Purpose

The Council adopted the CAT policy in February
2024 and St.Mary’s community centre was listed as one of the
assets to transfer. Following a 2-stage process conducted between
July and December 2024, in line with the CAT Policy, the CAT panel
recommend that Re-generate Rise are successful and proceed with the
transfer of St.Mary’s.
As per the Community Asset Transfer (CAT) Policy, the decision to
transfer the asset was approved by the relevant member portfolio
holder (in this case Cllr Steve Greentree) and
authority was delegated to the Strategic Director - Communities, in
consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Communities, to take all
necessary steps to effect this decision.

Content

Approved the transfer of St.Mary’s to
the community group Re-generate Rise and to enter into a lease
agreement for the building.

Reasons for the decision

Due to the Council's financial position, the
Council is looking for community groups to operate discretionary
community centres to sustain this local service.

Alternative options considered

Option 1 - Closure
Option 2 - Re-open to expressions of interest