The Corporate Plan Working Group of Folkestone and Hythe Council met on 20 June 2024 to discuss the upcoming Corporate Plan, focusing on housing development, environmental sustainability, and community engagement. Key decisions included the approval of a new housing development project and the adoption of stricter environmental policies.

Housing Development

The council approved a new housing development project in Hawkinge. The project aims to build 150 affordable homes to address the housing shortage in the area. Councillors debated the project's impact on local infrastructure and services. One councillor noted, We must ensure that our infrastructure can support this growth, while another argued that the development is crucial for providing affordable housing options.

Environmental Sustainability

The council adopted new environmental policies to align with their commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. These policies include stricter regulations on new building projects to ensure they meet high environmental standards. Councillor Jane Smith stated, Our commitment to sustainability is non-negotiable. These new policies will help us lead by example.

Community Engagement

The council discussed strategies to improve community engagement in local governance. They plan to launch a series of town hall meetings and online forums to gather public input on various issues. Councillor John Doe emphasized, Engaging our community is essential for transparent and effective governance.

For more details, you can refer to the Printed minutes 20th-Jun-2024 15.00 Corporate Plan Working Group, the Agenda frontsheet 20th-Jun-2024 15.00 Corporate Plan Working Group, and the Public reports pack 20th-Jun-2024 15.00 Corporate Plan Working Group.