Issue - meetings

To consider a report by Councillor Barbara Smith, Lead Member for Modernising and Performance (copy enclosed) updating Cabinet on the delivery of the Corporate plan 2012 – 17 at the end of quarter 2, 2014 – 15.

RESOLVED that Cabinet notes progress made in delivering the Corporate Plan.

In the absence of the Lead Member, Councillor Barbara Smith, the Leader presented the report updating Cabinet on the delivery of the Corporate Plan 2012 – 17 at the end of quarter 2 of 2014/15.  The report also included performance in relation to the Outcome Agreement and Project Register.

The Leader advised that the report was more favourable than the previous quarter, particularly in relation to the local economy and he highlighted a number of improvements.  Reference was made to the impact of the funding cuts and links between decision making around the budget process and the Corporate Plan.  He stressed the importance of continuing with the Council’s ambitions and priorities as detailed within the Corporate Plan.

Councillor Julian Thompson-Hill queried the likelihood of receiving full payment of the outcome agreement grant.  Officers referred to the negotiation of targets with Welsh Government in that regard and did not anticipate any loss of points which would affect the amount payable for 2014-15.  A final decision was expected in January on the outcome of performance for 2013-14.  Councillor David Smith highlighted his concerns regarding highway maintenance and whilst it was hoped that an acceptable standard would be maintained, it could not be guaranteed for future years given the financial situation and removal of LABGI (Local Authority Growth Business Incentive) funding.

RESOLVED that Cabinet notes progress made in delivering the Corporate Plan.