Issue - meetings

Report of the Leisure Services Team Manager

The Head of Economic Regeneration presented the report to Members and provided an update on the ongoing projects.

Coalville Forest Adventure Park

Councillor J Geary expressed concerns regarding the significant increase in anti-social behaviour and asked if there had been any damage to the play equipment.  The Head of Economic Regeneration explained that the anti-social behaviour was mainly related to the consumption of alcohol on the park, which had resulted in broken glass, and graffiti on the equipment.  Officers were working with the Safer Stronger Communities team and the police to mitigate the issues.  It was confirmed that any paint on the equipment had been removed.

Melrose Road Play Hub

Councillor D Everitt asked for confirmation that the Permissive Footpath Agreement would include the steps as well as the actual footpath as there was no mention of them in the report.  The Head of Economic Regeneration agreed to provide confirmation outside of the meeting, as he did not have the information to hand.

Coalville Park Green

Councillors M B Wyatt, J Geary and J Legrys expressed concerns regarding the proposals to extend the park into the adjoining field, as it would restrict what could be done in area in the future.  It also provided a buffer between the park and residential area.  Councillor M B Wyatt felt it would be beneficial for the Friends of Coalville Park Group to attend the Working Party to discuss the future direction of the park.  Councillor J Legrys commented that as an attendee of the Friends of Coalville Park Group, there was a great deal of pressure from parents to upgrade the park and have play equipment on the field.  However, he did share residents’ concerns about possible anti-social behaviour and therefore the final decision would be a difficult one.

Lillehammer Drive

Councillor J Legrys thanked officers for their ongoing efforts on the project as they had worked very hard to get to the current position.  He reported that at a local meeting between the school and residents, the consensus was that the school should take over the responsibility of the land, which would mean that it could be properly regulated.  He accepted that there would be a cost for legal fees but he was in support of the recommendation to Cabinet.  Councillor M B Wyatt reiterated his concerns regarding the possible extension into the field at the rear of this site as it was mentioned as an option for the Section 106 funding.  Councillor J Geary requested a site visit for Members.  It was agreed for the Leisure Services Team Manager to arrange.

London Road Closed Cemetery

Councillor M B Wyatt commented that he had visited the cemetery and was pleased with the quality of the equipment.  He stressed the importance of making sure everyone within the cemetery was represented on the notice board.  The Head of Economic Regeneration assured Members that the notice board design would be presented to the Working Party before it was installed.

Coalville Floral Displays 2019

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