Decision details

To provide an update on the progress of the Devonshire Park Redevelopment and set out proposals for the refurbishment of the Winter Garden. Decisions are required on the proposed Winter Garden Scheme and the overall funding package.

(KEY) (1) That the progress to date of the scheme be noted. (2) To approve the proposed works to the Winter Garden and instruct the Director of Tourism & Enterprise and the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Services, in consultation with the lead Cabinet members for Tourism and Leisure Services and Financial Services, either to complete the relevant contract terms with Vinci Construction UK or to pursue alternative procurement arrangements as appropriate. (3) To approve the proposed revision to the capital programme, with the addition of a further £160,000 to enable refurbishments to the Winter Garden toilets to be reinstated, bringing the scheme to £53.96m gross (£48.36m net of guaranteed contributions) in order to deliver the whole scheme as recommended by the Project Board. (4) To note that the business plan is expected to meet target. (5) To note that the Council can take advantage of a VAT exemption which would increase revenues by a minimum of £250,000 per annum.