Decision details

To consider the recommendations

RESOLVED THAT:

1.    In advance of planning permission being considered by the Planning Committee on (anticipated 18 August 2022), and noting the costs and risks set out in this report, Cheltenham Borough Council agrees to lead the delivery of an Ice Rink in Cheltenham for the 2022 Christmas period;

2.    A total potential financial commitment as set out in section 2.22 of this report alongside the income targets be approved;

3.    It be noted that officers are progressing procurement, and that the authority to appoint a contractor to provide the Ice Rink be delegated to the Director of Communities and Economic Development, including agreeing the terms of the contract and entrance fees, in consultation with Director of Finance and Assets and the Cabinet Member for Economic Development, Culture, Tourism and Wellbeing.