Agenda item

City Lighting Programme Update

Report of the Director of the Built Environment

Minutes:

The Sub Committee considered a report of the Director of the Built Environment providing Members with an update on the implementation of the City’s innovative Lighting Strategy approved by the Court of Common Council in October 2018. The Chairman praised the fantastic work on the project so far. The Director of the Built Environment then introduced the report, outlining the key aspects of the programme and further aims.

 

The Sub Committee praised the additional benefits of the improved lighting like the impact on antisocial behaviour and safety, and economic benefit, suggesting that officers continue to track and report these positives. Members also welcomed the prospective external lighting scheme for St. Paul’s Cathedral. A Member suggested applying to the Policy Initiatives Fund for funding towards the cost of hosting the LUCI international lighting conference.

 

A Member advised that there were issues with lighting on the Barbican Estate, some of which hadn’t been included in the Lighting Strategy updates. The Director of the Built Environment responded that there was nuanced ownership and responsibility in respect of the Barbican Estate, some of which was private property and not City Walkway, and some which was not under the management of the Department of the Built Environment. The Sub Committee was advised that officers would work with the Barbican Estate Office to clarify areas of responsibility and share expertise with a view to addressing the issues reported. Members were also encouraged to report any streetlight issues where they arose.

 

RESOLVED – That the Streets & Walkways Sub Committee:

 

a)    Note the progress and next steps towards delivering the Lighting Strategy outlined in the report;

 

b)    Agree in principle for the City to host the 2021 LUCI event subject to an appropriate business case.

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