Gosport Borough Council Climate Change Board Meeting

An apology for non-attendance was received from Councillor Carter

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RESOLVED: That the minutes of the meeting held on 17 September 2020 be signed as a true and correct record

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Consideration was given to a report by the Head of Corporate Policy and Community Safety setting out the progress that has been achieved against the Climate Change Motion.

RESOLVED: That the Board noted this progress report.

Consideration was given to a report by the Head of Corporate Policy & Community Safety setting out the proposals for the Council’s Climate Change Community Engagement Framework.

Members were advised that a report would be produced to be brought to Board regarding the Climate Change Coalition.

Members wished to recognise the good work that had already progressed and wanted to ensure that the public and stakeholders continue to be engaged.

Members were concerned about the scale of costs these motions may incur.

Members voiced caution that Gosport Borough Council should concentrate and focus on what could practically be delivered commensurate with the size and capability of the Borough.

Members wished to see a very open consultation with the public offering them every opportunity to submit their views and comments, within a specified timescale in particular involving young people through virtual platforms.

Officers advised that when the opportunity arises to implement a Citizens Assembly a report would be brought back to Board with costings for consideration. In the meantime it would be reflected in the framework.

Officers wished to reassure Members that once consultation mechanisms were developed there would be more detail provided regarding methodology, which would be Covid compliant.

A Member hi-lighted the need for the Climate Change Board to consider the implications and reactions to every action they take. The example of water coolers being replaced by bottles that would be filled from the tap at a time when water needs conserving was cited.

The Chairman thanked the members for the comments and feedback regarding training needs, and would try to provide a package of training to suit all requirements within the limited budget.