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- To agree the budget
strategy process and timetable for the 2017/18 budget cycle.
- To agree the inclusion of identified budget savings and pressures in the
budget.
- To agree proposals for changes to General Fund Reserve levels with the
Prudent Minimum Balance.
- To agree the Council's Efficiency Plan.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure > £300,000;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 24/08/2016
Decision due: 10 Oct 2016 by Executive Councillor for Transformation
Lead member: Executive Councillor for Transformation
Lead director: Strategic Director (DE)
Department: Finance
Contact: Caroline Ryba, Chief Financial Officer Email: caroline.ryba@cambridge.gov.uk.
Additional Information: This is a key decision and will automatically appear on the agenda.
Background Information: The Council submits an annual budget strategy to inform the next year's budget process in the form of a formal plan known as the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS). This looks at current funding, identifies current assumptions and risks together with any spending pressures, For 2017/18 the MTFS will include an Efficiency Plan for submission to the Government to ensure the Council's grant is agreed in advance for a four year period allowing improved financial planning.
