Decision details

The Head of Environmental Services submitted a report on dry recyclables collection and disposal. It was noted that this issue had not been included in the Forward Plan for January to May and had been considered in accordance with the Special Urgency provisions of the constitution and would be reported to Council accordingly.

Resolved

That the recommendations as set out in the exempt minute be agreed.

Reasons – With the recent changes to the world economy have resulted in recent market changes in the recycling sector and possible financial and operational implications to the collection services arising from the severe reduction in values of recycled materials.