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Consultation outcome and decision on the proposed closure of the Drovers Centre

Meeting: 17/10/2019 - Executive (Item 652)

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Additional documents:

Decision:

AGREED RECOMMENDATIONS

Reason for decision – as specified in the report.

Other options considered - none.

Conflicts of interest/dispensations granted – none.

Link to the report

 

 

 

Minutes:

Cllr Burgess introduced the report.  The Executive noted that Age UK had confirmed that they would be ceasing to provide services from the centre and that the building is no longer fit for purpose and the cost of repairs and ongoing maintenance was prohibitive.  The options set out in the report were discussed and a number of questions were asked by members of the public. Cllr Burgess reiterated the council’s commitment to work with service users to ensure that they are supported through any transition of services.

 

RESOLVED:

 

2.1 That the summary and detailed findings from the Consultation on the proposed closure of the Drovers Centre be noted;

2.2 That the closure of  the Drovers Centre with services ending at the end of January 2020 and planning to commence on the alternative uses of the site be agreed.

 

Reason for decision –  The provision of services via the Drovers Centre is not sustainable and there are alternative ways of meeting the needs and interests of service users from the extensive range of community activities and meeting places that are available in the local area. 

Other options considered – as specified in the report.

Conflicts of interest/dispensations granted – none.