MAL9811

ARTS AND LEISURE COMMITTEE

Minute of Meeting held in the Council Offices, Stornoway, on Tuesday 17 November 1998 at 9.00 a.m.

PRESENT

Mr Alasdair G Macrae (Chairman)

Mrs Katie M Mackenzie (Vice-Chairman)

Mr Roderick Macdonald

Mr Roderick Morrison

Mr George Lonie

Mr Norman A Macdonald

Mr Donald M Mackay

Mr Alasdair Nicholson

Mr Kenneth Mackay

Mr Donald Murray

Mrs Mary Bremner

APOLOGIES

Mr Callum I Macmillan

Tribute: Mr Callum I Macmillan

C01.04

The Chairman referred to Mr Callum I Macmillan, Member for Aignish ward who had been ill recently and wished Mr Macmillan a speedy recovery.

Tribute: Mr Mark Luntley

C01.04

The Chairman referred to Mr Mark Luntley who had recently taken up the post of Depute Director of Finance and welcomed Mr Luntley to his first Meeting of the Committee.

Tribute: Mr John Murray

C01.04

The Chairman referred to Mr John Murray, Laxdale and congratulated him on his recent success on becoming the 1998 British Karate Champion.

MINUTES

Arts and Leisure Committee C02.13

130

The Minute of Meeting of 18 August 1998 was approved.

FINANCE

Second Quarter Revenue Out-turn 1998/99

PR110.08.14

131

With reference to Item 73 of the Minute of Meeting of 17 August 1998, the Director of Finance submitted a Report detailing income and revenue expenditure incurred from 1 April to 30 September 1998. The Report compared such income and expenditure with provision made in the Revenue Estimates for income and expenditure for the Comhairle's services for 1998/99. It was noted that overspends were anticipated in Education, Housing and Social Work. The projected overspends in Education and Housing were within the 1% tolerance. The expected overspend in Social Work exceeded the 1% tolerance by £96,471. It was stated that it was expected that there would be savings of £398,000 in loan charges. It was proposed that this saving would be added to the Comhairle's balances.

It was agreed to recommend for the Committee's interest that:

(1) the Director of Social Work be required to find savings to bring the overspend on Social Work Committee within the 1% carry forward tolerance of £88,099;

(2) the forecast over and underspends on other Committees be noted; and

(3) the net savings on capital charges and community charge be put towards balances.

Non-Housing Capital Monitoring: 1 April-30 September 1998

PR110.05

132

The Director of Finance submitted a Report concerning the programme of capital expenditure for the Comhairle for the period 1 April 1998 to 31 March 1998 for all services except the Housing Revenue Account. The Report detailed the approved expenditure and estimated out-turn expenditure for the financial year 1998/99 for each service. It was noted in the Report that the forecast out-turn was £1,198,000 higher than the revised approved programme of £12,667,000. A summary of the variance was set out in the Report. Details of the capital programme, together with proposed revisions were appended to the Report.

It was agreed to recommend approval of the forecast out-turn detailed in the Report by the Director of Finance as the revised non-Housing Capital Programme for 1998/99 and that the additional CFCR projects be incorporated into the Programme.

Budget Strategy 1999/2000

PR110.05

133

With reference to Item 89 of the Minute of Meeting of 28 September 1998, the Director of Finance submitted a Report setting out a proposed budget strategy for 1999/2000. The Report outlined the present financial requirements of the Comhairle and identified a number of new burdens and reductions in costs. Comments on inflation and interest rates were set out in the Report and the assumption regarding revenue support grant, special islands needs allowance and capping were outlined. It was noted that there was an assumption of a 5% increase in Council Tax in 1999/2000, which left a shortfall of £948,000 to be funded from savings. It had been assumed that no balances were to be applied. Details of the provisional cash planning limits for each service were appended to the Report.

It was agreed to recommend for the Committee's interest that:

(1) the provisional cash planning limits for 1999/2000 as set out in Appendix B to the Report by the Director of Finance be approved, subject to virements arising from the review of the Chief Executive's Office;

(2) Heads of Service be required to identify and report on savings in their controllable budgets to bring 1998/99 budgets within cash planning limits and for these savings to be considered by the Finance Sub-Committee Working Party;

(3) Heads of Service be required to identify potential savings of 1% of controllable budgets over and above those required to get to the cash planning limit as shown in Appendix B to the Report by the Director of Finance; and

(4) Heads of Service who wished to bid for growth be required to identify savings matching the growth bid, with no guarantee that the savings identified would be earmarked for their own growth bid.

BUILDINGS

Programme and Progress PR03.02.01

134

With reference to item 113 of the Minute of Meeting of 29 September 1998 the Director of Technical Services submitted a Programme and Progress Report in relation to the Arts and Leisure Capital Programme.

It was agreed to note the Report.

1998/99 Repairs and Maintenance Revenue Programme to 30 September 1998

AL03.03.01

135

The Director of Technical Services submitted a Report detailing the position in relation to expenditure on the Repairs and Maintenance of properties held on the Arts and Leisure Account to 30 September 1998.

It was agreed to note the Report.

It was agreed that in accordance with the provisions of Standing Order 26(l) the press and public be excluded from the Meeting during consideration of the following item on the grounds that exempt information relating to any instructions to Counsel and any Opinion of Counsel (whether or not in connection with any proceedings) and any advice received, information obtained or action to be taken in connection with:

(i) any legal proceedings by or against the Comhairle; or

(ii) the determination of any matter affecting the Comhairle;

(whether, in either case, proceedings have been commenced or are in contemplation) would be disclosed.

Valtos Outdoor Centre: Inspection by HMI for Health and Safety AL02.02

136

With reference to item 115 of the Minute of Meeting of 29 September 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report in relation to the outcome of a Health and Safety Inspection which had been carried out at the Valtos Outdoor Centre, Uig, Isle of Lewis. The Report detailed the response from the Health and Safety Executive following a formal complaint against the Comhairle as a result of an incident at the Valtos Centre.

It was agreed to recommend that;

(1) the contents of the Report by the HMI for Health and Safety in relation to the Valtos Outdoor Centre be noted; and

(2) the Director of Technical Services be required to report to the next Arts and Leisure Committee on the financial implications of meeting the minimum legal requirements of the fabric of the Valtos Outdoor Centre.

The Committee unanimously agreed that, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 17 of the Scheme of Administration, the Committee determine the above recommendations, on behalf of the Comhairle, under delegated powers, in light of the need to proceed to consultation prior to the next scheduled Meeting of the Comhairle, on the basis that these recommendations were not contentious and did not breach a major policy decision of the Comhairle.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Iochdar Bowling Club

AL11.01

137

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from Iochdar Bowling Club towards the provision of an all-weather outdoor bowling green, a pavilion with indoor carpet bowling facility, car parking area and external services including deer fencing.

It was agreed to recommend that:

(1) the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a Project Initiation Report for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001; and

(2) Iochdar Bowling Club be invited to present their project to Members at a specially convened Meeting to discuss the 2000/2001 Capital Programme requests from voluntary organisations.

Stornoway Round Table

AL11.01

138

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from Stornoway Round Table towards the cost of a fireworks display as part of the New Year celebration events.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to award £1000 to Stornoway Round Table.

North Lochs Community Association

AL11.01

139

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from North Lochs Community Association towards the cost of renovating North Lochs Community Hall.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to award £4,064 to North Lochs Community Association.

West Side Slipway Project

AL11.01

140

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from the West Side Slipway Committee towards the cost of establishing a boat slipway at Port Bragar at an estimated cost of £95,000.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services prepare a Project Initiation Report for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001.

Harris Golf Club

AL06.01.53

141

With reference to item 99 of the Minute of Meeting of 18 August 1998, the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance in the sum of £10,000, from Harris Golf Club towards the cost of purchasing the land on which the Golf Course is situated.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to award £10,000 to Harris Golf Club.

CAPITAL GRANTS

Capital Grant Scheme for Community Facilities 1999/2000

AL03.01

142

With reference to item 122 of the Minute of Meeting of 29 September 1998, the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report advising that the Scottish Office Agriculture, Environment and Fisheries Department had requested a priority programme for Capital Grants to voluntary organisations for 1999/2000 by 30 October 1998. The Report indicated that by 30 October 1998 the only project which met the criteria for funding under the Capital Grants Scheme was the Lochmaddy Village Hall Project. The Director of Education and Leisure Services reported that, in light of the deadline for submission of projects, he had submitted the project to The Scottish Office for consideration.

It was agreed to recommend that;

(1) the Comhairle nominate Lochmaddy Village Hall to receive funding under the Scottish Office Capital Grants Scheme for Community Funding 1999/2000; and

(2) the action taken by the Director of Education and Leisure Services in nominating Lochmaddy Village Hall to receive Capital Grant Funding be homologated.

THE ARTS

Arts and Cultural Strategy for the Western Isles: Consultation Document

AL05.08

143

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report outlining the Arts and Cultural Strategy Consultation Document, which had been circulated to local and national Arts organisations. The Strategy detailed the background to the consultation paper, defined the current position of the arts in the Western Isles and considered ways to develop the various areas of the arts, including Drama, Music, Fèisean, Literature, Dance, and galas/shows.

It was agreed to recommend that:

(1) the Arts and Leisure Strategy Document be noted; and

(2) the Director of Education and Leisure Services prepare a further Report to the January series of Meetings.

SPORTS

Nomination to Sports Councils

AL06.01.58

144

With reference to item 123 of the Minute of Meeting of 28 September 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning the nomination of elected Members to serve on local Sports Councils.

It was agreed to recommend that Mr Alasdair G Macrae be nominated as the Comhairle's representative on the Lewis and Harris Sports Council and Mrs Mary Bremner be nominated as the Comhairle representative on the Uist and Barra Sports Council.

MUSEUMS

Museum Service: Museum Usage

AL09.01.07

145

With reference to item 95 of the Minute of Meeting of 18 August 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning museum usage and comparing the results for the Western Isles with similar museums throughout Scotland. The Report provided details of museum exhibitions, staffing and general museum usage and concluded that Western Isles museum usage was similar to other comparable museums throughout Scotland.

It was agreed to note the Report.

Museum Service: Comunn Eachdraidh

AL09.01.07

146

With reference to item 95 of the Minute of Meeting of 18 August 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Service submitted a Report outlining the background to the Comunn Eachdraidh movement, highlighting the current position and detailing the support and development requirements of the Comunn Eachdraidh. The Report also referred to the Comunn Eachdraidh Development Survey and Conference Report which contained a clear indication of necessary development.

It was agreed to recommend that;

(1) the Report be noted; and

(2) the Director of Education and Leisure Services prepare a further Report considering ways in which a Development Officer for the Comunn Eachdraidh could be established.

Museum Services: Acres Boys Club, Interim Museum Storage.

AL09.01.07

147

With reference to item 95 of the Minute of Meeting of 18 August 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning a survey of the Acres Boys Club which was undertaken by the Conservation Officer indicating the financial implications of interim usage of the Acres Boys Club by the museum.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to:

(1) utilise the Acres Boys Club for Museum storage pending the development of the building for recreational purposes and the provision of a permanent museum store; and

(2) incur expenditure in the sum of £6,200 to create an environmentally sound storage area within the building and provide basic security measures to be met from provision for museum storage within the Comhairle's Capital Programme.

RELATED MATTERS

Charging for Archaeological Services

AL09.01.14

148

With reference to item 91 of the Minute of Meeting of 1 October 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning the implementation of a limited scheme of charges for specific archaeological services to certain bodies and indicating that the principle of charging was widely established in archaeological services throughout Scotland.

It was agreed to recommend that:

(1) the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to charge for specific archaeological services;

(2) the proposed level of charges as indicated in the Director of Education and Leisure Services Report be approved; and

(3) the proposed categories of client to whom charges would be applied were commercial, corporate and agricultural grant applicants.

PERFORMANCE REVIEW

Reports Outstanding: Progress

PR33.01.12

149

With reference to item 129 of the Minute of Meeting of 29 September 1998 the Director of Corporate Services submitted a Report detailing outstanding Reports arising from the decisions of the Committee.

It was agreed to note the Report.

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PRESENT	Mr Alasdair G Macrae (Chairman)
	Mrs Katie M Mackenzie (Vice-Chairman)
	Mr Roderick Macdonald
	Mr Roderick Morrison	Mr George Lonie
	Mr Norman A Macdonald	Mr Donald M Mackay
	Mr Alasdair Nicholson	Mr Kenneth Mackay
	Mr Donald Murray	Mrs Mary Bremner

APOLOGIES	Mr Callum I Macmillan

Tribute: Mr Callum I Macmillan C01.04		The Chairman referred to Mr Callum I Macmillan, Member for Aignish ward who had been ill recently and wished Mr Macmillan a speedy recovery.
Tribute: Mr Mark Luntley C01.04		The Chairman referred to Mr Mark Luntley who had recently taken up the post of Depute Director of Finance and welcomed Mr Luntley to his first Meeting of the Committee.
Tribute: Mr John Murray C01.04		The Chairman referred to Mr John Murray, Laxdale and congratulated him on his recent success on becoming the 1998 British Karate Champion.
		MINUTES
Arts and Leisure Committee C02.13	130	The Minute of Meeting of 18 August 1998 was approved.
		FINANCE
Second Quarter Revenue Out-turn 1998/99 PR110.08.14	131	With reference to Item 73 of the Minute of Meeting of 17 August 1998, the Director of Finance submitted a Report detailing income and revenue expenditure incurred from 1 April to 30 September 1998. The Report compared such income and expenditure with provision made in the Revenue Estimates for income and expenditure for the Comhairle's services for 1998/99. It was noted that overspends were anticipated in Education, Housing and Social Work. The projected overspends in Education and Housing were within the 1% tolerance. The expected overspend in Social Work exceeded the 1% tolerance by £96,471. It was stated that it was expected that there would be savings of £398,000 in loan charges. It was proposed that this saving would be added to the Comhairle's balances.
		It was agreed to recommend for the Committee's interest that: (1) the Director of Social Work be required to find savings to bring the overspend on Social Work Committee within the 1% carry forward tolerance of £88,099; (2) the forecast over and underspends on other Committees be noted; and (3) the net savings on capital charges and community charge be put towards balances.
Non-Housing Capital Monitoring: 1 April-30 September 1998 PR110.05	132	The Director of Finance submitted a Report concerning the programme of capital expenditure for the Comhairle for the period 1 April 1998 to 31 March 1998 for all services except the Housing Revenue Account. The Report detailed the approved expenditure and estimated out-turn expenditure for the financial year 1998/99 for each service. It was noted in the Report that the forecast out-turn was £1,198,000 higher than the revised approved programme of £12,667,000. A summary of the variance was set out in the Report. Details of the capital programme, together with proposed revisions were appended to the Report. It was agreed to recommend approval of the forecast out-turn detailed in the Report by the Director of Finance as the revised non-Housing Capital Programme for 1998/99 and that the additional CFCR projects be incorporated into the Programme.
Budget Strategy 1999/2000 PR110.05	133	With reference to Item 89 of the Minute of Meeting of 28 September 1998, the Director of Finance submitted a Report setting out a proposed budget strategy for 1999/2000. The Report outlined the present financial requirements of the Comhairle and identified a number of new burdens and reductions in costs. Comments on inflation and interest rates were set out in the Report and the assumption regarding revenue support grant, special islands needs allowance and capping were outlined. It was noted that there was an assumption of a 5% increase in Council Tax in 1999/2000, which left a shortfall of £948,000 to be funded from savings. It had been assumed that no balances were to be applied. Details of the provisional cash planning limits for each service were appended to the Report. It was agreed to recommend for the Committee's interest that: (1) the provisional cash planning limits for 1999/2000 as set out in Appendix B to the Report by the Director of Finance be approved, subject to virements arising from the review of the Chief Executive's Office; (2) Heads of Service be required to identify and report on savings in their controllable budgets to bring 1998/99 budgets within cash planning limits and for these savings to be considered by the Finance Sub-Committee Working Party; (3) Heads of Service be required to identify potential savings of 1% of controllable budgets over and above those required to get to the cash planning limit as shown in Appendix B to the Report by the Director of Finance; and (4) Heads of Service who wished to bid for growth be required to identify savings matching the growth bid, with no guarantee that the savings identified would be earmarked for their own growth bid.
		BUILDINGS
Programme and Progress PR03.02.01	134	With reference to item 113 of the Minute of Meeting of 29 September 1998 the Director of Technical Services submitted a Programme and Progress Report in relation to the Arts and Leisure Capital Programme. It was agreed to note the Report.
1998/99 Repairs and Maintenance Revenue Programme to 30 September 1998 AL03.03.01	135	The Director of Technical Services submitted a Report detailing the position in relation to expenditure on the Repairs and Maintenance of properties held on the Arts and Leisure Account to 30 September 1998. It was agreed to note the Report.
		It was agreed that in accordance with the provisions of Standing Order 26(l) the press and public be excluded from the Meeting during consideration of the following item on the grounds that exempt information relating to any instructions to Counsel and any Opinion of Counsel (whether or not in connection with any proceedings) and any advice received, information obtained or action to be taken in connection with: (i) any legal proceedings by or against the Comhairle; or (ii) the determination of any matter affecting the Comhairle; (whether, in either case, proceedings have been commenced or are in contemplation) would be disclosed.
Valtos Outdoor Centre: Inspection by HMI for Health and Safety AL02.02	136	With reference to item 115 of the Minute of Meeting of 29 September 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report in relation to the outcome of a Health and Safety Inspection which had been carried out at the Valtos Outdoor Centre, Uig, Isle of Lewis. The Report detailed the response from the Health and Safety Executive following a formal complaint against the Comhairle as a result of an incident at the Valtos Centre. It was agreed to recommend that; (1) the contents of the Report by the HMI for Health and Safety in relation to the Valtos Outdoor Centre be noted; and (2) the Director of Technical Services be required to report to the next Arts and Leisure Committee on the financial implications of meeting the minimum legal requirements of the fabric of the Valtos Outdoor Centre. The Committee unanimously agreed that, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 17 of the Scheme of Administration, the Committee determine the above recommendations, on behalf of the Comhairle, under delegated powers, in light of the need to proceed to consultation prior to the next scheduled Meeting of the Comhairle, on the basis that these recommendations were not contentious and did not breach a major policy decision of the Comhairle.
		FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Iochdar Bowling Club AL11.01	137	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from Iochdar Bowling Club towards the provision of an all-weather outdoor bowling green, a pavilion with indoor carpet bowling facility, car parking area and external services including deer fencing.
		It was agreed to recommend that: (1) the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a Project Initiation Report for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001; and (2) Iochdar Bowling Club be invited to present their project to Members at a specially convened Meeting to discuss the 2000/2001 Capital Programme requests from voluntary organisations.
Stornoway Round Table AL11.01	138	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from Stornoway Round Table towards the cost of a fireworks display as part of the New Year celebration events. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to award £1000 to Stornoway Round Table.
North Lochs Community Association AL11.01	139	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from North Lochs Community Association towards the cost of renovating North Lochs Community Hall. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to award £4,064 to North Lochs Community Association.
West Side Slipway Project AL11.01	140	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from the West Side Slipway Committee towards the cost of establishing a boat slipway at Port Bragar at an estimated cost of £95,000. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services prepare a Project Initiation Report for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001.
Harris Golf Club AL06.01.53	141	With reference to item 99 of the Minute of Meeting of 18 August 1998, the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance in the sum of £10,000, from Harris Golf Club towards the cost of purchasing the land on which the Golf Course is situated. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to award £10,000 to Harris Golf Club.
		CAPITAL GRANTS
Capital Grant Scheme for Community Facilities 1999/2000 AL03.01	142	With reference to item 122 of the Minute of Meeting of 29 September 1998, the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report advising that the Scottish Office Agriculture, Environment and Fisheries Department had requested a priority programme for Capital Grants to voluntary organisations for 1999/2000 by 30 October 1998. The Report indicated that by 30 October 1998 the only project which met the criteria for funding under the Capital Grants Scheme was the Lochmaddy Village Hall Project. The Director of Education and Leisure Services reported that, in light of the deadline for submission of projects, he had submitted the project to The Scottish Office for consideration.
		It was agreed to recommend that; (1) the Comhairle nominate Lochmaddy Village Hall to receive funding under the Scottish Office Capital Grants Scheme for Community Funding 1999/2000; and (2) the action taken by the Director of Education and Leisure Services in nominating Lochmaddy Village Hall to receive Capital Grant Funding be homologated.
		THE ARTS
Arts and Cultural Strategy for the Western Isles: Consultation Document AL05.08	143	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report outlining the Arts and Cultural Strategy Consultation Document, which had been circulated to local and national Arts organisations. The Strategy detailed the background to the consultation paper, defined the current position of the arts in the Western Isles and considered ways to develop the various areas of the arts, including Drama, Music, Fèisean, Literature, Dance, and galas/shows. It was agreed to recommend that: (1) the Arts and Leisure Strategy Document be noted; and (2) the Director of Education and Leisure Services prepare a further Report to the January series of Meetings.
		SPORTS
Nomination to Sports Councils AL06.01.58	144	With reference to item 123 of the Minute of Meeting of 28 September 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning the nomination of elected Members to serve on local Sports Councils. It was agreed to recommend that Mr Alasdair G Macrae be nominated as the Comhairle's representative on the Lewis and Harris Sports Council and Mrs Mary Bremner be nominated as the Comhairle representative on the Uist and Barra Sports Council.
		MUSEUMS
Museum Service: Museum Usage AL09.01.07	145	With reference to item 95 of the Minute of Meeting of 18 August 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning museum usage and comparing the results for the Western Isles with similar museums throughout Scotland. The Report provided details of museum exhibitions, staffing and general museum usage and concluded that Western Isles museum usage was similar to other comparable museums throughout Scotland. It was agreed to note the Report.
Museum Service: Comunn Eachdraidh AL09.01.07	146	With reference to item 95 of the Minute of Meeting of 18 August 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Service submitted a Report outlining the background to the Comunn Eachdraidh movement, highlighting the current position and detailing the support and development requirements of the Comunn Eachdraidh. The Report also referred to the Comunn Eachdraidh Development Survey and Conference Report which contained a clear indication of necessary development.
		It was agreed to recommend that; (1) the Report be noted; and (2) the Director of Education and Leisure Services prepare a further Report considering ways in which a Development Officer for the Comunn Eachdraidh could be established.
Museum Services: Acres Boys Club, Interim Museum Storage. AL09.01.07	147	With reference to item 95 of the Minute of Meeting of 18 August 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning a survey of the Acres Boys Club which was undertaken by the Conservation Officer indicating the financial implications of interim usage of the Acres Boys Club by the museum. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to: (1) utilise the Acres Boys Club for Museum storage pending the development of the building for recreational purposes and the provision of a permanent museum store; and (2) incur expenditure in the sum of £6,200 to create an environmentally sound storage area within the building and provide basic security measures to be met from provision for museum storage within the Comhairle's Capital Programme.
		RELATED MATTERS
Charging for Archaeological Services AL09.01.14	148	With reference to item 91 of the Minute of Meeting of 1 October 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning the implementation of a limited scheme of charges for specific archaeological services to certain bodies and indicating that the principle of charging was widely established in archaeological services throughout Scotland. It was agreed to recommend that: (1) the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to charge for specific archaeological services; (2) the proposed level of charges as indicated in the Director of Education and Leisure Services Report be approved; and (3) the proposed categories of client to whom charges would be applied were commercial, corporate and agricultural grant applicants.
		PERFORMANCE REVIEW
Reports Outstanding: Progress PR33.01.12	149	With reference to item 129 of the Minute of Meeting of 29 September 1998 the Director of Corporate Services submitted a Report detailing outstanding Reports arising from the decisions of the Committee. It was agreed to note the Report.
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