RYDE

TOWN COUNCIL

Briefing Note To: Meeting of the Full Town Council – 5 September 2022

Proposer: Councillor Michael Lilley

Proposal: That the Town Council resolves to:

Proposal By Way of Notice of Motion

1. Support a funding application by University of Portsmouth Architecture Department

to establish a community-led/engagement project to establish a sustainable plan for

St.John’s Park and Wood.

2. Support the RTC St.John’s Park/Wood working group to work with local residents,

ward councillors, Natural Enterprise, St. John’s Trust and University of Portsmouth

in leading on the development and implementation of the plan.

Background:

Ryde Town Council has approved the purchase of St. John’s Park and Wood and has

budgeted for the purchase and maintenance in 2022/23 budget. However, RTC currently

lacks capacity and possible extra funding needed to fully implement the project. The

involvement of University of Portsmouth Architectural department will enable RTC to

access additional funding, expertise, and human resources to develop a strong

sustainable plan, engage residents, and implement RTC’s approved commitment.

Budget Implications

Advice may be sought from RFO

The project is already budgeted. University of Portsmouth involvement will enable the a

substantial part of current St. John’s budget to be moved to 2023/24 with still starting the

development of the project in 2022/23. It will enable real community engagement as it

through the UoP have access to capacity and human resources and therefore minimise

pressure on RTC staff team.

Legal Powers

Advice may be sought from Clerk

RTC has a MOU agreement with University of Portsmouth.

Name

Councillor Michael Lilley – Mayor of Ryde and Chair of Paresonel Panel.

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