Issue - meetings

Report by the Chief Operating Officer

5.1       The Lead Member considered a report by the Chief Operating Officer.

DECISION

5.2       The Lead Member RESOLVED to (1) declare the property known as Isabel Blackman Centre, Hastings, surplus to the County Council’s operational requirements; and

(2) delegate authority to the Chief Operating Officer to secure best value terms for a disposal, in accordance with s123 of the Local Government Act 1972.   

Reasons

5.3       The Property offers no future operational use and whilst vacant would continue to incur costs for security and maintenance.  The County Council is not in a position to lease the flat above the centre separately without incurring security of tenure and right to buy, and would require refurbishment.  The capital receipt will contribute to the funding for the Capital Programme.