Decision details

Matter for Decision

Previous Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) bids in 2008, 2011 and 2012 have considered options to develop the Rouse Ball Pavilion into a valued community asset providing a café facility, meeting space, storage for operational use and new toilets.

Bids have also considered the location, and the merits of forging links with the Jesus Green swimming pool.

The building is in a poor state of repair, both externally and internally, and is currently providing little value to Jesus Green. 

Developer contributions collected for community facilities and formal sport can be used to meet the costs of some work. A capital bid may be required and external funding opportunities will also be sought prior to any bid.

This project reflects on the previous consultation undertaken for the HLF bids, it also takes into consideration the previously developed, audience development plan and business case used to support the grant bids.

Decision of Executive Councillor for Public Places

       i.          Instructed Officers to consultation on a range of options for the future of the Rouse Ball Pavilion on Jesus Green, to include the following:

·       The refurbishment of existing pavilion.

·       The demolition and rebuilding of the pavilion around the same location.

·       The demolition and rebuilding of a pavilion in a new location on Jesus Green.

·       The demolition and rebuilding of a pavilion in a location that would provide facilities for users of both the Green and the outdoor swimming pool and retain the kiosk in the current position.

     ii.          Instructed officers to seek external funding to support options, and to prepare a project appraisal for a future Scrutiny Committee.

Reason for the Decision

As set out in the Officer’s report.

Any Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

Not applicable.

Scrutiny Considerations

Committee did not request this item for pre-scrutiny.

Conflicts of Interest Declared by the Executive Councillor (and any Dispensations Granted)

No conflicts of interest were declared by the Executive Councillor.