To receive any apologies for absence.

An apology for absence was received from Ms J Heath and Mr D Roberts.

To disclose any personal and prejudicial interests relating to any item on the agenda.

NB   The following is a summary of what constitutes a personal interest and a personal and prejudicial interest.  Please seek advice or refer to the Code of Conduct (paragraph 8) for full definitions.

Personal Interests

You have a personal interest if the issue being discussed in the meeting affects the well-being or finances of you, your family or your close associates more than most other people who live in the Electoral Division affected by the issue.

Personal interests are also things that relate to an interest you must register.

N.B. If the personal interest arises because of your membership of another public body, you only need to declare it if you intend to speak.

A personal interest should be declared as follows:

I have a personal interest in agenda item […] regarding the report on […] because I am […].

Personal and Prejudicial Interests

If you have a personal interest in a matter you will also have a prejudicial interest in that matter if the interest is one which a member of the public, with knowledge of the relevant facts, would reasonably regard as so significant that it is likely to prejudice your judgement of the public interest.  If you have a personal and prejudicial interest you must withdraw from the meeting room for that item, unless you are there to make representations and the public have the same opportunity to do so

NB You only have a prejudicial interest if the matter

• affects your financial position or that of your family, close associate, employer etc or it
• relates to a regulatory matter

A personal and prejudicial interest should be declared as follows:

I have a personal and prejudicial interest in agenda item […] regarding the report on […] because I am […].

Advice on this can be sought from staff in Legal and Democratic Services.  Members are requested to seek advice, wherever possible, before the meeting starts.

There were no disclosable pecuniary interests made.

To consider whether the press and public should be excluded from the meeting during consideration of any item on the agenda.

RESOLVED,       that the press and public be not excluded from the meeting during consideration of any item of business.

To receive a petition from the residents of Mill Lane, Walney requesting a pelican crossing and speed calming measures on Mill Lane.

The Committee received a petition from Mrs Warne on behalf of the residents of Walney regarding the road safety of children and elderly people within their community.  At the present time there was no crossing patrol person to enable youngsters to cross the road safely.  Residents proposed either a pelican crossing (although, there were safety concerns with that, as visibility when travelling down the lane was not good) or speed bumps to be put along Mill Lane, nearest the shops to ensure motorists slowed down and school crossing signs should be highlighted to warn motorists children are close by.  There were some overgrown bushes in front of the shops and if these could be removed, it would free up approximately 7 extra car parking spaces, which would stop people parking on the roadside. 

Mr Worth, the local member thanked Mrs Warne for the petition and added that he had written to the highways engineer in February and sent a follow up  in April asking for a progress report.  However, he was still awaiting the outcome of a traffic survey but had been advised that due to staff sickness it had yet to be done.  On Mill Lane there was a school, post office and a small supermarket.  As Mill Lane was on a hill, drivers tended to drive far too fast down past the shops and with cars parked on both sides of the road visibility for people crossing was not great.  The Highways Advisory Sub-Group (HASG) would be looking into the request at its next meeting.

Mrs Burns added that minute no. 11 of the previous HASG informed that the embargo had been lifted on vacancies for school crossing patrol staff at existing designated sites and Mill Lane had been raised as one of the priorities.  The Senior Manager – Facilities Management would ensure that the vacancy was advertised as a matter of urgency.

RESOLVED,       that

(1)   the Highways Advisory Sub-Group investigate the petitioners request for speed calming measures on Mill Lane, Walney at its next meeting;

(2)   the Senior Manager – Facilities Management ensure that the school crossing patrol vacancy on Mill Lane be advertised as a matter of urgency.

To confirm as a correct record the Minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 11 May 2012.

RESOLVED,       that the minutes of the meeting held on 11 May 2012 be confirmed as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

To receive a presentation from Ben Wyer on behalf of Dong Energy on the current proposals regarding the extension of the Walney Offshore Windfarm.

The Committee received a presentation from Peter Sills on behalf of DONG (Danish Oil and Natural Gas) Energy on the current proposals regarding the extension of the Walney Offshore Windfarm.  The formal consultation process with the public would begin early September 2012.  There were 3 possible scenarios: No. 1 – 209 x 3.6 MW turbines; No. 2 – 108 x 7 MW turbines; No. 2 – 91 x 6 MW and 40 x 3.6 MW turbines with 3 offshore cable routes hooking up to an onshore substation at Heysham.  The height of the turbines would range from 145m to 190m with the larger ones being sited furthest out to sea.  The consultation closed late November 2012 and the application would be submitted in Quarter 1 of 2013.  It could take up to 12 months for the Planning Inspectorate to make its decision, which if granted, it was envisaged construction would commence at the end of 2014 and completed by the end of 2016.

A Member questioned the figure of 60% of people being in favour of the windfarm during the initial consultation phase and asked how many people that equated to.  Approximately 75% of the people who attended the events completed a feedback form, this equated to 200 people.  There was an understanding for the need of sustainable energy but it seemed there was very little benefit in terms of employment for the community.  There had been no apprentices taken on in the 4 years since DONG constructed their first windfarm.  It was suggested that Mr Sills speak to Furness College and jobcentreplus to see if they could create some apprenticeships.  Mr Sills would investigate further and stated that during construction of Walney windfarm phases one and two, 5,697 jobs had been created during the 2 year construction period (44% British; 15% Dutch; 12% Danish; 23% other European; and 6% non-European) and had brought £1m per month into the local economy.  He was unsure how many were from the Furness area but would investigate and give a written response to members.  Members were somewhat surprised at the figure and asked for a breakdown of how that was spent in the area, i.e. B&Bs, hotels, house rentals. 

It was likely that phase 3 would employ a similar number of workers over the 2 year construction period.  There were 60 permanent posts based at Barrow Docks whose job it was to maintain the current turbines.  He estimated that a further 100 jobs would be created to maintain the new windfarm.  When asked whether this would be the final phase, Mr Sill replied that at this moment in time and as far as he knew it was but he could not give a definite answer, as other operators may want to look at Walney in the future.  When asked if they would consider a community benefit fund for the area, Mr Sills confirmed that it was being investigated at the moment and he hoped it would come to  ...  view the full minutes text for item 28a

To receive a presentation from Judith Whittam, Assistant Director - Social Care who will introduce Louise Freeman the new District Lead for Furness and provide an update on their local activity.

Judith Whittam, Assistant Director – Social Care was keen to work with members to ensure that the adult social care priorities for the Furness area were taken forward.  Each area now had a district lead and she introduced Louise Freeman the new District Lead for Furness who gave a presentation on the new Adult Social Care structure within the area.  

Since the restructure all staff were now together in Priory Grove which was much better for communication within the team.  The Service was now centred much more on the needs of the person and wherever possible they would see only one social worker, whereas before, if a need changed or they were admitted to hospital they would see two different social workers.  There was a greater Prevention Focus and reduced reliance on Statutory Provision with greater use of community assets and local services.

RESOLVED,       that the presentation be received.

[Electoral Division: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Corporate Director – Resources (copy enclosed).

This report presents the actual expenditure and commitments recorded against the Local Committee’s Highways Revenue and Capital Budgets as at 31^st March 2012.

The Committee received a report from the Corporate Director – Resources which presented the actual expenditure and commitments recorded against the Local Committee’s Highways Revenue and Capital Budgets as at 31 March 2012.  The Chair referred to paragraph 4.2 and asked that the outstanding debts be looked at by the HASG.

RESOLVED,       to

(1)   note the budget allocations and expenditure for 2011/12;

(2)   note the Highways Revenue budget has an underspend of £123,605;

(3)   note the Highways Capital budget has an underspend of £38,845 against budget;

(4)   note the Winter Damage budget has an underspend against budget of £22,660;

(5)   ask the HASG to investigate the number of outstanding debts.

[Electoral Division: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Corporate Director – Resources (copy enclosed).

This report presents the actual expenditure and commitments recorded against the Local Committee’s Communities Budget as at 31^st March 2012.

The Committee received a report from the Corporate Director – Resources which presented the actual expenditure and commitments recorded against the Local Committee’s Communities Budget as at 31 March 2012. 

RESOLVED,      

(1)   to note the budget allocations and expenditure for 2011/12;

(2)   to note the final unspent balances of £178,841 of which £60,672 are unallocated in the Communities Revenue budgets as at 31 March 2012;

(3)   to note the final unspent balances of £33,329 which has all been allocated in the Local Member Capital Schemes budgets as at 31 March 2012.

[Electoral Division: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Corporate Director – Resources (copy enclosed).

This report presents the actual expenditure and commitments recoded against the Local Committee’s Highways Revenue and Capital Budgets as at 30^th June 2012.

The Committee received a report from the Corporate Director – Resources which presented the actual expenditure and commitments recorded against the Local Committee’s Highways Revenue and Capital Budgets as at 30 June 2012.  The Finance Manager referred to date errors at paragraphs 3.1, 4.2 and 4.3 which read 2011/12 but should have been 2012/13.  A member queried the underspends and added that they could have used the money on verge hardening or minor road improvements.  The Highways Transport Manager stated that there were a number of reasons for the underspend, one of which was the transfer of Amey staff back to the county council.  He would produce a report on the underspends for the next HASG meeting.

RESOLVED,       to

(1)   note the budget allocations for 2012/13 and the commitments and expenditure recorded to date;

(2)   note the Highways Revenue budget has an underspend of £123,589;

(3)   note the Highways Capital budget has an underspend of £24,569 against the budget;

(4)   that the Highways Transport Manager produce a report on the underspends in the highways revenue budget and the highways capital budget for the next HASG meeting.

[Electoral Division: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Corporate Director – Resources (copy enclosed).

This report presents the actual expenditure and commitments recorded against the Local Committee’s Communities Budget as at 30^th June 2012.

The Committee received a report from the Corporate Director – Resources which presented the actual expenditure and commitments recorded against the Local Committee’s Communities Revenue and Capital Budgets as at 30 June 2012.  Members took the opportunity to praise the Local Revenue Schemes budget, they believed it was one of the most worthwhile initiatives devolved to members, as it helped so many local community groups and residents in their wards. 

RESOLVED,       to

(1)   note the budget allocations for 2012/13 and the commitments and expenditure recorded to date;

(2)   note the unallocated resources of £275,704 in the Communities Revenue budgets as at 30 June 2012;

(3)   note the balanced Local Member Capital Schemes budget as at 30 June 2012.

[Electoral Division: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Corporate Director – Children’s Services (copy enclosed).

This report seeks approval of nominated County Council Governors of Nursery, Primary and Secondary Schools.

The Committee considered a Schedule which outlined the position regarding vacant County Council Governor positions at County Council Nursery, Primary and Secondary Schools in the area.  The Chair nominated Mr D Marcus as a governor of Walney School, this was SECONDED by Mr Bleasdale.

RESOLVED,       that subject to their approval the following be appointed:-

                              School                                                     Representative

                              Voluntary Aided

                              Dalton St Mary’s CE Primary                Mr Kevin Durkin

                              School                                                      63 Stainton Drive

                                                                                                Dalton-in-Furness

                                                                                                LA15 8XD

                              Community School

                              Barrow Island Community                      Mr Robert Eccles

                              Primary School                                        45 Kent Street

                                                                                                Barrow-in-Furness

                                                                                                LA13 9QS

                              Secondary School

                              Walney School                                        Mr David Marcus

                                                                                                Saltaire

                                                                                                23 Biggar Village

                                                                                                Walney Island

                                                                                                Barrow-in-Furness

                                                                                                LA14 3YG

                              Dowdales School                                    Mr John Siddle

                                                                                                Livingstones Solicitors

                                                                                                57-61 Market Street

                                                                                                Dalton-in-Furness

                                                                                                LA15 8AW

                                                                                                (a reappointment)

[Electoral Division: Dalton South]

To receive a report from the Corporate Director – Children’s Services (copy enclosed).

This report provides background on the consultation currently being undertaken by the county council on the proposed provision of a maintained nursery by undertaking a ‘change of age range’ at Newton Community School in Newton-in-Furness to address the change in legislation with regard to funding for 2 year old places for eligible families.

The Committee received a report from the Corporate Director – Children’s Services which provided a background on the consultation currently being undertaken by the county council on the proposed provision of a maintained nursery by undertaking a ‘change of age range’ at Newton Community School in Newton-in-Furness to address the change in legislation with regards to funding for 2 year old places for eligible families.  Members supported the proposed change of age range at the school and believed it would add to the long term sustainability of the school and the community. 

RESOLVED,       that

(1)   the contents of the report be noted;

(2)   the Cabinet will consider the feedback from the consultation, including the response made by the Local Committee before deciding on next steps.

[Electoral Divisions: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Chief Executive (copy enclosed).

This report gives recommendations for approval by Barrow Local Committee from the Children and Young People’s Working Group meeting held on 15 June 2012.

The Committee received a report from the Corporate Director – Resources which provided information and offered recommendations for approval by Barrow Local Committee from the Children and Young People’s Working Group (CYPWG) meeting held on 15 June 2012.  The Area Support Manager stated that Project John had requested £6,527 but the recommendation to Committee was for £3,000 so she had asked if they could still proceed with the reduced amount.  They had confirmed that they could still take the young people on three trips to Chester Zoo, Blackpool Sandcastle and Go Ape.  There were questions around the sustainability of the Pit Stop project in Barrow so she asked members to defer it.

RESOLVED,       to

(1)   note the minutes of the Children and Young People’s Working Group held on 15 June 2012;

(2)   approve an indicative amount of £2,000 towards supporting the work of Furness Carers (Furness Young Carers) from the 0-19 budget;

(3)   approve in principle an indicative amount of £3,000 from the 0-19 budget subject to remaining funds being secured by Project John;

(4)   to defer a grant of £3,000 from the 0-19 budget subject to further information being provided by Pitstop;

(5)   approve an indicative amount of £3,000 from the 0-19 budget for activities provided by Junior Warden Scheme;

(6)   approve in principle an indicative amount of £3,000 from 0-19 budget to Friends of the Adventure Youth Club subject to assurances that trips will continue with a lesser amount.

[Electoral Divisions: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Chief Executive (copy enclosed).

This report seeks to commit elements of the 2012/13 Local Revenue Scheme budget and includes Members’ proposals that have been sufficiently worked up, to enable Local Committee spending decisions.

The Committee considered a report from the Chief Executive which sought to commit elements of the 2012/13 Local Revenue Scheme budget and included Members’ proposals that had been sufficiently worked up, to enable Local Committee to consider spending decisions.  Members again commented on how fantastic the Scheme was and believed it was now an integral part of the service.

RESOLVED,       to

(1)   agree a contribution of £1,000 for equipment and uniforms for Barrow Foodbank for Parkside ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(2)   agree a contribution of £1,000 for the distribution of small short term loans by Barrow & District Credit Union for Parkside ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(3)   agree a contribution of £1,000 for the distribution of small short term loans by Barrow & District Credit Union for Dalton North ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(4)   agree a contribution of £1,000 for fishing platforms for Barrow Angling Association for Dalton North ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(5)   agree a contribution of £600 for a picnic bench for Askam & Ireleth Parish Council for Dalton North ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(6)   agree a contribution of £1,000 for the distribution of small short term loans by Barrow & District Credit Union for Walney North ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(7)   agree a contribution of £1,000 for the distribution of small short term loans by Barrow & District Credit Union for Hindpool ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(8)   agree a contribution of £110 for a hawk pole and bird scarer for Ramsden Infants School for Hindpool ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(9)   agree a contribution of £1,000 for the distribution of small short term loans by Barrow & District Credit Union for Newbarns ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(10)    agree a contribution of £160 for extra curricular activities for Ormsgill Nursery and Primary School for Newbarns ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(11)    agree a contribution of £4,000 towards the cost of a new felt roof covering for Beacon Hill Methodist Church for Newbarns ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(12)    agree a contribution of £1,446 to replace benches for King Alfred Bowling Club for Walney South ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(13)    agree a contribution of £4,000 to install roof solar panels for Rampside Village Hall for Roosecote ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(14)    agree a contribution of £3,467 to supply and install a kitchen ventilation system for Hawcoat Park Sports & Social Club for Hawcoat ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(15)    agree a contribution of £2,938 to install a new fire door and disabled ramp for St. Paul’s Scout Hall for Hawcoat ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(16)    agree a contribution of £340 for a tent for Duddon Dragons Explorer Scouts for Dalton South ward for the Community Infrastructure Revenue Programme;

(17)    agree a contribution of £733 towards the changing rooms and ground areas for Crookland Casuals for  ...  view the full minutes text for item 36.

[Electoral Divisions: All Barrow]

To consider are report  by the Corporate Director – Organisational Development (copy enclosed).

This report details the discussion and recommendations of the HASG for the Barrow Area which met on 20^th June 2012, (see Appendix 1).  It recommends that the Local Area Committee for Barrow notes the discussions and approves the recommendations.

The Committee considered a report from the Corporate Director – Organisational Development which gave details of the discussion and recommendations of the Highways Advisory Sub-Group (HASG) for the Barrow area which met on 20 June 2012.  The Highways Transport Manager referred to paragraph 3.2.10 Variation Order No. 29 and informed members that no unresolved objections had been received within the statutory objection period which expired on 29 June 2012.  Members asked that the request from Barrow Borough Council for coach parking be refused, as it was currently used by local taxis and this would hamper local businesses in the area. 

The local member for Walney North asked when the vehicle activated signs on North Scale would be replaced.  The Highways Transport Manager had believed they had already been replaced, he would find out why the work had not been done. 

A member asked when a review of parking in the town centre was going to be carried out.  He was advised that the work around Barrow town centre was a capital scheme and it made sense to look at parking in the area too.  A bid had been put together to fund a review. 

The lack of funding for backstreets was discussed and members believed that funding from the corporate centre should be used, now that it had emerged that many of the backstreets contained tar which was now classed as a hazardous material and so incurred additional disposal costs.

A member noticed that trees on Yarlside had been snapped in half and asked if some anti-vandal paint could be used on them and that the police be informed.

RESOLVED,      

(1)   to note the minutes of the Highways Advisory Sub-Group meeting held on 20 June 2012;

(2)   to amend the allocations of the 2012/13 Highways Capital Programme be amended as follows:

·        Verge Hardening increased by £7,000 from £50,000 to £57,000

·        Back Street Surface Treatments increased by £12,000 from £30,000 to £42,000

·        Abbey Road carriageway reconstruction reduced by £19,000 from £276,000 to £257,000

(3)   that Cabinet be requested to consider the allocation of funds to provide for a rolling programme of back street renewal works;

(4)   to request Legal Services to submit an application to the Department for Transport for an extension of 6 months to the existing temporary traffic regulation (road closure) order for Newton Cross Road which expires on 29 October 2012, on the ground that the County Council is seeking to make a permanent traffic regulation order until steps can be taken to undertake remedial measures;

(5)   that a permanent traffic regulation order be progressed for Newton Cross Road to the same affect as the temporary traffic regulation order so as to comply with the ground of the extension (if granted) referred to above;

(6)   to approve a scheme on the Back Latona Street as detailed in the proposed scheme drawing at Appendix 1 to the HASG minutes;

(7)   to approve the extinguishment of the public rights of way along Arthur Street, Back Arthur/Marsh Street and Back Arthur/Sutherland  ...  view the full minutes text for item 37.

[Electoral Divisions: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Chief Executive (copy enclosed).

This report presents the Area Plan for Barrow and describes the development process involved.  Local Committee is asked to endorse the 2012/13 Area Plan.

The Committee considered a report from the Chief Executive which presented the Area Plan for Barrow and described the development process involved.  The Committee were asked to endorse the 2012/13 Area Plan and to provide their views and comments to inform their development in future years.  The Area Plan would be reviewed through the Area Scorecard during the autumn.  The Area Support Manager would be working closely with the area leads in other directorates to ensure that members priorities were moved forward.  

The Chair thanked the Area Support Manager and her team for their hard work on pulling together such a good plan which set out what Barrow Local Committee wanted to achieve over the next 12 months.  He reminded members that Barrow was still 29^th of the most deprived wards in the UK and 3 wards were still in the top 30% in the indices of deprivation.  47% of children in the area lived in poverty but there were also 2.5 more people working in the manufacturing industry than the national average.  There were some excellent education standards and those claiming long term job seekers allowance was lower than the national average.  One member added that the Area Plan needed to add in the that the local committee worked in partnership with Barrow Borough Council and that the health and wellbeing comment on page 155 needed to be strengthened. 

RESOLVED,       to

(1)   endorse the Area Plan for Barrow 2012/13;

(2)   note the development of the Area Plan during the year.

[Electoral Divisions: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Chief Executive (copy enclosed).

This report informs members of a request from Walney Central and Barrow Wanderers rent playing fields from Cumbria County Council to consider a community asset transfer.

The Committee considered a report from the Chief Executive which informed members of a Community Asset Transfer request from Walney Central Rugby Club and Barrow Wanderers Football Club who currently rent playing fields from Cumbria County Council.  The Area Engagement Officer presented the report and added that Barrow Wanderers FC were keen to take over Areas 2 and 3 at Appendix 2, as it would give them more chance to expand the club and draw down additional funding.  A member asked officers to check whether Area 3 on the map belonged to the pupil referral unit (PRU).  

RESOLVED,       to

(1)   note the requests from Walney Central Rugby Club and Barrow Wanderers Football Club to consider a Community Asset Transfer of their respective grounds and adjacent land;

(2)   note that officers will begin the process of appraising the request as soon as possible and will keep Local Committee informed of progress;

(3)   note members initial views which are that both requests be taken forward.

[Electoral Divisions: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Chief Executive (copy enclosed).

This report gives details of the work programme being undertaken by the Rural Projects Officer.

The Committee considered a report from the Chief Executive which gave details of the work programme being undertaken by the Rural Projects Officer.

RESOLVED,       to note the report.

Mr Hamezeian left the meeting at 12.30 pm.

[Electoral Divisions: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Chief Executive (copy enclosed).

This report details the activity for community engagement activity undertaken by the Area Support Team.

The Committee considered a report from the Chief Executive which detailed the community engagement activity undertaken by the Area Support Team.  The Area Engagement Officer handed a copy of the sports activities going on in the Furness area over the school holidays.  Members were amazed at the number of activities listed and congratulated the team on another superb itinerary for children.   

RESOLVED,       to note the report and to continue to support officers in the delivery of the community engagement activities.

Electoral Divisions: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Chief Executive (copy enclosed).

This report provides information for Local Committee on the delivery of the Money Advice Contract in the Barrow area.

The Committee considered a report from the Chief Executive which provided information for Local Committee on the delivery of the Money Advice Contract in the Barrow Area.  The Chair thanked the Strategic Policy Advisor for a thorough report and asked if Barrow could have a higher target than South Lakeland.  Previously the targets were set according to the indices of deprivation and the number of county court judgements issued but the later data was no longer available so the criteria was being refreshed.

There was discussion around the new universal benefits system and members were pleased to note that the Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) would be leading the way, as regard to advising people on it.  

RESOLVED,       to note the report.

[Electoral Division: All Barrow]

To consider a report by the Chief Executive (copy enclosed).

This report gives details of the 2012/13 Monitoring report for Barrow Local Committee.

The Committee considered a report from the Chief Executive which presented the 2012/13 Monitoring report for Barrow Local Committee.  The Area Support Manager referred to Appendix 1 - Item 9 Marsh Street Steps and the response from Network Rail was that they would not allow the wall to be lowered or for gates to be erected but they would let the steps be adopted.  This would obviously cost a significant amount and she asked that committee to decomit the monies and to consider allocating it elsewhere within the Risedale ward.

RESOLVED,       to note the content of the information contained within the report at Appendix 1.

To enable local members to give verbal reports on and share information in respect of outside bodies to which they have been appointed.

Mr Marcus had attended the launch of ‘Celebrating Youth’ event at the Theatre by the Lake on 3 July 2012.  The county-wide initiative was aimed at promoting all activities for children and young people.  He had also been at Walney Primary School’s production of the Wizard of Oz and to Walney Secondary School to see Les Misérables both of which had been superb.  He wondered if it would be possible to hand out some certificates with the Celebrating Youth logo on to the children and young people who had participate in both productions.  Mrs Burns added that Barrow could lead the way and ask the Youth Council to design the certificate.  She also reminded members that the Celebrating Youth initiative had been Mr Marcus’ idea.

Mrs Macur gave an update on Barrow & District Credit Union.  An advert had been placed for a General Manager and they had taken up offices in 1 & 3 The Mall.  They had also received additional funding from Cumbria County Council, Francis C Scott Charitable Foundation and Northern Rock Foundation.

The next scheduled meeting will take place on Wednesday 12 September 2012, The Nan Tait Centre, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 1LG.

RESOLVED,       The next scheduled meeting will take place on Wednesday 12 September 2012, Venue to be arranged, Barrow-in-Furness.