Agenda item

To review the Committee Terms of Reference (TOR) if appropriate.

The Committee received and considered the report of the Deputy Town Clerk.

It was proposed by Cllr R Smith, seconded by Cllr J Robertshaw that the following recommended changes to the current Terms of Reference be made.

• (e) To oversee the management of Hailey Road, Lakeside, Newland and Windrush Place Allotments whilst leased to the Witney Allotment Association.

And that additionally the following new Terms of Reference be included:

• To oversee the development and management of the Corn Exchange (including the 1863 café bar) as a community hub and arts centre in line with the Council’s vision and long-term business plan for the venue.
• Within all its decision making ensure that the green environment and biodiversity of public open spaces is protected and enhanced in line with the Council’s Climate Emergency aspirations.
• To oversee any development and investment in Council-owned public halls, and the supporting infrastructure, ensuring they meet the needs of the community, remain safe and compliant.

Members were unanimous in agreement of the proposed changes.

Recommended:

1.      That, the changes as noted above be made to the Terms of Reference and,

2.      That, those changes be approved at the meeting of the Council on 23^rd June 2025.