
Meeting
River Hamble Harbour Management Committee - Hampshire
Scheduled Time
Friday, 10th March 2023
10:00 AM
Friday, 10th March 2023
2:00 PM
Actual Time
Friday, 10th March 2023
12:00 AM
Friday, 10th March 2023
12:00 AM
Confirmed
10 Mar 2023
Warsash Sailing Club

Captain Steven Masters
Associated British Ports
Present, as expected
Councillor Frank Pearson
Winchester City Council
Present, as expected
Councillor Jane Rich
Eastleigh Borough Council
Absent
Councillor Joanne Burton
Fareham Borough Council
Apologies, sent representative
John Selby
Royal Yachting Association
Present, as expected
Andy Valentine
Association of River Hamble Yacht Clubs
Present, as expected
Nicola Walsh
River Hamble Boatyard and Marina Operators Association
Present, as expected
Ian Cooke
British Marine
Apologies
Councillor Steve Miller
Winchester City Council
Not required
Councillor Frair Burgess
Fareham Borough Council
Present, as substitute
Councillor Lumby declared a personal interest as member of the Royal Southern Yacht Club, a berth holder at MDL and a consultant at a law firm who provide legal advice to some businesses on the river; Councillor Dunning declared an interest as a member of the Royal Yachting Association; John Selby declared interests as a trustee of Warsash Sailing Club, a committee member of the Royal Yachting Association, of the River Hamble Combined Clubs and of the River Hamble Mooring Holders Association; Councillor Rod Cooper declared an interest as a mooring holder and as a member of the RAF Yacht Club; Councillor Frair Burgess declared an interest as a member of Warsash Sailing Club.
- Document Printed minutes 09122022 1000 River Hamble Harbour Management Committee 28 Feb 2023
- Document 2023-03-10 RHMC Marine Director and Harbour Master's Report and Current Issues 28 Feb 2023
- Document Item 6 Addendum 28 Feb 2023
With regards to sections 6 and 7 of the report, Members noted that both the Marine Safety Management System Audit and the Trinity House Audit had taken place and both been declared fit for purpose.
RESOLVED:
That the Committee support the contents of the report to the River Hamble Harbour Board.
- Document 2023-03-10 RHMC Environmental Update 28 Feb 2023
Members discussed the issue of water pollution and noted that the responsibility for monitoring the water quality was that of the Environment Agency (EA). It was noted that the Harbour Authority reported incidents of pollution and sewage to the EA and it was possible for members of the public to report in the same way. As part of the discussion, water pollution was recognised as a significant national issue that needed to be addressed by the appropriate authorities. Members sought to invite a representative of Southern Water to a future meeting of the Committee. Officers agreed to issue the invitation but noted that the Committee did not hold any formal powers over the company and could not insist upon their attendance.
In response to Members’ questions, it was confirmed that:
· The EA monitor water quality through mandatory sampling – this was not conducted by the Harbour Authority. Occasionally Universities or other authorities conducted project work which involved some water sampling.
· The oyster restoration project was intended to contribute to the redevelopment of ecosystems within the River, as opposed to producing oysters for consumption. Other shellfish harvested from the Solent were subject to external byelaws, appropriate treatment processes and must be from licenced areas.
RESOLVED:
That the Committee note and support the report.
That officers liaise with Southern Water to invite representation at a future meeting of the Management Committee to discuss water pollution.
- Document 2023-03-10 RHMC River Hamble Asset Register 28 Feb 2023
In response to a Member query, it was confirmed that price increases due to inflation had been factored in to the financial forecasting within the report.
RESOLVED:
That the Committee supports that:
i. The report be taken into account alongside the annual statutory accounts in setting Harbour Dues for 2023/24 at the June Board meeting.
ii. The contribution from Revenue to the Replacement Reserve should remain at £42,000 2023/24 and note be taken of the need for frequency and amount of potential future increases.
- Document 2023-03-10 RHMC Forward Plan for Future Meeting 2023-2024 28 Feb 2023
Members noted that the Annual Forum and draw for tender berthing at Hamble and
Warsash Jetties would take place at Warsash Sailing Club at 18:30 on Tuesday 21 March 2023.
RESOLVED:
That the Committee notes the report.
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