Decisions

Pursuant to Standards and Audit Committee Minute No. 33 the Director of Finance and Resources submitted a report for Members to consider the Annual Treasury Management Report for 2017/18 and the Treasury Management activities for the first five months of 2018/19.

RESOLVED –

1.   That the outturn Prudential Indicators for 2017/18 be approved;

2.   That the treasury management stewardship report for 2017/18 be approved;

3.   That the treasury management position for the first five months of 2018/19 be noted.

*RESOLVED –

That the proposals to revise the fees and charges for trade waste and outdoor recreation services for 2019/20, as detailed in Appendix 1 of the officer’s report, be approved and implemented from 1 April, 2019.

REASON FOR DECISION

To comply with the Council’s budget strategy.

*RESOLVED –

1.   That from 1 April 2019:

                     i.        there will be no increase in stall fees on the general, flea and farmers markets;

                    ii.        there will be no increase in the fees for the car boot sale held under licence by Chesterfield Football Club at the Proact Football Stadium;

                   iii.        there will be no increase in electricity and storage charges, or the publicity levy, on the open market.

2.   That the Market Manager be granted authority to negotiate stall fees outside the set fees, to support new traders and existing traders that are struggling to continue, and larger traders occupying multiple stalls.

3.   That there will be no rent free holiday period offered to licensed traders for 2019/20.

4.   That an in-year review of the operating costs be undertaken, particularly in relation to the cleaning arrangements with Veolia.

5.   That a 3% increase in stall fees for 2020/21 be considered.

REASONS FOR DECISIONS

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.

*RESOLVED –

1.   That the proposals to revise the fees and charges for Environmental Health services including concessionary rates where applicable for 2019/20, as detailed in Appendix A of the officer’s report, be approved and implemented from 1 April, 2019.

2.   That the Senior Environmental Health Officer be granted discretion to offer reduced charges for the micro-chipping of dogs at promotional events and during campaigns.

3.   That the Senior Environmental Health Officer be granted discretion to offer an alternative enforcement option for fly-tipping offences, where appropriate, instead of issuing a fixed penalty notice.

REASON FOR DECISIONS

To set the fees and charges for Environmental Health services for 2019/20.

*RESOLVED –

1.   That the proposals to revise the theatre hire charges for the Pomegranate Theatre for 2019/20, as detailed at Appendix A of the officer’s report, be approved and implemented from 1 April 2019.

2.   That the proposals to revise the room hire charges for the Winding Wheel for 2019/20, as detailed at Appendix B of the officer’s report, be approved and implemented from 1 April 2019.

3.   That the proposals to revise the equipment hire charges at the Winding Wheel for 2019/20, as detailed at Appendix B of the officer’s report, be approved and implemented from 1 April 2019.

4.   That the proposals to revise the theatre hire charges for the Winding Wheel for professional companies and commercial use for 2019/20, as detailed at Appendix C of the officer’s report, be approved and implemented from 1 April 2019.

5.   That the proposals to revise the room hire charges at the Assembly Rooms in the Market Hall for 2019/20, as detailed at Appendix D of the officer’s report, be approved and implemented from 1 April 2019.

6.   That the proposals to revise the room hire charges at Hasland Village Hall for 2019/20, as detailed at Appendix E of the officer’s report, be approved and implemented from 1 April 2019.

REASON FOR DECISIONS

To make further progress towards a sustainable financial position for the venues.

*RESOLVED –

1.   That the proposed changes to the Corporate Anti-Social Behaviour Policy and Housing Services Anti-Social Behaviour Policy be approved.

2.   That the Assistant Director – Housing and Assistant Director – Health and Wellbeing be granted authority to consult with stakeholders regarding the proposed changes.

3.   That a further report be brought to Cabinet by January 2019, following the completion of the consultation process.

REASON FOR DECISIONS

To take account of developments in anti-social behaviour characteristics, legislation and national and local priorities.

*RESOLVED –

That the proposals to revise the fees and charges for the cemeteries service for 2019/20, as detailed in Appendix A to the officer’s report, be approved and implemented from 1 April, 2019.

REASONS FOR DECISION

1.   There had been a decline in burial numbers over recent years which coincided with above average fee increases. It was expected that by applying an average increase, burial numbers will be consolidated.

2.   To generate income to contribute to the costs of providing and maintaining a burial service.

*RESOLVED –

1.   That the actions undertaken in the last 12 months in respect of delivering the Housing Fire Management Policy be supported and noted.

2.   That a further annual report be submitted to Cabinet by November 2019.

REASON FOR DECISIONS

1.   To meet the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

2.   To meet our requirements as a social landlord

3.   To ensure the continued safety of residents living within Chesterfield Borough Council’s Housing Portfolio.

*RESOLVED –

1.   That the Annual Report to Tenants for 2017/18 be approved.

2.   That the Annual Report be published on the council’s website and be issued to all tenants and households in the Borough through ‘Our Homes’ within ‘Your Chesterfield’.

REASON FOR DECISIONS

To comply with regulatory requirements.

*RESOLVED –

1.   That the proposed amendment to the approvals process set out within the current Adaptations Policy and Procedure 2017 – 2020 be agreed and adopted.

2.   That a further review of the Adaptations Policy and Procedure 2017 – 2020 be carried out in December 2019.

REASON FOR DECISIONS

To contribute to the council’s priorities: to improve the quality of life for local people and to deliver value for money services.

1.   That the lease of land at Station Road/Spa Lane on the terms set out in the officer’s report be granted.

2.   That the Property, Procurement and Contracts Law Manager be granted delegated authority to agree late amendments to the terms of the lease.