Issue - meetings

To receive and consider the report of the Deputy Chief Executive.

That the report be noted.

On Behalf of Councillor Peter Wilson, Executive Member (Resources), Councillor Alistair Bradley, Executive Member (Economic Development and Public Service Reform), presented the report of the Deputy Chief Executive which sets out the performance against the delivery of the Corporate Strategy and key performance indicators during the third quarter of 2021/22, covering 1 October 2021 to 31 December 2021.

The overall performance of key projects is good, with 77% of the projects rated green, 15% rated amber, and 8% completed. Action plans for those projects rated amber are set out within the report.

Performance of the Corporate Strategy indicators and key service delivery measures continues to be closely monitored, with 71% performing on or above target, or within the 5% threshold. 29% are performing below target and outside of the 5% threshold. Where indicators are performing below target, action plans are in place to improve performance.

Members discussed the town centre vacancy rates and long-term empty units. The council were monitoring this, and it was recognised that there was no requirement for extra capital expenditure at this stage.

Decision:

That the report be noted.

Reasons for recommendations:

To ensure the effective monitoring of the Council’s performance and delivery of the Corporate Strategy.

Other options considered and rejected:

No other options have been considered.