Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: January 13, 2025

Purpose: This report is a statutory requirement that sets the Council Tax base for the purposes of the 2025/26 revenue budget.

Content: That Cabinet agrees to refer this report to Full Council and recommend approval by Full Council for the financial year 2025/26 of:   -  The estimated numbers of properties for each Valuation Band as set out in this report.   -   An estimated collection rate of 97.0%.   -  The Council Tax Base of 88,304 Band “D” equivalent properties.   -  The delegation of authority to the Executive Director for Finance &   Corporate Services to determine the business rates tax base for 2025/26.