Purpose

To provide a review of the 2025 grass season in readiness for spring/summer operations recommencing in March 2026.

Decision

RESOLVED:

(a)       That the work of the portfolio in its delivery of grass cutting services across the county be noted;

(b)       That the preparations being made for the 2026 grass cutting season be acknowledged;

(c)        That the proposal for a public consultation to be held to better understand public perception of biodiversity and approaches to managing grassland areas with a further report to be presented on the outcome of the consultation be supported; and

(d)       That options available for weed control be considered and the recommendation from the Environment and Economy Overview and Scrutiny Committee for a weed control policy to be developed and presented following the public consultation be supported.