Agenda and minutes

To receive apologies for absence.

The Chair, Councillor Ross, opened the meeting with an expression of sadness at the passing of Her Majesty the Queen. The Committee joined her in a minute’s silence to mourn and reflect on the life and legacy of Her Majesty the Queen.

The Chair, Councillor Ross, explained that it was recommended that the meeting  be restricted to essential items of business only as a mark of respect during the period of national mourning. 

Councillor Baker proposed, Councillor Hynd seconded.

After being put to a vote, the Motion was carried. 

Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Davis, Fryer, Housden and Jockel.

To receive declarations of interest.

Councillor Patrick declared an interest as the ward Member for Dursley Town and did not take part in Agenda Item 4.

To approve the minutes of the meeting held on 5 July 2022.

RESOLVEDThat the Minutes of the meeting held on 5 July 2022 were approved as a correct record.    

To brief members of Housing Committee on the Play Area and Development Action Plans Progress.

The Physical Activity & Health Development Manager introduced the report and explained that the Play Area Development Plan was approved at Community Services and Licensing Committee in February 2022 which began the review of the 32 Stroud District Council (SDC) owned play areas. She further informed the Committee of the 3 stages which needed to be completed prior to investment as detailed below:

·        Stage 1 – A physical condition survey carried out by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA).

·        Stage 2 – Ethos and Leisure Net were appointed to conduct community consultation and data analysis on all play areas in the district.

·       Stage 3 – The Task and Finish Group used the data from both of the external reports, conducted site visits and created the recommendations found on page 13 of the reports pack.

The Chair, Councillor Ross, commended the report and thanked the Officers for such a comprehensive consultation.

Councillor Davies proposed and Councillor Miles seconded.

Councillors Davies and Miles commended the report which was echoed by Ms Adams, Tenant Representative.

In response to Councillor Hynd it was confirmed that any play areas that were due to be repurposed would remain as a green space for community use.

After being put to a vote, the Motion was carried unanimously.

RECOMMENDED That it approve the recommendations for investment as

TO COMMUNITY  identified

SERVICES AND

LICENSING