Purpose

To seek Scrutiny recommendation for the
approval of the revised Winter Maintenance Policy which includes
details of the Council’s response during other emergency
inclement weather events.

Content

(a)       That the refreshed winter
maintenance service policy as presented in this report and attached
as Appendix 1 be noted;  

(b)       That the
portfolio’s response to adverse weather events over the
Winter season 2022-2023 be noted;
 

(c)       That the continued need to
maintain the revenue budget at present levels along with earmarked
reserves of £250k be suppported; and
 

(d)       That a further
report be presented to the Committee in 2024 following a

review of the 2023-2024 season by the weather
forecasting provider in relation to geographically specific
treatment decision making.