Decision details

The Sport and Leisure Manager submitted a report to seek approval for the investment in new fitness equipment for the Council’s sport and leisure facilities at the new Queen’s Park Sports Centre and the Healthy Living Centre.

Existing fitness equipment was reaching the end of its lifespan and a refresh of the facilities provided was necessary to continue to provide a high quality service and to meet customer expectations.

Continuing to use existing equipment at the Queen’s Park Sports Centre and the Healthy Living Centre with only a limited investment in new additional equipment for the new Queen’s Park Sports Centre was not a recommended option as it would have had an negative impact in terms of maintenance costs, the quality of the equipment and the standard of service.

* RESOLVED –

1)           That a refresh and investment in new fitness equipment in the facilities at the Healthy Living Centre and the new Queen’s Park Sports Centre be agreed.

2)           That it be recommended to Full Council that a supplementary budget be approved to cover the estimated funding shortfall.

REASON FOR DECISIONS

To support delivery of the Council’s vision and corporate priorities for Chesterfield:

·        To make Chesterfield a thriving borough.

·        To improve the quality of life for local people.

·        To provide value for money services.