Decision details

The Committee gave consideration to a report which updated them on the 2018 flood event and subsequent relief works in Oban.  The report drew Members attention to the purpose and progress of the flood study currently underway for Oban.  The report provided guidance on interim works which had been completed to reduce flood risk, and gave clarity on the flood study programme including the potential for a wider flood scheme.

Decision

The Environment, Development and Infrastructure Committee –

1.    Noted the interim actions undertaken to mitigate immediate flood risk by carrying out works to the pumps in Lochavullin car park, and the provision of temporary flood barriers.

2.    Welcomed the progress on the Oban flood study which was assessing flood risk and potential for cost beneficial flood protection solutions for Oban, with potential funding available from 2022 at the earliest.

3.    Noted the advice and links to advice available to the public at the Council’s website https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/transport-and-streets/flood-advice.

(Reference:  Report by Executive Director – Development and Infrastructure Services dated 29 January 2019, submitted)