Decision details

RESOLVED that the adoption of the Strategic Asset Management Plan, as set out in Appendix 1 to the report, be approved.

REASONS FOR DECISION

The purpose of the Strategic Asset Management Plan is to put in place a clear framework that will allow for the effective and efficient management of the Council’s diverse asset base, whilst demonstrating excellent service delivery and value for money.  The Council’s land and property assets were a key corporate resource and they should, where appropriate, support the delivery of the Council Plan.

OTHER OPTIONS CONSIDERED AND REJECTED

Not to have a Strategic Asset Management Plan in place, which is not recommended.  Without a structured plan in place there was a risk that the Council Plan priorities would not be delivered effectively and efficiently where the Council’s assets played a key role.

This was not a Key Decision so it can be implemented with immediate effect by officers.