Decision details

Matter for Decision: This report sets out the conclusions of a review of the way the Council’s community centres should be managed into the future to ensure they are protected for community use in a climate of reducing public sector resources.

Decision of the Executive Councillor:

The Executive Councillor resolved to:

       i.          Agree the strategy for the management of the Council’s community centres 2013-2016 as set out in Section 7 of the officer’s report

      ii.          Endorse the approach being taken by partners to develop management arrangements for the new multi-use centre at Clay Farm.

Reasons for the Decision: As set out in the officer’s report

Any alternative options considered and rejected: As set out in the officer’s report

Scrutiny Considerations:

The committee received a report from the Head of Community Development.

The Executive Councillor thanked everyone that was able to attend the workshops, and thanked officers for their hard work.

The Scrutiny Committee considered and endorsed the recommendations by 4 votes to 0.

The Executive Councillor approved the recommendations.

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

Not applicable.