Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: July 15, 2025

Purpose:

Content: 1.       That the feedback from the resident engagement undertaken in June 2025 be noted.   2.       That the recommended approach to market the site for sale and find a new investor be agreed, including agreeing the evaluation criteria as set out in paragraph 11.8 of report CAB3466.   3.       That resident engagement events take place following the receipt of expressions of interest stage and final bid as part of the on-going and continued commitment to resident and stakeholder engagement.   4.       That a budget of £130,000 be approved, financed from the MIR reserve, to fund the costs of marketing the site.   5.       That authority be delegated to the Strategic Director with responsibility for the former Leisure Centre site project to market the site and invite bids.   6.       That a further report be brought back to Cabinet with recommendation to approve the sale of the site to the preferred bidder.