Decision
Analysis
outcome: The recommendations were approved.
summary: The council has made a decision regarding recommendations put forward by the Executive Director Policy, Partnership and Investment.
topline: The Executive Director Policy, Partnership and Investment has decided to approve recommendations put forward by the council.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious due to potential impacts on local stakeholders and the involvement of political parties.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Businesses", "Community groups"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are implications of political influence on the decision.
URL: https://doncaster.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3787
Decision Maker: Executive Director Policy, Partnership and Investment
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose: This report is to seek approval to use £4000 of Section 106 monies for improved play equipment, facilities and lighting at Bentley park, £4000 to be taken from planning reference 22/00430/FULM Background Information Bentley playground and park is an open space area as designated in Doncaster’s unitary development plan. The park itself is located in the North of Doncaster, Within the ward of Bentley. The proposed improvements to the park are all aligned with the park management plan and to the aspirations of the Bentley ward councillors. The park is very well used and popular recreational area in the heart of Bentley. A very historically important area, the park serves a large number of residents with many features unique to it In consultation with Streetscene, ward councillors and residents, the following elements of work are proposed. With the commuted sums we are seeking to enhance the park by carrying out the following works: 1. Install new feeder pillar to band stand 2. Move existing feeder cable to new location 3. Install socket and light switch for the band stand 4. Reinstate all ground works 5. Carry out full test and certification 6. Install sub meter to band stand
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Date of Decision: July 28, 2026