Agenda item

Report of the Executive Director Environment.

The Committee received a report of the Executive Director Environment updating Members on management operational activities at West Ham Park since October. This Committee also received a presentation providing further information on these activities.

Members discussed corporate volunteering days and how connections with businesses in the City could be better utilised.

The Committee requested clarification as to whether the Park uses biodegradable refuse bags.

A Member queried if it would be possible for the Newham Rotary Club to be assigned an area within West Ham Park to plant crocuses, as they have done previously. Officers informed Members that they would explore options for this.

A Member requested that future reports detail how the activities undertaken assist in the delivery of the Committee’s plans.

In response to a question, Members were informed that the East London Business Alliance (ELBA) coordinates the volunteers for West Ham Park and that the work the volunteers complete was of value to the Park.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.