Issue - meetings

6.30pm

The Chair of the Scrutiny Project Group presented a report on the Future Use of the Former Queen’s Park Sports Centre Site. Three key aspects were highlighted to the committee;

·        The design of the pitch and the surrounding landscaping to complement the heritage value of the park

·        The framework contract arrangement which worked effectively and enabled the project to be delivered in a timely manner and within budget

·        The marketing and pricing structure, which was designed to enable use of the pitch by a variety of existing and community groups. There had already been a very positive uptake with over 90% of the peak times already booked.

It was noted that the project group was very pleased with the outcome and the Chair thanked the members of the Project Group for their work on this project and all those who have contributed to its work, particularly Ian Waller as Assistant Director – Health and Wellbeing, Brian Offiler – Democratic and Scrutiny Officer and Councillor John Dickinson as Assistant Cabinet Member (until May 2019).

The Assistant Director for Health and Wellbeing echoed these sentiments. The key objective was to create something that fulfilled a need in the community but was also sympathetic to the heritage of the park. The landscaping had been started but by the spring time it should be completed. It was acknowledged that the feedback from members of the public had been fantastic.

RESOLVED -

That the report and recommendations be approved for submission to cabinet.