Decision details

The Executive considered report 5/10 of the Head of Economy, Leisure, and Property.  This sought approval to allocate capital funding for essential repairs and refurbishment works at the council’s leisure facilities and for potential works to Abbey House in Abingdon. 

Councillors rejected the option of not carrying out the proposed works due to health and safety implications.  They also rejected the option to prioritise other works for 2010/11 as this could create more significant and costly difficulties should the prioritised works not be undertaken.  They concluded that the need for repairs and refurbishments was an inevitable consequence of owning and operating complex multi-functional buildings.  The council had great pride in the quality of its facilities and these works ensured its services would continue in well-maintained and suitable buildings. 

RESOLVED

That the allocation of £200,000 capital expenditure in 2010/11 is approved for essential repair and refurbishment works at the leisure facilities and for refurbishment works at Abbey House in Abingdon, as set out in paragraphs 6, 7 and 8 of report 5/10.