Decisions

To consider the Council Tax Reduction Scheme 2020/21

Resolved

(1)            That the contents of the report and any financial implications for the Council be noted.

(2)            That, having given due consideration, the options for a Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2020-2021 be noted and Option 1 – A new banded income CTR scheme for those of working age - be recommended for a full consultation process to be undertaken.

(3)            That, having given due consideration, the following proposed level of Council Tax discounts and premiums for 2019-2020 be recommended to Full Council:

·       Retain the discount for second homes at zero.

·       Retain the discount for empty homes (unoccupied and substantially unfurnished) at 25% for 6 months and thereafter at zero.

·       Retain the discount for empty homes undergoing major repair at 25% for 12 months and thereafter at zero.

·       Retain the empty homes premium of an additional 100% for properties that have remained empty for more than 2 years. 

This report summarises the Council’s Performance, Risk and Finance monitoring position as at the end of each month

Resolved

(1)            That the monthly Performance, Risk and Finance Monitoring Report be noted.

To consider the findings and recommendations of the Overview & Scrutiny Committee car parking review working group

Resolved

(1)            That the work of the Overview & Scrutiny Committee in developing a Car Parking Strategy be noted.

(2)            That the development of a Car Parking Strategy be supported and the draft strategy and action plan be approved for public consultation.

(3)            That it be agreed to consider the proposed Car Parking Strategy & Car Parking Action Plan again later in the municipal year following consideration of comments from the public consultation.