Decision details

The report considers the options for the future delivery of the grounds maintenance service for the Council’s sports pitches, parks and open spaces from January 2023.

RESOLVED –

1. That the Head of Housing, Health and Environment in consultation with the Monitoring Officer and S151 Officer be given delegated authority to enter into a further 2-year contract extension with Tivoli to end 31 December 2024 be approved.
2. That the Council’s Monitoring Officer and S151 Officer be given delegated authority to undertake all legal and financial requirements necessary to complete the extension of the Grounds Maintenance Contract be approved.
3. That the Head of Housing, Health and Environment works with Tivoli to identify further environmental enhancements for the service and increase public awareness of the actions being taken be approved. 

REASON FOR DECISION:

To give certainty of cost and minimise risk for the Council for a period of 3 years.