Decision

The Community Development and Engagement Portfolio has decided to approve project spend, carry out necessary works, and transfer ownership of playgrounds to a Parish Council.

Analysis

outcome: Recommendations were approved.

summary: The decision involves approving a project spend, carrying out necessary works on Council land, commencing a procurement process, and transferring ownership of playgrounds to a Parish Council.

topline: The Community Development and Engagement Portfolio has decided to approve project spend, carry out necessary works, and transfer ownership of playgrounds to a Parish Council.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves transferring ownership of public spaces to a Parish Council, which could impact local stakeholders and community members.

affected_stakeholders: ["Community members", "Local residents", "Bramshott and Liphook Parish Council"]

contentiousness_score: 6

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://easthants.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=382

Decision Maker: Community Development and Engagement Portfolio

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:   Portfolio Holder Delegated Decision taken pursuant to Part Two, Section D Article 20.  ‘The Cabinet (Executive) Functions  

Content:   Portfolio Holder Delegated Decision taken pursuant to Part Two, Section D Article 20.  ‘The Cabinet (Executive) Functions   a.             Approve a project spend of £174,894.17 which is being funded through Developer Contributions and external funding contributions referred to in section 6; b.             Agree that the necessary works can be carried out on Council land; c.              Agree the commencement of a procurement process compliant with Contract Procedure Rules and entering into contractual arrangements for the services; and d.             Agree, in principle, to transfer ownership of the Admers Crescent Playground, The Lyndons Playground and The Avenue Playground to Bramshott and Liphook Parish Council, in accordance with the Community Asset Transfer Policy.  

Date of Decision: August 15, 2025