Council invests in improved maintenance of corporate assets

Residents across the Melton borough will benefit from improved maintenance of council-owned assets following the appointment of new repairs and maintenance contractor, Merisons Ltd.

Under the new contract, the Council is taking a proactive approach to maintaining corporate facilities across the borough, including car parks, allotments and buildings, through a combination of planned and preventative works alongside responsive and outstanding repairs.

Leicestershire based contractor Merisons bring a wealth of experience to this partnership with Melton Borough Council, having delivered a wide range of similar projects across both the public and commercial sectors. Merisons strong alignment with the council’s values scored highly during the procurement process, and the company is committed to delivering meaningful social value through projects across the borough.

Greg Merison, Director of Merisons Ltd said “We’re delighted to be working in partnership with Melton Borough Council to help maintain and improve important facilities and public assets across the borough.
As a Leicestershire-based contractor, we’re proud to support the local community and look forward to building a strong working relationship with Melton Borough Council. We are dedicated to ensuring that council-owned spaces and facilities remain safe, functional and well maintained for everyone who uses them.”

Cllr Robert Child, Portfolio Holder for Corporate Finance, Property and Resources, added that:
“We are excited to be working with Merisons Ltd and look forward to a strong partnership that will support the delivery of lasting improvements for local people. Residents can expect improvements to council-owned car parks including pothole repairs, resurfacing works, and ongoing maintenance of line markings and lighting. Allotments will also see repairs to gates, and fencing.

“This contract represents an important investment in the council’s corporate property portfolio, ensuring our public and council owned spaces remain safe, functional and well maintained for the community.”

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For more information please contact: communications@melton.gov.uk