A minutes silence was held in memory of Cllr. David Clements, who sadly passed away on 30 December 2022. He had been a longstanding Member of the Council and served Leicester Forest East as District Councillor for 21 years. Cllr. Clements held numerous positions in the Cabinet Executive from 2005-2013-14 and was Chairman of the Council from 2013-2014.

To approve and sign the minutes of the meeting held on 22 November 2022 (enclosed).

The minutes of the meeting held on 22 November 2022, as circulated, were approved and signed as a correct record.

The Chairman, Cllr. Iain Hewson made announcements in respect of the following:

·         Attended eight Carol Services at various Councils in Leicestershire.

·         Cosby Old People Welfare Association Christmas Lunch.

·         Vista Festive Christmas Service.

The Chairman reminded Members of the following events:

·         1^st February 2023 at 17.30 First Aid training session facilitated by the Community First Responders.

·         7^th February 2023 at 18.30 Civic Buffet Curry Buffet night at the Chef and Spice.

·         26^th February 2023 at 11.00 Civic Service at All Saints Church, Sapcote.

The Leader, Cllr. Terry Richardson and Members of Council paid tribute to Cllr. David Clements who sadly passed away on 30 December 2022.

Members spoke fondly of Cllr. Clements and his dedication to his Ward and the support he provided to fellow colleagues and Officers. 

Members sent their condolences to his family and friends.

Cllr. Terry Richardson presented his Statement in respect of the following:

·         Blaby Toilets

·         Financial Settlement

·         Surprise Licensing Checks

·         Car Park Works

·         HMP Fosse Way Extension

·         Sycamore Street Appeal Dismissed

·         New Street Planning Application Refused

·         Cork Lane Public Inquiry Decision Released

·         Christmas Fair

·         Corporate Peer Review

·         LGA Healthcheck of Communications

·         Warm Spaces Partnerships

·         Be a Councillor Events

·         Positive Leisure Centre Performance in 2022

·         Archer’s Festive Tractor Run

·         Community Awards 2022

·         Energy Saving Tips

·         Carbon Literacy Success

To consider the report of the Senior Democratic Services & Scrutiny Officer (enclosed). 

Considered - Report of the Senior Democratic Services & Scrutiny Officer.

Requests received by the Protocol deadline to be reported by the Monitoring Officer with details of the Agenda Item to which they relate. (Such persons entitled to use the Protocol attend for the purpose of making representations, answering questions or giving evidence relating to the business of the meeting and the time allocated to each person is a maximum of three minutes unless extended at the discretion of the Chairman).

No requests were received.

Any Members wishing to submit questions must do so to the Monitoring Officer no later than 5 working days before the meeting.

The Monitoring Officer will report if any questions have been submitted.

No questions were received.

To consider the report of the Independent Remuneration Panel (enclosed)

Considered - Report of the Corporate Services Group Manager & Monitoring Officer.

A Supplemental Report in respect of this item had been circulated to Members previously.

To consider the report of the Property & Assets Service Manager (enclosed)

Considered - Report of the Property & Assets Service Manager, presented by Cllr. Nigel Grundy, Neighbourhood & Assets Portfolio Holder.

Considered - Report of the Development Strategy Manager, presented by Cllr. Ben Taylor, Planning, Delivery and Enforcement & Corporate Transformation Portfolio Holder

To consider the report of the Strategic Director (Section 151 Officer) (enclosed).

Considered - Report of the Strategic Director (Section 151 Officer), presented by Cllr. Maggie Wright, Finance, People & Performance Portfolio Holder.

To consider the report of the Strategic Director (Section 151 Officer) (enclosed).

Considered - Report of the Strategic Director (Section 151 Officer), presented by Cllr. Maggie Wright, Finance, People & Performance Portfolio Holder.

To consider the report of the Corporate Services Group Manager and Monitoring Officer (enclosed).

The Corporate Services Group Manager & Monitoring Officer and the Senior Electoral Services Officer withdrew from the Council Chamber before this item was considered.

Considered - Report of the Corporate Services Group Manager and Monitoring Officer, presented by Cllr. Terry Richardson, Leader of the Council