Decision details

RESOLVED:

(1)       That the decision to open both Letchworth and Hitchin outdoor pools this summer season be supported:

(2)       That, subject to usage, Covid-19 restrictions and affordability. the extension of the opening season and the extension of opening hours by 2 hours on one evening a week for a period of 2 months for each outdoor pool be supported;

(3)       That Cabinet delegate authority to the Service Director Place to take decisions regarding the extension period of the outdoor pools, which will be dependent upon Covid-19 restrictions and affordability, in consultation with the Executive Member for Environment and Leisure, the Service Director Resources and Executive Member for Finance an IT so that a timely decision can be made.

REASON FOR DECISIONS: To ensure the Council continues to deliver leisure services that support the health and wellbeing of our residents throughout the Coronavirus pandemic.