The subject of the decision:

This report sought approval for delivery of a scheme of improvements at Bedale Leisure Centre.

Alternative options considered:

None.

The reason for the decision:

Within the Council Plan, 2019-23, community leisure facility improvements at Bedale were identified as a key project.  This project was part of the Council’s strategy to invest in leisure facilities across the district.

The Decision:

That Cabinet approves and recommends to Council:

(1)     the planned approach to investment at Bedale Leisure Centre for sports and physical activity improvements highlighted within this report;

(2)     that £314,000 is allocated from the Community Infrastructure Levy to fund the improvements, and

(3)     flexibility to deliver the elements of the project within budget is delegated to the Director of Leisure and Communities as highlighted within section 4.0 of the report.