Issue - meetings

The Parish Council have requested a follow up item on this issue, which was discussed in July 2018. 

A report was considered by Executive Cabinet in November 2018 and this is enclosed for information.  Lindsey Blackstock, Open Space Strategy Officer, will attend to answer any queries. 

The enclosed document has been supplied by Croston Parish Council. 

With the consent of the Chair this item was brought forward on the agenda. 

Lindsey Blackstock, Open Space Strategy Officer, presented the report which had been considered by Executive Cabinet in November 18.  The report set out that the control of Invasive Non Native Species (INNS) can only be a success if carried out through a collaborative partnership approach amongst all council directorates, landowners and the community throughout the whole catchment. A great deal of work has already taken place throughout the Borough over many years to control INNS and this is proposed to continue.

Peter Fennemore, Croston, advised of his concerns with regards to Japanese Knotweed and the potential for damage to infrastructure.  It was suggested that this could be a project for the upcoming round of Neighbourhood Area Meetings.  It was noted that Chorley Council Streetscene staff have received training on how to recognise and deal with INNS. 

Decision: That the update be noted.

To consider and receive the report of the Director (Business, Development and Growth).

1.    The report to be noted

2.    To note that Council has a history of supporting collaborative funding bids with key partners in order to control INNS across the Borough and that small amounts of match funding may be required on a case by case basis for future, collaborative activity focusing on Council land and public open spaces.

Mark Lester, Director (Business Development and Growth), presented the report which provides information about the control of Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) in the Borough of Chorley and suggests action plans for a number of INNS.

Decision:

1.    The report to be noted.

2.    To note that Council has a history of supporting collaborative funding bids with key partners in order to control INNS across the Borough and that small amounts of match funding may be required on a case by case basis for future, collaborative activity focusing on Council land and public open spaces.

Reasons for Recommendation(s)

To be noted.

Alternative options considered and rejected

To not control INNS and allow the spread of them across the Borough.