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The council meeting focused on the implementation and potential permanence of the Clean Air Neighborhood (CAN) scheme in South Fulham, which aims to reduce traffic and pollution by using smart cameras to restrict non-local vehicular access. The meeting featured extensive public engagement, with numerous delegations both supporting and opposing the scheme.

  1. Decision on Clean Air Neighborhood Scheme: The council decided to make the CAN scheme permanent. Proponents argued that the scheme significantly reduced traffic and pollution, enhancing quality of life and safety in residential areas. Opponents claimed it increased traffic on main roads, hurt local businesses, and was implemented without adequate consultation. The decision implies a commitment to environmental goals but may face continued community division and challenges in balancing traffic management with economic impacts on local businesses.

  2. Termination and Re-procurement of Housing Repairs Contracts: The council approved the termination of existing contracts with Morgan Sindell for housing repairs and the procurement of a new contract. This decision was driven by dissatisfaction with the current contractor's performance, which reportedly caused distress among residents due to inadequate service. The new contract aims to improve the quality and efficiency of housing repairs, which is crucial for maintaining safe and decent living conditions.

The meeting was notable for its high level of community involvement and the stark divide in public opinion regarding the CAN scheme. The council's decision to replace the housing repair contractor was met with bipartisan support, highlighting the council's responsiveness to public and tenant feedback.

Attendees

Profile image for Councillor Wesley Harcourt
Councillor Wesley Harcourt Chair of Health and Wellbeing Board Labour College Park and Old Oak
Profile image for Councillor Victoria Brocklebank-Fowler
Councillor Victoria Brocklebank-Fowler Conservative Fulham Town
Profile image for Councillor Frances Umeh
Councillor Frances Umeh Cabinet Member for Housing and Homelessness Labour White City
Profile image for Councillor Jose Afonso
Councillor Jose Afonso Leader of the Opposition Conservative Parsons Green & Sandford
Profile image for Councillor Andrew Jones
Councillor Andrew Jones Cabinet Member for the Economy Labour White City
Profile image for Councillor Rowan Ree
Councillor Rowan Ree Cabinet Member for Finance and Reform Labour Coningham
Profile image for Councillor Bora Kwon
Councillor Bora Kwon Cabinet Member for the Environment, Arts and Culture Labour College Park and Old Oak
Profile image for Councillor Adronie Alford
Councillor Adronie Alford Shadow Cabinet Member for Housing and Homelessness Conservative Munster
Profile image for Councillor Aliya Afzal-Khan
Councillor Aliya Afzal-Khan Opposition Deputy Whip and Shadow Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care and Children and Education Conservative Palace & Hurlingham
Profile image for Councillor Sharon Holder
Councillor Sharon Holder Mayor Labour Lillie
Profile image for Councillor Stephen Cowan
Councillor Stephen Cowan Leader of the Council Labour Grove
Profile image for Councillor Alex Sanderson
Councillor Alex Sanderson Deputy Leader (responsible for Health and Social Care and Children and Education) Labour College Park and Old Oak
Profile image for Councillor Rebecca Harvey
Councillor Rebecca Harvey Chair of Policy and Oversight Board Labour Wendell Park

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Meeting Documents

Agenda

Agenda frontsheet 04th-Mar-2024 19.00 Cabinet

Reports Pack

Public reports pack 04th-Mar-2024 19.00 Cabinet

Additional Documents

Care Leaver Covenant
Printed minutes 04th-Mar-2024 19.00 Cabinet
Draft Cabinet Minutes - 12 February 2024
FINAL Cabinet Report - South Fulham WEST CLEAN
Schools Budget Shares - updated 25012024
Pan London Housing Compact
Appendix 2 - Opinion Poll and Online Survey
Appendix 1 - Pan London Compact - EIA
Appendix 1 - Consultation
Appendix 1 - Care Leaver Covenant - EIA
Parking Strategy - Final
Appendix 3 - Traffic Data
Appendix 4 - AQ Data
Procurement Strategy and Decision Report 20022024 FINAL
KD List - March 2024
Appendix 5 - Parking Data
Decisions 04th-Mar-2024 19.00 Cabinet