Decision Maker: Executive
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: Yes
The purpose of this report is to agree interim arrangements for the planting of floral displays and South East in Bloom and Fareham in Bloom competitions in 2021.
As a result of the pandemic that struck in the Spring of 2020, the planting of floral displays was suspended, Fareham in Bloom took place as a virtual competition and there was no entry in South East in Bloom.
Although there is hope of returning to normal in 2021, the continued uncertainty and impact of the pandemic, presents difficulties in planning and implementing the traditional arrangements for floral displays and organisation of the In-Bloom competitions.
In view of the current situation, consideration has been given to interim arrangements for 2021 that take account of the need to protect employees and volunteers, adhere to Government guidance and the constraints on the Council’s grounds maintenance team.
Proposals for the interim arrangements for floral displays, South East in Bloom and Fareham in Bloom competitions in 2021 are set out in the report.
RESOLVED that the Executive agrees the interim arrangements for floral displays, South East in Bloom and Fareham in Bloom competitions in 2021, as set out in the report.
Report author: Mark Bowler
Publication date: 03/03/2021
Date of decision: 01/03/2021
Decided at meeting: 01/03/2021 - Executive
Effective from: 13/03/2021
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