Issue - meetings

The Bereavement Services Manager presented a report on matters relating to the operation of the Crematorium.

The report included information on the number of funerals during the July – September quarter, broken down into local authority area for 2015 against 2014, and on the total number of cremations and income received during the first two quarters of 2015 against 2014.

The report referred to the positive impact of the office refurbishment and new heating system and events held to improve links with the local community, including a candle-lit event and Christmas service of remembrance organised by Chesterfield SANDS and tours for staff from Ashgate Hospice.

A revised Crematorium Management Plan for 2015 – 2025 had been distributed to Members. The revised plan included a schedule of proposed projects based on ten-year condition surveys which had been undertaken, along with proposed actions in respect of management arrangements, customer care and maintenance.

RESOLVED –

(1)        That the report be noted.

(2)               That the 10 year management plan for Chesterfield Crematorium be approved.

REASON FOR DECISION

To ensure the ongoing quality, cost effectiveness and safe operation of the service.