Decision details

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.

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

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

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