| Item | Description | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| PART 1 - PUBLIC | ||
| MATTERS FOR RECOMMENDATION TO THE COUNCIL | ||
| CB 13/018 |
Leisure Facilities Review of Management Options |
Consideration was given to the report of the Management Team which updated the position on some of the key issues within the recommendations made by the Leisure and Arts Advisory Board at its meeting on 10 December 2012 regarding the establishment of a new Not for Profit Distributing Organisation (NPDO) for operation of the Council's leisure facilities. Particular reference was made to the need for a new NPDO to obtain admitted body status to the Local Government Pension Scheme to protect the pension rights of any staff transferring to the new organisation. The Director of Finance and Transformation reported that the KCC Superannuation Fund Committee (SFC) had given approval for the Council to stand as guarantor to the NPDO in its application subject to a final decision by the SFC should an admission application be forthcoming. Arrangements were also noted for appointing expert advice for the future, including the continued support of RPT Consulting. RECOMMENDED: That (1) a new Not for Profit Distributing Organisation be established to operate Larkfield Leisure Centre, Angel Centre, Tonbridge Swimming Pool and Poult Wood Golf Centre in the future; (2) a formal TUPE staff consultation be progressed with staff in liaison with UNISON representatives; (3) a detailed Project Plan and Timescale be submitted to the next meeting of the Leisure and Arts Advisory Board; and (4) the estimated consultancy costs of £75,000 be made from the 'Invest to Save Earmarked Reserve'. *Referred to Council |