Issue - decisions

Playbuilder Year 2 Site Selection

09/03/2010 - Playbuilder Year 2 Site Selection

Background:

 

This report presented the 11 sites for investment in Year 2 of the Playbuilder programme, funded by a grant of £597,789 from the Department for Children, Schools and Families.

 

The criteria for the grant set out that the play areas would focus on 8-13 year olds, ensuring sites were attractive to ethnic minorities, girls and provide better disabled access. The criteria also followed Play England design guidance based on natural play.

 

The proposed Year 2 sites for Playbuilder investment were set out in table 1 of the report. Appendix 1 to the report showed the geographical spread of the Playbuilder programme (Year 1 and 2) and other playground investment that had been made through the Big Lottery Fund Programme and the Member Priority Scheme.

 

A Diversity Impact Assessment (DIA) had been carried out on the proposals and the findings indicated that the Playbuilder programme did not need a full diversity impact assessment in this area.

 

It was noted that the Procurement Board had considered this report on 17 February 2010 and had supported the recommendation as set out.

 

Decision number:

Decision:

55/2010

The Cabinet approved the 11 sites proposed for investment in Year 2 of the Playbuilder Programme, as set out in table 1 of the report.

 

Reasons:

 

The proposed sites have been identified through a rigorous process including public consultation, assessment of existing play quality and indices of multiple deprivation.