Issue - meetings

Copy of Report submitted to meeting of Argyll and Bute Council on 22 October 2015.

The group gave consideration to a report and presentation which provided information on the public consultation exercise which sought the views of local communities on savings options and suggestions for innovation, efficiencies and income growth.

Discussion followed in regards future support for partnership meetings and concern that Third Sector organisations would face a larger share of responsibility. It was requested that the Head of Strategic Finance provide information on Argyll and Bute Council income and she agreed to do this.

The group were advised that meetings on the consultation facilitated by the Third Sector Interface were scheduled as follows:-

Saturday, 21 November – Hermitage Primary School  2.00-4.00p.m.

Monday, 23 November  - Cardross Primary School 7.00-9.00p.m.

Monday, 7 December – Arrochar Primary School 7.00-9.00p.m.

The Chair reiterated that no decision had been made as yet and encouraged the group to participate in the consultation process.   

Decision:

The group agreed:-

1.    To note the report.

2.    That the Head of Strategic Finance provide information regarding Argyll and Bute Council income.

(Reference: Report by Argyll and Bute Council, dated 22 October 2015, submitted).