Decision details

Options for future of swimming provision.

This report has been deferred from 24 October because of delays in negotiations for Barbican.

This item has been deferred from 21 November in order for a full public consultation to take place.

RESOLVED: (i)         That, in the light of the results of the public consultation, Option C at the Oaklands site be selected as the preferred location and way forward for modernising swimming and leisure facilities (including an enhanced gym and crèche) on the west of the City, and that Officers be instructed to expedite the submission of a planning application for the work, recognising the advantage of undertaking, at the same time, all building work scheduled for the York High School site.

REASON:      To create excellent swimming facilities on the west side of York, in line with the agreed strategy.

                        (ii)        That the proposed agreement with the University of York, involving a partnership approach to providing new swimming facilities in the south of the City, be supported.

REASON:      In order to deliver a comprehensive new sports facility located in the south of the City.

                        (iii)       That Officers be requested to pursue, as quickly as is practical, the plans for refurbishment of the Yearsley pool.

REASON:      To ensure that this essential work is completed with minimum disruption and at an appropriate time.