The Bramhall & Cheadle Hulme South Area Committee approved funding for community projects, appointed ward spokespersons for highway matters, and granted permission for a local football club's fun day. The committee also discussed the transition of several council car parks from free to paid parking, a feasibility study for a roundabout in Cheadle Hulme, and a pilot project for conservation verge management.

Ward Flexibility Funding Approvals

The committee approved several applications for Ward Flexibility Funding. Odyssey Art Academy received £250 towards acting workshops aimed at empowering individuals from marginalised or vulnerable backgrounds. The organisation 'Play' was granted £497.34 to purchase equipment for chess clubs for home-schooled children at two Stockport libraries.

Park Use Application Approved

Mountfield Rovers Junior Football Club was granted approval to hold their annual Funday at Lumb Lane Recreation Ground on Saturday, 12 July 2025. The event, which will run from 9 am to 5 pm, will feature market stalls, food and drink, children's games, and an end-of-season awards presentation. The approval is subject to the event organiser providing all necessary paperwork, including licences and health and safety documentation, at least two weeks prior to the event.

Area Committee Ward Highway Spokespersons Appointed

The committee appointed councillors to serve as Ward Spokespersons for highway and traffic management issues. Councillor Mark Jones was appointed for Bramhall North, Councillor Jeremy Meal and Councillor Peter Crossen for Bramhall South & Woodford, and Councillor Keith Holloway for Cheadle Hulme South. These spokespersons will be consulted by the Director of Place Management on relevant matters.

Free to Charged Parking Report Noted

The committee received a briefing on the project to transition 25 council car parks from free to paid parking. This initiative, part of the council's Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) for 2024/25, aims to generate revenue for car park maintenance and operation, aligning with Stockport's existing principle of paid parking. The report included a socio-economic assessment, which indicated that the proposed changes would not disproportionately affect any particular socio-economic group. Mitigation measures include discounted contract and resident permits, and up to three hours of free parking for blue-badge holders. The report noted that no 'free parking periods' would be included, and park-and-stride schemes would be considered on a case-by-case basis for school drop-off/collection times.

Feasibility Funding Request for Ravenoak Road / Manor Road Roundabout

A request for £6,500 in feasibility funding was considered for a study into the safety and accessibility of the roundabout at Ravenoak Road / Manor Road in Cheadle Hulme. The funding is proposed to be drawn from the Bramhall North Delegated Ward Budget. The study aims to assess the roundabout for all highway users and develop potential interventions.

Bramhall Conservation Verge Management Pilot Signage Funding

The committee was asked to approve £237.84 for the production of signage for the Bramhall Conservation Verge Management Pilot. This pilot project, led by the Countryside Team, aims to enhance biodiversity in roadside verges through a conservation mowing regime, in line with the Environment Act 2021. The signage will inform local residents and visitors about the scheme's aims and motivations, and will include a QR code linking to further information on the council's website. The funding is to be sourced from the Bramhall North Delegated Ward Budget.

Progress on Area Committee Decisions

A report was presented detailing the progress made on decisions taken by the Area Committee. It was noted that there were no outstanding non-traffic related items. The report also provided an update on the status of area flexibility funding and the highway and traffic management delegated budget. The Bramhall South & Woodford Ward Flexibility Funding Budget was noted to be in a negative position due to previous commitments, with a proposal made to transfer funds from the Ward Discretionary Budget to cover the shortfall.