Play area in line for an upgrade
Rugeley youngsters can look forward to playground improvements after councillors gave park revamp plans the thumbs up.
The town council has earmarked £40,000 to spend on upgrading the play area at Green Lane. And on Thursday Cannock Chase Council’s cabinet gave the green light for the planned improvements to proceed.
Councillor Christine Mitchell, culture and sport portfolio leader, said: “Rugeley Town Council are keen to progress in 2020 and there is no cost to us. Once it’s completed we will take over the maintenance of it.
“It’s good news for Rugeley.”
A report to the cabinet meeting said: “The play area is in need of upgrading and following consultation with local residents and young people Rugeley Town Council has identified £40k to undertake improvements to the play site. At the town council meeting held on 8 January 2020 the clerk has confirmed that the funding to undertake the improvements was approved.
“Councils have a major role in the provision of good quality parks and public open spaces that are both sustainable and meet the needs of the community. The play area on the site would benefit from this proposed investment.
“This project will include a fully refurbished and inclusive play area for a wide range of children and young people.”
