Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations were approved for the drawdown of funds, procurement of a new van, and disposal of the current vehicle.
summary: The decision involves the drawdown of funds from the Wellbeing Lincs funds for the procurement of a new van to replace an aging vehicle.
topline: The Director of Resources has decided to approve the drawdown of funds for a new van procurement and disposal of the current vehicle.
reason_contentious: This decision may be contentious as it involves the allocation of funds from a specific reserve and the disposal of an existing asset.
affected_stakeholders: ["Director of Resources", "Housing Services", "Wellbeing Lincs funds"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.n-kesteven.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=10957
Decision Maker: Director of Resources (s151 officer)
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose: Report to authorise funding of a replacement vehicle for Wellbeing Lincs. The vehicle needs to be bigger than the current one to ensure work can be completed in line with KPI. The vehicle is now 8 years old and over 113000 miles. I am requesting £34,500 to purchase 2nd van and get the vans sign written
Content: That approval is given for: 1.) The drawdown of £35,000 from the ringfenced Wellbeing Lincs funds, held within the Housing Services Reserve. 2.) Procurement of a new van up the value of £35,000 to replace the aging and smaller Renault Kangoo Van currently in service. 3.) Disposal of the current Renault Kangoo van (FV18LJU).
Date of Decision: August 7, 2026