Recreation and Amenities Committee

The agendas and minutes can be found at the bottom of the page.

Terms of Reference:

• To exercise all functions of the Council in respect of open spaces, recreation grounds, play areas, village greens, shelters, allotments, public rights of way, burial ground and the parish churchyard, public conveniences, footway lighting, street furniture,  environmental services, town market and public property in the ownership or control of the Council.
• To oversee the management of properties owned by Thatcham Town Council and leased or licenced to external organisations.
• To purchase/lease and maintain such vehicles and equipment as may be required to carry out the Council’s duties in connection with the facilities under the control of the Committee.
• To monitor all matters relating to leases and bye-laws in connection with the facilities under the control of the Committee.
• To have joint management functions in respect of Henwick Worthy Sports Ground and joint advisory functions in respect of Kennet Leisure Centre.
• To consider matters relating to the acquisition of land or buildings for recreational, burial or related purposes and make recommendations to Full Council.
• To engage with West Berkshire Council to ensure s106 Developers’ Contributions and Community Infrastructure Levy funds for Thatcham are allocated to meet the needs of the town.
• To consider matters relating to environmental protection and enhancement.
• To work with town centre businesses and other agencies to enhance and promote Thatcham town centre.
• To consider and respond to consultation documents when the appropriate scheduled Committee is not within the given timeframe to meet the deadline.