Sharon Hammond

Council: Boston

Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

2 meetings

Committee Officer

Cabinet - Wednesday 10th December 2025 6.00 pm

The Boston Borough Council's cabinet met on 10 December 2025 and agreed to recommend a new council tax support scheme to the full council, and also approved an updated counter fraud policy and revised contract procedure rules. The cabinet also reviewed the latest financial forecasts, noting a potential deficit, and discussed performance and risk management.

December 10, 2025
Committee Officer

Cabinet - Wednesday 17th September 2025 6.00 pm

The Boston Borough Council Cabinet met to discuss the first quarter performance and risks, the financial position, and several strategic initiatives. Councillors agreed to consult on options for the local Council Tax Support scheme for 2026/27, approved a new Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy, and supported the continuation of the South and East Lincolnshire Councils Crowdfunding Scheme. A new Body Worn Video Policy for the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership was also approved.

September 17, 2025

Decisions from Meetings

13 decisions · Page 3 of 3

2025/26 Quarter 1 Finance Update

From: Cabinet - Wednesday 17th September 2025 6.00 pm - September 17, 2025

...to approve amendments to the Capital Programme and note the forecast revenue position of a £0.829m overspend for 2025/26, emphasizing the need for continued focus on savings and efficiency.

Recommendations Approved

Local Council Tax Support Scheme 2026/27 - Consultation

From: Cabinet - Wednesday 17th September 2025 6.00 pm - September 17, 2025

...to consult on three options for the 2026/27 Local Council Tax Support Scheme, including retaining current support levels or reducing maximum support based on household composition, and delegated oversight of the consultation approach.

Recommendations Approved

South and East Lincolnshire Council's Crowdfunding Scheme - Two Year Progress

From: Cabinet - Wednesday 17th September 2025 6.00 pm - September 17, 2025

...to continue supporting the South and East Lincolnshire Councils Crowdfunding scheme, which raises funds for local voluntary and community groups.

Recommendations Approved

Summary

Meetings Attended: 2

Average per Month: 0.5

Decisions Recorded: 13