The
Committee debated whether it was appropriate to consider this item
at the meeting. It was felt that as the Committee had resolved to
take the item in public, it would be preferable if the information
could be made available to the public prior to the meeting it was
due to be considered at. This would ensure transparency for the
public. However before the decision was taken to consider the item
in public, legal advice was requested on the implications for the
Council of making this information publicly available.
RESOLVED:
That
the Property Asset Review be deferred so the Committee can be
advised by the Proper Officer on the implications of the item being
taken in public at the next available Committee meeting.
Voting: For -
7
Against - 6
Abstentions – 1
Note: Councillor Gooch asked for her
dissent to be noted on the resolution for this item.