To approve the proposed scheme for 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021 for the funding available from Central Government to assist businesses following the 2017 Business Rates revaluation.

The Local Development Scheme (LDS) is a project plan setting out the timescales for preparing the different planning policy documents that Tunbridge Wells Borough Council is working on. The most recent version was adopted in Feb 2018. Due to further evidence based work, and collaborative and positive work with the Neighbourhood Development Plan Groups, it has been necessary to revise the timescales. The revised timescales have been agreed at the TWBC Planning Policy Working Group.

The report outlines progress in negotiation of the Council acquiring the third party property assets, rights of access and any other rights as required to enable the Civic Development. The report also seeks approval to progress with the making of the Compulsory Purchase Order. The Full Council report on the 6 December delegated the final decision to make a Compulsory Purchase Order to Cabinet if required, to enable the delivery of the project.

Part of this meeting may be held in private by virtue of paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended).

To approve, following consultation, a revised Air Quality Action Plan 2018 - 2023, in conjunction with some minor changes to the air quality management area order.

To request permission to consult on the revised draft Air Quality Action Plan 2018 - 2023, in conjunction with some minor changes to the air quality management area order.

To approve, following consultation, a Supplementary Planning Document to set out the policy and approach to addressing visitor pressure arising from development within Tunbridge Wells Borough on Ashdown Forested a European protected site.

To request permission to consult on a Supplementary Planning Document to set out the policy and approach to addressing visitor pressure arising from development within Tunbridge Wells Borough on Ashdown Forested a European protected site.

To recommend to Full Council potential changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2019/20 following public consultation.

To note the progress that has been made on the review of the scheme (jointly commissioned with other Kent authorities) and provides options for public consultation on the scheme for 2019/20.

To consider proposals for setting the Council Tax and Business Rate Tax Base for 2019/20.

To recommend to Full Council the annual Community Safety Partnership Plan for approval. The Plan presents data on crime and anti-social behaviour within Tunbridge Wells Borough and provides an update on solutions provided to ensure the safety of residents.

To recommend to Full Council the Treasury Management Policy and Strategy to set the parameters and key information regarding the Council’s treasury activity, with specific regards to investments and cash flow.

To recommend to Full Council the Council’s budget for 2019/20 and the revised Medium Term Financial Strategy following public consultation. (Stage 4 of 4 in setting the forthcoming year’s budget.)

To consult on proposals for the Budget 2019/20 and Medium Term Financial Strategy. (Stage 3 of 4 in setting the forthcoming year’s budget.)

To consider and agree the fees and charges set by the Council.

To consider an update on the Budget and the current financial position of the Council. (Stage 2 of 4 in setting the forthcoming year’s budget.)

To consider proposals for the draft budget. (Stage 1 of 4 in setting the forthcoming year’s budget.)

To receive the financial position as at the end of December 2018.

To receive the financial position as at the end of December 2018.

To receive the financial position as at the end of December 2018.

To receive the financial position as at the end of September 2018.

To receive the financial position as at the end of September 2018.

To receive the financial position as at the end of September 2018.

To receive the financial position as at the end of June 2018.

To receive the financial position as at the end of June 2018.

To receive the financial position as at the end of June 2018.

To review an outline of the Council’s performance against key strategic indicators. Measures prescribed by central government through the Single Data List (SDL) and the progress against each of the strategic projects as at end of December 2018.

To review an outline of the Council’s performance against key strategic indicators. Measures prescribed by central government through the Single Data List (SDL) and the progress against each of the strategic projects as at end of September 2018.

To review an outline of the Council’s performance against key strategic indicators. Measures prescribed by central government through the Single Data List (SDL) and the progress against each of the strategic projects as at end of June 2018.

To recommend to Full Council the revised Asset Management Plan following public consultation.

For the Cabinet to set its recommendations for the Asset Management Plan and to consult on proposed changes.

This report informs Cabinet of the property transactions completed under delegated authority between 1 January 2018 and 30 June 2018.

Part of this meeting may be held in private by virtue of paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended).

This report informs Cabinet of the property transactions completed under delegated authority between 1 July 2018 and 31 December 2018.

Part of this meeting may be held in private by virtue of paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended).

A review of the complaints received under the Council’s complaints procedure between 1 April 2018 and 30 September 2018.

To update Cabinet on the progress of the Cultural Hub project, and seek approval to support a fundraising trust.

To consider potential property acquisitions.

Part of this meeting may be held in private by virtue of paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended).

To approve an update on Local Plan process and recommendations for a Draft Preferred Local Plan document consultation.

Policy for the recovery of Council Tax and Business Rate debts.

To recommend to Full Council the approval of a new Community Safety Partnership for West Kent.

To receive the key findings arising from the work undertaken by the Council’s independent auditors, Grant Thornton, for the financial year ended 31 March 2017.

To recommend to Full Council the revised Medium Term Financial Strategy following public consultation.

To consult on proposed changes to the Medium Term Financial Strategy.

To consider a development opportunity on Council owned property.

Part of this meeting may be held in private by virtue of paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended).

Each local authority should write and develop a Food Service Plan that outlines the demands of the service and identifies the resource needed to deliver this.  The Food Standards Agency (FSA) requires such plans have senior management or member approval.  As the food and safety function is delivered through a shared service the plan has been developed to reflect the total resource available to deliver the service demands and review the outcomes of the service in the previous year.

To inform cabinet of progress regarding the property investment portfolio during the proceeding six month period.

To inform Cabinet of progress regarding the property investment portfolio during the proceeding six month period.