Sutton - All Closed Consultations

North Sutton Sites Draft Planning Brief

ldf@sutton.gov.uk (Highways) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:09 +0100

[Closed on 31 July 2012]

The North Sutton Sites Draft Planning Brief will provide guidance on the redevelopment of the gas holders, Zurich House, Centerlink House and Magnet Showrooms area to help transform it into an attractive town centre destination.

Public Consultation on the draft Planning Brief open from 29 May to 31 July 2012

We want your views on the plans that will shape the North Sutton Sites (including the gas holders, the Zurich House Building, Centrelink House, the Magnet showroom and a number of other smaller businesses). Please tell the council what you think during the consultation period.

The draft brief sets out principles that will guide any future planning applications for the site, so understanding the views of residents at this early stage is vital. The plan includes details about the amount of development and the range of uses which will be allowed on the site. It also sets out the height of buildings permitted, the quality of architecture and the public open spaces and how people can get to the new facilities either by public transport, on foot or by car. The draft Brief, supporting documents and more information about the consultation programme can be found at www.sutton.gov.uk/northsuttonsites

Residential and Nursing care fees consultation 2013/14

sutton@citizenspace.com (Adult Social Services and Housing) — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 17:39:25 +0100

[Closed on 10 August 2012]

The public sector continues to face its toughest ever financial challenge. Within ASSH we have been obliged to achieve a reduction in overall expenditure of over £10M per annum between 2012 and 2014. We have continued to look at ways to save money to ensure that those with the highest levels of need are protected and can continue to receive support.

There has been a reduction in the number of residential placements that we commission and what we pay for them but we are still required to make further budget reductions. We want to continue to do this in the best possible way, taking into consideration the impact of our purchasing power within the local market and the Council’s interest in ensuring a good quality supply of care home provision in Sutton to meet its safeguarding requirements.

Sutton Alcohol Harm Reduction Strategy

tim.stonebridge@sutton.gov.uk (Safer Sutton Partnership Service) — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 13:47:45 +0100

[Closed on 30 May 2012]

The Sutton Alcohol Harm Reduction Strategy 2011-14, will update, refresh and build upon work that has been developed locally and previously expressed in Safer Sutton Partnership.

At a time of shrinking economies, cuts across public services and considerable uncertainty about future funding, it is imperative that resources are deployed ‘smartly’ and that Sutton’s response to
tackling alcohol misuse is coordinated and proportionate to locally evidenced need and the issues within our community.

Evidence and data suggests that levels of risky drinking are on the rise nationally and in Sutton and this may indicate that a different approach may be needed in dealing with the issue.

Enhanced Housing Options Website User Feedback

housing.centre@sutton.gov.uk (Adult Social Services and Housing) — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:00:04 +0100

[Closed on 31 March 2013]

The enhanced housing options website provides information and advice on housing, homeless prevention, jobs & training. It provides a personal action plan and next steps to enable users to resolve their own housing situation. If you have completed an online housing options assessment we would like to find out more about your experience using the website.

Housing Allocations Policy & Tenancy Strategy Consultation

fran.massiah@sutton.gov.uk (Adult Social Services and Housing) — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 00:00:22 +0100

[Closed on 30 March 2012]

In response to changes in the law, the Council is consulting with residents and stakeholders on possible changes to the Housing Allocations Policy and the development of a Tenancy Strategy for the borough.

Sutton South Traffic Study - Cavendish Road & Cedar Road

traffic.postbook@sutton.gov.uk (Environment and Neighbourhoods) — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 00:00:12 +0000

[Closed on 11 January 2013]

A petition was received by the Council from the residents of Cavendish Road requesting additional/improved speed reduction measures to be implemented in Cavendish Road, as they consider that the existing traffic calming measures are ineffective in reducing the vehicular speeds. Similar enquiries have been received from residents in Cedar Road.

Cavendish Road and Cedar Road form part of the Sutton South 20mph Zone that was implemented in 2007/08. The zone is traffic-calmed using raised tables and speed cushions. Cavendish Road and Cedar Road are also bus routes for the S1 and S3 routes respectively, which are used by large number of elderly residents of these roads.

The Sutton South, Cheam and Belmont Local Committee, at the meeting on 11 October 2012, have agreed to undertake the necessary traffic study in Cavendish Road, Cedar Road and the surrounding roads.

Choice Based Lettings User Feedback Survey

housing.centre@sutton.gov.uk (Adult Social Services and Housing) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:30:38 +0000

[Closed on 6 March 2012]

If you used our Choice Based Lettings service in January we want to hear about your experiences.

Sutton's Children and Young People Plan for 2013

meera.rajasooriar@sutton.gov.uk (Chief Executive's Directorate) — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 00:00:24 +0100

[Closed on 17 August 2012]

This survey is for young people aged 11-18 to find out more about you and your needs. At Sutton Council we are putting together a plan about how we can better respond to your needs. We will be using the results from this survey to help us understand you better and make sure we provide you with the things you need.

If you don't feel comfortable answering a question, select "I don't want to say". You do not need to put your name anywhere on this survey so your answers are confidential.

School Travel Update survey

sutton@citizenspace.com (Smarter Travel Sutton) — Sat, 21 Jul 2012 00:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 20 July 2012]

A short survey to find out what activities schools have participated in and initiatied in the promotion of sustainable travel during 2011-2012

School Travel Update survey (Secondary schools)

sutton@citizenspace.com (Smarter Travel Sutton) — Sat, 21 Jul 2012 00:00:14 +0100

[Closed on 20 July 2012]

This is a short survey to collect sustainable school travel information, which will help determine the future direction of the school travel plan programme in Sutton

Library Usage Survey 2013

Shama.Sarwar@sutton.gov.uk (Policy and Customer Services ) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:29 +0100

[Closed on 22 April 2013]

We aim for our libraries to be the focal point of communities providing accessible, relevant and enjoyable services which enhance the quality of life for residents, and open up opportunities for education, employment and participation in the cultural and community life of the borough.

In order to do this, we want to understand how residents are using our libraries; what services are most popular, which services could be enhanced, and what services residents would like to see more of in their local libraries.

By participating in this survey you will be helping to shape the future of Sutton’s libraries.

Community Care Grants and Crisis Loans

consultation@sutton.gov.uk (Adult Social Services and Housing) — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:07 +0000

[Closed on 31 January 2013]

Community Care Grants and Crisis Loans are currently managed by the Department for Work and Pensions. There is a single phone number that people can ring to submit an application for a grant or loan.

From 1 April, 2013, these grants and loans will be managed by local authorities. In Sutton, the London Borough of Sutton will manage the grants and loans for people living in the borough. Community Care Grants are currently awarded to people in receipt of benefits who are leaving an institution (such as prison or a care home) and moving in to social housing or private rented accommodation, families under exceptional pressure. It funds items such as beds and washing machines for those who otherwise could not afford to live independently in the community.

Crisis Loans are currently awarded to people who have experienced a disaster – such as a fire, and have lost their possessions. It might fund a new mattress and curtains for people who have no access to credit or other funding and need these essential items.

What will Sutton’s process look like?

The London Borough of Sutton is proposing that the local scheme combines both community care grants and crisis loans. It will be based on a grant of up to £200 that does not need to be paid back and if people need more than £200 they can have a loan for the remaining amount, up to an additional £800 (so £1000 in total). People will be able to apply for a grant using a form on the website, over the telephone and, in exceptional circumstances, in person.

What do we want your opinions on?

This consultation exercise will assist the London Borough of Sutton in reaching the following decisions relating to Community Care Grants and Crisis Loans to be awarded 2013/14:

What barriers, if any, do you think people will face as a result of the changes?
Are there any particular groups of people in Sutton that will be adversely effected as a result of the changes?
What more can we do, outside of this fund, to prevent people needing support from this fund?

What are the limits of the consultation?

The consultation exercise focuses on the decisions we need to make for 2013/14. We plan to review the scheme after this time and assess how it could be run in the future. Also, please remember that there is very limited funding available and we want to support residents most in need in Sutton.

Worcester Park Public Realm Improvements

hermione.brightwell@sutton.gov.uk (Smarter Travel Sutton) — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:05 +0000

[Closed on 31 October 2012]

Following consultation with residents, businesses and visitors during Summer 2012 some design improvements to Worcester Park town centre, along Central Road, have been proposed.The aim of the improvements is to improve the environment for everybody and to hopefully attract more and/or new visitors to the area.

To view the proposals please download the attached consultation leaflet (related documents below).

The scheme is part of the Outer London Fund project in Worcester Park and North Cheam which aims to add vitality to the high street through a number of activities working with businesses, improving the public realm and encouraging community activity.

Draft Sutton Transport Plan 2011/12-2013/14

alex.forrest@sutton.gov.uk (Highways) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:21 +0000

[Results expected 20 November 2010]

The council is currently consulting on its draft Sutton Transport Plan, which forms the Local Implementation Plan (LIP), a statutory document required under the Greater London Authority (GLA) Act 1999. As required by the GLA Act, the Plan sets out how the council proposes to implement the second Mayor's Transport Strategy (MTS), the Mayor of London's transport blueprint for London which was published in May 2010. The draft Plan covers the period 2011/12-2013/2014 and contains transport proposals that address locally important issues and contribute to the Mayor's transport goals, challenges and outcomes. The Plan also sets out the council's wider and longer term vision and proposals for improving transport in the borough.

Proposed closure of Oakleigh Care Home

alan.grierson@sutton.gov.uk (Adult Social Services and Housing) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:22 +0000

[Closed on 17 January 2011]

As a result of the severe public sector cuts caused by the recession, Sutton is making plans to save a minimum of 20% of its budget through reviewing all of its services. A review of all directly provided care services is underway, which includes Oakleigh Care Centre. Oakleigh is the Council's only remaining long term residential care service for people with dementia which also provides respite care for up to five people living in the community, and hosts a day care service which is provided by Housing 21/Dementia Voice. A residential care place at Oakleigh costs over £1,000 per week, compared to an average of £588 paid in the independent sector.

Multi-agency Prevention Strategy

julie.wilson@sutton.gov.uk (Adult Social Services and Housing) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:22 +0000

[Closed on 30 September 2010]

This draft of our Multi-agency Prevention Strategy for 2010 to 2012 aims to explain what is meant by prevention and early intervention; why we are taking this approach; what we are doing now and what we plan to do. Prevention, early intervention and enablement help support people to remain in their homes for as long as possible, which avoids or reduces the use of costly institutional or long term care. Over the past decade, we have been making a strategic shift towards prevention.

Sutton Housing Strategy 2011/12 and beyond

trevor.hart@sutton.gov.uk (Adult Social Services and Housing) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:22 +0000

[Closed on 30 September 2010]

The aim of the new Housing Strategy 2011/12 and beyond is to identify and quantify housing need in the borough and to plan how we are going to address these needs in the coming years.

Sutton Town Centre Area Action Plan

ldf@sutton.gov.uk (Highways) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:22 +0000

[Results expected 30 September 2009 & feedback expected 30 September 2009]

Sutton Council is working with the Town Centre Partnership to help make Sutton town centre an even more thriving place to shop, work and live. From 22 April to 2 June 2009 we are seeking your views the preferred options for the town centre’s long-term planning strategy. We are preparing an Area Action Plan, with ambitious proposals for future shopping, leisure facilities, additional homes and office space over the next 15 years. It includes plans to create a cultural ‘hub’ in a new Civic Quarter and for major development at Sutton Station. We have talked with residents, business and others over the last 18 months and used what we were told to help identify our preferred sites and proposals. The Preferred Options document sets out a vision and policy objectives for Sutton town centre, in the context of the emerging Core Planning Strategy. It includes proposals for sustainable built development, improving the public realm and sustainable transport. Distinct town centre quarters are proposed to guide the scale and character of future development. The Plan also identifies development opportunity sites to meet the long-term need for additional shops, employment, housing and other development. The document is accompanied by draft urban design guidelines and proposed changes to the adopted Unitary Development Plan (UDP) Proposals Map.

Sutton Town Centre High Street Crossroads Proposed Conservation Area

ldf@sutton.gov.uk (Highways) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:22 +0000

[Closed on 16 February 2011]

A review of the heritage assets of Sutton Town Centre has highlighted the historic importance of the highway network at the crossroads of Cheam Road/ Carshalton Road and the High Street and the associated buildings and spaces. Accordingly a new Conservation Area is proposed in this area, along Sutton High Street, from the Station down to Trinity Town Square.

This area has a fascinating history, starting as a rural community which grew rapidly during the Victorian era. By the mid 19^th Century, the High Street was a wealthy Victorian shopping parade and many of the original buildings can still be seen today. The buildings, particularly at upper storeys, are worthy of preservation and enhancement. Treasuring and enhancing the unique aspects of the area will help to create:

A stronger local identity;
Support the regeneration and promotion of Sutton town centre;
Encourage visitors and shoppers; and
Support retailers and a vibrant town centre.

Worcester Park Integrated Transport Package (ITP)

steve.shew@sutton.gov.uk (Smarter Travel Sutton) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:22 +0000

[Closed on 1 November 2011]

This will be an initial consultation to find out about local aspirations for transport in Worcester Park, a secondary consultation on any scheme designs will follow in 2012.

Review of Polling Districts and Polling Places

richard.shortman@sutton.gov.uk (Chief Executive's Directorate) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:22 +0000

[Closed on 28 October 2011]

Sutton is reviewing all its current polling districts and also the location of polling stations for use at both national and local elections. Local political parties, MPs and councillors are being consulted.

Views are also invited from residents and any person or body who has expertise in accessing buildings by persons with any type of disability. The formal consultation period will run from Thursday 15 June until Friday 15 July 2011.

Enhancing Worcester Park & North Cheam

advice@smartertravelsutton.org.uk (Highways) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:23 +0000

[Closed on 28 October 2011]

We want local people who live, work, shop or go to school in the Worcester Park and North Cheam areas to tell us their issues and ideas for improvements.

Adult Social Services Prevention Prospectus

andrew.clark@sutton.gov.uk (Adult Social Services and Housing) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:23 +0000

[Closed on 12 August 2011]

The London Borough of Sutton is intending to purchase new prevention services to support vulnerable adults in Sutton to remain living independently.

The 'Outcome Prospectus for Prevention' details what Sutton is looking to achieve as well as the outcomes the new services are expected to deliver.

Housing Allocations Review and Tenancy Strategy

fran.massiah@sutton.gov.uk (Adult Social Services and Housing) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:00:24 +0000

[Closed on 16 December 2011]

In response to forthcoming changes in the law, the Council is consulting with all residents in the borough on possible changes to its Housing Allocations Policy.

We also want your views on whether you think we should give fixed term tenancies rather tenancies for life for some or all households.