Agenda item

Councillor Kearon, as the Lead Call-In member, presented the reason for the Call-In of the Recycling Strategy.  Councillor Kearon acknowledged the work of officers and members but felt that the options needed further member level scrutiny.

Councillor Johnson, as Cabinet member for Environment and Recycling explained the background to the decision which had been taken and outlined how the proposed recycling service had been trialled within the Borough.

The Leader stated that there was no evidence to suggest that the charge for collection of green waste would lead to an increase in fly tipping.    

The Leader asked the Committee to carry out a bi-monthly review of the recycling service.

Continuing members questioned the Cabinet members on the risk assessment carried out, the planned savings, the options in respect of green waste generated as a result of Community Work Days, self-funding alternatives to charging for green waste, communication plan, evidence in respect of impact of charges and measures to mitigate the effects of an increase of fly tipping. 

Councillor Johnson explained that a specialised team would be available to remedy any ‘grot spots’ and that an increase in the activity of this team could be considered.

Resolved:                 That the decision to agree a preferred option for the introduction of a new kerbside recycling service which included a charge for the collection of green waste be referred back to the decision maker for further consideration.