if members decided to continue with the event in the Park then a number of measures and improvements to procedures were suggested, although it was noted that the visual impact of event works would still be considerable. Mr McCue then informed members that the helicopter use for filming over the race weekend had not been anticipated ... view the full minutes text for item 5.

7. Progress Report (Paper No. 15 - 447) PDF 492 KB Report by the Chief Executive and Director of Administration (for information). (Attached) Minutes: On item 7, members considered the report by the Chief Executive and Director of Administration on the latest situation on the Committee’s capital expenditure, progress of major schemes (by exception) and Wandsworth Local Fund schemes, the implementation of agreed decisions in relation to the Committee’s functions, the quarter two results of topline indicators and the half year update on agreed Key Issues. During discussion, the Chief Executive and Director of Administration undertook to (i) update Councillor Mrs Usher on the Historic England report for Tooting Bec Lido (Page 3 of report); (ii) at the request of Councillor Jones submit a paper to a future meeting on crime statistics (Page 19) and (iii) inform Councillor Mrs Strickland of any reported pollution issues at the Barratt’s site in St. Mary’s Park ward (Page 34). The Director of Housing and Community Services confirmed to (i) Councillor Walsh that Southfields Library could be used for the consultation display of proposals for the public realm upgrade (Page 8); (ii) Councillor Mrs Strickland that Battersea Square could be included in the visual improvements scheme for Battersea High Street (Page 9); (iii) Councillor Mrs Strickland that she would be informed about the latest position on the petition for Falconbrook School crossing (Page 10); and (iv) Councillor Jones that information could be submitted to members re-assuring them on fly-tipping and non collection of waste issues (Page 28). The report was then received as information.

10. Charges (Paper No. 15 - 423) PDF 241 KB Joint report by the Director of Housing and Community Services, the Director of Finance and the Director of Public Health. (Attached) Additional documents: 15-423 Annual Charges Report Appendices , item 10. PDF 2 MB PDF 2 MB Minutes: On item 10, the Committee considered the joint report by the Director of Housing and Community Services and the Director of Finance on charges. Discussion ensued, during which Councillor Stokes raised the issue of the cost of library hall hire and increasing use of related facilities for community non-profit groups and Councillor Anderson raised the issue of swimming charges, the monthly lesson fee and community swimming take-up. The Director of Housing and Community Services undertook to raise these issues at the next client meeting. It was also noted that a report to be considered at the next Finance and Corporate Resources OSC on customer services included a proposal for a ‘My Wandsworth’ app that would enable easier reporting of residents’ concerns. It was then RESOLVED – That the recommendations set out in the report be supported.

12. 20mph - Franche Court, Aldren and Burmester Roads (Paper No. 15 - 451) PDF 254 KB Report by the Director of Housing and Community Services. (Attached) Additional documents: 15-451 20 mph Consultation Appendix A Franche Court (Earlsfield) , item 12. PDF 541 KB PDF 541 KB Minutes: On item 12, members had before them the report by the Director of Housing and Community Services on the outcome of public consultation on a proposal for a 20mph zone in Franche Court Road, Aldren Road and Burmester Roads. During discussion, Councillor Anderson raised the issue of 20mph petitions and it was noted that consideration will be given to clarifying the position to assist petitioners calling for an area to be designated, pending the Borough wide consultation. It was then RESOLVED – That the recommendations set out in the report be supported.

15. Lombard Road SPD (Paper No. 15 - 453) PDF 170 KB Report by the Director of Housing and Community Services. (Attached) Appendix 1- Statement of Consultation. (Published on-line only) Additional documents: 15-453 Lombard Road Appendix 1 - Statement of Consultation , item 15. PDF 1 MB PDF 1 MB

15-453 Lombard Road SPD Appendix 2 , item 15. PDF 11 MB PDF 11 MB Minutes: On item 15, members gave consideration to the report by the Director of Housing and Community Services on the Lombard Road Supplementary Planning Document. Councillor O’Broin raised the question of consultation response and said that the revisions to the SPD had not addressed concerns about tall buildings which the revised document now says may be appropriate subject to criteria. The Director of Housing and Community Services confirmed that the tall buildings policy in the Local Plan had been arrived at following consultation and that the sites where tall buildings were considered justified are where there is greatest potential for improvements to connectivity, public realm and place making, subject to the tall buildings criteria in DMPD policy DMS4 being satisfied. The height at which development would be considered to be tall would be 9-storeys in that part of the area that was the Thames Policy Area and the part of the Winstanley/York Road estates site adjacent to York Road, and 5-storeys in the remainder of the focal point(east of Lombard Road). Discussion continued and Councillor O’Broin further explained that, along with St. Mary’s Park ward colleagues, he considered that there should be more consistency in approach and said that during the next review of criteria he would wish to see a specific account taken of the riverside perspective. Members duly noted that the details of the Local Plan review timetable were set out in Paper No. 15-455 elsewhere on the agenda. Councillor O’Broin then raised the issue of social infrastructure and impact on key public services and the Director of Housing and Community Services confirmed that it was anticipated that many developments would focus on provision of 1 and 2 bedroom accommodation that would be unlikely to result in significant numbers of children. The Committee then noted Councillor O’Broin’s comments on a perceived lack of a transport plan, and the requirement for strategy development to ensure an already congested area did not suffer further problems, and officers’ response that it was acknowledged that further consideration was needed of the impact on the road network and parking controls, etc, as individual applications are assessed. Councillor Torrington then raised the issue of design quality and members noted the response of the Director of Housing and Community Services that, although high quality could sometimes be a subjective assessment, protections were in place to ensure that such a standard is achieved. It was then RESOLVED - (by 8 votes to 4) That the recommendations set out in the report be supported.

18. Heritage SPD (Paper No. 15 - 456) PDF 97 KB Report by the Director of Housing and Community Services. (Attached) Additional documents: 15-456 Heritage SPD Historic Environment Appendix 1 , item 18. PDF 931 KB PDF 931 KB Minutes: On item 18, the Committee had before them the report by the Director of Housing and Community Services on the Heritage Supplementary Planning Document. Discussion ensued and Councillor Anderson asked about the reference to the management and maintenance of Tooting Bec Common on page 446 of the agenda under the Tooting Bec (Upper Tooting) section of the document. The Director of Housing and Community Services confirmed that an amendment would be made to the final sentence of the section on page 446 to clarify the works proposed and the funding source for plans for the management and maintenance of the common.