Issue - meetings

Purpose of Report

To confirm to Executive the finalised proposals in relation to the ongoing operation of the Usher Art Gallery together with the safe storage, conservation and display of the city council’s art and artefacts. The proposals had been developed following extensive further negotiations with Lincolnshire County Council and a range of external stakeholders.

Decision

(1)  That the proposed agreement negotiated with Lincolnshire County Council, as detailed in the report, be approved.

(2)  That authority be delegated to the Director of Communities and Environment, in consultation with the City Solicitor, to agree minor changes, which did not alter the overall position as set out in sections 3 and 4 of the report, and then enter into the necessary contractual arrangements for a revised lease, Collections Management Agreement and Service Level Agreement with Lincolnshire County Council.

(3)  That officers be instructed to transfer material within the archaeological collections to Lincolnshire County Council. Such material being that discovered outside the current city boundaries but within the wider Lincolnshire footprint. 

(4)  That officers be instructed to bring a further report back to Executive detailing the proposals relating to the rationalisation of the city’s artefacts.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

Alternative options considered and rejected are set out in Minute 28 above.

Reasons for the Decision

The reasons for the decision are set out at Minute 28 above.