Decision details

To approve Capital Grant Funding and to note Draft Heads of Terms.

The Chief Recreation Officer submitted a report setting out the outcomes of discussions and bringing forward a proposal to enter into a partnership with the University of Leeds in order to secure public access to a new swimming facility on the University campus.

RESOLVED –

(a)  That approval in principle be given to a capital contribution towards the capital costs of a new pool;

(b)  That a Legal Agreement be drawn up between the University of Leeds and the City Council that reflects a financial contribution in the region of £1,250,000 (but not exceeding £1,500,000) and the detailed access arrangements for the general public; and

(c)  That a further report seeking final authority to spend be brought back to this Board in due course.