Decision details

1.    That the project CF171 be funded for the full amount requested of £500,000, composed of:

·         £437,000 capital funding towards the extension of facilities to include an additional gymnasium (40m by 9.5m) to provide additional and bespoke facilities for children with disabilities, including a sensory room and an enhanced reception area.

·         £63,000 to be held by SCC as contingency funding, for release only upon an evidenced request.

2.    To approve the following conditions for the applicant to be included within the funding agreement:

·         updated quotes supplied for sensory room & gym equipment.

·         the applicant uses all possible measures identified to increase sustainability and reduce environmental impact during construction and operation of the facility.

3.    That the applicant be requested to develop a usage policy to be adopted by Leatherhead & Dorking Gymnastics for the life of the facility which ensures the widest access to the community, to include a booking policy and schedule of fees maintaining affordable rates and subsidy for disability classes.

4.    That the applicant be encouraged to consider all reasonable measures which could be undertaken to extend the reach of and use of the facility to more voluntary sector disability organisations and underrepresented groups within the local community.