Thank you, Mr. Chairman. In this particular case, both deputy ministers of the client departments were consulted. We did get legal advice on our ability to extend the existing lease without going out to competition. As you are aware, we tabled some information in the House about other leases that have been extended. We needed an overall legal opinion on our ability to do that within the existing leases. I also talked with all deputy ministers about how we should deal with all their office space requirements in Yellowknife. I asked for their advice. They finally agreed in July, 1997, in terms of what we would recommend to Cabinet. It is a very consultative process before we enter into these kinds of arrangements and when we decide to extend a lease for a significant period of time. It is not done without a lot of consideration. It was not a snap decision. I had the benefit of advice from a variety of colleagues before the decision was made.
Mr. Lovely on Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on February 13th, 1998. See this statement in context.
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
February 12th, 1998
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