Decision details

To receive an update on the proposed OLC Playing Fields Development and seek capital provision as necessary.

(1)       That, as the anticipated external funding was no longer available and as new playing pitch facilities had recently been installed in neighbouring authority areas, the proposed development of the Ongar Leisure Centre all-weather pitches be considered no longer viable;

(2)        That, subject to further negotiations with Waltham Abbey Town Council with respect to management arrangements and income share, the re-allocation of the £527,000 Capital Provision for the Ongar Scheme to provide a new full sized third generation floodlit all-weather pitch at Town Mead Recreation Ground, Waltham Abbey be agreed in principle;

(3)        That, as a result of further negotiations with Waltham Abbey Town Council,  a further report on the full revenue consequences be submitted to the Cabinet before final approval be given to proceed to tender;

(4)        That, if required, a planning application be submitted at the appropriate time for the new floodlit pitch at Town Mead Recreation Ground; and

(5)        That the existing grass pitches in Ongar be maintained to a suitable standard by the Grounds Maintenance section.