Decision details

By Minute 4 (19 June 2018), the Cabinet approved proposals for the Council to work with The Football Foundation and other bodies on a major improvement project via the national ‘Parklife’ programme at Parsloes Park.

In light of significant increases to project costs mainly due to inflation in construction and component costs, the Cabinet will be asked to reconsider the Council’s commitment to the overall project and, if appropriate, approve additional funding through borrowing.

Cabinet resolved to:

(i)  Agree that the Council proceeds with the Parklife project in Parsloes Park to deliver high-quality pavilion facilities to support local football growth in the Borough and associated sports and social activity, and enter the Grant Deed and Delivery Agreements;

(ii)  Agree the provision of additional funding of up to £6.1m, via prudential borrowing, to address the project shortfall;

(iii)  Delegate authority to the Strategic Director, Inclusive Growth, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Community Leadership and Engagement and the Chief Legal Officer, to let the facilities to the National Football Trust on the terms set out in the report subject to compliance with s123 of the Local Government Act 1972; and

(iv)  Delegate authority to the Strategic Director, Inclusive Growth, in consultation with the Chief Legal Officer, procure and enter into all necessary contracts and agreements, in accordance with the Council’s Constitution, to ensure completion of the Parklife project.