Decision details
BCP Council Libraries – Creating a sustainable future
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: No
Purpose:
To set out the review framework leading to a
BCP Library Strategy which explores interest in alternative models
of delivery to sustain and even improve the offer to the
community.
Decision:
RESOLVED that: -
(a) A public consultation programme is launched to understand the needs of the community going forwards.
(b) Options for different delivery models are fully evaluated.
(c) Options appraisals for the potential co-location of shared council services, contributing to the development of Community Hubs within libraries, are developed.
(d) The proposed timeline for progressing the development of the Library Strategy, (paragraph 38), is supported.
(e) A report returns to Cabinet in October 2024 detailing progress and proposals for the future service.
Voting: Unanimous
Portfolio Holder: Customer, Culture and Communication
Reason
To inform the future library service delivery model.
To reimagine the library service and ensure its efficient delivery.
To deliver options to Cabinet by October 2024.
Report author: Lynda Anderson
Publication date: 08/02/2024
Date of decision: 07/02/2024
Decided at meeting: 07/02/2024 - Cabinet
Accompanying Documents:
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