Issue - meetings

DCBL Stadium - Pitch Replacement

Meeting: 15/01/2026 - Executive Board (Item 90)

DCBL Stadium - Pitch Replacement - Key Decision

Minutes:

          The Board considered a report that sought approval to proceed with the necessary works for the replacement of the pitch at DCBL Stadium as outlined in the report.

 

Reason(s) for Decision

 

To agree capital investment to enable replacement of the artificial pitch at the DCBL Halton Stadium.

 

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

 

None. The pitch is required to be compliant with Rugby League specifications as set out in 3.3 and 3.4.

 

Implementation Date

 

To commence in September 2026.

 

          RESOLVED: That

 

1)    Members give approval to proceed with the works as identified in the report;

 

2)    Executive Board approval is given for recommendation to Full Council for an adjustment to the capital programme of up to £546,000; and

 

3)    Approval of the detailed costs and the option to be undertaken, be delegated to the Executive Director Environment and Regeneration, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Employment Learning, Skills and Community.