Agenda item

To receive and consider the confidential report of the Project Officer.

The Committee received and considered the confidential report of the Project Officer concerning funding for proposed West Witney Sports Ground projects.

Members were pleased with the positive public response to the consultation on the projects and the Council’s decision to take out a loan to achieve their delivery. The comprehensive details provided in communications, including historical context and rationale, reflected the professionalism of the officers involved.

The Committee was unanimous in recommending to the Council that publics work loan should be applied for to complete these projects.

Recommended:

1.      That, the report be noted and;

2.      That, based on the approval ratings noted in the report, the Council proceeds to apply for a public works loan, not exceeding £1,250,516, to fund both parts of the West Witney Project.