Agenda item

The Committee received the report of the Project Officer along with a verbal update from the Head of Operations and Estates regarding the progress of the proposed MUGA/MUSA project at Ralegh Crescent.

Members were advised that officers continued to support West Oxfordshire District Council (WODC) in progressing the project. Two potential site options were currently being considered: Ralegh Crescent and the adjacent Deer Park open space. The Committee heard of concerns which were raised by both WODC and the Town Council regarding the viability of the Deer Park site; however, it was proposed that this option be included within the future tender process to determine its financial feasibility.

The Committee expressed thanks to the Project Officer for their continued work in progressing the project in partnership with WODC, particularly in light of delays arising from Section 106 funding requirements.

It was agreed that, in future, the Town Council should seek greater input into Section 106 agreements to help mitigate similar delays. Members requested that the Town Clerk contact the relevant Section 106 Officer to explore the feasibility of this approach.

In response to a Member’s question regarding lighting at the proposed sports facility, the Head of Operations and Estates confirmed that advanced LED lighting with timer controls would be installed to minimise impact on neighbouring properties.

Resolved:

1.     That the report be noted, and

2.     That the Town Clerk contact the relevant Section 106 Officer to explore opportunities for increased Town Council input into future agreements.