Decision details

Bath BMX Track, Odd Down Sports Ground

Decision Maker: Director of Public Health and Prevention

Decision status: Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

Deliver upgrade of facilities at Bath BMX Track (Tumps/Odd Down Sports Ground) including new start gate, toilets, water, power and club house facilities. The project fits with our three principles to prepare for the future; deliver for local residents and focus on prevention through an enhancement to a valuable community asset. The project will also improve lives by delivering more for children and young people, and supporting healthy lives and places.

Decision:

To fully approve £40k capital budget, fully funded by Developer CIL Contributions. It should be noted the total project is costed at £146k. £6k will be funded by Bath BMX and £100k has been secured by Bath BMX from Bath Neighbourhood CIL. The £106k will be spent directly and not form part of the councils capital budget.

Alternative options considered:

To not invest in site improvements.

Publication date: 08/02/2024

Date of decision: 07/02/2024