Published: Friday, 27th January 2023
Cannock Chase Council’s Cabinet have agreed to improvements to the Barnard Way play area in Cannock.
The costs to deliver the improvements will be met from the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funds from the Cannock East ward of £88,000.
CIL ward funding has come from significant housing developments over the last 5 years and Cannock East Ward Members have requested that the money be spent on the play area, which borders Barnard Way and Cannock Road in Cannock. The Council will also use £8,750 donated by The Forest of Mercia Community Interest Company (CIC) for planting trees and shrubs.
Councillor Adrienne Fitzgerald, Portfolio Leader for Housing, Heritage and Leisure said “The Council has an important role to play in the provision of good quality outdoor spaces for everyone to enjoy.
“The existing equipment on the Barnard Way play area was installed in 1991 and is not fully inclusive. So I’m delighted that this area will be improved. There will be a consultation with the local community for their views on the design on the new play area this spring.”
Work is anticipated to start in the summer with completion due autumn 2023.
Photo caption: Councillor Adrienne Fitzgerald at Barnard Way play area.