Decision details

Purpose of report: City of York Council are working closely with the Environment Agency in the development of flood risk management schemes across the city, updates from both organisations will be brought to the Executive Member for further consideration and recommendation.

The Executive Member will be asked to consider the updates detailed in the report and any supporting presentations, comment their content and recommended actions.

Resolved:  (i)      That the update report, and the additional information provided at the session by the Environment Agency (EA) and council officers, be noted.

Reason:     To confirm that the Executive Member is aware of the current position regarding progress on the 5 Year Flood Plan.

                   (ii)      That the EA, with the support of council officers, be asked to consider further engagement with the residents of Skeldergate regarding their concerns about property resilience as a solution.

Reason:     So that residents can be properly informed on, and involved in, flood prevention measures in their area.