Agenda and decisions

To confirm the minutes of the meeting held on 24 September 2024 as a correct record.

To receive any disclosures of interest from Councillors in accordance with the Council’s Code of Conduct for members.

The Chair, or their nominee, to answer any questions raised by members of the public in accordance with Standing Order 40.

At the time of publication of this agenda no questions were received.

To consider the Forward Plan for committee business.

Committee resolved to:

1.     Approve the Budget, Fees and Charges, Growth and Savings proposals for Community Wellbeing & Housing Committee subject to deferring the decision on increasing Meals on Wheels and Opal Group fees and charges until 7 January 2025 committee in order for Officers to come back with alternative options.

2.     Recommend to Corporate Policy & Resources Committee that they approve the proposed budget, Fees and Charges, Growth and Savings proposals for Community Wellbeing & Housing Committee.

To consider the proposed scheme of distribution of Household Support Fund Phase 6.

The Committee resolved to:

1)    Agree the proposed scheme of distribution of Household Support fund Phase 6 as set out in option two of the report.

2)    Agree that in the event of any funds being unallocated that they are moved to the “General Allocation Pot” at the end of March 2025.

To review the Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy for public consultation.

Committee resolved to approve the draft Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy for public consultation as set out in option one of the report.

To review the placement policy for emergency accommodation.

Committee resolved to approve the placement policy for emergency accommodation.

To note the update report from the Environmental Health Department on Houses in Multiple Occupation.

Committee resolved to note the contents of the report.