Agenda item

Resolutions of the Annual Wardmotes:-

 From the Ward of Aldersgate

“Noting that testing has revealed areas of concrete on the Barbican Estate which are insufficiently compacted and with less than 4 cm of coverage of reinforcing.  These defects have led to the need for extensive inspection and repair.  The Wardmote believes that these original construction defects should be the responsibility of the City.  The Wardmote understands that this is the subject of discussions between the City and the Barbican Association.  The Wardmote urges that the City actively engage in these discussions and report its resolution promptly”.

Resolved – That the resolution be referred to the Barbican Residential  Committee for consideration and any necessary action.

From the Ward of Bishopsgate

“Deploring the fact that a significant number of residents and small businesses in the City are unable to access superfast fibre based broadband services. We also recognise the deficiency of mobile phone coverage by many operators across the Square Mile and call for action to improve the situation”.

Resolved – That the resolution be referred to the Policy and Resources   Committee for consideration and any necessary action.

From the Ward of Broad Street

“At the last Wardmote very great concern was expressed regarding the level of noise and exhaust pollution local to Lothbury. This occurs both during the day from vehicles which stand with engines idling and also at night time when the street is used for parking. The noise and pollution causes much disturbance to local occupiers, especially those in the residential flats of 7 Lothbury.

Great concern was expressed by Ward voters and residents that despite assurances which had been given in the past by the City of London Corporation that the matter would be investigated, nothing has been done to solve or improve the situation, such that they felt that the City of London Corporation had failed in its duty of care.

The City of London Corporation is therefore asked to confirm:

1.         What action will be taken to ensure that the noise level will be reduced to an acceptable level at night time?

2.         What action will be taken to raise the awareness of drivers to the prohibition on vehicles idling in pursuance of the City of London’s Air Quality Strategy?

3.         That the City of London Police will be encouraged to use its powers under the Road Traffic (Vehicle Emissions) (Fixed Penalty) (England) Regulations 2002 to issue Fixed Penalty Notices to drivers of vehicles which are left running unnecessarily in the Lothbury area.”

Resolved – That the resolution be referred to the Port Health and Environmental Services Committee for consideration and any necessary action.

From the Ward of Castle Baynard

“Noting that this Wardmote finds it unacceptable that a significant number of residents and businesses in the City are unable to access fast connectivity, and urges the City of London Corporation to press for Superfast Broadband to be extended to the City without further delay."

Resolved – That the resolution be referred to the Policy and Resources Committee for consideration and any necessary action.