Agenda item

To receive the report of the Responsible Financial Officer.

The Committee received and considered the report of the Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) covering the activities of the management accounts for the period 1 April to 31 July 2024.

Members discussed the issuing of poll cards in relation to the Witney Central Ward by-election due to take place on 14 November 2024. Members agreed unanimously to have these issued by West Oxfordshire District Council in order to ensure that all residents receive notification and have the opportunity to vote.

The Committee also considered the proposed increase in subscriptions to the Oxfordshire Association of Local Councils (OALC) for 2025-26. It was proposed by Councillor O Collins, seconded by Councillor J Doughty that the Council accept the increase in order to retain the valuable services offered by OALC. All Members were in agreement.

There were also questions on the 2025-26 budget lines, in particular around growth items , Christmas lights contingency and on funds set aside for promotion which were answered by Officers.

Resolved:

1.         That, the report be noted and,

2.         That, the managements accounts for the period 1 April to 31 July 2024 be approved and,

3.         That, West Oxfordshire District Council be requested to issue poll cards in relation for the Witney Central By-Election at an estimated cost of £3,250 and,

4.         That, the proposed increase in subscription to the Oxfordshire Association of Local Councils (OALC) for 2025-26 be approved and,

5.         That, the report on investment returns be noted and approved.