URL: https://moderngov.rotherham.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2010

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Regeneration and Environment

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: To agree the public consultation for the redevelopment of the Bill Winder children’s playground utilising:   ·       £53k S106 (RB2019/1967 Chesterhill Avenue / Oldgate Lane) ·       £21k Ward Councillors capital.  

Content: To agree the public consultation for the redevelopment of the Bill Winder children’s playground utilising:   ·       £53k S106 (RB2019/1967 Chesterhill Avenue / Oldgate Lane) ·       £21k Ward Councillors capital.     ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL   RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION   Date of Decision: 4th September, 2025 Title: Consultation for the redevelopment of the Bill Winder Children’s Playground Decision Maker: (Including Job Title) Polly Hamilton, Assistant Director, Culture, Sport & Tourism Details of Specific Delegation   or   Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.     Sub Scheme of Delegation - Strategic Director of Regeneration and Environment   Operational management of Galleries, Museums, Designated Heritage Site(s), Music venues, Libraries, Parks, Country Parks, recreation grounds, play areas, picnic sites, camping and caravan sites countryside sites and other cultural, leisure, recreational, play, green space and tourism destinations and facilities, and all land held by the Council specifically for public open space and recreation.   Page 26 refers.   Decision: To agree the public consultation for the redevelopment of the Bill Winder children’s playground utilising: •         £53k S106 (RB2019/1967 Chesterhill Avenue / Oldgate Lane) •         £21k Ward Councillors capital.   Reasons for the Decision: Engaging the community will help ensure the final design is inclusive, well-informed, and aligned with local expectations, supporting the Council’s commitment to participatory planning and high-quality play provision Details of alternative options considered and rejected: Proceeding with the redevelopment without consulting local residents and children was considered but ultimately rejected. This approach risked delivering a play area that did not reflect community needs, potentially resulting in low usage and dissatisfaction. Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision: None Dispensations Granted: (If any) None Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision: None Dispensations Granted: (If any) None Reports or parts of reports relevant to the decision being taken:   Equalities Impact Analysis - Chloe Harrop Carbon Impact Analysis - Louise Preston     I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:   To agree the public consultation for the redevelopment of the Bill Winder children’s playground utilising: •         £53k S106 (RB2019/1967 Chesterhill Avenue / Oldgate Lane) •         £21k Ward Councillors capital.   I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.   Signed by the Decision Maker:     Dated:          4th September 2025   Name:          Polly Hamilton Job Title:     Assistant Director, Culture, Sport & Tourism  

Date of Decision: September 17, 2025