Coventry avoids service cuts adding funds for roads as Gov funds help. Residents want streetlights back.
People protested, signed petitions, and spoke at meetings. In addition to canceling cuts, they add funds. The city will spend £2 million more to fix roads and fight fly-tipping. More money also helps city events like the Godiva festival.
Council leaders credit a generous deal from the central government that offered more cash. Councillors vote on the budget on February 25th.
Past cuts upset some people. One commenter wants less wasteful spending and prefers ending “pointless vanity projects.” Another wants streetlights restored.
Council tax hikes are a concern for others. One person is glad Grapevine funding is safe, as it helps people participate in community events. They thank the council for listening.
Some think the Godiva Festival is a waste. Others oppose the Very Light Rail project and prefer streetlights and social care funding now. One person thinks the council wastes money and wants more balanced spending priorities.
One person notes past funding losses, stating the city is still worse off than in 2010. They feel the council needs to fight harder and want restorations of services and jobs, not just prevention of worsening cuts. They want a working class voice. Another asks if they are getting old streetlights back.