Forward Plan
What is the Forward Plan?
The Forward Plan lists the key decisions likely to be taken by the Cabinet and Council. The plan is updated monthly and is prepared on a rolling monthly basis to cover a period of approximately 4 months. It also identifies who, if anyone, will be consulted before the decision is taken.
What is in the Forward Plan?
Where the key decision to be taken by the Executive that decision must not be made until the document has been published which describes the following:
- the matter in respect of which a decision is to be made;
- where the decision maker is an individual, his/her name and title, if any and where the decision maker is a body its name and details of membership;
- the date on which, or the period within which, the decision will be taken;
- A list of documents that will be made available to the decision maker for consideration in relation to the matter in respect of which the key decision is to be made
- the procedure for requesting details of those documents if any as they become available
What is a key decision?
A key decision is one which:
- involves expenditure or savings of £50,000 or more, and/or
- is likely to be significant in terms of its effects on communities in two or more wards or electoral divisions, or one large ward or electoral division.
A key decision may not be taken unless:
- a document had been published on the matter in question at least 28 clear days before a key decision is made
- the document is made available for inspection by the public at the offices of the local authority and/or on the local authority's website; and
- where the decision is to be taken at a meeting of the Executive, appropriate notice of the meeting has been given in accordance with Legislative requirements
Exempt Cabinet Reports
Local authorities are required to specify 28 clear days in advance of a Cabinet meeting, reports that are likely to contain exempt information and result in the public and press being asked to leave the meeting for the consideration of that item or part of that item.
The law specifies the grounds upon which local authorities can exclude the press and public but these tend to be on matters about a person, information that would reveal their identity, contract matters that could reveal commercially sensitive information, consultations or negotiations relating to make relations, or information in connection with or preventing and detecting crime. The full list of exempt categories ease set out below.
- Information relating to any individual
- Information which is likely to reveal the identity of an individual
- Information related to the financial or business affairs of a particular person (including the authority holding that information)
- Information relating to any consultations or negotiations, in connection with any Labour relations matters arising between the authority or a Minister of the Crown and employees of all officeholders under the authority
- Information in respect of which a claim to legal professional privilege could be maintained in legal proceedings
- Information which reveals that the authority proposes to give under any enactment a notice under or by virtue of which requirements are imposed on a person; or to make an order or direction under any enactment
- Information relating to any action taken or to be taken in connection with the prevention, investigation or prosecution of crime
Information falling within the above categories is exempt information if and so long as in all the circumstances of the case, the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information.
Any reports that are likely to fit into the above categories are listed at the end of this document. The list will specify the paragraph that will require the press and public to be excluded where relevant. Each report refers to the date on which it is expected to be considered by the Cabinet. It will be made clear where the date is not known.
If you wish to make representations in relation to parts of the meeting being held in private you can contact Democratic Services on 01562 732763 or email committee.section@wyreforestdc.gov.uk. At least five clear days before the meeting the Council will publish on its website details of any representations received about why the meeting should be open to the public and the statements of the Council’s response.
How to make representations or obtain relevant documents
Should you wish to make representations on any other of the issues contained in the Forward Plan please contact the Lead Officer whose contact details are specified against each item or Democratic Services on 01562 732763 or email committee.section@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Can I see the Forward Plan and get a copy of it?
The Forward Plan is available for inspection, free of charge, from our offices. Alternatively, you can download a copy of the forward plan below. If you would like an earlier copy of the plan please contact the Democratic Services Office. You can also see and have a copy of any supporting document, referred to in the plan, (provided it does not contain exempt/confidential information) and you can ask to be kept informed of any more supporting documents as they become available.
September 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
1. Cabinet 2. Council | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance |
Corporate plan, 2019-2023 |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments |
A North Worcestershire Economic Strategy |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Housing, Health, Well-being and Democratic Services |
Homelessness Strategy |
1. Scrutiny 2. Council | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance |
Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment Strategy Backward Look 2018/19 |
1. Cabinet | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance |
Budget Monitoring First Quarter 2019-20 |
September 2019 continued | ||
1. Cabinet 2. Council | Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Community Protection |
Worcestershire Regulatory Services Enforcement Policy |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments |
Business Improvement District Funding |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Community Protection |
Wyre Forest District Local Lottery Proposal |
October 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
November 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
1. Cabinet | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance |
Write-off of Amounts Outstanding Report |
December 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
1. Scrutiny 2. Council | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance |
Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment Strategy Mid Year Report 2019/20 |
1. Cabinet | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance |
Financial Strategy 2020-2023 |
1. Council | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance |
Independent Remuneration Panel (IRP) |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Corporate plan, 2019-2023
The Decision needed To adopt a new corporate plan to cover the life of the Council elected in May 2019
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council May 2019 - report about process; September 2019 - adoption of plan | Consultation Consultation with councillors, stakeholders, businesses and public, summer 2019
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Once adopted, the plan will cover the period to 2023 (the next whole council elections)
Spending/Saving Not expected to include any specific financial implications
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment Not yet | Contact details Name of Officer: Ian Miller Job Title: Chief Executive Tel No: 01562 732700 Email: ian.miller@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? N/A
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Affects multiple Wards, or one large Ward |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title A North Worcestershire Economic Strategy
The Decision needed To agree the strategy
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Upon agreement
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment | Contact details Name of Officer: Ostap Paparega Job Title: Head of NWEDR Tel No: 01562 732192 Email:
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Housing, Health, Well-being and Democratic Services | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Homelessness Strategy
The Decision needed To agree the strategy
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation It will be subject to external consultation
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Upon agreement
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support clean, green and safe communities
Equality Impact Assessment | Contact details Name of Officer: Kate Bailey Job Title: Head of Strategic Growth Tel No: 01562 732560 Email: kate.bailey@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment StrategyBackward Look 2018/19
The Decision needed Note the Treasury Management Strategy Backward Look 2018/19 and Recommend it to Council
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Treasury Management Review Panel – 2nd September 2019 Overview and Scrutiny Committee – 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet N/A
All dates for consideration by Council 25th September 2019 | Consultation Treasury Management Review Panel, CLT, Link (external consultants
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation After Council if appropriate
Spending/Saving N/A
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment N/A | Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents None
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Budget Monitoring First Quarter 2019-20
The Decision needed Note projected variances and comments in report
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation CLT / Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation
Spending/Saving Dependent on reported position - linked to MTFP
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment N/A | Contact details Name of Officer: Helen Ogram Job Title: Financial Services Manager Tel No: 01562 732907 Email: helen.ogram@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents N/A
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000 |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Community Protection | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Worcestershire Regulatory Services Enforcement Policy
The Decision needed To adopt the WRS Enforcement Policy
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council 25th September 2019 | Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation At adoption
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support clean green and safer communities
Equality Impact Assessment | Contact details Name of Officer: Simon Wilkes Job Title: Head of Worcestershire Regulatory Services Tel No: 01562 745516 Email: Simon.Wilkes@worcsregservices.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Business Improvement District Funding
The Decision needed To agree bridging funding to support the early development of the BID
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected
Timetable for implementation Upon agreement
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment | Contact details Name of Officer: Mike Parker Job Title: Corporate Director: Economic Prosperity and Place Tel No: 01562 732500 Email: mike.parker@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan?
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information?
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Community Protection | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Wyre Forest District Local Lottery Proposal
The Decision needed To consider whether to progress with establishing a local lottery for Wyre Forest
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation tbc
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Not before April 2020
Spending/Saving Potential to save WFDC funding for discretionary projects, activities and good causes
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment Has an Equality Impact Assessment been undertaken, and if so, what were the implications? No | Contact details Name of Officer: Linda Draycott Job Title: Corporate Director: Community, Well Being and Environment Tel No: 01562 732900 Email: linda.draycott@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Affects multiple Wards, or one large Ward |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Write-off of Amounts Outstanding Report
The Decision needed To agree the write-off of outstanding debts
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 12th November 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation CLT / Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected
Timetable for implementation
Spending/Saving Revenue Implications
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Delivering together, with less
Equality Impact Assessment N/A | Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment Strategy Mid Year Report 2019/20
The Decision needed Note the Treasury Management Strategy Mid Year Report 2019/20 and Recommend it to Council
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Treasury Management Review Panel – 4th November 2019 Overview and Scrutiny Committee – 7th November 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet N/A
All dates for consideration by Council 11th December 2019 | Consultation Treasury Management Review Panel, CLT, Link (external consultants)
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation After Council if appropriate
Spending/Saving N/A
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment N/A | Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents None
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Financial Strategy 2020-2023
The Decision needed Endorse and recommend the updated Medium Term Finance Strategy including Cabinet Proposals, the level of net expenditure and council tax and Fees and Charges Options
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Strategic Review Panels in November 2019, December 2019 and January 2020 Fees and charges also Overview & Scrutiny Committee - either November or December 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 17th December 2019 and 11th February 2020
All dates for consideration by Council 26th February 2020 | Consultation Public Consulation during the Autumn after Corporate Plan consultation, Strategic Review Panel, Overview and Scrutiny (fees and charges) and CLT/Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Final Approval by 26th February 2020
Spending/Saving Capital and revenue impact of overall MTFP
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Securing the economic prosperity of the District
Equality Impact Assessment N/A | Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents Corporate Plan Consultation results and Financial Strategy report and multiple appendices (booklet for members, published on website)
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000 |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Independent Remuneration Panel (IRP)
The Decision needed To receive the recommendations from the IRP on any amendments to the Members’ Allowances Scheme for the 2019-2020 municipal year
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Group Leaders – 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet N/A
All dates for consideration by Council 11th December 2019 | Consultation Group Leaders Corporate Leadership Team
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment It was not considered to have a disproportionate impact on any target area and therefore no full equality impact assessment is required. | Contact details Name of Officer: Caroline Newlands Job Title: Solicitor to the Council Tel No: 01562 732715 Email: caroline.newlands@wyreforestdc.gov. uk
Supporting public documents Report to Council – 22nd May 2019
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision |
August 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
September 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
1. Cabinet 2. Council | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance | |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments | |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Housing, Health, Well-being and Democratic Services | |
September 2019 continued | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
1. Scrutiny 2. Council | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance | Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment Strategy Backward Look 2018/19 |
October 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
November 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
1. Cabinet | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance | Write-off of Amounts Outstanding Report
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Corporate plan, 2019-2023
The Decision needed To adopt a new corporate plan to cover the life of the Council elected in May 2019
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council May 2019 - report about process; September 2019 - adoption of plan | Consultation Consultation with councillors, stakeholders, businesses and public, summer 2019
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Once adopted, the plan will cover the period to 2023 (the next whole council elections)
Spending/Saving Not expected to include any specific financial implications
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment Not yet
| Contact details Name of Officer: Ian Miller Job Title: Chief Executive Tel No: 01562 732700 Email: ian.miller@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? N/A
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Affects multiple Wards, or one large Ward |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title A North Worcestershire Economic Strategy
The Decision needed To agree the strategy
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Upon agreement
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Ostap Paparega Job Title: Head of NWEDR Tel No: 01562 732192 Email: ostap.paparega@nwedr.org.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Housing, Health, Well-being and Democratic Services | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Homelessness Strategy
The Decision needed To agree the strategy
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation It will be subject to external consultation
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Upon agreement
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support clean, green and safe communities
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Kate Bailey Job Title: Head of Strategic Growth Tel No: 01562 732560 Email: kate.bailey@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment StrategyBackward Look 2018/19
The Decision needed Note the Treasury Management Strategy Backward Look 2018/19 and Recommend it to Council
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Treasury Management Review Panel – 2nd September 2019 Overview and Scrutiny Committee – 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet N/A
All dates for consideration by Council 25th September 2019
| Consultation Treasury Management Review Panel, CLT, Link (external consultants
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation After Council if appropriate
Spending/Saving N/A
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment N/A | Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents None
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Write-off of Amounts Outstanding Report
The Decision needed To agree the write-off of outstanding debts
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 12th November 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation CLT / Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected
Timetable for implementation
Spending/Saving Revenue Implications
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Delivering together, with less
Equality Impact Assessment N/A | Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision
|
July 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance | |
1. Cabinet | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance | |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments | |
August 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
September 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
1. Cabinet 2. Council | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance | |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments | |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Housing, Health, Well-being and Democratic Services | |
1. Scrutiny 2. Council | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance | Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment Strategy Backward Look 2018/19 |
October 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Asset Management Strategy
The Decision needed To agree the Strategy
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 4th July 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 16th July 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Upon agreement
Spending/Saving Capital & Revenue
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Mike Parker Job Title: Corporate Director: Economic Prosperity & Place Tel No: 01562 732500 Email: mike.parker@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents Capital Strategy, Capital Portfolio Fund
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan?
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Write-off of Amounts Outstanding Report
The Decision needed To agree the write-off of outstanding debts
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 16th July 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation CLT/Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected
Timetable for implementation
Spending/Saving Revenue Implications
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Delivering together, with less
Equality Impact Assessment N/A | Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Local Plan Pre Submission Consultation
The Decision needed To agree the consultation
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 4th July 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 16th July 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation This will be for public consultation
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation September to October 2019
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support clean, green and safe communities
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Kate Bailey Job Title: Head of Strategic Growth Tel No: 01562 732560 Email: kate.bailey@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Corporate plan, 2019-2023
The Decision needed To adopt a new corporate plan to cover the life of the Council elected in May 2019
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council May 2019 - report about process; September 2019 - adoption of plan | Consultation Consultation with councillors, stakeholders, businesses and public, summer 2019
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Once adopted, the plan will cover the period to 2023 (the next whole council elections)
Spending/Saving Not expected to include any specific financial implications
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment Not yet
| Contact details Name of Officer: Ian Miller Job Title: Chief Executive Tel No: 01562 732700 Email: ian.miller@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? N/A
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Affects multiple Wards, or one large Ward |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title A North Worcestershire Economic Strategy
The Decision needed To agree the strategy
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Upon agreement
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Ostap Paparega Job Title: Head of NWEDR Tel No: 01562 732192 Email: ostap.paparega@nwedr.org.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Housing, Health, Well-being and Democratic Services | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Homelessness Strategy
The Decision needed To agree the strategy
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation It will be subject to external consultation
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Upon agreement
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support clean, green and safe communities
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Kate Bailey Job Title: Head of Strategic Growth Tel No: 01562 732560 Email: kate.bailey@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy & Finance | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Annual Investment StrategyBackward Look 2018/19
The Decision needed Note the Treasury Management Strategy Backward Look 2018/19 and Recommend it to Council
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Treasury Management Review Panel – 2nd September 2019 Overview and Scrutiny Committee – 5th September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet N/A
All dates for consideration by Council 25th September 2019
| Consultation Treasury Management Review Panel, CLT, Link (external consultants
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation After Council if appropriate
Spending/Saving N/A
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment N/A | Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents None
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision
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June 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
July 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Resources | Asset Management Strategy |
August 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
September 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
1. Cabinet 2. Council | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy |
Corporate plan, 2019-2023 |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Planning and Economic Regeneration |
A North Worcestershire Economic Strategy |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Asset Management Strategy
The Decision needed To agree the Strategy
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 4th July 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 16th July 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Upon agreement
Spending/Saving Capital & Revenue
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment | Contact details Name of Officer: Mike Parker Job Title: Corporate Director: Economic Prosperity & Place Tel No: 01562 732500 Email: mike.parker@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents Capital Strategy, Capital Portfolio Fund
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan?
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000 |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title Corporate plan, 2019-2023
The Decision needed To adopt a new corporate plan to cover the life of the Council elected in May 2019
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council May 2019 - report about process; September 2019 - adoption of plan | Consultation Consultation with councillors, stakeholders, businesses and public, summer 2019
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Once adopted, the plan will cover the period to 2023 (the next whole council elections)
Spending/Saving Not expected to include any specific financial implications
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment Not yet | Contact details Name of Officer: Ian Miller Job Title: Chief Executive Tel No: 01562 732700 Email: ian.miller@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? N/A
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Affects multiple Wards, or one large Ward |
Responsible Cabinet Member: Economic Regeneration and Planning | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision | Additional details |
Title A North Worcestershire Economic Strategy
The Decision needed To agree the strategy
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee September 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Upon agreement
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment | Contact details Name of Officer: Ostap Paparega Job Title: Head of NWEDR Tel No: 01562 732192 Email:
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision |
May 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
Council | Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy | |
June 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
July 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
August 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
Responsible Cabinet Member: Leader of the Council and Strategy | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Corporate plan, 2019-2023
The Decision needed To adopt a new corporate plan to cover the life of the Council elected in May 2019
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet September 2019
All dates for consideration by Council May 2019 - report about process; September 2019 - adoption of plan | Consultation Consultation with councillors, stakeholders, businesses and public, summer 2019
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Once adopted, the plan will cover the period to 2023 (the next whole council elections)
Spending/Saving Not expected to include any specific financial implications
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment Not yet
| Contact details Name of Officer: Ian Miller Job Title: Chief Executive Tel No: 01562 732700 Email: ian.miller@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? N/A
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Affects multiple Wards, or one large Ward |
April 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
May 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
June 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
July 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee |
Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
March 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Housing, Health and Well-being | |
1. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Resources | Budget Monitoring 2018-19 (Quarter 3) |
1. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Resources | Dedication of land for highway purposes at Churchfields & Clensmore Street |
April 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
May 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
June 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
Responsible Cabinet Member: Housing, Health and Well-being | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Re-Commissioning the Home Improvement Agency
The Decision needed To agree the process for re-commissioning the HIA
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 7th March 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 26th March 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation TBC Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support clean green and safe communities
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Kate Bailey Job Title: Head of Strategic Growth Tel No: 01562 732560 Email: kate.bailey@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information?
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? Whole
Reason if key decision
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Budget Monitoring 2018-19
The Decision needed Note projected variances and comments in report
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 19th September 2018 – Quarter 1 26th March 2019 – Quarter 3
* Quarter 2 Budget report is included as part of the MTFS
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation CLT / Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation N/A
Spending/Saving Dependent on reported position - linked to MTFP
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Helen Ogram Job Title: Financial Services Manager Tel No: 01562 732907 Email: helen.ogram@wryreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents N/A
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? Yes – February to March 2019
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Dedication of land for highway purposes at Churchfields & Clensmore Street
The Decision needed To agree to dedicate land for highway purposes
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 26th March 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected Broadwaters
Timetable for implementation July 2019
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Mike Parker Job Title: Corporate Director: Economic Prosperity and Place Tel No: 01562 732500 Email: mike.parker@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan?
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision
|
February 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
1. Cabinet 2. Council | Cabinet Member for Resources | |
1. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Resources | Budget Monitoring 2018-19 (Quarter 3) |
1. Scrutiny 2. Council | Cabinet Member for Resources
| |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration and Planning | Lion Fields Parcel 4 - Delivery Options
|
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Housing, Health and Well-being | |
1. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Community Protection | Transfer of operational responsibility and surrender of lease for Kidderminster Town Hall
|
March 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
April 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
May 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Financial Strategy 2019-2022
The Decision needed Endorese and recommend the updated Medium Term Finance Strategy including Cabinet Proposals, the level of net expenditure and council tax and Fees and Charges Options
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Cabinet Financial Strategy Advisory Panel: 6th November 2018, 8th January 2019 & 28th January 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th December 2018 12th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Council 27th February 2019 | Consultation Public Consulation during Dec/Jan 2019/Budget Consultation, Cabinet Financial Strategy Advisory Panel, CLT/Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Final Approval by 27th February 2019
Spending/Saving Capital and revenue impact of overall MTFP
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Securing the Economic Prosperity of the District
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents Consultation results and Financial Strategy report and multiple appendices (booklet for members, publised on website)
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Budget Monitoring 2018-19
The Decision needed Note projected variances and comments in report
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 19th September 2018 – Quarter 1 12th February 2019 – Quarter 3
* Quarter 2 Budget report is included as part of the MTFS
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation CLT / Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation N/A
Spending/Saving Dependent on reported position - linked to MTFP
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Helen Ogram Job Title: Financial Services Manager Tel No: 01562 732907 Email: helen.ogram@wryreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents N/A
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Treasury Management Service Strategy 2019-20
The Decision needed Requirement that Council approves new Treasury Management Service Strategy for 2019-20 so recommendation to Council for approval on 27th February 2019.
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Recommendations from Overview & Scrutiny Comittee on 7th February 2019 to Council 27th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet N/A
All dates for consideration by Council 27th February 2019
| Consultation Associated capital and revenue implications of new TMSS included in MTFS and Capital Strategy
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Effective from 1st April 2019
Spending/Saving Capital and revenue implications >£50k
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents Current Capital Strategy appoved May 2018 Council
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Economic Regeneration and Planning | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Lion Fields Parcel 4 - Delivery Options
The Decision needed To agree the preferred option for redevelopment
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 7th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 12th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected
Timetable for implementation
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Mike Parker Job Title: Corporate Director: EP&P Tel No: 01562 732500 Email: mike.parker@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? Yes – December 2018 to March 2019
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? Yes
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? Whole
Reason if key decision
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Housing, Health and Well-being | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Housing Allocations Policy
The Decision needed To agree the updated policy
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 7th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 12th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Upon agreeing
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Kate Bailey Job Title: Head of Strategic Growth Tel No: 01562 732560 Email: kate.bailey@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information?
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? Whole
Reason if key decision
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Culture, Leisure and Community Protection | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Transfer of operational responsibility and surrender of lease for Kidderminster Town Hall
The Decision needed To transfer the management of Kidderminster town hall to the KTC from 1st April 2019.
To surrender the Council’s Lease of Kidderminster Town Hall (KTH) to Kidderminster Town Council (KTC).
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 12th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation Negotiation with Kidderminster Town Council
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All Kidderminster wards and all wards
Timetable for implementation 1st April 2019
Spending/Saving Revenue savings over 5 years as detailed in the report
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment N/A | Contact details Name of Officer: Linda Draycott Job Title: Corporate Director: Community Well-being and Environment Tel No: 01562 732900 Email: linda.draycott@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents N/A
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information?
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Expenditure or saving greater than £50,000
|
January 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
February 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
1. Cabinet 2. Council | Cabinet Member for Resources | |
1. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Resources | Budget Monitoring 2018-19 (Quarter 3) |
1. Scrutiny 2. Council | Cabinet Member for Resources
| |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration and Planning | Lion Fields Parcel 4 - Delivery Options
|
March 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
April 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Financial Strategy 2019-2022
The Decision needed Endorese and recommend the updated Medium Term Finance Strategy including Cabinet Proposals, the level of net expenditure and council tax and Fees and Charges Options
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Cabinet Financial Strategy Advisory Panel: 6th November 2018, 8th January 2019 & 28th January 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th December 2018 12th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Council 27th February 2019 | Consultation Public Consulation during Dec/Jan 2019/Budget Consultation, Cabinet Financial Strategy Advisory Panel, CLT/Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Final Approval by 27th February 2019
Spending/Saving Capital and revenue impact of overall MTFP
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Securing the Economic Prosperity of the District
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents Consultation results and Financial Strategy report and multiple appendices (booklet for members, publised on website)
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Budget Monitoring 2018-19
The Decision needed Note projected variances and comments in report
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 19th September 2018 – Quarter 1 12th February 2019 – Quarter 3
* Quarter 2 Budget report is included as part of the MTFS
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation CLT / Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation N/A
Spending/Saving Dependent on reported position - linked to MTFP
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Helen Ogram Job Title: Financial Services Manager Tel No: 01562 732907 Email: helen.ogram@wryreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents N/A
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
|
Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Treasury Management Service Strategy 2019-20
The Decision needed Requirement that Council approves new Treasury Management Service Strategy for 2019-20 so recommendation to Council for approval on 27th February 2019.
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Recommendations from Overview & Scrutiny Comittee on 7th February 2019 to Council 27th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet N/A
All dates for consideration by Council 27th February 2019
| Consultation Associated capital and revenue implications of new TMSS included in MTFS and Capital Strategy
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Effective from 1st April 2019
Spending/Saving Capital and revenue implications >£50k
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents Current Capital Strategy appoved May 2018 Council
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
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Responsible Cabinet Member: Economic Regeneration and Planning | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Lion Fields Parcel 4 - Delivery Options
The Decision needed To agree the preferred option for redevelopment
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 7th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 12th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected
Timetable for implementation
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Mike Parker Job Title: Corporate Director: EP&P Tel No: 01562 732500 Email: mike.parker@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? Yes – December 2018 to March 2019
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? Yes
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? Whole
Reason if key decision
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December 2018 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
1. Council | Cabinet Member for Resources
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1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Resources
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1. Cabinet
| Cabinet Member for Resources
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1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration and Planning | Lion Fields Parcel 4 - Delivery Options
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1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration and Planning | North Worcestershire Economic Development & Regeneration Service
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1. Cabinet
| Cabinet Member for Resources
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January 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
 
February 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
1. Cabinet 2. Council | Cabinet Member for Resources | |
1. Cabinet | Cabinet Member for Resources | Budget Monitoring 2018-19 (Quarter 3) |
1. Scrutiny 2. Cabinet 3. Council | Cabinet Member for Resources
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March 2019 | ||
To be considered by | Responsible Cabinet Member/Chairman of Regulatory Committee | Title |
There are currently no decisions scheduled for this month. | ||
Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Council Tax Reduction Scheme Review 2019/20
The Decision needed To amend the Council Tax Reduction Scheme from 1st April 2019
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 1st November 2018
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 13th November 2018
All dates for consideration by Council 12th December 2018
| Consultation Overview & Scrutiny - 5th July 2018 Cabinet - 17th July 2018 Public Consultation 23rd July 2018 - 28th September 2018
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All wards
Timetable for implementation Consultation July to September 2018, April 2019 start date
Spending/Saving Current level of expenditure for CTRS is circa £3.1m. Intention is to amend the scheme at no/minimal additional cost and minimise impact on claimants
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment Yes, impact to be monitored as design progresses | Contact details Name of Officer: Lucy Wright Job Title: Revenues, Benefits & Customer Services Manager Tel No: 01562 732948 Email: lucy.wright@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents Consultation papers once issued
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision Affects multiple wards, or one large ward
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Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Future catering arrangements at Wyre Forest House
The Decision needed To agree future catering arrangements at WF House in advance of the current contract ending in 2019
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 6th December 2018
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th December 2018
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected
Timetable for implementation At end of current contract in 2019
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Elaine Brookes Job Title: Facilities & Asset Manager Tel No: 01562 732797 Email: elaine.brookes@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? Yes
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision
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Responsible Cabinet Member: Economic Regeneration and Planning | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Lion Fields Parcel 4 - Delivery Options
The Decision needed To agree the preferred option for redevelopment
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 6th December 2018
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th December 2018
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected
Timetable for implementation
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Mike Parker Job Title: Corporate Director: EP&P Tel No: 01562 732500 Email: mike.parker@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan?
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? Yes
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? Whole
Reason if key decision
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Responsible Cabinet Member: Economic Regeneration and Planning | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title North Worcestershire Economic Development & Regeneration Service
The Decision needed To renew the shared service agreement
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 6th December 2018
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th December 2018
All dates for consideration by Council N/A | Consultation N/A
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation
Spending/Saving
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Equality Impact Assessment
| Contact details Name of Officer: Mike Parker Job Title: Corporate Director: EP&P Tel No: 01562 732500 Email: mike.parker@wyreforestdc.gov.uk Supporting public documents
No Exemption No Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? Reason if key decision
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Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Financial Strategy 2019-2022
The Decision needed Endorese and recommend the updated Medium Term Finance Strategy including Cabinet Proposals, the level of net expenditure and council tax and Fees and Charges Options
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee Cabinet Financial Strategy Advisory Panel: 6th November 2018, 8th January 2019 & 28th January 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th December 2018 12th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Council 27th February 2019 | Consultation Public Consulation during Dec/Jan 2019/Budget Consultation, Cabinet Financial Strategy Advisory Panel, CLT/Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Final Approval by 27th February 2019
Spending/Saving Capital and revenue impact of overall MTFP
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Securing the Economic Prosperity of the District
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents Consultation results and Financial Strategy report and multiple appendices (booklet for members, publised on website)
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
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Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Budget Monitoring 2018-19
The Decision needed Note projected variances and comments in report
Who makes the final decision? Cabinet
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee N/A
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 19th September 2018 – Quarter 1 12th February 2019 – Quarter 3
* Quarter 2 Budget report is included as part of the MTFS
All dates for consideration by Council N/A
| Consultation CLT / Cabinet
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation N/A
Spending/Saving Dependent on reported position - linked to MTFP
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Helen Ogram Job Title: Financial Services Manager Tel No: 01562 732907 Email: helen.ogram@wryreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents N/A
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session? N/A
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
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Responsible Cabinet Member: Resources | ||
Details of decision | Implications of decision
| Additional details |
Title Capital Strategy
The Decision needed Requirement in new Prudential code that Council approves more comprehensive Capital Strategy annually so this updates the 2018-21 version approved by May 2018 Council
Who makes the final decision? Council
By which Committee(s) and when will this item be considered? Multiple dates should be entered for any recurring item e.g. quarterly reports. Please list:
All dates for consideration by Scrutiny Committee 7th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Cabinet 18th December 2018 and then recommendations from Overview & Scrutiny Comittee on 12th February 2019
All dates for consideration by Council 27th February 2019 | Consultation Associated revenue implications of new Cabinet Proposals included in Budget Consultation
Councillors and Electoral Wards affected All
Timetable for implementation Effective from 1st April 2019
Spending/Saving Capital and revenue implications >£50k
Relevant Corporate Plan Priority Support successful local economy
Equality Impact Assessment N/A
| Contact details Name of Officer: Tracey Southall Job Title: Corporate Director: Resources Tel No: 01562 732100 Email: tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Supporting public documents Current Capital Strategy appoved May 2018 Council
Has this decision been delayed from a previous plan? No
Exemption Does this decision contain exempt information? No
Will the whole of or part of the report be held in private session?
Reason if key decision Expenditure or Saving greater than £50,000
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Forward Plan from October 2018 to January 2019 (210Kb)
Forward Plan from September to December 2018 (219Kb)
How can I make my views known to the Cabinet about any proposed decision?
You can make your views known in writing up to the day of the meeting to the officer named in the plan as the contact for the item.
Councillors
Cllr Graham Ballinger, Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Strategy and Finance, Graham.Ballinger@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Cllr Fran Oborski MBE, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Economic Regeneration, Planning and Capital Investments, Fran.Oborski@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Cllr Nicky Martin, Cabinet Member for Housing, Health, Well-being and Democratic Services, Nicky.Martin@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Cllr Helen Dyke, Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Community Protection, Helen.Dyke@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Cllr John Thomas, Cabinet Member for Operational Services, John.Thomas@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Chief Officers
Ian Miller, Chief Executive, 01562 732700, ian.miller@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Linda Draycott, Corporate Director: Community Well-being & Environment, 01562 732900, linda.draycott@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Mike Parker, Corporate Director: Economic Prosperity & Place, 01562 732500, mike.parker@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Tracey Southall, Corporate Director: Resources, 01562 732100, tracey.southall@wyreforestdc.gov.uk
Caroline Newlands, Solicitor to the Council, 01562 732715, caroline.newlands@wyreforestdc.gov.uk