Issue - meetings

Purpose of Report

To seek agreement to the creation of one new post on the structure within Parking Services, that of a Security Patrol Operative.

Decision

That the addition of a post of security officer within Parking Services be approved by Executive.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

None.

Reason for Decision

The City Councils’ 21 members of parking staff managed what had been a £6 million a year business for the Council, via a high level of transactions and interactions with the public.

This service was one of the most important front facing services of the council, and not only delivered its most substantial income steam, but also welcomed visitors to the city. Via its good work, it was pivotal in supporting the retail and leisure business sectors.

It operated in a highly competitive environment, and so was as streamlined and business focused as any element of the council, whilst still remaining true to council corporate policies, and supportive of its wider strategic aims and objectives

Noting the increased numbers of incidents of Anti-Social Behaviour/nuisance at car park sites it was proposed to add a new post to cover security patrol duties to the Parking Services staffing establishment.

Councillor Ric Metcalfe was of the view that the business case in support of this proposal made sense, reflecting that parking services was such an important service the Council provided and was part of a person’s experience in respect of place. It was vital that the City Council’s car parks were safe and welcoming places for people to use when visiting the city.