Meeting documents

1 THE ISSUE

1.1 This paper provides the Trustees with an update on general management issues at the Recreation Ground.

2 RECOMMENDATION

2.1 The Bath recreation Ground Trust is asked to note the contents of this report.

3 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

3.1 Any Financial implications have been noted within the content of this report.

4 THE REPORT

4.1 Car Parking

Work is being undertaking to repair pot holes in the surface of the area behind the East Stand car park.

4.2 Licence Arrangements

Negotiations are progressing to improve the commercial terms of the arrangements governing the use of Trust assets by Bath Rugby Club.

4.3 New Wicket

A new cricket wicket has been laid in front of the temporary stand to make more space available on the remainder of the Recreation Ground for different activities consistent with the objectives of the Trust. It is intended to invite clubs and societies to apply to the Trust to use the facilities in due course.

4.4 Tree Works

The remaining trees in the corner of the Recreation Ground by the sports centre were felled in accordance with a planning application for installation of temporary seating. Appropriate replanting will be considered when the planning permission expires. The works were carried out under the supervision of the Council's Arboreal Officer to ensure no damage was done to the root area of the adjoining Tulip trees.

5 RISK MANAGEMENT

5.1 Not applicable for this report.

6 RATIONALE

6.1 General management fulfils the terms of the Trust.

7 OTHER OPTIONS CONSIDERED

7.1 None

8 CONSULTATION

8.1 Open Spaces and Parking Services, Bath and North East Somerset Council.

9 ISSUES TO CONSIDER IN REACHING THE DECISION

9.1 General management fulfils the terms of the Trust.

10 ADVICE SOUGHT

10.1 Open Spaces and Parking Services, Bath and North East Somerset Council.