Issue - meetings

This report explains the work undertaken by the York Poverty Truth Commission (PTC) and how it led to the creation of the Commission’s Charter and Organisational Standards.  These aim to promote dignity and respect for those facing poverty.

Resolved:

                      i.         Noted the work of the York Poverty Truth Commission and the council to date in promoting and implementing the Organisational Standards;

                    ii.         Formally adopted the Charter for Organisational Standards developed by the York Poverty Truth Commission; and

                   iii.         Approved a published six-monthly monitoring report for the Executive Member for Finance, Performance, Major Projects, Human Rights, Equality and Inclusion.

Reason:    To commit to and promote the work of the PTC and secure ongoing delivery and monitoring of the work into the future.

The Director of Housing & Communities outlined the work undertaken by the York Poverty Truth Commission and outlined the Charter for Organisational Standards developed by the commission. She noted that these standards would seek to build kindness into the Council’s work, policies, and decision making.

The Executive Leader noted that she had took part in the work of the commission as a civic commissioner. She stated that the work to develop the charter had been rewarding and welcomed the opportunity to adopt and embed the proposed standards.

The Executive Member for Finance, Performance, Major Projects, Human Rights, Equality and Inclusion explained that embedding empathy and kindness into everything the Council does was something to stive for. She noted that it was important to bring to light these sometimes hidden challenges faced by residents in the city and that when you deliver inclusive work, policies, and decision making it improves what the Council does for everyone.

Resolved:

                      i.         Noted the work of the York Poverty Truth Commission and the council to date in promoting and implementing the Organisational Standards;

                    ii.         Formally adopted the Charter for Organisational Standards developed by the York Poverty Truth Commission; and

                   iii.         Approved a published six-monthly monitoring report for the Executive Member for Finance, Performance, Major Projects, Human Rights, Equality and Inclusion.

Reason:    To commit to and promote the work of the PTC and secure ongoing delivery and monitoring of the work into the future.