Agenda item

To receive and consider the confidential report of the Town Clerk/C.E.O & Deputy Town Clerk.

The Committee received the confidential report of the Town Clerk/CEO which included updates on St Marys’ Church Carillion, lease agreement with Bob Wilson Funfairs and progress of the Windrush Place Pavillion.

Members received and considered the report of the Diocese clock advisor and in respect of the St Marys’ Church Carillion Members were in in favour of preserving the heritage of the church and its clock assets. The Town Clerk/CEO advised that funds had been set allocated in the 2025/26 budget to be used for any necessary repairs that were identified in the report of the clock custodians.

The Committee received and considered the recommendation of the Stronger Communities Committee in respect of a lease Agreement with Bob Wilson Funfairs. Members were unanimous in support of the current proposal.

Members heard from the Town Clerk/CEO on the progression of the Pavillion and it was agreed by Members that a Pavillion Task & Finish group be established so that this could be focused on bringing about the best resolution for the Council and community. It was agreed unanimously that the group be made up of Cllrs Crouch, Smith and Newcombe and that the Town Clerk/CEO circulate details collated so far to the group.

Lastly, the Deputy Town Clerk advised the Committee of a potential copyright issue which was being explored further by Officers, it was agreed that Officers speak with the National Association of Local Councils to gain their views.

Resolved:

1.     That, the report and verbal update noted and,

2.     That, a “Pavilion Task & Finish Group” be established and the membership be made up of Cllrs, Crouch, Smith & Newcombe and,

3.     That, the recommendation of the Stronger Communities Committee concerning the commercial agreement with Bob Wilson Funfairs be approved and,

4.      That, repairs to the St. Mary’s Church clock & carillon be carried out in accordance with the Oxford Diocesan report and,

5.     That, Officers contact NALC in relation to the copyright issue.