Agenda item

The Committee the report of the Project Officer along with a verbal update from the Head of Operations and Estates regarding the progress of the West Witney depot and clubhouse refurbishment projects.

Members welcomed the positive progress of the new depot, noting that it was nearing completion and that the Works Team had commenced phased occupation of the facility. It was further noted that this would enable the surrender of the temporary accommodation.

The Committee also noted that the redevelopment of the main social club building was also progressing well, with a proposed completion date in May.

Members commended officers on the high quality, factual and well-structured update reports provided throughout the project. In light of this, it was agreed that a pre-completion site visit was not necessary.

The Committee expressed a desire to formally recognise the completion of both projects and requested that two separate opening events be arranged to celebrate their delivery.

Members also noted that the project remains on track to achieve a significant saving against the original tender cost, attributed to the diligent work of officers, contractors and the Council’s building consultants.

Recommended:

1.     That, the report be noted and,

2.     That, Officers make arrangements for celebratory opening events.