Issue - meetings

The Committee received a report from the Head of Community Development regarding improvements to the Ross Street Community Centre.

Councillors Brown and Saunders spoke in support of the project.

In response to questions the Head of Community Development confirmed the following:

i.                 Work was being undertaken with the County Council regarding childcare provision.

ii.               There was a need for this additional childcare to be both affordable and sustainable.

iii.             Adequate cycle parking at the Community Centre would be provided.

In response to questions from Ms Shepherd and Councillor Walsh regarding the loss of childcare facilities across the city, Councillor Bourke agreed to look into the issue.

Resolved (unanimously) to:

i)                Agree, subject to confirmation of funding from the County Council, tender, relevant planning and building regulation approval, the project to improve Ross Street Community Centre by increasing space for childcare provision and adding a new kitchenette, toilets and storage.