Community Governance Review - West of Waterlooville (Phase 2)
Feedback updated 10 May 2018
We asked
Purpose of Consultation - To consult with local people on confirming parish council arrangements to better serve the new housing the West of Waterlooville Major Development Area.
Scope and Methodology - This consultation was undertaken in line with the legal framework of Part 4 of the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007. To engage local residents, the key issues were presented in a information letter that was delivered to all households in the proposed parish council area. Two information events were also held in two venues in the local area and attendance made at the West of Waterlooville Advisory Group.
The consultation information and questionnaire were published online on WCC’s CitizenSpace portal. The consultation was open to the public from 5th March to 22nd April 2018.
You said
The consultation received 32 online responses from members of the public.
|
What style should the new Council take? |
Total |
Percent |
|
Parish Council |
28 |
87.5% |
|
Town Council |
2 |
6.25% |
|
Community Council |
2 |
6.25% |
|
Neighbourhood Council |
0 |
0 |
|
Total |
32 |
100% |
|
What should the new Council be called? |
Total |
Percent |
|
Newlands |
11 |
34.4% |
|
Westwood |
6 |
18.8% |
|
Oakwood |
3 |
9.4% |
|
Eastmead |
1 |
3.1% |
|
Southmead |
1 |
3.1% |
|
Wellingswood |
1 |
3.1% |
|
Other |
6 |
18.8% |
|
Not answered |
3 |
9.4% |
|
Total |
32 |
100% |
- There were seven votes for Berewood from those who choose ‘other’ or did not answer.
- There was a vote for Berewood and Wellington Parish Council
- A suggestion of Eastwick
- A request for a name to unite the whole of the MDA, rather than naming it after phases of building homes on the development
- A comment ‘anything but Newlands’
|
How should we vote for members of the new Council? |
Total |
Percent |
|
From a single list of candidates for the whole parish |
22 |
68.8% |
|
Don’t know/ no opinion |
7 |
21.9% |
|
From each of the three polling districts within the parish |
3 |
9.4% |
|
Total |
32 |
100% |
Seven people attended the consultation events.
We did
The results of the consultations including the detailed comments will be reported to the Licensing and Regulation Committee on 14th June 2018. This page will be updated with the recommended actions.
Overview
In January 2018, this council consulted local residents on the shape of parish council governance for West of Waterlooville, Denmead, Southwick & Widley areas. This followed the receipt of a petition from over 200 local residents requesting a review to examine forming a new Parish Council for the West of Waterlooville area.
Four options were presented for consideration. More than 600 people responded with 74% supporting the new Parish Council option.
| Options | Total | % of responses |
|---|---|---|
| 1. No change to current Parish Councils | 52 | 8.6% |
| 2. New Council formed for the MDA | 448 | 74.2% |
| 3. Move all of MDA into Southwick & Widley PC | 82 | 13.6% |
| 4. Move all of MDA into Denmead PC | 22 | 3.6% |
| 604 |
Why your views matter
In light of this response, the City Council has agreed to prepare and publish draft proposals to establish a new parish council for the MDA. This would accord with the requirements of the relevant legislation to encourage a cohesive and sustainable community with a distinct and recognisable sense of identity.
This consultation therefore seeks the public’s views on;
- the new Parish Council’s style (it could be a Parish, Town, Neighbourhood or Community council);
- a name for the new council that reflects its geographic location; and
- the new council’s precise boundary.
Arrangements for the proposed number of representatives, the elections in 2019, the handover from the current parish councils and the setting of a new precept will also need to be considered. Although the current parish councils will be key consultee on these matters, the views of the general public will be essential in ensuring we can devise the best arrangements for the local community.
Two open events were held so local people could talk with current community representatives on the emerging proposals. These were held on:
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 17 March 2018 | 10.00am -2.00pm | Wellington Vale Care Home, Darnel Road, Waterlooville, PO7 7TY |
| Monday 19 March 2018 | 5.00pm - 7.30pm | Berewood Primary School, Kentidge Way, Waterlooville, PO7 3BE |
This topic was also considered at the West of Waterlooville Advisory Group meeting on Thursday 29 March 2018, 7pm at Wellington Vale Care Home, Darnel Road, Waterlooville, PO7 7TY.
It's not too late to ask a question though. If you have any questions regarding this Community Governance Review please contact communitygovernancereview@winchester.gov.uk
This Community Governance Review is being developed in line with the legal framework of Part 4 of the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007.
The Formal Terms of Reference for the Community Governance Review for West of Waterlooville document is attached below.
Events
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Information Event
From 17 Mar 2018 at 10:00 to 17 Mar 2018 at 14:00Wellington Vale Care Home
Darnel Road, Waterlooville, PO7 7TY -
Information Event
From 19 Mar 2018 at 17:00 to 19 Mar 2018 at 19:30Berewood Primary School
Kentidge way, Waterlooville, PO7 3BE -
West of Waterlooville Advisory Group
From 29 Mar 2018 at 19:00 to 29 Mar 2018 at 20:00Wellington Vale Care Home
Darnel Road, Waterlooville, PO7 7TY
An update on the progress of the consultation will be presented to the meeting and there will be an opportunity to ask questions to the members
Areas
- Boarhunt And Southwick
- Denmead
Audiences
- All Residents
Interests
- Local Plans
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