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• Recommendations from Overview and Scrutiny (Standing Item)*

  Recommendations Approved

  The Cabinet of Boston Council on 30 September 2026 approved recommendations from the Town Centre Review Task & Finish Group. The council will note the report, consider a broader definition of the town centre, explore measures to reduce vacancy, prioritise public realm improvements, review promotion and marketing, and develop an officer response with a progress update within six months.

• Quarter 1 26/27 Performance and Risk Report

  Recommendations Approved

  Boston Cabinet noted the quarterly performance and risk monitoring information for Quarter 1 of 2026/27 and approved the Risk Appetite Statement on 30 September 2026.

• Build it in Boston: Inward Investment Marketing and Relocation Support Proposal

  Recommendations Approved

  Boston Council's Cabinet approved the introduction of the Build it in Boston scheme on 30 September 2026. The scheme aims to attract high-value, high-growth businesses, particularly in digital and IT services. The Cabinet approved the allocation of £15,000 for a marketing campaign and £30,000 for a relocation support fund, with delegated authority to the Service Director - Strategic Growth and Development to finalise and implement the scheme.

• Quarter 1 2026/27 Forecast Outturn

  Recommendations Approved

  Boston Cabinet noted the forecast revenue position of a £0.055m deficit for 2026/27 and amendments to the Capital Programme on 30 September 2026. The Cabinet approved recommendations to identify opportunities for further efficiencies.

• Review Of Maximum Hackney Carriage Fare Structure

  Recommendations Approved

  Boston Cabinet approved a variation to the maximum hackney carriage fares on 30 September 2026. This approval is subject to statutory notices being advertised and no objections being received during the consultation period.

• Recommendations from the Boston Town Area Committee (BTAC) (Standing Item) - Central Park Pathway Improvement Works

  For Determination

  The Cabinet of Boston Council decided on 30/09/2026 to approve a £138,341.93 contribution from the BTAC reserve for Central Park pathway improvement works. Authority was delegated to the Section 151 Officer, in consultation with the Chairman of BTAC, to agree revised costings for the works.

Attendees

Councillor Helen Staples Portfolio Holder - Communities Progressive Independents Boston · Fishtoft

Councillor Chris Mountain Portfolio Holder - Infrastructure Progressive Independents Boston · Wyberton

Councillor Claire Rylott Portfolio Holder - Green Spaces and Travel Conservative · Kirton and Frampton

Councillor Mike Gilbert Deputy Leader Blue Revolution · Staniland

Councillor Sandeep Ghosh Portfolio Holder - Finance and Economic Growth Progressive Independents Boston · Witham

Councillor Dale Broughton Leader Progressive Independents Boston · Coastal

Councillor John Baxter Portfolio Holder - Housing Progressive Independents Boston · Old Leake and Wrangle

Councillor Callum Butler Portfolio Holder - Environmental Services Progressive Independents Boston · Old Leake and Wrangle

Councillor Sarah Sharpe Portfolio Holder - Heritage, Culture and Tourism Progressive Independents Boston · Fishtoft

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