Hampshire County Council Item 3x

Executive Member for Policy and Resources

17 February 2005

Bishops Waltham House:

Older persons home - proposed improvements (Phase 1)

Report by the Director of Property, Business and Regulatory Services and the Director of Social Services

1

Summary

The following decisions are sought:

1.1

That the Executive Member for Policy and Resources approves the project appraisal at Bishops Waltham House at an estimated cost of up to £455,000, excluding fees.

2

Reason(s)

2.1

To provide two new externally constructed evacuation lifts and a new fire alarm system throughout the building to improve safety for residents and allow 52 beds to remain in operation. This decision supports Aims 4 and 5 of the Corporate Strategy by providing a safer environment and by improving services.

3

Other options considered and rejected

3.1

Alternative strategies for the provision of this accommodation have been considered. They are not viable or are significantly more expensive. The works set out in the project appraisal are considered to be the most appropriate and cost-effective way of providing two evacuation lifts and a new fire alarm system.

4

Conflicts of interest declared by the decision-maker or other Executive Member consulted

4.1

Not applicable

5

Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee

5.1

Not applicable

6

Reason(s) for the matter being dealt with if urgent

6.1

Not applicable

Approved by:

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Date of decision:

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Councillor T K Thornber