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ENVIRONMENT AND REGENERATION COMMITTEE - 2 NOVEMBER 2004

 

 

Environment and Regeneration Committee

 

Tuesday 2 November 2004 at 3.00 pm

 

 

Present:  Councillors Blair, Fyfe, Gallacher, Hill, McCabe, McCormick (P), Mitchell, Roach, Snoddy and Stewart.

 

 

Chair:  Councillor Fyfe presided. 

 

 

In attendance:  Depute Chief Executive, Mr G Douglas (for Director of Legal & Support Services), Head of Economic Development Service, Head of Financial Services, Head of Housing Services, Head of Implementation Team, Mr F Macleod (for Head of Planning Services), Head of Property Services and Head of Transportation and Roads Service.

 

 

Apologies:  Councillor Forbes.

 

 

With the exception of the decisions marked “C” which are open for confirmation or otherwise, the following paragraphs are submitted for information only, having been dealt with under the powers delegated to the Committee.

 

763

Revenue Budget 2004/05 - Period 6

763

 

There was submitted a report dated 15 October 2004 by the Director of Corporate Services on the position of the Revenue Budget 2004/05 as at Period 6 (30 September 2004).

 

 

Decided:  that the projected overspend in the current budget monitoring position be noted.

 

764

Housing Revenue Account Budget 2004/05 - Period 6

764

 

There was submitted a report dated 15 October 2004 by the Director of Corporate Services on the position of the Housing Revenue Account Budget as at Period 6 (30 September 2004).

(Councillor Blair entered the meeting during consideration of this item of business).

Noted

 

765

Capital Programme 2004/05 to 2006/07 - Progress

765

 

There was submitted a report dated 15 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive on the position of the Capital Programme 2004/05 to 2006/07.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that the Committee note the progress on the specific projects detailed in the appendices to the report;  and

 

 

(2)      that the Committee otherwise note the report.

 

766

HRA Capital Programme 2004/2007 - Progress

766

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive on the progress of the HRA Capital Programme 2004/2007.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that the progress of the projects detailed in the appendices to the report be noted;  and

 

 

(2)      that the variations to the kitchens and bathrooms contract Phase 3A and Kilblain Court insulation and re-rendering project detailed in appendices 6 and 7 of the report be approved.

 

767

Use of Powers Delegated to the Chief Executive - Pottery Street Redevelopment

Instruction of Works Phase 1

767

 

There was submitted a report dated 13 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive advising of the use of the powers delegated to the Chief Executive to approve the issuing of engineers instructions to Raynesway Construction to complete phase 1 of the Pottery Street redevelopment project to the maximum budget available for the project.

Noted

 

768

Street Name for Housing Development at Knockbuckle Road, Kilmacolm

768

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive on the proposed naming of the street at the housing development off Knockbuckle Road, Kilmacolm.

 

 

Decided:  that the name Knockbuckle Lane for the street shown on the plan appended to the report be adopted.

 

769

Quarriers Village:  Agreements for Access for Cyclepath Link to National Network

769

 

There was submitted a report dated October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive (1) seeking approval for the adoption of agreements for access relating to the construction of a cyclepath link between Quarriers Village and the National Cyclepath Network and (2) outlining the implications for the Council.

 

 

Decided:  that it be agreed to enter into the agreements for access relating to the construction of a cyclepath link between Quarriers Village and the National Cyclepath Network and that the Director of Legal and Support Services take all necessary action to achieve their completion.

 

770

Provisional Tree Preservation Order No IC27 - Cliff Terrace Road, Wemyss Bay

770

 

There was submitted a report dated 20 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive (1) on the current situation with regard to the making of a Provisional Tree Preservation Order at Cliff Terrace Road, Wemyss Bay and (2) seeking approval to confirm the Order.

 

 

Decided:  that The Inverclyde Council be recommended to confirm The Inverclyde Council (Cliff Terrace Road, Wemyss Bay) (First) Tree Preservation Order No IC27 as shown on the plan appended to the report.

 

771

Provisional Tree Preservation Order No IC23 - Ashburn, Gourock

771

 

There was submitted a report dated 20 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive (1) on the current situation with regard to the making of a Provisional Tree Preservation Order at Ashburn, Gourock and (2) seeking approval to confirm the Order.

 

 

Decided:  that subject to the concerns expressed by Councillor Snoddy being addressed satisfactorily, The Inverclyde Council be recommended to confirm The Inverclyde Council (Ashburn, Gourock) (First) Tree Preservation Order No IC23 as shown on the plan appended to the report.

 

772

Additional Funding from Scottish Executive to WESTRANS for Projects in 2004/2005

772

 

There was submitted a report dated 18 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive seeking approval for a programme of projects to be undertaken in 2004/2005 using the Council’s share of additional funding granted by the Scottish Executive to WESTRANS.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that approval be given to the programme of projects listed in Appendix 1 to the report;  and

 

 

(2)      that it be remitted to the Head of Transportation and Roads Service to implement the programme of projects in compliance with the terms of the Council’s Financial Regulations and Standing Orders relating to Contracts.

 

773

Roadside Memorials and Floral Tributes

773

 

There was submitted a report dated 22 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive seeking approval for the adoption of national guidelines produced by the Society of Chief Officers of Transportation in Scotland for managing the placing of tributes and memorials at the scene of road death incidents.

 

 

Decided:  that, subject to the deletion of the requirement for a minimum period for the placing of tributes and memorials, approval be given to the adoption of the national guidelines produced by the Society of Chief Officers of Transportation in Scotland for managing the placing of tributes and memorials at the scene of road death incidents as set out in Appendix 1 to the report.

 

774

Report on Consultation Exercise on the Future Use of the Land on the Site of the Former

(a) St Mungo’s Primary School, Grosvenor Road, Greenock

(b) Springfield Primary School, Berwick Road, Greenock

774

 

There was submitted a report dated October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive (1) on the outcome of the consultation exercise on the future use of the sites of the former St Mungo’s and Springfield Primary Schools and (2) providing clarification of the title conditions of the former St Mungo’s Primary School.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that the terms of the report be noted;

 

 

(2)      that consideration of the future use of the site of the former St Mungo’s Primary School be continued for further consultation with Education Services and to allow the Head of Property Services to explore the feasibility of pursuing the increased development opportunity at the site;  and

 

 

(3)      that consideration of the future use of the site of the former Springfield Primary School be continued for consultation with the Larkfield Community Safety Partnership.

 

775

Area Renewal - Progress on Implementation

775

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive (1) updating the Committee with regard to the progress of the Area Renewal Strategy, (2) seeking endorsement of the approach and approval for a Local Development Framework or Brief for the key areas and (3) providing details of additional properties for clearance and those houses to be closed pending demolition.

Councillor Robertson was present as Ward Councillor and with consent spoke on the matter.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that the Committee approve the ongoing clearance and demolition programme outlined in Appendix 1 to the report in addition to the programme agreed by the Committee at the meeting on 25 May 2004;

 

 

(2)      that the proposed use of regeneration funds for clearance, demolition and remedial works costs as set out in the report be noted;

 

 

(3)      that the list of closed houses set out in Appendix 2 to the report be approved;

 

 

(4)      that the Committee endorse the approach and approve the Local Development Framework for Woodhall as set out in Appendix 3 to the report and that it be remitted to the Depute Chief Executive to draft a wider area Local Development Framework for submission to a future meeting of the Committee, with a survey of tenants being carried out to ascertain the tenure mix and numbers of houses appropriate as part of the future development of Woodhall;

 

 

(5)      that approval be given to the Local Development Framework for Upper Bow as set out in Appendix 3 to the report; 

 

 

(6)      that the Committee endorse the approach and approve the development briefs for Maukinhill and Grieve Road/Wren Road as set out in Appendix 3 to the report;  and

 

 

(7)      that a report on the future of the Robert Street area be submitted to the Committee for consideration.

 

776

Retained Land, Housing Stock Transfer

776

 

There was submitted a report dated 20 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive outlining the ongoing process to identify land for retention to further the strategic aims and objectives of the Council and the working definition to identify land for retention for economic development purposes.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that the Committee note the terms of the report and that further reports will be brought forward on other areas of land identified by the ongoing stock transfer mapping process;  and

 

 

(2)      that it be agreed:

(i)       to use the definition of land which may have an economic development future as set out in paragraph 2.4 of the report;

 

 

(ii)      that areas of land which might have a general community, amenity or recreational purpose be highlighted in future reports;

 

 

(iii)      that areas of land which might have a future educational use be highlighted in future reports;  and

 

 

(iv)     that a report on the provision of a legally enforceable agreement with River Clyde Homes on the future regeneration of land be submitted to the Committee for consideration.

 

777

HRA Shops, Housing Stock Transfer

777

 

There was submitted a report dated 20 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive on the economic development benefits and implications of retaining certain town centre shops in Greenock and Port Glasgow.

Councillor Stewart declared a financial interest in this matter, took no part in its consideration or decision and left the meeting.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that the transfer of all HRA shops with the exception of those detailed in paragraph (2) below be agreed;

 

 

(2)      that a report on the financial implications of the possible retention of those shops in Church Street, Fore Street and King Street, Port Glasgow and Inverkip Street and Sir Michael Street, Greenock as set out in Appendix 1 to the report be submitted to the Committee for consideration;

(3)      that consideration of the position with regard to the shops at Dubbs Road, Port Glasgow and Tower Drive, Gourock as set out in Appendix 1 be continued for a report by the Head of Planning Services;  and

 

 

(4)      that a report on the Council’s policy relating to the shops at Cathcart Street, Greenock be submitted to the Committee for consideration.

 

778

Woodhall, Housing Stock Transfer

778

 

There was submitted a report dated 22 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive on proposals for the housing stock transfer with particular regard to Woodhall.

 

 

Councillor Robertson was present as Ward Councillor and with consent spoke on the matter.

 

 

After discussion, Councillor Fyfe moved (1) that approval be given to the transfer of the land forming tenanted housing stock in Woodhall to River Clyde Homes; (2) that the report on the provision of a legally enforceable agreement with River Clyde Homes on the future regeneration of land agreed during consideration of the report on retained land, housing stock transfer be awaited;  and (3) that the area in the vicinity of Woodhall Station be retained and earmarked for consideration as a park and ride facility or other specific use within the Local Development Framework.  As an amendment, Councillor McCabe moved that consideration of the matter be continued until the Local Development Framework for Woodhall has been approved.

 

 

On a vote, 3 Members voted for the amendment and 7 for the motion which was declared carried.  Those Members who had voted in favour of the amendment then requested in terms of the relevant Standing Order that the matter be referred to The Inverclyde Council for decision in terms of the amendment.

 

 

(Councillor Stewart returned to the meeting during consideration of this item of business).

 

C

Decided:

(1)      that approval be given to the transfer of the land forming tenanted housing stock in Woodhall to River Clyde Homes;

C

 

(2)      that the report on the provision of a legally enforceable agreement with River Clyde Homes on the future regeneration of land agreed during consideration of the report on retained land, housing stock transfer be awaited;  and

 

 

(3)      that the area in the vicinity of Woodhall Station be retained and earmarked for consideration as a park and ride facility or other specific use within the Local Development Framework.

 

 

779

Housing Stock Transfer, Work Plan

 

779

 

There was submitted a report dated 18 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive on (1) the joint work plan agreed by the Community Ownership Programme Group and (2) identifying key decisions required by the Committee and the Council.

(Councillor Snoddy left the meeting during consideration of this item of business).

Noted

 

780

Use of Powers Delegated to the Chief Executive - Stock Transfer:  Authority to Invite Tenders and Other Matters

780

 

There was submitted a report dated 4 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive advising of the use of the powers delegated to the Chief Executive for approval to invite tenders for legal and communication advisers and for a promotional media event to support the stock transfer.

 

 

Noted

 

781

Affordable Housing Study

781

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive seeking authority to commission an affordable housing study, at an estimated cost of £6,000 to be funded by a Scottish Executive grant for the Local Housing Strategy.

 

 

Decided:  that approval be given to the commissioning of an affordable housing study.

 

782

BISF Houses - South Maukinhill, Greenock/Bardrainney, Port Glasgow

782

 

There was submitted a report dated 21 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive (1) on the present position with regard to the review of BISF houses and (2) advising of the requirement to hold a special meeting of the Committee following review of the stock condition survey and structural survey.

 

 

The Depute Chief Executive advised the Committee that further information on the structural survey was awaited and accordingly it was now proposed to convene a special meeting of the Committee in mid-December.

Noted

 

783

Closure of Cumberland Court Office, Greenock:  Withdrawal of Cash Collection Facilities from Dubbs Road, Port Glasgow

783

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive (1) on the outcome of tenant consultation in respect of the closure of the Cumberland Court housing office and (2) seeking approval to substitute the cash collection facility at the Dubbs Road office with a dry cash collection facility.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that the closure of the Cumberland Court Housing office and relocation of the staff as detailed in paragraph 4.1 of the report with effect from 29 November 2004 be approved; and

 

 

(2)      that it be agreed to substitute the present cash collection system at the Dubbs Road office with a dry cash facility with effect from 29 November 2004 and to the provision of private interview facilities in the Dubbs Road office.

 

784

Rent Arrears Update

784

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive advising of rent arrears performance in the current year.

(Councillor Gallacher left the meeting and Councillor Snoddy returned during consideration of this item of business).

 

 

Decided:  that the position of rent arrears as at 30 September 2004 be noted.

 

785

Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002

Survey of Sample of Council Houses

785

 

There was submitted a report dated 21 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive on proposals to survey a sample of different Council house types to identify the location of asbestos which will assist the Council in meeting its obligations under the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002, at an estimated cost of £205,000.

 

 

Decided:  that the Committee agree to the asbestos surveys being carried out, the cost being met from the Housing Reserve at the end of the year.

 

786

Lift Maintenance Contract

786

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive seeking approval to invite tenders for planned maintenance of lift installations within Housing Services ownership, at an estimated cost of £346,000 over a three year period.

 

 

Decided:  that it be remitted to the Director of Legal and Support Services to arrange for the invitation of tenders for planned maintenance of lift installations within Housing Services ownership and that delegated authority be granted in the usual manner to accept the lowest tender received.

 

787

Upgrading of Lifts in Heather, Thistle and Rowan Courts, Port Glasgow

787

 

There was submitted a report dated 19 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive seeking approval to invite tenders for Phase 4 of the lift renewal programme for the upgrading of the lifts at Heather, Thistle and Rowan Courts, Port Glasgow, at an estimated cost of £525,000 inclusive of fees.

 

 

Decided:  that it be remitted to the Director of Legal and Support Services to arrange for the invitation of tenders for Phase 4 of the lift renewal programme for the upgrading of the lifts at Heather, Thistle and Rowan Courts, Port Glasgow and that delegated authority be granted in the usual manner to accept the lowest tender received.

 

788

Door Replacement Contract

Inverclyde West and Inverclyde East

788

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive seeking authority to invite tenders for the Inverclyde West and Inverclyde East phases of the door replacement programme, the estimated costs being £123,000 and £122,000 respectively.

 

 

Decided:  that it be remitted to the Director of Legal and Support Services to arrange for the invitation of tenders for the Inverclyde West and Inverclyde East phases of the door replacement programme and that delegated authority be granted in the usual manner to accept the lowest tender received.

 

789

Proposed Replacement of Heating System -

Riverside Gardens Sheltered Housing Complex

789

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive seeking authority to invite tenders for the installation of a new gas central heating system within Riverside Gardens sheltered housing complex, at an estimated cost of £242,000 including allowances, recommending that the works be combined with the works to install a sprinkler system as agreed by the Committee at the meeting on 7 September 2004.

 

 

Decided:

 

C

(1)      that the project be added to the Capital Programme; and

(2)      that it be remitted to the Director of Legal and Support Services to arrange for the invitation of tenders for a combined contract for the installation of a new gas central heating system and the installation of a sprinkler system at Riverside Gardens sheltered housing complex.

C

790

Home Energy Conservation Act (HECA) Strategy

790

 

There was submitted a report dated 24 September 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive seeking approval of the Home Energy Conservation Act (HECA) Strategy progress report 1 April 2001 - 31 March 2003, copies of which had been circulated separately to Members.

 

 

Decided:  that the Home Energy Conservation Act (HECA) Strategy progress report 1 April 2001 - 31 March 2003 be approved.

 

 

It was agreed in terms of Section 50(A)(4) of the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973 as amended that the public and press be excluded from the meeting during consideration of the following items on the grounds that the business involved the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in the respective paragraphs of Part I of Schedule 7(A) of the Act as are set opposite each item.

 

 

Item                                                                                                                      Paragraph(s)

 

 

Appendix Relative to Agenda Item 5 -  fax                                                          6

message commenting on the contract for the works

 

 

Appendix 5 Relative to Agenda Item 12 -                                                 6

letter from Mrs M Gordon

 

 

Appendix 1 Relative to Agenda Item 15 detailing                                   6

shops held within the Housing Revenue Account

 

 

Appendices 1 and 2 Relative to Agenda Item 18                                    6

setting out those firms and consultants invited

to tender

 

 

Building Services and Stock Transfer                                                    1

 

 

Maintenance of Pumps and Fans                                                             6 and 8

 

 

Broadfield Insulation Project - Remaining Houses                               6 and 8

 

 

Prospecthill Street, Greenock                                                                  6 and 8

 

 

General Account Shops - Lease of Shop Premises:                             2, 6 and 9

Shore Street, Gourock

 

 

Common Good Account Shops - Lease of Premises:                            2, 6 and 9

John Wood Street, Port Glasgow and Bay Street, Port Glasgow

 

 

Disposal of Premises - Finnart Street, Greenock                                  2, 6 and 9

 

 

Heritage Surplus to Requirements - Newton Street, Greenock          2, 6 and 9

 

 

Disposal of Premises - Kilmacolm                                                            2, 6 and 9

 

 

Transfer of Ownership of Premises - Kilmacolm Road, Greenock     2, 6 and 9

 

 

Use of Powers Delegated to the Chief Executive - Acquisition of      6

Premises:  Sunnyside Avenue, Port Glasgow

 

 

 

 

791

Appendix Relative to Agenda Item 5 - Fax Message Commenting on the Contract for the Works

791

 

There was submitted Appendix relative to Agenda Item 5 (Use of Powers Delegated to the Chief Executive - Pottery Street Redevelopment Instruction of Works Phase 1) comprising fax message commenting on the contract for the works.

Noted

 

792

Appendix 5 Relative to Agenda Item 12 - Letter from Mrs M Gordon

792

 

There was submitted Appendix 5 relative to Agenda Item 12 (Report on Consultation Exercise on the Future Use of the Land on the Site of the Former (a) St Mungo’s Primary School, Grosvenor Road, Greenock and (b) Springfield Primary School, Berwick Road, Greenock) comprising letter from Mrs M Gordon on concerns regarding future plans for the land.

Noted

 

793

Appendix 1 Relative to Agenda Item 15 Detailing Shops Held  Within the Housing Revenue Account

793

 

There was submitted Appendix 1 relative to Agenda Item 15 (HRA Shops, Housing Stock Transfer) detailing shops held within the Housing Revenue Account.

Noted

 

794

Appendices 1 and 2 Relative to Agenda Item 18 setting out those Firms and Consultants Invited to Tender

794

 

There were submitted Appendices 1 and 2 relative to Agenda Item 18 (Use of Powers Delegated to the Chief Executive - Stock Transfer:  Authority to Invite Tenders and Other Matters) setting out those firms and consultants invited to tender.ñ

Noted

 

795

Building Services and Stock Transfer

795

 

There was submitted a report dated 20 October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive (1) on the transfer and retention of staff as part of the housing stock transfer and (2) options for Building Services assets, comprising depots and plant and equipment.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that the contents of the report be noted and that it be agreed:-

 

 

(i)       that, in principle, Building Services transfer to River Clyde Homes as a viable entity;

 

 

(ii)      that the operational depot at Crescent Street be sold to the HRA, subject to appropriate guidance, on the basis of an independent valuation;

 

 

(iii)      that, if the depot can be sold to the HRA, with no adverse effect on General Services, the project be added to the HRA Capital Programme 2005/06 and completed in the current year;

 

 

(iv)     that plant and equipment and systems be made available on the basis of an independent valuation;

 

 

(v)      that it be remitted to appropriate Officers to commission an independent valuation of the Crescent Street depot, plant and equipment;

 

 

(vi)     that it be remitted to appropriate Officers to commission an options appraisal on the provision of a comprehensive repair and maintenance service to the Council;

 

 

(vii)     that delegated authority be granted to the Chief Executive and Depute Chief Executive to conclude agreement with River Clyde Homes on the issues of depot, plant and equipment and systems;  and

 

 

(2)      that it be noted further reports will be submitted on (i) proposals for the residual Building Service operation following conclusion of the TUPE position and the options appraisal on the provision of a comprehensive repair and maintenance service and (ii) the outcome of negotiations with River Clyde Homes on the matters referred to above.

 

796

Maintenance of Pumps and Fans

796

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive (1) seeking authority to invite tenders for the planned maintenance of pump and fan installations within Housing Services owned properties at an estimated cost of £49,000 per annum and (2) seeking authority to appoint the specialist company detailed in the report to install booster pumps at Prospecthill Court, Greenock.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that it be remitted to the Director of Legal and Support Services to arrange for the invitation of tenders for the planned maintenance of pump and fan installations within Housing Services owned properties;  and

 

 

(2)      that the quotation from Dalkia for the installation of booster pumps at Prospecthill Court as an urgent measure to prevent further problems arising in connection with the water supply in the sum of £13,411.20 be accepted.

 

797

Broadfield Insulation Project - Remaining Houses

797

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive seeking approval to negotiate with the company detailed in the report for the insulation of the remaining cottages and own-door flats in Broadfield.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that authority be granted to negotiate with the company detailed in the report for the insulation of the remaining cottages and own-door flats in Broadfield;

 

 

(2)      that authority be delegated to the Director of Corporate Services in consultation with the Convener, Vice-Convener and a Member of the Minority Groups to accept the price negotiated;  and

 

 

(3)      that, if negotiation is not successful, tenders for the works be invited and that delegated authority be granted in the usual manner to accept the lowest tender received.

 

798

Prospecthill Street, Greenock

798

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There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive seeking authority to enter into negotiations and to invite tenders for remedial works at Prospecthill Street, Greenock and the Committee agreed to the action recommended, all as detailed in the Appendix.

C

799

General Account Shops - Lease of Shop Premises:  Shore Street, Gourock

799

 

There was submitted a report dated October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive seeking consent to grant a new lease of shop premises in Shore Street, Gourock and the Committee agreed to the action recommended, all as detailed in the Appendix.

 

800

Common Good Account Shops - Lease of Premises:  John Wood Street, Port Glasgow and Bay Street, Port Glasgow

800

 

There was submitted a report dated October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive seeking consent to grant new leases of shop premises in John Wood Street, Port Glasgow and Bay Street, Port Glasgow and the Committee agreed to the action recommended, all as detailed in the Appendix.

 

801

Disposal of Premises - Finnart Street, Greenock

801

 

There was submitted a report dated October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive on offers to purchase premises in Finnart Street, Greenock following advertisement and the Committee agreed to the action recommended, all as detailed in the Appendix.

 

802

Heritage Surplus to Requirements - Newton Street, Greenock

802

 

There was submitted a report dated October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive seeking approval to declare the Council’s land and heritage at 87 Newton Street, Greenock surplus to requirements with a view to marketing the assets for disposal.

 

 

Decided:

 

 

(1)      that the Committee declare 87 Newton Street, Greenock surplus to requirements;

 

 

(2)      that approval be given to the marketing of 87 Newton Street, Greenock;

 

 

(3)      that all expenses associated with the sale of 87 Newton Street, Greenock be met from the proceeds;  and

 

 

(4)      that if 87 Newton Street, Greenock is not sold it be re-advertised at a future appropriate date or be made available in response to purchase enquiries.

 

803

Disposal of Premises - Kilmacolm

803

 

There was submitted a report dated October 2004 by the Depute Chief Executive (1) on offers to purchase premises in Kilmacolm following advertisement and (2) recommending acceptance of an offer.Ä

 

 

(Councillors Snoddy and Roach left the meeting during consideration of this item of business).

 

 

Decided:  that consideration of the matter be continued for clarification in respect of  compliance of certain offers with the development brief.

 

804

Transfer of Ownership of Premises - Kilmacolm Road, Greenock

804

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive seeking authority to transfer ownership of premises in Kilmacolm Road, Greenock to the Council and the Committee agreed to the action recommended, all as detailed in the Appendix.

 

805

Use of Powers Delegated to the Chief Executive - Acquisition of Premises:  Sunnyside Avenue, Port Glasgow

805

 

There was submitted a report by the Depute Chief Executive advising of the use of the powers delegated to the Chief Executive for the acquisition of premises in Sunnyside Avenue, Port Glasgow.

Noted

 

 

 

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