The Commissioners agreed the reasons for urgency which were set out in the report.  These were presented by Jackie Odunoye, Head of Strategy, Regeneration and Sustainability.

Abdul Khan, Service Manager, Energy and Sustainability summarised the report which requested the release of a S106 contribution of £50,000 (secured as part of the redevelopment of the Ocean Estate) to provide improved indoor space for education at Stepney City Farm.  This provision would better enable the farm to deliver its educational programmes which aimed to inspire the young generation to understand and care for the natural environment.

The Commissioners noted the comprehensive and detailed report and considered submissions from Councillors Shahed Ali and Denise Jones.  They then agreed the recommendations as set out in the report.

RESOLVED

1.    That the improvements proposed at Stepney City Farm be noted.

2.    That the monies secured by alternative funding (Big Lottery Fund) be noted.

3.    That the grant of £50,000 to Stepney City Farm from section 106 monies to fund construction of new educational facilities be approved.

Item deferred.

The item was deferred as it had not received the necessary clearances in time for the meeting which had been called at short notice.