Stevenage Borough Council: Value for money?

Stevenage Borough Council's offices in the town centre

Louise McEvoy Tuesday, January 14, 2014 12:21 PM

Thousands of pest control issues and repairs have been dealt with by Stevenage Borough Council (SBC) over the past year, but do you think the local authority provides value for money?

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In 2013, SBCs environmental health team carried out more than 3,000 visits for pest control issues including an infestation of cockroaches at the Maharajah Indian restaurant in Stevenage High Street.

Last year more than 28,000 repairs were carried out, from replacing roofs to fixing steps and paths.

The councils complaints and compliments team resolved more than 1,100 customer complaints, while only handling 150 compliments from residents all year.

In November, 25,000 people turned out for the annual fireworks display at Fairlands Valley Park, while about 30,000 people attended Stevenage Day at the King George V Playing Fields in June.

SBC bought 39 homes to add to its housing stock, while 68 homes were sold under the Right to Buy scheme.

Councillor Sharon Taylor, leader of SBC, said: 2013 was a busy year for the council, from holding 24 park events to carrying out 28,000 repairs.

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Stevenage Borough Council: Value for money?