Purpose

To consider the recommendations.

Decision

RESOLVED THAT:

1. 1.    the introduction of an alternative, and permanent perennial-based planting scheme on the Long Gardens is approved;
2. 2.    the retention of the existing annual bedding-based planting scheme on Imperial Gardens is approved; 
3. 3.    the reduction of the number of hanging basket put out in the town from three hundred and six to one hundred (including removing from the municipal offices), and to focus them in the centre of the town to gain maximum effect with minimum maintenance is approved;
4. 4.    the elimination of all window boxes from the Town Hall and Municipal Offices is agreed.