The Cabinet noted the new requirements to
undertake a stock options appraisal and the anticipated project
timetable.
The Cabinet approved the management arrangements for the stock
option appraisal detailed in section 3.3 of the report.
The Cabinet approved the addition of outsourcing of the management
service as a fifth model for consideration in the option appraisal
exercise.
The Cabinet noted the timescales detailed in Appendix 1 of the
report for implementing alternative models of management that might
be recommended from the options appraisal.
The Cabinet agreed to refer the matter to Health and Community
Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee to consult Members of that
committee on this initiative and associated procedures.
The Cabinet approved the appointment of Advisors to the Council and
an Independent Tenant Advisor.
The Cabinet approved the re-tendering of the housing maintenance
contract for a one-year contract with a provision to extend by a
further year to commence 1 April 2005.