Decision details

To consider the budgetary consequences of the motion on Peat Free Compost submitted by Councillor Banfield to the February Council meeting which, having been proposed and seconded, was immediately adjourned to the next ordinary Council meeting (July)

Resolved

(1)           That it be noted that the Landscape Maintenance Contractor uses no peat based products in any of the Grounds Maintenance activities.

(2)           That it be noted that in 2020 the floral & bedding plants are grown in 50% peat free compost.

(3)           That it be noted that the percentage of peat free compost used by the floral unit & bedding plant supplier will increase beyond 50% over the next few years and be fully peat free as soon as practicable & well before 2030.