This is a meeting of the z North Whiteley Development Forum of Winchester City Borough Council held on the 11th Dec 2023.
The last meeting was on 13th Feb 2025.
Virtual via Microsoft Teams and streamed live on YouTube at www.youtube.com/winchestercc
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Item | Title | Minutes |
1 | Apologies |
Apologies were noted as above.
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2 | Disclosures of Interests |
No disclosures of interests were made.
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3 | Chairperson's Announcements |
No Announcements were made.
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4 | Public Participation. |
Linda Parkes addressed the committee and expressed concern about the increased traffic passing her home near the Taylor Wimpey office on Whiteley Way. She cited over 100 cars per hour exceeding the 20-mph limit, using the road as a shortcut. She highlighted the lack of speed limit enforcement on this non-adopted road, raising safety concerns and proposed the need for traffic calming measures.
Simon Boulding highlighted concerns about bus services mainly serving Whiteley Shopping Centre and neglecting other destinations like Brookfield School and Botley Station. He noted the inconsistency with school and college schedules, leading to more car journeys and congestion. He inquired about plans for a more convenient and accessible bus service for residents.
Mandy Boulding addressed the committee regarding safety issues at the Glassfield Road and Whiteley Way junction. She mentioned visibility obstructions due to parked cars, high-speed traffic, and unsafe pedestrian crossings, making the situation hazardous. She queried the safety measures planned, including the effectiveness of current speed limit signs and humps.
Councillor David Leslie raised concerns about the frequency of local bus services, specifically routes 28A and 20. He sought information on their future scheduling to operate more frequently. Additionally, he asked about extending these routes to Botley Station and Hedge End.
Danny Pattrick, though unable to attend, submitted questions in advance. He inquired about plans for the gravel parking area near Cornerstone Primary School, expressing concern about its state and mentioning potential rumours of transforming it into a community hub with local shops and a GP surgery. He also highlighted the absence of shelters and seating at bus stops along Bluebell Way, especially near the school, proposing the inclusion of shelters and pull-in areas for buses.
Simon Shepherd, though unable to attend, submitted questions in advance. He sought information on plans and schedules for adding doctors, dentists, and other essential facilities in the area. He also asked about promised local amenities, seeking clarity on their construction timelines.
The Chairperson assured that responses to these inquiries would be provided later in the meeting under the relevant agenda item.
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5 | Minutes of the previous meeting held on 17 July 2023 |
Minutes Public Pack, 17/07/2023 North Whiteley Development Forum
That the minutes of the previous meeting held on 17 July 2023 be approved and adopted.
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6 | The Zoe Clark Academy (Verbal Update from the Adult Learning Manager, Fareham College) |
Carlene Reed, Adult Learning Manager at Fareham College, provided an update on the Zoe Clark Academy, summarised as:
Members raised queries, including:
Carlene Reed addressed these points accordingly.
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7 | The Future of the Forum (Verbal Update from The Service Lead: Built Environment, Winchester City Council) |
Julie Pinnock, Corporate Head of Planning and Regulatory Services provided an update on recent progress. She highlighted the North Whiteley Forum's terms of reference, which stipulated three meetings per year to discuss strategic matters and aid in establishing local democratic structures for the emerging community. It was determined through a previous governance review that Whiteley Town Council would oversee the area. She advised that following a query at a previous Forum meeting regarding the future of the forum, a proposal was under consideration to transfer control of the Forum to the Town Council. This transfer may involve procedural considerations, potentially through cabinet endorsement.
Councillor Mike Evans reported on recent discussions involving the Leader of Winchester City Council and officers. The Town Council's primary focus centred on ensuring the proper delivery and ownership of infrastructure to support and integrate new and existing elements into Whitely. A draft set of terms of reference was created, scheduling three annual in-person meetings on specified dates (16th April, 16th July, and 10th December) at the Solent Hotel in Whiteley. Additionally, informal monthly catchups with the Consortium and Officers were planned to monitor and discuss the progress of transfer of land and facilities to Whiteley Town Council.
Councillor Tod advised that the forum was established by the cabinet in 2009, and an update agreed by the cabinet in May 2023 stated that dissolution would be governed by the revised constitution. In line with the council's revised constitution, the Forum continued until it was deemed that adequate and appropriate governance was in place, considering the views of local ward councillors, specifically, the three councillors for Whiteley and Shedfield Ward. Councillor Tod suggested that if the Forum had a viewpoint on its dissolution and transfer to the Town Council, it would be beneficial to hear it. Otherwise, the final decision on dissolution would likely rest with the Winchester City Council Cabinet to determine if adequate and appropriate governance was established.
Members raised questions and made comments on the following:
After further discussion, it was noted that:
The Forum would convene again on the 15th of February 2024 to continue discussing this topic.
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8 | Update re Botley By-Pass (Verbal Update from, the Highway Development Coordinator, Hampshire County Council) |
North Whiteley Development Forum - Scheme Position Statement
Ray Alborough from Hampshire County Council provided an update on the Botley Bypass as follows:
Members raised the following queries and comments:
Ray Alborough addressed these points accordingly and committed to responding separately to points 1 and 2 above.
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9 | Developer and Implementation Officer Update including an update regarding Bus Services, Nursery School Provision and Care Home. (Verbal Update from the Associate Director – Project Management, Tetra Tech and the North Whiteley Implementation Officer, Winchester City Council) |
North Whiteley Travel Plan Update for the Whiteley Forum
Tetra Tech North Whiteley Forum Meeting Dec 2023_ v1
Jeff Davis (Tetra Tech) provided the forum with a presentation which had been made available on the council’s website. (available here) The presentation covered a range of issues, which included the following:
1. Overview of Highways works. 2. Progress on Phase 1 Bluebell Way. 3. Updates on Strategic Cycleway: Footpath 9. 4. Latest Developments for Phase 2 – Off-Site Whiteley Way. 5. Update on Phase 3 – Station Hill – Whiteley Way / Curbridge Way to Whiteley Way. 6. Housing Delivery Update as of 4th December 2023. 7. Key Updates on Open Space Delivery. 8. Bus Services Developments.
Hilary Oliver, Implementation Officer, Winchester City Council, addressed the forum and provided updates covering the following: 1. The progress in erecting the new telecommunication mast in the north of the development. 2. An update from Hampshire County Council’s travel plan team, including the launch of “North Whiteley Travel Matters”. (available here) 3. Issues concerning overflowing waste bins and Sports Pitch 2 were being addressed by Vistry who are responsible for maintenance. 4. The weather had delayed progress on the groundwork for Sports Pitch 2. These should recommence in the new year.
Members asked several questions and made comments regarding the following: 1. The ongoing speeding issues despite agreed measures. 2. The unsightly pavement parking near Cornerstone School. 3. Bus routes not aligning with crucial locations or school timings. 4. Concerns about secondary school construction commencement. 5. Traffic management issues on unadopted roads. 6. Consideration for smaller buses to reduce costs/carbon emissions. 7. Inadequate street lighting in Avon Road, Whiteley Meadows. 8. Whether the consortium could write to residents regarding parking issues on Glassfield Road. 9. Measures to improve safety on unadopted roads. 10. Inquiry about health and safety contact details. 11. Questions about a proposed care home and nursery provision in Whiteley.
These points were responded to by Jeff Davis, Hilary Oliver, and Ray Alborough accordingly.
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10 | Future agenda items. |
Governance Review and Future of the Forum
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Apologies