Decisions

(Key decision):

(1) To note the progress of the Newhaven waste and recycling depot development plans and the focus on re-utilising the existing site at Robinson Road, subject to a detailed business case to follow in the future.

(2) To delegate authority to take all necessary steps to conclude lease arrangements with Boutique Modern at 9/10 Avis Way, Newhaven in line with the key terms outlined in section 2 of the exempt Appendix, subject to such variations that may be agreed in the course of negotiations.

(3) To delegate authority to take all necessary steps to conclude a 30-year lease with Ringmer Parish Council at Fingerpost Field, Ringmer.

(4) To delegate authority to take all necessary steps to conclude leases at the Marine Workshops, Newhaven fora period of longer than 10 years and at an annual rental of more than £25,000.

(5) For Cabinet to recommend to Full Council:

• the grant of a 25- year lease to Lewes Sports Club for the Clubhouse at the Stanley Turner Ground on existing lease terms, subject to such variations that may be agreed in the course of negotiations; and

• the grant of a 25-year lease to Lewes Priory Cricket Club at the Stanley Turner Ground on terms to be finalised.

For this purpose, the Council will be sitting in its capacity as the sole charitable trustee of the Stanley Turner Recreation Ground (charity no 305275).

(6) Notwithstanding the fact that it is not a corporate asset of the Council, to approve the capital budget allocation set out in section 6 of the exempt Appendix and delegate authority to take all necessary steps to undertake remedial action in respect of the retaining wall in New Road & Castle Rise – Lewes.

(7) The delegated authority referred to in paragraphs (2),(3), (4) and (6) are delegations to the Director of Regeneration and Planning, in consultation with the Lead Member for Finance and Assets and the Chief Finance Officer. The delegations include authorisation to carry out all necessary steps including financing, negotiation and determining the terms of, and authorising the execution of, all necessary documentation.

(8) In respect of the proposed grant of a lease to Boutique Modern and the leases at the Marine Workshops, Cabinet waives compliance with the Council’s Contract Procedure Rules in the event that the agreed rent exceeds £25,000 per annum, for the reasons set out in this report.

(Key decision):

(1) Not to proceed on the basis of the business case (Appendix 1 - Exempt) for the project known as the Former Newhaven Fire Station. 

(2) To use the existing delegations (as per the February 2020 Cabinet decision) to proceed with the purchase of that site.

(3) To hold the site and further review its optimum use and business case.

(4) To authorise the Director of Regeneration and Planning, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Housing, Portfolio Holder for Finance and Assets, and Chief Finance Officer, to carry out all necessary actions in relation to the review of the site’s future use on the basis that any future proposed housing development will come back to Cabinet for approval.

(Non-key decision):

(1) To note the updated MTFS forecasts and the requirement to identify additional savings of £2.2million for the period 2023/24 to 2026/27, but also note that this forecast could change significantly based upon outcome of future government funding settlements, the ongoing impact of the pandemic, demand for services and inflationary pressures upon the council.

(2) To note that at this stage a forecast £1.8 million of savings are required to balance the 2023/24 budget.

(3) To note the planned review of earmarked reserves and reallocate in line with the emerging risks where possible.

(Non-key decision):

(1) To note the report and the actions taken to date and planned to mitigate the risks involved with late implementation of secondary legislation made underpowers conferred by the Elections Act 2022.

(2) To agree that copies of the report be circulated to all members and parish councils for information to make them aware of the Act and its provisions.

(Key decision):

(1) To approve the publication of the Eastbourne Local Plan Growth Strategy Consultation (Appendix 1) for public consultation between Friday 11th November 2022 and Friday 20th January 2023;

(2) To delegate authority to the Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Regeneration & Planning, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Place Services and Special Projects, to make any necessary editorial changes and minor amendments to the consultation document and supporting evidence prior to publication if necessary.

Recommended to Full Council (Budget and policy framework):

(1) Cabinet recommends to Full Council that the Eastbourne Local Development Scheme 2022-2025 as set out at Appendix 1 to the report be adopted at the Full Council meeting on 16 November 2022.

(2) That delegated authority is given to the Director of Regeneration and Planning in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Heritage Assets, Place Services and Special Projects to make minor and

technical updates to timetables within the Local Development Scheme where necessary.

(Key decision):

(1) To note the updated MTFS forecasts and the requirement to identify additional savings of £2.6 million for the period 2023/24 to 2026/27, but also note that this forecast could change significantly based upon outcome of future government funding settlements, the ongoing impact of the pandemic, demand for services and inflationary pressures upon the council;

(2) To note that at this stage a forecast £1.9 million of savings are required to balance the 2023/24 budget; and

(3) To note the planned review of earmarked reserves and reallocate in line with the emerging risks where possible.

(Non-key decision):

To note the progress made with the Recovery and Stabilisation Programme.

(Non-key decision):

(1) To note the achievements and progress against Corporate Plan priorities for 2022-23, as set out in Part A of the report.

(2) To note the General Fund, HRA and Collection Fund financial performance for the quarter, as set out in Part B of the report.