Decision details

To agree a five-year improvement programme for the Council’s existing play recreational facilities in the Borough.

The investment in play areas and recreational facilities over the last 10 years has been both valued by elected members and well received with residents.  This has been supported by a responsive inspection and maintenance service that has ensured facilities are kept safe and operational. 

To continue to provide and maintain a good standard of play and recreational provision, and to ensure these existing facilities remain safe, attractive and accessible to all children and young people across the Borough, a review of the current arrangements has been undertaken.

RESOLVED that the Executive approves:

(a)  the five-year play and recreational improvement programme as detailed in the report; and

(b)  a budget allocation of up to £950,000 from the open spaces maintenance reserve.