Issue - meetings

A  report from the Director of Finance is attached. (Non key)

(Report No.88)

(8.25 – 8.30 pm)

Councillor Daniel Anderson (Deputy Leader) introduced the report of the Director of Finance (No.88) presenting the quarterly report on the new Corporate Performance Scorecard that reflected the Council priorities.

NOTED

1.            That Appendix 1 to the report showed the Quarter 1 performance for 2018/19 and compared it to the Council’s performance in Quarter 1 2017/18.

2.            That Appendix 2 of the report focused on a selection of priority measures where performance was currently off target and/or the direction of travel was negative. This document would be updated as progress was made. Members noted the areas highlighted together with the improvement plans as detailed in the document.

3.            That the indicators set out in Appendix 1 of the report would also continue to be monitored and any trends causing concern highlighted for further required actions.

4.            Members considered the document in detail and a discussion followed on highlighted issues in response to questions raised. The progress being made on the performance review of the planning application profile was noted; and, the actions being taken by the Executive Director - Place and Cabinet Member for Environment outlined in detail particularly with regard to recruitment.

5.            The work being progressed within the Council around cultural change and ensuring that Enfield Council was a good place to work. Ian Davis (Chief Executive) outlined the work being undertaken and the outcomes sought. Positive progress had been made and work would continue on a number of initiatives. In response to questions raised, Members were advised of the specific progress and developments regarding equalities over a range of areas. Senior management were working closely with staff and trade unions in moving forward. The changes introduced in recruitment processes were outlined. Members could be provided with more detailed data if required. A number of issues were highlighted by Members and information provided on the developments taking place within the Council to address a range of equalities issues including BAME, disabilities and gender.  In conclusion, it was noted that a report was due to be presented to the Cabinet for consideration early in 2019.

6.            Councillor Anderson invited Cabinet Members to feedback any specific comments to him in respect of the performance indicators and actions required. Cabinet Members and Officers were also asked to continue to monitor the indicators and trends within their portfolios and seek improvements where necessary.

Alternative Options Considered: Not to report regularly on the Council’s performance. This would make it difficult to assess progress made on achieving the Council’s main priorities and to demonstrate the value for money being provided by council services.

DECISION: The Cabinet agreed to note, for information only, the progress being made towards achieving the identified key priorities for Enfield.  

Reason: To update Cabinet on the progress made against all key priority performance indicators for the Council.

(Non key)