Agenda item

To receive and consider the confidential verbal update of the Town Clerk/C.E.O.

The Town Clerk/C.E.O provided a confidential verbal update on matters relating to the Council’s property and legal matters.

Members were advised that Heads of Terms had been agreed for the lease of the Courtside Hub and facilities at The Leys. The terms provided long-term stability for the tenant, guaranteed income for the Council, and included regular reporting requirements.

The Committee also heard that progress had been made on draft Heads of Terms for a new lease to West Witney Sports & Social Club, which were currently under negotiation for implementation following the completion of the ongoing refurbishment. During the build, the cost of utilities and services was being covered by the Council.

Members noted that a full building survey, including the roof at Langdale Hall had recently been carried out, with a report to follow in due course.

Finally, Members were advised that officers were exploring the creation of the Community Trust, to manage the day-to-day running of Windrush Place Pavilion and its pitches in line with the model previously adopted at Madley Park Hall. Initial legal and start-up costs would be met by the Council to support good governance and long-term sustainability.

Resolved:

That, the Town Clerk’s confidential verbal report be noted.