Agenda item

To receive and consider the report of the Venue & Events Officer

The Committee received and considered the report of the Venue & Events Officer

Members were informed by the Deputy Town Clerk that the use of the word “obligation” in the second paragraph of the report had been raised by a member of the public. While the provision of an arts facility was not a statutory duty of the Council, the Town Council was obliged to provide it in respect of the funding received from West Oxfordshire District Council towards the renovation of the Corn Exchange.

Members welcomed the report on the café and bar, noting a significant year-on-year increase in takings, as well as the positive feedback received from recent events, including the Advent Fayre and Christmas afternoon teas.

Members congratulated officers and staff on the success of recent events and the ongoing improvements at the Corn Exchange.

Resolved:

That the report and verbal updates be noted.