Council was updated on the outcome of the annual review of earmarked reserves. Concern was expressed regarding the reserve for planning appeals and also, prompted by the mention of enforcement reserves, about the resources available for enforcement. In response it was reported that the appeals costs were under continuous review and that enforcement was being monitored.
On the motion of Councillor Lynch, seconded by Councillor Bray, it was
RESOLVED –
(i) recommended transfers from balances to earmarked reserves be approved;
(ii) additional earmarked reserves to fund anticipated expenditure be approved.