The West Ham Park Committee meeting scheduled for 30 April 2026 was set to discuss a range of operational and strategic matters concerning the park. Key agenda items included the election of the Chair and Deputy Chair, an update on risk management, and a review of the Assistant Director's report. The committee was also scheduled to consider a statutory biodiversity report, outlining the City of London Corporation's efforts to conserve and enhance biodiversity.

Election of Chair and Deputy Chair

The meeting was scheduled to begin with the election of a Chair and Deputy Chair for the committee, in accordance with the relevant standing orders.

Order of the Court of Common Council

The committee was to receive an Order of the Court of Common Council dated 23 April 2026 for information. This order would likely outline any new directives or appointments relevant to the committee's work.

Appointment of an Observer to the Natural Environment Board

A decision was to be made regarding the appointment of a Member to serve as an observer to the Natural Environment Board.

Minutes of Previous Meetings

The committee was scheduled to agree the public minutes and non-public summaries of its previous meetings held on 11 December 2025 and 29 January 2026.

Assistant Director's Report

A report from the Executive Director, Environment was listed for discussion, providing an update on matters relating to West Ham Park. This report, detailed in the West Ham Park Assistant Director's Report 30 April 2026, would likely cover recent activities, horticultural improvements, community engagement, and any operational updates since the last meeting.

Risk Management Update

A report on risk management was scheduled for decision. This report, detailed in the West Ham Park Risk Management Update Report March 2026, would provide an overview of the risk management procedures in place for the West Ham Park Charity, ensuring compliance with the Corporate Risk Management Framework and the Charities Act 2011. The report includes the West Ham Park Risks Appendix 1 and the City of London Corporation Risk Matrix Appendix 2.

Statutory Biodiversity Report

The committee was to receive a Statutory Biodiversity Report for information. This report, detailed in the City of London Corporation Statutory Biodiversity Report 2023 - 2026 and its appendix Appendix 1 - City of London Corporation Statutory Biodiversity Report 2023 - 2026, outlines the City Corporation's compliance with its statutory duty to conserve and enhance biodiversity, as required by the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act 2006 and the Environment Act 2021.

Exclusion of the Public

A motion was to be considered regarding the exclusion of the public from certain agenda items. This was due to the sensitive nature of the information, relating to the City Corporation's role as a charity trustee, which would be discussed in a non-public session.

Non-Public Agenda

Following the exclusion of the public, the committee was scheduled to discuss non-public minutes from previous meetings and address any urgent business or questions relating to the committee's work in a private session.