Decision details

The report proposed an expansion of the Hawkinge cemetery burial grounds within the existing site to meet burial demands for the next 10 years.

Proposed by Councillor Pascoe,

Seconded by Councillor Mrs Hollingsbee;

RESOLVED:

1.         That report C/18/17 be received and noted.

2.         To seek full Council approval for a capital budget of £65,000 in 2018/19 for the immediate provision of burial plots at Hawkinge Cemetery.

(Voting figures: 9 for, 0 against, 0 abstentions)

Reasons for DECISION:

Cabinet was asked to agree the recommendations to ensure that there was suitable provision of burial spaces in the future. The report set out the proposal to undertake capital works and to minimise future maintenance costs.