Councillor I.T.E. Harvey

To consider a report on a proposed extension to the Fordbridge day centre, Ashford and make a recommendation to Council.

Cabinet considered a report on a proposed new extension to the Fordbridge Day Centre.

The extension would increase the capacity of the dining room to seat 101 visitors and provide a flexible area for other activities such as classes, games or exercise to take place.

Alternative options considered and rejected by the Cabinet:

·         Do nothing

Resolved to

1.    Recommend to Council a supplementary capital estimate of £130,000 for the proposed extension at the Fordbridge Centre, and its inclusion in the 2019/20 capital programme;

2.    Approve the capital spend of £130,000 for the extension; and

3.    Agree to proceed with Option 3 as set out in Appendix 1

Reason for Decision

The Centre is operating at full capacity and cannot currently accommodate additional visitors. The Centre has requested a ground floor extension in order that it can accommodate more visitors for lunch and to access the Centre facilities/activities.