Issue - meetings

            Resolved

            That Council be recommended:

            That the following parameters for the preparation of the 2012/2013 budget be approved:

(i)         Proposals be brought forward for a 2.5% increase in Council tax (unless the Government provides additional specific grant to enable a nil increase);

(ii)        Increases in fees and charges to be 3.5% - 4.5% on a cost centre heading basis excluding VAT and only those charges officers recommend above or below this figure to be considered by the relevant policy committee;

(iii)       Efficiencies to be maximised;

(iv)       Options for service cuts to be provided. These proposals to be considered by the Resources Working Party and the Policy and Resources Committee.

The Corporate Director (s151) submitted a report (previously circulated) which formed the basis of preparation and planning for the 2012/2013 Council budget.

Councillor Mrs Knaggs moved and Councillor Mrs Goodrick seconded the officer recommendation in the report.  On being put to the vote, this motion was carried.

            Resolved

            That Council be recommended:

            That the following parameters for the preparation of the 2012/2013 budget be approved:

(i)         Proposals be brought forward for a 2.5% increase in Council tax (unless the Government provides additional specific grant to enable a nil increase);

(ii)        Increases in fees and charges to be 3.5% - 4.5% on a cost centre heading basis excluding VAT and only those charges officers recommend above or below this figure to be considered by the relevant policy committee;

(iii)       Efficiencies to be maximised;

(iv)       Options for service cuts to be provided. These proposals to be considered by the Resources Working Party and the Policy and Resources Committee.