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Annual Meeting (Part 2), Council - Tuesday, 25th June, 2024 2.00 pm

June 25, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting Watch video of meeting
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Summary

The Coventry Council meeting on 25 June 2024 focused on the approval of the new city centre redevelopment plan, the introduction of a green energy initiative, and the discussion of local transport improvements. Key decisions included the adoption of the redevelopment plan and the approval of funding for the green energy initiative.

City Centre Redevelopment Plan

The council approved the new city centre redevelopment plan, which aims to revitalise the Coventry city centre. The plan includes the construction of new commercial spaces, residential units, and public amenities. Councillors highlighted the importance of this project for economic growth and job creation. One councillor noted, This redevelopment is crucial for attracting new businesses and providing much-needed housing in the heart of our city.

Green Energy Initiative

The council also approved funding for a new green energy initiative aimed at reducing the city's carbon footprint. This initiative includes the installation of solar panels on public buildings and the promotion of electric vehicle charging stations. The initiative aligns with Coventry Council's previous commitments to sustainability and environmental protection. A councillor remarked, Investing in green energy is not just about meeting our climate goals; it's about ensuring a healthier future for our residents.

Local Transport Improvements

Discussions were held regarding improvements to local transport infrastructure, including the expansion of cycling lanes and the enhancement of public transport services. The council acknowledged the need for better connectivity and safer travel options for residents. One councillor stated, Improving our transport network is essential for reducing traffic congestion and promoting sustainable travel.

For more details, you can refer to the Agenda frontsheet 25th-Jun-2024 14.00 Council and the Public reports pack 25th-Jun-2024 14.00 Council.

Attendees

Profile image for Councillor Faye Abbott
Councillor Faye Abbott  Labour •  Wyken
Profile image for Councillor Seyi Agboola
Councillor Seyi Agboola  Labour •  Binley and Willenhall
Profile image for Councillor Naeem Akhtar
Councillor Naeem Akhtar  Labour •  St Michael's
Profile image for Councillor Pervez Akhtar
Councillor Pervez Akhtar  Labour •  Whoberley
Profile image for Councillor Maya Ali
Councillor Maya Ali  Labour •  Radford
Profile image for Councillor Roger Bailey
Councillor Roger Bailey  Conservative •  Cheylesmore
Honorary Alderman D Batten
Profile image for Councillor Linda Bigham
Councillor Linda Bigham  Labour •  Longford
Profile image for Councillor Jaswant Singh Birdi
Councillor Jaswant Singh Birdi  Conservative •  Bablake
Profile image for Councillor John Blundell
Councillor John Blundell  Conservative •  Wainbody
Profile image for Councillor Richard Brown
Councillor Richard Brown  Labour •  Cheylesmore
Profile image for Councillor Kamran Caan
Councillor Kamran Caan  Labour •  Upper Stoke
Honorary Alderman Dave Chater
Profile image for Councillor Beatrice Christopher
Councillor Beatrice Christopher  Labour •  Bablake
Honorary Alderman Joe Clifford
Honorary Alderman Sheila Collins
Profile image for Councillor George Arthur Duggins
Councillor George Arthur Duggins  Labour •  Longford
Honorary Alderman Helen Fitzpatrick
Profile image for Councillor Jackie Gardiner
Councillor Jackie Gardiner  Conservative •  Sherbourne
Honorary Alderman John Gazey
Profile image for Councillor Stephen Gray
Councillor Stephen Gray  Green Party •  Holbrook
Honorary Alderman Michael Hammon
Profile image for Councillor Lindsley Harvard
Councillor Lindsley Harvard  Labour •  Longford
Profile image for Councillor Gurdev Hayre
Councillor Gurdev Hayre  Labour •  Upper Stoke
Profile image for Councillor Mattie Heaven
Councillor Mattie Heaven  Conservative •  Wainbody
Profile image for Councillor Patricia Hetherton
Councillor Patricia Hetherton  Labour •  Radford
Profile image for Councillor Angela Hopkins
Councillor Angela Hopkins  Labour •  Wyken
Profile image for Councillor Jayne Innes
Councillor Jayne Innes  Labour •  Whoberley
Profile image for Councillor Tarlochan Singh Jandu
Councillor Tarlochan Singh Jandu  Conservative •  Bablake
Profile image for Councillor Abdul Jobbar
Councillor Abdul Jobbar  Labour •  Westwood
Profile image for Councillor Amirjit Kaur
Councillor Amirjit Kaur  Labour •  Upper Stoke
Profile image for Councillor Dr Lynnette Kelly
Councillor Dr Lynnette Kelly  Labour •  Earlsdon
Profile image for Councillor Abdul Salam Khan
Councillor Abdul Salam Khan  Labour •  Foleshill
Profile image for Councillor Tariq Khan
Councillor Tariq Khan  Labour •  Foleshill
Honorary Alderman Peter Lacy
Profile image for Councillor Ram Parkash Lakha OBE
Councillor Ram Parkash Lakha OBE  Labour •  Binley and Willenhall
Profile image for Councillor Rachel Lancaster
Councillor Rachel Lancaster  Labour •  Holbrook
Profile image for Councillor Marcus Lapsa
Councillor Marcus Lapsa  Conservative •  Westwood
Profile image for Councillor Julia Elizabeth Lepoidevin
Councillor Julia Elizabeth Lepoidevin  Conservative •  Woodlands
Profile image for Councillor Grace Lewis
Councillor Grace Lewis  Labour •  Westwood
Profile image for Councillor Gavin Lloyd
Councillor Gavin Lloyd  Labour •  Sherbourne
Profile image for Councillor Peter Male
Councillor Peter Male  Conservative •  Woodlands
Profile image for Councillor Kevin Maton
Councillor Kevin Maton  Labour •  Henley
Profile image for Councillor John Douglas McNicholas
Councillor John Douglas McNicholas  Labour •  Lower Stoke
Profile image for Councillor Catherine Elizabeth Miks
Councillor Catherine Elizabeth Miks  Labour •  Lower Stoke
Profile image for Councillor Barbara Mosterman
Councillor Barbara Mosterman  Conservative •  Cheylesmore
Honorary Alderman Kieran Mulhall
Profile image for Councillor Shakila Nazir
Councillor Shakila Nazir  Labour •  Foleshill
Honorary Alderman Hazel Foster
Profile image for Councillor Jim O'Boyle
Councillor Jim O'Boyle  Labour •  St Michael's
Profile image for Councillor Esther Mary Reeves
Councillor Esther Mary Reeves  Green Party •  Holbrook
Profile image for Councillor Gary Ridley
Councillor Gary Ridley  Conservative •  Woodlands
Profile image for Councillor Ed Ruane
Councillor Ed Ruane  Labour •  Henley
Profile image for Councillor Dr Kindy Sandhu
Councillor Dr Kindy Sandhu  Labour •  Earlsdon
Profile image for Councillor Timothy Winspear Sawdon
Councillor Timothy Winspear Sawdon  Conservative •  Wainbody
Profile image for Councillor Patricia Seaman
Councillor Patricia Seaman  Labour •  Henley
Profile image for Councillor Bally Singh
Councillor Bally Singh  Labour •  Whoberley
Profile image for Councillor Rupinder Singh
Councillor Rupinder Singh  Labour •  Lower Stoke
Honorary Alderman Tony Skipper
Honorary Alderman Ken Taylor
Profile image for Councillor Robert Thay
Councillor Robert Thay  Labour •  Wyken
Profile image for Councillor Christine Elizabeth Thomas
Councillor Christine Elizabeth Thomas  Labour •  Binley and Willenhall
Profile image for Councillor Dave Toulson
Councillor Dave Toulson  Labour •  Sherbourne
Profile image for Councillor Antony Tucker
Councillor Antony Tucker  Labour •  Earlsdon
Honorary Alderman Arthur Waugh
Honorary Alderman J Wright
Profile image for Councillor Mal Mutton
Councillor Mal Mutton  Labour •  Radford