The Cabinet of Shropshire Council was scheduled to discuss a range of important topics, including a report on the Community Infrastructure Levy, an update on the Crisis Resilience Fund, and the introduction of weekly food waste collections. Other items on the agenda included the Shrewsbury Town Centre Design Code and the adoption of the Destination Management Plan.

Community Infrastructure Levy Report

A significant item scheduled for discussion was the Part One report of the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Task and Finish Group . This report, led by Councillor Greg Ebbs, Chair of the Community Infrastructure Levy Task & Finish Group, was expected to provide an overview of the Community Infrastructure Levy. The Community Infrastructure Levy is a charge that local authorities can levy on new developments to help fund infrastructure improvements in their area. The agenda indicated that this report was to be presented by Claire Braddock, Scrutiny Officer.

Crisis Resilience Fund Update

The meeting was also scheduled to receive an update on the Crisis Resilience Fund . This item was led by Councillor Roger Evans, Portfolio Holder for Finance, and Rachel Robinson, Executive Director for Public Health. The agenda suggested that this update would cover the delivery plan for the fund for the 2026-27 period. The Crisis Resilience Fund is likely established to provide financial support during emergencies or periods of significant disruption.

Introduction of Weekly Food Waste Collections

A proposal for the Introduction of Weekly Food Waste Collections was also on the agenda. This item was led by Councillor David Vasmer, Portfolio Holder for Highways & Environment, with Laura Tyler, Service Director - Commissioning, as the lead officer. This discussion would likely focus on the logistics and potential benefits of implementing a weekly collection service for food waste across the council's area.

Shrewsbury Town Centre Design Code

The Shrewsbury Town Centre Design Code was scheduled for consideration. This item was led by Councillor David Walker, Portfolio Holder for Planning, and Kassandra Polyzoides, Interim Service Director – Place Shaping. The agenda indicated that this would involve reviewing a draft design code for the town centre, which aims to guide future development and ensure a consistent and high-quality urban environment. Supporting documents for this item include Updated - Item 10 - Appendix 3 ESHIA for Draft Shrewsbury Town Centre Guide 15.4.26 and Updated Appendix 1_ Updated Draft Shrewsbury Town Centre Design Code .¹

Adoption of the Destination Management Plan

The adoption of the Destination Management Plan was another key item. This was led by Councillor Rob Wilson, Portfolio Holder for Transport & Economic Growth, with Paula Mawson, Service Director – Communities & Customer, as the lead officer. A Destination Management Plan is a strategic document that outlines how a place will be promoted and developed as a tourist destination. The agenda indicated that this plan would be presented for adoption. Supporting documents include Adoption of the Destination Management Plan-27022026 1148.pdf and Draft Shropshire Destination Management Plan Report.pdf .

Financial Monitoring and Partnership Working

The meeting was also scheduled to review Financial Monitoring Period 11 , led by Councillor Roger Evans, Portfolio Holder for Finance, and Duncan Whitfield, Interim Executive Director (S151). Additionally, Councillor Dawn Husemann, Chair of the Partnership Working Task & Finish Group, was expected to provide a verbal update on Partnership Working .

Member and Public Questions

The agenda also included time for Public Question Time and Member Question Time , allowing for questions from the public and council members, respectively.