Decision details

Members received and reviewed the report for further maintenance works required to the link bridge section of the pontoon, detailed and contained within the circulated reports pack.

The SD Department had taken advantage of the pontoon not being in place, to carry out maintenance work on the deck boards.  It was subsequently noticed that there is some corrosion to the walkway.

These areas are cause for concern and require to be addressed. However, it is not thought that this is an issue which requires immediate attention.

Members considered that the matter should be deferred to the October meeting of the Services Committee to allow opportunity to source alternative quotes and to plan for a programme of works in the winter period. 

It was proposed by Councillor Bickford, seconded by Councillor Stoyel and RESOLVED:

1.  To approve in principle,repair works to the walkway sections of the pontoon to be undertaken in the winter months to avoid further disruption to the service;

2.  To delegate to the Service Delivery Manager to obtain a further two quotes in line with Financial Regulations, reporting back to the following Services Committee meeting;

3.  To note Primrose Marine’s Pontoon Survey and recommendations.

Councillor Brady gave his apologies and left the meeting.