Report of the Assistant Director of Neighbourhoods attached.

RESOLVED (Unanimously):

1.    Cabinet notes the decision to enter into a maintenance contract with FCC Environmental to service and maintain the vehicle utilised to fulfil the Waste Collection Contract with Chorley Borough Council.

The Cabinet Member (Environment), Councillor Susan Jones, presented a report of the Assistant Director of Neighbourhoods that informed of an urgent decision that had been taken in April 2019 to enter into a contract agreement with FCC Environmental to maintain and service the vehicles utilised to fulfil their Waste Collection Contract with Chorley Borough Council.

It was explained that the additional usage of the facilities at the Depot will allow for a more efficient and effective use of facilities generating additional income for the Council going forward. In May 2019 the Vehicle Maintenance Workshop was accredited to undertake MOT testing for vehicles owned by the Council alongside private individuals, this along with the servicing contracted detailed above allows the facility to operate on a more commercial basis.

It was proposed by Councillor Susan Jones, seconded by Councillor Paul Foster, and

Decision made (Unanimously):

1.    Cabinet notes the decision to enter into a maintenance contract with FCC Environmental to service and maintain the vehicle utilised to fulfil the Waste Collection Contract with Chorley Borough Council.

Reason(s) for the decision:

In February 2019 FCC Environmental approached the Council to enquire if we would service and maintain the vehicle used to fulfil the Chorley contract on their behalf.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:

The option to maintain the current arrangements was considered, however it was felt that this would result in a missed opportunity to optimise use of the facilities and generate additional income for the Council.