Decision details

(TAKE IN REPORT BY THE HEAD OF TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT SERVICE)

The report was introduced by Adrian Rozier, Technical Projects Officer.  He advised that since the report had been published officers had submitted a capital bid for accommodation.  This would be reviewed as part of the budget process. 

DECISIONS:

(1)  The Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Sport noted the content of the report and the need to secure alternative permanent premises to accommodate the operational activities of the parks external works and inspection team.

(2)  That whilst the Head of Corporate Assets, Business and Standards continue to investigate the availability of suitable premises on a rental basis or as a prospective purchase, that the Head of Transport and Environment be authorised to continue with the options appraisal for the development of the Burrfields Road site to accommodate new premises and to achieve the outlined benefits.

(3)  That in the event of the Head of Corporate Assets, Business and Standards not identifying alternative premises within the city council property portfolio or from those commercially available, that a bid be considered to secure the required capital funding to deliver the new development and outlines benefits.