Meeting documents

The Engineer presented his report as detailed in the agenda. He addressed some of the comments made during public question time and informed members that a meeting was taking place the following day with the Somerton Flood Action Group.

He highlighted it was important that members noted appendix A which explained the responsibilities and roles of different organisations involved with flooding and drainage.

(the meeting was suspended at this point for 15 minutes due to a fire alarm)

At the end of the discussion, a member thanked the Engineer for his easy to understand report and commented it would be useful for members to receive a presentation from Somerset County Council regarding its role as the lead Local Flood Authority. It was agreed this would be added to the Forward Plan.

Councillor Patrick Palmer, gave a short presentation to thank the Engineer for his 48 years of service as an officer of the council and to wish him a happy retirement.