* RESOLVED –
1. That the proposal to not increase stall fees on the General, Flea and Farmer’s Markets from 1 April 2018, be approved.
2. That the proposal to reflect the decline in occupancy levels in the 2018/19 target income, be approved.
3. That the proposal to not increase the car boot sale fee held under licence by Chesterfield Football Club at the Proact Stadium, be approved.
4. That the proposal to not increase electricity and storage charges, and the publicity levy on the Open Market, be approved.
5. That the proposal to not offer a rent free holiday period to licenced traders in 2018/19, be approved.
REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATIONS
1. To continue to secure a viable open air market in Chesterfield.
2. To ensure that the Council continues to receive an acceptable return on a valuable town centre asset through supporting traders during this continued economic downturn.