Page 2598 - Week 12 - Wednesday, 15 November 1989
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ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS
The following answers to questions were provided:
Asbestos Removal
Mrs Grassby: On 14 November Ms Maher asked the following question on the asbestos removal program:
What is the maximum amount so far spent on any one property? Can the Minister provide a breakdown of that cost?
My answer to the member's question is as follows: The maximum amount spent so far on any one property, excluding trial houses where procedures were still being tested, is $55,443.
This sum comprises:
- $47,100 for the actual asbestos removal.
- $3,041 for carpet replacement, necessary in this case as the previous carpet had been laid directly on top of loose asbestos following renovations.
- $1,802 for furniture storage, necessary in this case in order to completely remove the carpet.
- $3,500 for restoration work.
The price for this house was higher than normal because of a number of unusual factors incurred with this job.
Bicycle Storage
Mrs Grassby: On 14 November Mr Jensen asked the following question:
I understand that ACTION has met with Pedal Power to discuss a proposal for bicycle storage facilities at bus interchanges. In view of an agreement by ACTION to conduct a survey to determine the likely patronage of these facilities if they were to be installed at Belconnen, Civic and Woden interchanges, can the Minister advise whether the survey has been conducted and, if so, when the results of the survey can be expected to be released.
Can I add to that for the Minister: if it is proposed to install these facilities to encourage dual bike-bus transport within the ACT, when may ACTION be considering doing that?
My answer to the member's question is as follows:
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