Decision
Analysis
outcome: The recommendations were approved, allowing for the use of the capital maintenance budget and granting authority to conduct procurement for a suitable contractor.
summary: The decision at stake is the authorisation of a budget allocation of £250,000 for the refurbishment of kitchen and toilet facilities in Elizabeth House.
topline: The council has decided to approve a budget allocation of £250,000 for the refurbishment of kitchen and toilet facilities in Elizabeth House.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves a significant budget allocation and potential impact on the facilities in Elizabeth House, which could affect local stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council members", "Residents of Elizabeth House", "Contractors"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.stratford.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=4015
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: Seeking a decision to authorise budget allocation of £250,000 from the capital maintenance budget for the refurbishment of kitchen and toilet facilities in Elizabeth House, and to authorise the procurement of a qualified and competent contractor to perform the works. Key decision for estimated contract value above £150,000. The leader has the following options to consider: 1. To support the recommendations in the report, allowing for use of the capital maintenance budget and granting authority to conduct procurement for a suitable contractor. 2. To not support the recommendations in the report at this time and request further information. 3. To not support the recommendations, resulting in no planned refurbishment work taking place on these spaces at this time. The preferred option is option 1.
Date of Decision: June 20, 2025