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AT A MEETING of the RIVER HAMBLE HARBOUR BOARD held at the Hamble Parish Committee Room, Roy Underdown Pavilion, Hamble on 8 September 2005.

PRESENT

Hampshire County Council

Councillors T.G. Knight (Chairman); J.V. Bryant; K. House

Independent Members

Mr. T. Lovell; Mr. C. Moody; Dr S. Tomson

Marine Director

Mr. D. Evans

13 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Members were mindful that where they believed they had a personal or personal prejudicial interest in any matter to be considered at the meeting, they should, normally at the time of the debate, declare their interest and, having regard to the circumstances described in paragraphs 9, 10, 11 and 12 of the County Council's Code of Conduct, consider whether to leave the meeting whilst the matter is discussed.

14 MINUTES

The Minutes of the meeting held on 15 July 2005 were confirmed by the Board and signed by the Chairman.

Arising thereon:

(1) Minute 7 - Harbour Master's Report

The Harbour Master reported that the Marine Accident Investigation Branch was currently carrying out a full investigation into the runaway RIB referred to. He also outlined ongoing discussions with Eastleigh Borough Council, Fareham Borough Council and the Police regarding the problems caused by youths jumping off the A27 road bridge into the river.


(2) Minute 9 - Environmental Update

Members noted ongoing discussions with the Environment Agency (and also involving English Nature), regarding pollution issues. In parallel with these discussions it was:

RESOLVED:

That the Harbour Master be requested to prepare a risk assessment on this matter using the provisions of the Hazardous Waste Regulations, and report back.

15 CHAIRMAN'S COMMUNICATIONS

The Chairman reported that Fareham Borough Council had refused the application for the modernisation and expansion of the area of Stone Pier Yard on the grounds of "ease of navigation".

16 DEPUTATIONS

Dr. P. Tosswell made a deputation in respect of the proposal to refurbish the boatyard at Eastlands Marina as referred to under Minute 22.

17 UPDATING THE STRATEGIC PRINCIPLES TO GUIDE DEVELOPMENT ON THE RIVER HAMBLE

The Board considered the report of the Director of Environment (Item 5 in the Minute Book) which proposed a series of measures to update the document "Strategic Principles to Guide Development on the River Hamble". Following a detailed discussion it was

RESOLVED:

That the Marine Director be requested to prepare a draft update of the document "Strategic Principles to Guide Development on the River Hamble" on the lines set out in the report, with a new section on commercial and economic issues provided by Mr. Moody, for consideration initially by the River Hamble Harbour Management Committee prior to final examination and approval by the Board.

18 TOWARDS A STRATEGIC PLAN FOR THE RIVER HAMBLE

The Board considered the report of the Director of Environment (Item 6 in the Minute Book) on the aspiration for a strategic plan for the River Hamble.

RESOLVED:

(1) That the Board treats the report of the Director of Environment as the starting point for informed debate on the crucial issue of a strategic plan for the River Hamble.


(2) That pursuant to (1) above, the Marine Director be requested to establish an informal joint working party comprising representatives of the County Council, Eastleigh Borough Council and Fareham Borough Council to move matters forward.

19 LINKS WITH RIVER HAMBLE STAKEHOLDERS

The Board considered the report of the Director of Environment (Item 7 in the Minute Book) on the various options available for establishing and maintaining links with River Hamble stakeholders. Following a full discussion, and a detailed examination of the recommendations of the River Hamble Harbour Management Committee as set out in the report, it was

RESOLVED:

(1) That a single annual River Hamble Forum meeting be held which would then


(i) involve and engage all River users


(ii) be open generally to members of groups, clubs or individuals


(iii) be open to the press and public


(iv) be chaired by the Chairman of the River Hamble Harbour Management Committee


(v) be funded from the River Hamble Harbour Authority through its service level agreement with the Chief Executive, Hampshire County Council


(vi) be held in the evening in a suitable local venue near to the River Hamble


(vii) receive an annual report on topical issues and achievements, including details of activities/events in the preceding 12 months and a proposed programme for the next 12 months


(viii) report in writing on the outcome of consultations to the Management Committee and the Board


(ix) be known, publicised and advertised as the "River Hamble Forum".


(2) That pursuant to (1) above, the Marine Director be requested to prepare agendas for meetings of the Forum in conjunction with the Chairman of the Forum, and arrange appropriate publicity for same, having regard to the detailed comments made by the Board at this meeting.

20 MARINE DIRECTOR'S REPORT

The Board noted the report of the Marine Director (Item 8 in the Minute Book). Further to his report the Marine Director reported on productive discussions which he had had with the Director of Recreation and Heritage on issues including the Chinese Bridge and maintenance liabilities on the jetty and path at Bunny Meadows; the latter would examine the issues in detail and further reports would be made to the Board as appropriate.

21 HARBOUR MASTER'S REPORT

The Board noted the report of the Harbour Master (Item 9 in the Minute Book).

22 PLANNING AND CONSENTS

(a) EASTLANDS BOATYARD - MODERNISATION OF MOORINGS (DRG NO 8790/3)


(b) UNIVERSAL MARINE - RE-PILING AND INSTALLATION OF CONTINUOUS PONTOONING (DRG NO 8686/13)


(c) BOAT SCRUBBER LTD - INSTALLATION OF OPERATOR'S SHELTER

The Board considered the report of the Director of Environment (Item 10 in the Minute Book) on planning and consents. On this item, Mr. C. Moody declared a personal interest as a shareholder of Moody's Boatyard and as Chairman of the Hamble River Boatyard and Marine Operators' Association.

RESOLVED:


(1) That, subject to the views of the River Hamble Harbour Management Committee, the determination by the Chairman in consultation with the Officers of any minor issues arising, and on the strict understanding that any major matters are referred back to the Board for further consideration, conditional consent be granted in respect of the proposals of Eastlands Marina to modernise its moorings as set out in drawing number 8790/3, subject to the conditions specified in the report.


(2) That, subject to the views of the River Hamble Harbour Management Committee, the determination by the Chairman in consultation with the Officers of any minor issues arising, and on the strict understanding that any major matters are referred back to the Board for further consideration, conditional consent be granted to Universal Marine to relocate, drive new piles and install a continuous pontoon as set out in DRG No. 8686/13, subject to the conditions specified in the report.


(3) That consideration of the proposals of Boat Scrubber Limited to install an operator's shelter be deferred pending consideration by the River Hamble Harbour Management Committee.

22 WARSASH PUBLIC JETTY

The Board considered the report of the Director of Environment (Item 11 in the Minute Book) on proposals for the future of the Harbour Master's Jetty.

RESOLVED:

That the Board directs the Harbour Master to:

(1) continue to plan the project, as set out in the report and attached appendix, which involves


(i) production of a cost benefit analysis and proposed funding stream for maintenance works, jetty replacement and consultancy;


(ii) providing treatment to the Harbour Master's bridge and piles;


(iii) removing and disposing of current Harbour Master's jetty and piles;


(iv) completing the dredging required; and


(v) manufacturing and installing a new structure;


(2) employ a consultant in accordance with the County Council's contract standing orders to manage the project; and


(3) produce a second report to the Management Committee and the Harbour Board prior to the tender process with the proposed new design drawings, which will enable the Board to consider a report from the Management Committee before considering consent.

23 SCRUTINY AND CALL-IN

The Board considered the report of the Chief Executive (Item 12 in the Minute Book) on practical arrangements for the Management Committee to exercise its scrutiny role and, if necessary, call-in for review decisions taken by the Board.

RESOLVED:

That an electronic modus operandi be adopted as the means for the River Hamble Harbour Management Committee to exercise its call-in function and that this be by way of re-use of the full minutes of the Board.

24 ITEMS FOR INCLUSION ON FUTURE AGENDAS

The following items were noted for inclusion on future agendas of the Board:-

(1) Pollution Issues


(2) Updating the strategic principles to guide development on the River Hamble


(3) Boat Scrubber Ltd - operator's shelter


(4) Warsash Public Jetty

25 DATE OF NEXT MEETING

It was noted that the next meeting of the Board would be held on Friday, 21 October 2005 at 11 a.m. in the Victory Hall, Warsash.

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