Alexa Michael | Councillor for Hayes and Coney Hall, Bromley

Councillor Alexa Michael

Conservative Hayes and Coney Hall Chairman, Development Control Committee

Council: Bromley

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Committees: Development Control Committee (Chairman) Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee (Committee Member) Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee (Committee Member) Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee (Committee Member) General Purposes and Licensing Committee (Committee Member) Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 (Committee Member) Council (Committee Member) Licensing Sub-Committee (Committee Member) Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 Plans Sub-Committee No. 3 Environment and Community Services Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee Adult Care and Health Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee Renewal, Recreation and Housing Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee

Positions, Voting Record & Activity Summary

Last updated: 9 days ago

Councillor Alexa Michael's council service across multiple years demonstrates a consistent and evolving focus on planning and development, with a particularly strong emphasis on her recent leadership roles. Her priorities have increasingly centered on ensuring high-quality, well-considered development that benefits the borough, while rigorously safeguarding green spaces and resident concerns.

Key Themes and Priorities:

Across her tenure, Michael has consistently prioritized robust planning processes, scrutinizing development proposals with a keen eye for design, impact, and adherence to policy. Early in her service, her focus was broad, encompassing housing development quantity, height, massing, and the provision of family housing, alongside broader council matters like budget discussions and social welfare. A significant and recurring theme has been the protection of Metropolitan Open Land (MOL) and Green Belt areas, alongside concerns about inappropriate development such as bungalow conversions and the misuse of 'very special circumstances' arguments. More recently, her focus has sharpened on the quality and amenity value of proposed developments.

Evolution of Focus:

While always engaged in planning, Michael's role and the nature of her contributions have evolved significantly. In 2024, she was actively scrutinizing applications and advocating for resident concerns, often moving motions to refuse or defer. By 2025, as Chairman of the Development Control Committee, her focus shifted towards strengthening planning protocols and local plans, actively shaping the framework for future development. The most recent year, 2026, marks a culmination of this evolution, with her leadership as Chairman of the Development Control Committee being instrumental in advocating for and approving a significant borough amenity, the West Wickham Leisure Centre. This demonstrates a move from scrutinizing individual applications to championing projects with clear community benefits and high design standards.

Most Significant Contributions (Recent Years):

In 2026, Councillor Michael's most significant contribution was her pivotal role as Chairman of the Development Control Committee in supporting the West Wickham Leisure Centre planning application. Her advocacy, highlighting its >high-quality design, >reduced footprint, and potential to be an >excellent borough amenity, directly led to its approval. This exemplifies her ability to champion projects that align with her vision for beneficial and well-designed community infrastructure.

In 2025, her leadership in the Development Control Committee was crucial in safeguarding MOL and Green Belt areas and strengthening planning protocols. She actively proposed and seconded amendments to local plans, demonstrating a proactive approach to shaping policy and ensuring robust development criteria.

Patterns and Consistent Areas of Interest:

Councillor Michael has shown a consistent dedication to planning and development throughout her council service. Her leadership roles in planning committees (Development Control Committee, Plans Sub-Committee No. 1) have been a constant. She has consistently demonstrated a commitment to resident concerns, privacy, and outlook in development proposals. Furthermore, her involvement in the School Place Planning Working Group across multiple years indicates a sustained interest in the borough's infrastructure and future planning needs. Her voting record also shows consistent support for council tax, reflecting a commitment to the financial stability of the council.

Overall, Alexa Michael's council work reveals a dedicated public servant whose expertise and influence in planning and development have grown, culminating in her impactful leadership in recent years, where she has championed projects that enhance the borough's amenities and uphold high standards of design and community benefit.

Yearly Activity Timeline

In 2026, Councillor Alexa Michael, as Chairman of the Development Control Committee, played a significant role in supporting the West Wickham Leisure Centre planning application. During the January 14th meeting, she advocated for its approval, highlighting its >high-quality design, >reduced footprint, and potential to be an >excellent borough amenity. She subsequently moved for the application's approval.

Monthly Activity in 2026

As Chairman of the Development Control Committee, Councillor Alexa Michael supported the West Wickham Leisure Centre planning application during the January 14th meeting. She praised its high-quality design, reduced footprint, and potential to be an excellent borough amenity. Following her remarks, she moved for the application's approval as recommended.

Meetings in January 2026

Development Control Committee - Wednesday 14 January 2026 7.30 pm - 14 January 2026

As Chairman of the Development Control Committee, Councillor Alexa Michael expressed her support for the West Wickham Leisure Centre planning application. She highlighted the application's high-quality design, reduced footprint compared to the previous building, and its potential to serve as an excellent borough amenity. Following her statement, she moved from the Chair that the planning application be approved as recommended.

Throughout 2025, Councillor Alexa Michael was a consistently active participant in council meetings, particularly in her role as Chairman of the Development Control Committee. A significant theme of her activity revolved around ensuring robust planning processes and safeguarding Metropolitan Open Land (MOL) and Green Belt areas from inappropriate development. She frequently expressed concerns about bungalow conversions and the overuse of 'very special circumstances' arguments by developers. Michael actively proposed and seconded amendments to planning protocols and local plans, aiming to strengthen criteria for development and clarify procedures for public speaking and late representations. She also voted on Council Tax and contributed to discussions on the South East London Integrated Care Board. Beyond her Development Control Committee duties, she served on the Renewal, Recreation and Housing PDS Committee, the School Place Planning Working Group, and attended various other Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meetings, though her specific contributions in these latter instances were less detailed. Her leadership in the Development Control Committee involved managing meetings, presiding over discussions, and guiding the review of the draft Bromley Local Plan.

Monthly Activity in 2025

During November 2025, Alexa Michael attended meetings of the Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee, the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee, and the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee. The records indicate she was present at these meetings but did not speak or take specific actions. However, as Chairman of the Development Control Committee, she conducted the meeting on November 27th. In this role, she acknowledged motions and their order of consideration, stating >they would be taken in the order they were put forward. She also requested >a detailed report on appeals, including how planning applications were determined in the scheme of delegation and the appeal outcome, to be presented at a future committee meeting.

Meetings in November 2025

Development Control Committee - Thursday 27 November 2025 7.30 pm - 27 November 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael served as the Chairman of the Development Control Committee. She was present and acted as Chairman at the meeting held on October 2, 2025. In that capacity, she summarized that two valid motions had been proposed and seconded, stating they would be taken in the order they were put forward. She also requested a detailed report on appeals, including how planning applications were determined in the scheme of delegation and the appeal outcome, to be presented at a future committee meeting.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 24 November 2025 7.00 pm - 24 November 2025

Alexa Michael was present at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting held on November 24, 2025. However, the available documents do not indicate any specific statements or actions made by them during the meeting.

Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 20 November 2025 7.00 pm - 20 November 2025

Alexa Michael was present at the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee meeting on November 20, 2025. However, the available documentation does not indicate that she spoke or took any specific actions during the meeting.

Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 11 November 2025 7.00 pm - 11 November 2025

Alexa Michael is a member of the CHILDREN, EDUCATION AND FAMILIES POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND SCRUTINY COMMITTEE and was present at the meeting held on 11 November 2025. However, the provided documents contain no record of her speaking or taking any specific action during the meeting.

During October 2025, Alexa Michael was present at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on Thursday, 9 October 2025. No specific statements or actions were recorded for her during this meeting.

Meetings in October 2025

Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 - Thursday 16 October 2025 7.00 pm - 16 October 2025

Alexa Michael is a member of the PLANS SUB-COMMITTEE NO. 1 and was present at the meeting on October 16, 2025. However, there is no record of her speaking or taking any specific action during the meeting.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 9 October 2025 7.00 pm - 9 October 2025

Alexa Michael was present at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on Thursday, 9 October 2025. There is no record of her making any statements or taking any actions during the meeting.

Development Control Committee - Thursday 2 October 2025 7.30 pm - 2 October 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael served as Chairman of the Development Control Committee meeting on October 2, 2025. She called the meeting to order and resumed it after a break. As Chairman, she managed the discussion of motions, specifically noting that three valid motions had been proposed and seconded.

In summation, the Chairman stated that three valid motions had been proposed and seconded, and these would be taken in the order in which they were put forward. Before the motion that permission be refused could be put to the vote, there was a need to define the grounds for refusal. The Planning Officers present said they had to consider the proposed reasons for refusal to ensure they were feasible.

The Chairman called the Committee to order, and the meeting resumed at 9.25 pm.

During September 2025, Councillor Alexa Michael played an active role as Chairman of the Development Control Committee. She managed the meeting, seconded a motion to approve a planning application, and confirmed motions before votes. She also identified a typographical error in KPI P5, noting that it related to Non-Major Appeals, not Major Applications, and that this would be corrected. Additionally, Councillor Michael was appointed as a member of the School Place Planning Working Group for the 2025/26 municipal year. She was also present at the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee and the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meetings, though no specific actions or statements were recorded for her during these.

Meetings in September 2025

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 15 September 2025 7.00 pm - 15 September 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on 2025-09-15. The provided minutes do not attribute any specific statements or actions to Councillor Michael.

Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 11 September 2025 7.00 pm - 11 September 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael was appointed as a member of the School Place Planning Working Group for the 2025/26 municipal year.

Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 10 September 2025 7.00 pm - 10 September 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee meeting on 2025-09-10. There is no record of her speaking or taking any action during the meeting.

Development Control Committee - Tuesday 2 September 2025 7.30 pm - 2 September 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael, as Chairman of the Development Control Committee, actively managed the meeting. She seconded the Vice-Chairman's motion to approve the planning application for 24-34 Farwig Lane. In her capacity as Chairman, she confirmed a valid motion had been proposed and seconded before putting it to a vote. Regarding the HPR Planning KPIs, she identified a typographical error in KPI P5, stating: > the Chairman noted that KPI P5 related to Non-Major Appeals and not Major Applications, and this typographical error would be corrected for future reporting. She also observed a reduction in Major Appeals and indicated that the Assistant Director: Planning would elaborate on this.

During the July 7, 2025 Council meeting, Councillor Alexa Michael, in her capacity as Chairman of the Development Control Committee, presented proposed changes to the Bromley Local Planning Protocol. These changes focused on the process of councillors calling in applications and the handling of late correspondence or photographs. Key amendments included:

Paragraph 8.1: Altering the procedure for considering motions, stating: > The Chairman should take the motion that is proposed and seconded first and only if that motion fails move to the next motion that is proposed and seconded.
Paragraphs 6.3 and 5.6: Modifying the rules for distributing late materials, with proposed wording for 5.6 being: > Documents can only be distributed to committee members at the committee meeting (including by public speakers) at the discretion of the Chairman to ensure that the material considered in the determination of the application is available to all.
Paragraph 6.3: Further clarifying the discretion of the Chairman regarding late items: > Any late items can only be considered at the discretion of the Chairman.

Meetings in July 2025

Council - Monday 7 July 2025 7.00 pm - 7 July 2025

As Chairman of the Development Control Committee, Councillor Alexa Michael provided an update on proposed changes to the Bromley Local Planning Protocol. She proposed deleting the first sentence of Paragraph 8.1 regarding councillors calling in applications, and rewording paragraphs 6.3 and 5.6 concerning the distribution of late correspondence or photographs. Her proposed amendments to 5.6 stated:

Documents can only be distributed to committee members at the committee meeting (including by public speakers) at the discretion of the Chairman to ensure that the material considered in the determination of the application is available to all. Her proposed amendments to 6.3 stated: Any late items can only be considered at the discretion of the Chairman. Furthermore, her proposed amendments to 8.1 stated: The Chairman should take the motion that is proposed and seconded first and only if that motion fails move to the next motion that is proposed and seconded.

During June 2025, Councillor Alexa Michael was active in several council meetings. As Chairman of the Renewal, Recreation and Housing PDS Committee, she proposed that the committee be provided with specific documents for reference, which was endorsed. She also attended the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee meeting. In her role as Chairman of the Development Control Committee, she presided over discussions, including those related to the Crystal Palace Football Club Training Ground application and the draft Bromley Local Plan Review. She proposed amendments to the Local Planning Protocol Annual Review and suggested rewording a point in the Local Plan to Set out robust criteria… regarding conversions. Councillor Michael also voiced concerns about the conversion of bungalows and the increasing use of 'very special circumstances' for Green Belt development, inquiring about stronger wording in the Local Plan to discourage this. Additionally, she seconded a motion for local MPs to write to the Deputy Prime Minister on planning matters and another motion for the Council's Executive to set its own annual housing application approval target.

Meetings in June 2025

Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 - Thursday 26 June 2025 7.00 pm - 26 June 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael attended the Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 meeting on June 26, 2025. Regarding planning application 23/04715/FULL1 concerning the Crystal Palace F.C. Training Ground, she expressed concerns about inappropriate development on Metropolitan Open Land (MOL). She seconded the motion to refuse the application and moved that the application be deferred to the Development Control Committee.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 23 June 2025 7.00 pm - 23 June 2025

Alexa Michael was present as a member of the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee at the meeting held on June 23, 2025. However, the available documents do not indicate that she spoke or took any specific action during the meeting.

Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 18 June 2025 7.00 pm - 18 June 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting held on June 18, 2025. However, the provided documents do not contain any specific statements or actions attributed to her beyond her attendance.

General Purposes and Licensing Committee - Tuesday 17 June 2025 7.00 pm - 17 June 2025

Alexa Michael was present at the General Purposes and Licensing Committee meeting on June 17, 2025. However, the available documents (minutes from previous meetings and the reports pack) do not indicate that she spoke or took any specific action during the meeting or the previous meetings mentioned.

Development Control Committee - Thursday 12 June 2025 7.30 pm - 12 June 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael, in her capacity as Chairman of the Development Control Committee, presided over meetings on April 10th, May 14th, and May 27th, 2025. On April 10th, she invited Councillor Chloe-Jane Ross to open the debate on the Crystal Palace Football Club Training Ground application and, in summation, confirmed that the motion for approval as recommended was carried. She also proposed that specific documents be provided to the Renewal, Recreation and Housing PDS Committee and suggested amendments to the Local Planning Protocol Annual Review. Additionally, she seconded a motion requesting local MPs to write to the Deputy Prime Minister regarding the importance of local decision-making in planning matters. During the May 27th meeting, while discussing the draft Bromley Local Plan Review, she proposed rewording a point to Set out robust criteria… regarding conversions and back land sites, a change supported by the Committee. She voiced concerns about the conversion of bungalows into two-storey houses, highlighting their importance for older residents and those with accessibility needs. Furthermore, she expressed her view on the increasing use of 'very special circumstances' arguments for Green Belt development and inquired about using more robust wording in the Local Plan to discourage this. She also seconded a motion for the Council's Executive to agree on setting its own annual housing application approval target.

Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 4 June 2025 7.00 pm - 4 June 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee meeting on June 4, 2025. There is no record of her speaking or taking any specific actions during the meeting.

Renewal, Recreation and Housing Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 3 June 2025 7.00 pm - 3 June 2025

In her capacity as Chairman, Councillor Alexa Michael proposed that the Renewal, Recreation and Housing PDS Committee be provided with documents detailing the views of a Committee and Ward Member for Petts Wood and Knoll, along with the original Supplementary Planning Guidance for Chislehurst Road, for their reference prior to the meeting on June 3, 2025. This proposal received the Committee's endorsement. Councillor Michael was also present for Item 8A concerning Children's Residential Development in Wharton Road, Bromley.

During May 2025, Alexa Michael was active in two council meetings, primarily in her role as Chairman of the Development Control Committee. In the General Purposes and Licensing Committee meeting on May 22nd, she proposed amendments to the Local Planning Protocol, specifically regarding the deletion of a sentence in the Decision Making and Voting section and re-wording sections on public speaking procedures and late representations. She also clarified the process for considering motions. In the Special Meeting of the Development Control Committee on May 27th, she led a section-by-section review of the draft Bromley Local Plan Review Direction of Travel. Key actions included proposing a successful amendment to Section 3: Housing to include robust criteria for conversions and backland development, and expressing concerns about bungalow conversions. She also raised issues regarding developers citing 'very special circumstances' for Green Belt development in Section 8: Green Infrastructure, Open Space and Biodiversity, advocating for stronger wording in the Local Plan.

Meetings in May 2025

Special Meeting, Development Control Committee - Tuesday 27 May 2025 7.30 pm - 27 May 2025

As Chairman of the Development Control Committee, Councillor Alexa Michael guided the discussion on the draft Bromley Local Plan Review Direction of Travel (Regulation 18) consultation document. She initiated a section-by-section review of the document. In Section 3: Housing, she proposed a successful amendment to Point 5, suggesting the inclusion of robust criteria for conversions and backland development. She also voiced concerns about the conversion of bungalows, emphasizing their importance for elderly and accessibility needs. During the discussion of Section 8: Green Infrastructure, Open Space and Biodiversity, Councillor Michael raised concerns about developers increasingly citing 'very special circumstances' to justify Green Belt development and sought stronger wording in the Local Plan to deter this.

General Purposes and Licensing Committee - Thursday 22 May 2025 7.00 pm - 22 May 2025

In her capacity as Chairman of the Development Control Committee, Alexa Michael proposed specific amendments to the Local Planning Protocol during the General Purposes and Licensing Committee meeting on May 22, 2025. These proposals included the deletion of only the first sentence of Paragraph 8.1 in Section 8: Decision Making and Voting, which stated, ‘Councillors who have called in an application to committee should not move or second a motion on that application.’ Additionally, she suggested re-wording Paragraphs 6.3 in Section 6: Public and Visiting Councillor Speaking Procedure and 5.6 in Section 5: Late Representations to address the use of correspondence or photographs in supplementing speaker presentations. The Chairman, Councillor Alexa Michael, also indicated that the committee should first consider the motion that is proposed and seconded, and only proceed to the next motion if the initial one fails.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 19 May 2025 7.00 pm - 19 May 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on May 19, 2025. However, the available documents do not indicate that she spoke or took any specific action during the meeting.

Annual Meeting, Council - Wednesday 14 May 2025 6.30 pm - 14 May 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael raised a supplementary question to the Portfolio Holder for Transport, Highways and Road Safety regarding pavement maintenance around trees. She highlighted the issue of tree roots causing paving stones to become uneven and create trip hazards for pedestrians. She asked:

Will it be possible to ask our contractors to take a more pro-active approach to pavements around trees. Trees are lovely, we need them, but they do sometimes have the unfortunate effect of pushing up paving stones and people trip up on them. They can make the pavements very uneven, with big trip hazards. Is that something you could look into?

Special Meeting, General Purposes and Licensing Committee - Wednesday 14 May 2025 6.30 pm - 14 May 2025

Alexa Michael was present at the General Purposes and Licensing Committee meeting on May 14, 2025. However, the minutes do not indicate that she spoke or took any specific action during the meeting.

Special Meeting, Development Control Committee - Wednesday 14 May 2025 6.30 pm - 14 May 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Special Meeting of the Development Control Committee on May 14, 2025, and served as the Chairman of the committee. She is also a member of Plans Sub-Committee No. 1. No specific statements or actions were recorded for her in the minutes.

During April 2025, Councillor Alexa Michael was active in two council meetings. On April 7th, she voted against amendments to the 2025/26 Council Tax proposed by Councillors Simon Jeal and Chloe-Jane Ross, but voted in favor of the motion concerning the South East London Integrated Care Board contribution. As Chairman of the Development Control Committee on April 10th, she presided over the meeting and expressed concerns about inappropriate development on Metropolitan Open Land (MOL). She seconded a motion for refusal and subsequently moved for the application to be deferred. In her closing remarks, she thanked Greg Ullman and Paul Courtine for their work as they departed the Local Authority.

Meetings in April 2025

Adult Care and Health Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 29 April 2025 7.00 pm - 29 April 2025

There is no record of Alexa Michael speaking or acting in the provided documents for the Adult Care and Health Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on April 29, 2025. The reports pack does not mention her.

Development Control Committee - Thursday 10 April 2025 7.30 pm - 10 April 2025

As Chairman of the Development Control Committee, Councillor Alexa Michael presided over the meeting on 10 April 2025. In her closing remarks, she thanked Greg Ullman, Principal Lawyer, and Paul Courtine, Deputy Team Leader - Planning, Litigation, and Licensing, for their excellent work as they were leaving the Local Authority. Earlier in the meeting, Councillor Michael expressed concerns about inappropriate development on Metropolitan Open Land (MOL) and seconded a motion for refusal. Subsequently, she moved that the application be deferred to the Development Control Committee.

Council - Monday 7 April 2025 7.00 pm - 7 April 2025

During the Council meeting on April 7, 2025, Councillor Alexa Michael cast votes on several key issues. She voted against the amendments proposed by Councillor Simon Jeal and Councillor Chloe-Jane Ross concerning the 2025/26 Council Tax. Additionally, Councillor Michael voted in favor of the motion related to the South East London Integrated Care Board contribution.

During the March 6, 2025, Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 meeting, Councillor Alexa Michael expressed concerns regarding inappropriate development on Metropolitan Open Land (MOL). She initially seconded a motion to refuse planning application 23/04715/FULL1, but later moved to defer the application to the Development Control Committee, which was carried.

Meetings in March 2025

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 24 March 2025 7.00 pm - 24 March 2025

Alexa Michael was present at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on March 24, 2025. However, the available documents do not indicate that she spoke or took any specific action during the meeting.

Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 12 March 2025 7.00 pm - 12 March 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on March 12, 2025. However, the available documentation does not indicate that she spoke or took any specific action during the meeting.

Council - Monday 10 March 2025 7.00 pm - 10 March 2025

Based on the provided documents, there is no indication that Alexa Michael said or did anything during the Council meeting on March 10, 2025.

Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 - Thursday 6 March 2025 7.00 pm - 6 March 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael voiced concerns about inappropriate development on Metropolitan Open Land (MOL). She initially seconded a motion to refuse planning application 23/04715/FULL1. Subsequently, Councillor Michael moved to defer the application to the Development Control Committee, a motion which was carried.

As Chairman of the Development Control Committee, Alexa Michael participated in the February 13, 2025 meeting. She declared a membership with Mytime Active due to using The Spa Leisure Centre when Agenda Item 5 concerning parking near the Leisure Centre was discussed. She voiced support for the application, stating: > The Chairman observed that in her view, this was a good application which made efficient use of the available space and would deliver much needed social housing as well as sufficient car parking for The Spa Leisure Centre and other local amenities. She also inquired about the absence of a mandatory requirement for applicants to provide existing and proposed floor plans and elevations on the same drawing. Finally, she requested that the KPI commentary for Major Appeals Determined – Volumes include a reference to Member Engagement Sessions aimed at avoiding major applications.

Meetings in February 2025

Development Control Committee - Thursday 13 February 2025 7.30 pm - 13 February 2025

Alexa Michael served as the Chairman of the Development Control Committee. She was present at the meeting on 12 December 2024. Regarding Agenda Item 5 concerning parking near The Spa Leisure Centre, she declared her membership with Mytime Active, which includes using The Spa. She expressed a positive view of the application, stating:

The Chairman observed that in her view, this was a good application which made efficient use of the available space and would deliver much needed social housing as well as sufficient car parking for The Spa Leisure Centre and other local amenities.

She also inquired about the lack of mandatory requirement for applicants to provide existing and proposed floor plans and elevations on the same drawing:

The Chairman queried why a suggested local requirement for applicants to show existing and proposed floor plans and elevations on the same drawing had not been made compulsory.

Finally, she requested that the KPI commentary for Major Appeals Determined – Volumes include a reference to Member Engagement Sessions aimed at avoiding major applications.

There is no record of Alexa Michael saying or doing anything during the Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on January 29, 2025.

Meetings in January 2025

Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 29 January 2025 7.00 pm - 29 January 2025

There is no record of Alexa Michael saying or doing anything in the provided documents for the Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on 2025-01-29.

General Purposes and Licensing Committee - Tuesday 28 January 2025 7.00 pm - 28 January 2025

Alexa Michael was present at the General Purposes and Licensing Committee meeting on January 28, 2025. However, the available documents do not record any specific actions or statements made by her during the meeting.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 20 January 2025 7.00 pm - 20 January 2025

Alexa Michael was present at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on January 20, 2025. However, the available documents do not indicate that she spoke or took any specific action during the meeting.

Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 - Thursday 9 January 2025 7.00 pm - 9 January 2025

Councillor Alexa Michael called in application 24/02812/FULL6 regarding 18 Sylvan Way, West Wickham. Her objection, as stated in the minutes and reports pack, concerned the height of the proposed extension. She noted that the extension's size and height were problematic, particularly because it could be seen from the road or path. She objected to the height.

Throughout 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael demonstrated consistent engagement in council proceedings, particularly within planning and development committees. She held significant leadership roles, serving as Chairman of the Development Control Committee and the Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 for much of the year. Her contributions frequently centered on scrutinizing planning applications, advocating for resident concerns, and ensuring adherence to planning policies. Key themes in her activity include a focus on housing development, where she expressed concerns about quantity, height, bulk, massing, and the provision of family housing, often moving motions to refuse or defer applications. She also actively participated in discussions regarding the Local Planning Protocol and Scheme of Delegation, moving motions to approve changes. Michael consistently emphasized the importance of neighbor considerations, privacy, and outlook when evaluating development proposals. She also engaged with broader council matters, including budget discussions, pothole repairs, and social welfare initiatives like Pension Credit. Her voting record shows support for council tax and opposition to specific motions, while also backing amendments on other occasions. She was appointed to the School Place Planning Working Group and actively participated in meetings across at least nine months of the year.

Monthly Activity in 2024

During December 2024, Alexa Michael was active in two council meetings. As Chairman of the Development Control Committee, she provided input on the Council's response to proposed changes to the National Policy Planning Framework, emphasizing the robustness of the replies. She also voted in favor of an amendment to the Homes for Heroes motion. In a subsequent Development Control Committee meeting, she expressed a positive view on a housing application, noting its efficient use of space and contribution to social housing and local amenities. Additionally, she requested that future reporting on Major Appeals Determined include references to Member Engagement Sessions.

Meetings in December 2024

Development Control Committee - Thursday 12 December 2024 7.30 pm - 12 December 2024

As Chairman of the Development Control Committee, Councillor Alexa Michael expressed a positive view on an application, stating it was a good application which made efficient use of the available space and would deliver much needed social housing as well as sufficient car parking for The Spa Leisure Centre and other local amenities. She also requested that future reporting on the KPI for Major Appeals Determined – Volumes include a reference to Member Engagement Sessions, which were part of efforts to avoid major applications.

Council - Monday 9 December 2024 7.00 pm - 9 December 2024

As Chairman of the Development Control Committee, Alexa Michael provided input on the Council's response to proposed changes to the National Policy Planning Framework. She stated:

The initial officer replies to the questions were scrutinised by Cllr Bear as RR&H Portfolio Holder and by me as Development Control Committee Chairman and we provided our input to make sure that the replies were as forceful and robust as possible. All Councillors have now been circulated electronically with a full copy of the response. Just so that you are aware, this type of policy response is covered inthe Scheme of Delegation to Officers so would not have needed to come to committee.

Alexa Michael also voted in favor of an amendment to the Homes for Heroes motion.

During November 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael attended three council meetings. While present at the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee meeting on November 13th and the Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on November 21st, the available documentation does not indicate any specific statements or actions taken by her at those meetings. However, at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on November 25th, she voiced concerns regarding development on Green Belt land, stating a >presumption against such development and suggesting the proposals should not be advanced. She also advocated for the extension of the Keston Noise Sensitive Area (NSA) boundary, highlighting the ongoing campaign with Councillor Josh Coldspring-White, and called for additional noise monitors, further legal action against offending operators, Keston's representation on the BigginHill Airport Consultative Committee (BHACC), and a timeline for expanding the Keston NSA boundary and obtaining CAA agreement for Runway 03.

Meetings in November 2024

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 25 November 2024 7.00 pm - 25 November 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael spoke at the meeting in her capacity as a local ward councillor. She expressed dissatisfaction with proposals involving development on Green Belt land, stating a presumption against such development and suggesting the proposals should not be advanced at that time.

Along with Councillor Josh Coldspring-White, she highlighted the ongoing campaign to extend the Keston Noise Sensitive Area (NSA) boundary, noting its current incomplete coverage of Keston Village. While welcoming the helicopter code of conduct, she pointed out that the introduction of new operating hours in 2017 had led to numerous low-altitude overflights and contraventions. She advocated for additional noise monitors and further legal action against offending operators. She also emphasized Keston's lack of representation on the BigginHill Airport Consultative Committee (BHACC) and called for a timeline for expanding the Keston NSA boundary, securing Keston's representation on the BHACC, and obtaining CAA agreement for Runway 03.

Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 21 November 2024 7.00 pm - 21 November 2024

Alexa Michael is a Councillor and member of the CHILDREN, EDUCATION AND FAMILIES POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND SCRUTINY COMMITTEE. She was present at the meeting on 2024-11-21. The provided documents do not contain any direct quotes or specific actions attributed to Alexa Michael beyond her presence at the meeting. The Chairman led the discussion and questioning on various topics, including budget overspends, budget allocation for consultant activities, the phased intake of new special schools, the impact of services on service users, and the procurement of consultants for independent assessments.

Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 13 November 2024 7.00 pm - 13 November 2024

Alexa Michael was present at the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee meeting held on November 13, 2024. However, the available documentation does not indicate that she made any statements or took any specific actions during the meeting.

During October 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael was active in two council meetings. On October 3rd, as the Visiting Ward Member for Hayes and Coney Hall, she presented an oral objection to an application for a fertiliser storage lagoon adjacent to an electricity substation on Mickleham Way. While not objecting to the principle of Green Belt land use, she raised concerns about potential fire and explosive hazards, urging the committee to ascertain the types of fertilisers and consult the Fire Brigade. On October 14th, Councillor Michael proposed an amendment to a motion regarding unpaid benefits, highlighting that nearly 3,000 people in LB Bromley qualified for but had not claimed Pension Credit, representing an unclaimed £9 million. She also voted in favour of an amendment to the Homes for Heroes motion.

Meetings in October 2024

Council - Monday 14 October 2024 7.00 pm - 14 October 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael proposed an amendment to a motion concerning unpaid benefits, specifically highlighting that nearly 3,000 people in LB Bromley who qualify for Pension Credit have not claimed it, and that £9 million in Pension Credit was unclaimed in Bromley. She also voted in favour of an amendment to the Homes for Heroes motion.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 10 October 2024 7.00 pm - 10 October 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on October 10, 2024. However, the available documents do not indicate that she spoke or took any specific action during the meeting.

Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 - Thursday 3 October 2024 7.00 pm - 3 October 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael, as the Visiting Ward Member for Hayes and Coney Hall, presented an oral objection to application 10.5 concerning land adjacent to the Electricity Sub Station on Mickleham Way, Layhams Road, Keston. While acknowledging the application was for Prior Approval and the intended agricultural use of the fertiliser storage lagoon, meaning no objection in principle to the legitimate use of Green Belt land, she raised significant concerns. Councillor Michael highlighted the potential fire and explosive hazards of storing certain fertilisers near an electricity substation. She urged the committee members to be informed about the specific types of fertilisers to be stored, and whether the Fire Brigade had been consulted and what their response was.

During the September 5th, 2024 Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 meeting, Councillor Michael expressed concerns regarding application 10.6 at 52 Pickhurst Mead. While recognizing the proposal's compliance with side space policy and maintaining an acceptable gap to the neighboring property, she felt it would negatively impact neighboring amenities due to a perceived feeling of enclosure and loss of light. Councillor Michael emphasized the need for proportionate plans and a balanced decision, suggesting a deferral to allow the applicant to revise the extension's size.

Meetings in September 2024

General Purposes and Licensing Committee - Thursday 26 September 2024 7.00 pm - 26 September 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael was listed as a member of the General Purposes and Licensing Committee for the meeting on Thursday 26 September 2024. However, there is no record of her speaking or taking any action during this meeting.

Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 17 September 2024 7.00 pm - 17 September 2024

Alexa Michael was present at the Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on September 17, 2024. She is also a member of the School Place Planning Working Group, which was reconstituted for the 2024/25 municipal year. There is no indication that she spoke or took any specific action during the meeting.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 16 September 2024 7.00 pm - 16 September 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on September 16, 2024. She was also present at meetings held on July 8, 2024, and July 16, 2024. However, the available documents do not indicate that she made any specific statements or took any specific actions during any of these meetings.

Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 - Thursday 5 September 2024 7.00 pm - 5 September 2024

Councillor Michael expressed her views on application 10.6 (52 Pickhurst Mead, Hayes, Bromley BR2 7QR). While acknowledging that the proposal complied with side space policy and maintained an acceptable gap to the neighbouring property, she believed it would still negatively impact neighbouring amenities by creating a feeling of enclosure and loss of light. Councillor Michael stated that although she understood the applicant's need to extend, the plans needed to be proportionate and that a balanced decision was required. She suggested deferring the application to allow the applicant to consider a revised proposal that reduced the size of the extension.

During the August 8th Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 meeting, Councillor Alexa Michael provided an oral representation in support of application 23/02065/FULL1 regarding 40 Croydon Road, West Wickham. She stated that the plans were generally viewed as an improvement, highlighting the attractive canopy, increased parking, improved traffic/road safety, and the elimination of the forecourt being used as a cut-through. However, she also expressed concerns about the removal of six trees and >requested a condition for their replacement if possible.

Meetings in August 2024

Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 - Thursday 8 August 2024 7.00 pm - 8 August 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 meeting. She provided an oral representation in support of application 23/02065/FULL1 regarding 40 Croydon Road, West Wickham. She stated that the plans were generally viewed as an improvement, highlighting the attractive canopy, increased parking, improved traffic/road safety, and the elimination of the forecourt being used as a cut-through. However, she also expressed concerns about the removal of six trees and requested a condition for their replacement if possible.

During July 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael participated in two council meetings. In the Plans Sub-Committee meeting on July 11th, she discussed application 24/00512/FULL6, noting that while the design changes were positive and there were no issues with the design itself, the outstanding concern was the lack of Velux windows. She suggested that if approved, a condition should be added regarding the use of frosted glass for the dormer window. In the Licensing Sub-Committee meeting on July 18th, she questioned the necessity of the proposed late opening hours for a restaurant.

Meetings in July 2024

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 18 July 2024 2.00 pm - 18 July 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael questioned the necessity of the proposed late opening hours for the restaurant.

Special Meeting, Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 16 July 2024 7.00 pm - 16 July 2024

Alexa Michael was present as a member of the EXECUTIVE, RESOURCES AND CONTRACTS POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND SCRUTINY COMMITTEE at the Special Meeting held on July 16, 2024. However, the available documents (minutes and reports pack) do not record any specific statements or actions attributed to her during the meeting.

Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 - Thursday 11 July 2024 7.00 pm - 11 July 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael addressed the committee regarding application 24/00512/FULL6 at The Bungalow, Hayes Mead Road, Bromley. She confirmed that there were no issues with the design and that the applicant had made good changes since the previously refused application. She agreed that the properties were close together and it was disappointing that the applicant had not opted for Velux windows, as this remained the outstanding concern. She advised that if the application was approved, a condition should be added regarding the use of full or part-frosted glass for the dormer window.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 8 July 2024 7.00 pm - 8 July 2024

Alexa Michael was present at the Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on July 8, 2024. However, the available minutes do not record any specific statements or actions attributed to her during the meeting.

During June 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael actively participated in council meetings. As Chairman of the Development Control Committee on June 6th, she presided over the proceedings, summarized Agenda Item 5, and noted the carrying of a motion to refuse permission. She also signed minutes of previous meetings. In her capacity as Chairman, she had previously outlined voting procedures and proposed an amendment to the Local Planning Protocol regarding substitute members. Additionally, she had informed the committee about a reduction in Plans Sub-Committees due to a decrease in planning applications. On June 11th, Councillor Michael was appointed to the School Place Planning Working Group for the 2024/25 municipal year. There is no record of her activity in the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee meeting on June 20th.

Meetings in June 2024

Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee - Thursday 20 June 2024 7.00 pm - 20 June 2024

There is no record of Alexa Michael saying or doing anything in the provided documents for the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee meeting on 2024-06-20.

Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 - Thursday 13 June 2024 7.00 pm - 13 June 2024

Alexa Michael attended the Plans Sub-Committee No. 2 meeting on June 13, 2024, as a substitute for Councillor Onslow, who sent apologies.

Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 11 June 2024 7.00 pm - 11 June 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael was appointed to the School Place Planning Working Group for the 2024/25 municipal year. Apologies for lateness were also received from Councillor Michael for the meeting held on 20 March 2024.

Development Control Committee - Thursday 6 June 2024 7.30 pm - 6 June 2024

During the Development Control Committee meeting on June 6, 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael, in her capacity as Chairman, presided over the proceedings. She summarized Agenda Item 5, stating that a motion to refuse permission as recommended was proposed, seconded, and carried.

In previous meetings, as Chairman, Councillor Michael had outlined the process for voting on motions and had proposed an amendment to Paragraph 1A.2 of the Local Planning Protocol concerning substitute members. She also informed the committee about a reduction in the number of Plans Sub-Committees from four to two, effective from the 2024/25 municipal year, due to a decrease in planning applications.

Councillor Michael was also noted as being present and appointed as a member of Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 at the May 15, 2024 meeting. She signed the minutes of previous meetings on June 6, 2024.

During May 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael was actively involved in several council meetings. She chaired the Special Meeting of the Development Control Committee on May 15th and was appointed to the Plans Sub-Committee No. 1. On the same day, she moved a successful motion to approve changes to the Local Planning Protocol and Code of Conduct, and the Scheme of Delegation to Officers. In her role as Chairman of the Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 on May 16th, she read statements regarding planning applications and discussed application (24/00512/FULL6), noting design improvements but expressing concern about the applicant's decision not to use Velux windows. She recommended a condition for frosted glass if the application were approved. On May 20th, she seconded a motion supporting Option 3 – do nothing and return the capital receipts for the CRM Replacement Capital Project, which was carried.

Meetings in May 2024

General Purposes and Licensing Committee - Wednesday 29 May 2024 7.00 pm - 29 May 2024

Alexa Michael was present at the General Purposes and Licensing Committee meeting on May 29, 2024. She is listed as the Lead Member for London Councils for Planning/Infrastructure/Development. Previously, she requested that the Development Control Committee meeting on August 29, 2024, be moved to September 19, 2024.

Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Monday 20 May 2024 7.00 pm - 20 May 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael seconded the motion proposed by Councillor Julie Ireland to support Option 3 – do nothing and return the capital receipts – regarding the CRM Replacement Capital Project. This motion was subsequently carried by majority vote.

Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 - Thursday 16 May 2024 7.00 pm - 16 May 2024

In her capacity as Chairman, Councillor Alexa Michael read statements from Ward Member, Councillor Dr Gupta, concerning planning applications (23/04822/FULL6) and (23/04823/FULL6). Regarding planning application (24/00512/FULL6) for The Bungalow, Hayes Mead Road, Councillor Michael noted the design had no issues and that improvements had been made since a previous refusal. She acknowledged the proximity of the properties and expressed disappointment regarding the applicant's decision not to use Velux windows, which remained a concern. Councillor Michael recommended that if the application were approved, a condition should be imposed requiring the use of full or part-frosted glass for the dormer window.

Special Meeting, General Purposes and Licensing Committee - Wednesday 15 May 2024 6.30 pm - 15 May 2024

Alexa Michael was present at the General Purposes and Licensing Committee meeting on May 15, 2024. However, the minutes do not record her speaking or taking any specific actions during the meeting.

Special Meeting, Development Control Committee - Wednesday 15 May 2024 6.30 pm - 15 May 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Special Meeting of the Development Control Committee on May 15, 2024, serving as the Chairman of the committee. She was also appointed as a member of Plans Sub-Committee No. 1.

Annual Meeting, Council - Wednesday 15 May 2024 6.30 pm - 15 May 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael moved a motion to approve changes to the Local Planning Protocol and Code of Conduct and the Scheme of Delegation to Officers. This motion was seconded by Councillor Yvonne Bear and subsequently carried.

During the April 18, 2024, Plans Sub-Committee No. 3 meeting, Councillor Alexa Michael, serving as the Ward Councillor and Committee Member for Hayes & Coney Hall, discussed planning application (24/00512/FULL6). While acknowledging the application was improved and less bulky, she stressed the importance of considering neighbor concerns, particularly regarding privacy and outlook, referencing relevant planning policies. Councillor Michael suggested deferring the application to allow the applicant to explore alternatives like replacing the dormer window with velux windows or raising the sill area, rather than outright refusal.

Meetings in April 2024

Plans Sub-Committee No. 3 - Thursday 18 April 2024 7.00 pm - 18 April 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the meeting as the Ward Councillor and Committee Member for Hayes & Coney Hall. Regarding planning application (24/00512/FULL6) at The Bungalow, Hayes Mead Road, she acknowledged that it was an improved application, being more modest and with less bulk. However, she emphasized that the neighbour's concerns were understood and should be taken into account, referencing planning policy designed to protect privacy and outlook. While not wanting the application refused, Councillor Michael suggested that the Committee might consider deferring the application to allow the Applicant to explore replacing the dormer window with velux windows or raising the sill area.

During March 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael was active in four council meetings, primarily in her roles as Chairman of the Development Control Committee and Plans Sub-Committee No. 1. As Chairman of the Development Control Committee, she expressed significant concerns about a housing development on Ringers Road and Ethelbert Road, citing issues with the proposed quantity of housing, height, bulk, massing, and lack of family housing. She moved a motion to refuse the planning application, which was carried. She also inquired about the terms of reference for the Development Control Committee and Plans Sub-Committees regarding members' rights to call-in applications. In the Council meeting, she moved a motion to approve changes to the Local Planning Protocol and Scheme of Delegation, which was carried. She also questioned the allocation of funds for pothole repairs. In the Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee, she sent apologies for being late. In the Plans Sub-Committee No. 1, she read out statements from another councillor concerning specific planning applications and presided over the meeting as Chairman.

Meetings in March 2024

Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 - Thursday 21 March 2024 7.00 pm - 21 March 2024

During the Plans Sub-Committee No. 1 meeting on March 21, 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael, in her capacity as Chairman, read out statements from Cllr Dr Gupta concerning planning applications (23/04822/FULL6) and (23/04823/FULL6). She presided over the meeting as Chairman.

Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday 20 March 2024 7.00 pm - 20 March 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael sent apologies for being late to the Children, Education and Families Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee meeting on March 20, 2024. In a previous meeting on February 1, 2024, Councillor Michael seconded a motion proposed by the Chairman to defer a recommendation concerning the extension of full council tax relief for care leavers to the Full Council meeting on February 26, 2024. This motion was carried.

Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 19 March 2024 7.30 pm - 19 March 2024

Alexa Michael attended the Public Protection and Enforcement Policy Development & Scrutiny Committee meeting on March 19, 2024. However, the available minutes do not record any specific statements or actions attributed to her during the meeting.

Council - Monday 11 March 2024 7.00 pm - 11 March 2024

During the Council meeting on March 11, 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael moved a motion to approve changes to the Local Planning Protocol and Scheme of Delegation, which was subsequently carried. She also inquired about the allocation of £455,000 for pothole repairs from the Portfolio Holder for Transport, Highways and Road Safety. In a previous meeting (February 26, 2024), Councillor Michael voted against amendments concerning the 2024/25 Pay Award and Council Tax, but ultimately voted in favor of the motion to approve the Council Tax Resolution for 2024/25.

Development Control Committee - Tuesday 5 March 2024 7.30 pm - 5 March 2024

In her role as Chairman of the Development Control Committee, Councillor Alexa Michael opened the discussion on the Ringers Road and Ethelbert Road application. She expressed significant concerns about the proposed quantity of housing on a small site, stating that the height, bulk, and massing of the scheme did not fit with Ethelbert Road’s residential character. She was worried about approving poor quality accommodation and the lack of family housing, noting the site's topography and adjacency to the Bromley Town Centre Conservation Area.

Councillor Michael then moved a motion to refuse the planning application, citing the reasons in the report and addendum. After summing up the proposed motions, she put the refusal motion to a vote, which was carried.

Additionally, she queried the terms of reference for the Development Control Committee and Plans Sub-Committees, specifically asking if Members would retain the right to call-in planning applications in their wards.

Throughout the meeting, she presided over discussions, facilitated proceedings, and concluded the meeting.

During February 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael was present at the Plans Sub-Committee No. 3 meeting on February 22nd. In the Budget Meeting on February 26th, she seconded a motion to approve updated terms of reference for the Development Control Committee and Plans Sub-Committees. She voted against amendments proposed by Councillors Simon Jeal and Chloe-Jane Ross, and cast votes in favor of the 2024/25 Council Tax motion while voting against the Prostate Cancer motion.

Meetings in February 2024

Budget Meeting, Council - Monday 26 February 2024 7.00 pm - 26 February 2024

During the Budget Meeting on February 26, 2024, Councillor Alexa Michael seconded a motion to approve the updated terms of reference for the Development Control Committee and Plans Sub-Committees. She voted against amendments proposed by Councillor Simon Jeal and Councillor Chloe-Jane Ross. Councillor Michael voted in favor of the motion concerning the 2024/25 Council Tax but voted against the motion regarding Prostate Cancer.

Plans Sub-Committee No. 3 - Thursday 22 February 2024 7.00 pm - 22 February 2024

Councillor Alexa Michael was present as a member of the Plans Sub-Committee No. 3 for the meeting on 22 February 2024. No specific statements or actions were attributed to her in the provided minutes or reports pack.