Housing Management Panel: East Area - 10 Jun 2026 6.00pm
Venue
Robert Lodge Meeting Room, Brighton & Hove, BN2 5FG
Contact officer
Marie Button
Agenda
Minutes
not published
Agenda
15 items · parsed from the minutes| Item | Title and summary | Outcome |
| 1 |
WELCOME, INTRODUCTION & APOLOGIES
The Chair welcomed attendees and apologies were received from Mikila Beck and Martin Reid.
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not stated |
| 2a |
SEASIDE HOMES TRUSTEE NOMINATION
Malebogo Koakae put themself forward for the trustee role and shared a personal statement. The panel agreed to nominate Malebogo Koakae for the role of Seaside Homes Trustee.
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approved |
| 3 |
MINUTES & ACTIONS OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
The panel discussed amendments and outstanding actions, including waste collection and food waste bins. Subject to the stated amendment, the minutes of the meeting held on 19 November 2025 were agreed as a correct record.
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approved |
| 4 |
CHAIRING ARRANGEMENTS - INFORMATION ABOUT CO-CHAIR ELECTIONS
The panel was advised that co-chair elections would take place at the June area panels and that onboarding arrangements would follow in July.
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noted |
| 5 |
REVIEW & APPROVE RESIDENTS QUESTIONS FROM RESIDENTS ONLY MEETINGS
The Chair confirmed that everyone had read the responses provided, and there were no further questions.
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noted |
| 6 |
BREAK
The meeting adjourned for a break.
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not stated |
| 7 |
PRIDE IN PLACE PROGRAMME
The panel discussed the programme's chair role, support available, its timetable, and the proposed composition and remit of the Neighbourhood Board. The chair and board were expected to be established in April.
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noted |
| 8 |
STAR RESULTS SURVEY
The survey results would be shared in the latest edition of Homing In. There were no questions or comments.
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noted |
| 9 |
TERMS OF REFERENCE UPDATE - DISCUSS / REMINDER OF PLAN
The panel discussed restarting work to update the terms of reference, including possible improvements to resident feedback and a 12-month review cycle. Changes were expected in the next area panel cycle.
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noted |
| 10 |
ALLOCATIONS / SENSITIVE LETS WORKSHOPS
A verbal update was provided on allocations and sensitive lets. The panel discussed wraparound support for people with complex needs, including new Tenancy Sustainment Teams, Neighbourhood Officers and community cohesion work.
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noted |
| 11 |
LPS UPDATES
The panel received an update on the paper going to Cabinet, consultation feedback, engagement, support and rehousing plans. The impact on Right to Buy and a proposed deposit grant for eligible tenants were also discussed.
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noted |
| 12 |
NEIGHBOURHOOD OFFICERS
Neighbourhood Officers explained their roles, estate inspections, casework and referral routes. The panel discussed improving communication with residents and introducing monthly reporting on actions taken.
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noted |
| 13 |
WASTE AMNESTY
The panel discussed the waste amnesty, fly-tipping cameras, data-led selection of pilot areas, garden clearing, fire safety hotspots and furniture recycling at Robert Lodge.
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noted |
| 14 |
REGULATORY JUDGEMENT
The panel was advised that there were no substantive updates, although progress continued against all areas identified by the regulator. Martin Reid was expected to provide a further update at a later date.
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noted |
| 15 |
AOB/POSITIVE COMMUNITY NEWS
The panel shared updates on activities at Robert Lodge, community groups, arts and crafts workshops, estate safety works, planting, local events and the EDB budget. The main EDB bids were due to be voted on 25 March.
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noted |
Decisions recorded here
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Key decisions
parsed from the minutes- The panel agreed to nominate Malebogo Koakae for the role of Seaside Homes Trustee.
- Subject to an amendment concerning the wording on tumble dryers and damp and mould, the minutes of the meeting held on 19 November 2025 were agreed as a correct record.