Decision details

Cabinet considered the report which detailed options and proposals for dealing with the changes made by Norfolk County Council to the point where residual waste collections were tipped for disposal by the County Council and the knock on impact of the increased cost involved. Cabinet expressed concern at the implications for the Borough by the decision taken by the County Council.

The Executive Director, C Bamfield gave Members a further update on recent discussions with the contractor, and set out the time frame which the Council would have to work within.  Discussions were held on the costs involved.

RECOMMENDED:      1)         That the budget be amended to reflect the additional costs incurred for the tip and haul of 60% of collected residual waste and that the Executive Director – Commercial Services, is authorised complete the negotiation with Kier and NEWS in consultation with the Leader and Legal Services Manager to bring the arrangements in to effect.

2)         That a further discussion be held with waste partners to identify cost savings. 

Reason for Decision

To ensure that waste is collected and delivered to the County Council for disposal in the most efficient and cost effective way for the Borough Council.