Decision details

Under paragraph 4.2.1 of the Council Procedure Rules, the Chair used his discretion to alter the order of the agenda items. However, for ease of the reader, these minutes will follow the order of the agenda.

The Committee received a report from the Urban Growth Project Manager.

The report outlined six proposals for local play area or open space improvements and assessed them against the specific selection criteria.

Members unanimously resolved to prioritise the following local project proposals for the use of devolved S106 contributions from North Area, subject to business case approvals:

     i.        More play equipment and landscaping improvements at Alexandra Gardens (£35,000 cost estimate from ‘play provision for children and teenagers’ funds [£15k] and ‘informal open space [£20k]).

    ii.        Improving biodiversity and access at Bramblefields local nature reserve (£12,000 cost estimate from ‘informal open space’ funds).

   iii.        New skate and children’s scooter park at Chesterton Recreation Ground (£50,000 cost estimate from ‘informal open space’ funds);

  iv.        Mini climbing dome at Nun’s Way Rec Ground (£20,000 cost estimate from ‘play provision for children and teenagers’ funds).