Decision details

Acquisition X

Decision Maker: Chief Executive, Chief Finance Officer

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: Yes

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

The Chief Executive in consultation with the Chief Finance Officer, the Leader and the Cabinet Member for Finance undertook subsequent negotiations and completed the acquisition of the asset.

Reasons for the decision:

This acquisition will enable the Council to directly address the longer term sustainability and regeneration of the Borough. It is a strategic asset which has the potential to improve the environmental and economic well-being of the area. The site is prone to be considered for numerous diversified uses all of which have the potential to help the Council achieve its strategic objectives outlined in the Corporate Plan.

Alternative options considered:

Option 1 - Agree the bid
Option 2 - Not agree the bid

Publication date: 18/02/2020

Date of decision: 03/02/2020