Decision:
That the Cabinet note the verbal update.
Minutes:
The Cabinet was provided with a presentation on the restoration process which had taken place to provide the children’s centre in Colnbrook. Officers advised that the building had been affected by wet rot and woodworm, in addition to missing a roof, windows and water supply. After seven months of work, the grade one listed building had been restored to create a welcoming hub for the community and offering a secure environment for children.
The centre now offered a broad range of services, including a self service library, which was jointly provided by Sure Start and Library Services (Slough) in Slough. The service enabled members of the public to access books within the main library system. The Cabinet was advised that the Centre offered facilities for training classes, a family learning centre and health visitor drop in sessions. Services to be offered by the Centre were to be advertised during open days held on 24th and 25th November 2011.
In response to a question, the Cabinet was informed that it was intended that the Centre be used to its full potential via the use of volunteers, who would enable it be open as frequently as possible. Officers advised that they were currently in the process of building relationships with volunteering organisations and establishing who may become a suitable key holder.
Resolved - That the Cabinet note the verbal update.