Weekend sports closures could happen soon, potentially affecting pool hours and local services due to budget issues.
The councilors will review these possible closures and think about pool hour changes. Pools might close earlier on some days, with Friday closing potentially at 6pm and weekend closing at 4pm.
Gorebridge center may become a community hub, housing the library and meeting rooms. Only the sports area would shut down on weekends.
The plan says staff will fill vacancies elsewhere, using a flexible staffing approach to create savings. Utility costs will also be reduced.
The council realizes this may affect residents, but other sports places are available.
Other proposals include discount changes, potentially lowering discounts for after-school clubs. Building cleaning hours could decrease too, potentially stopping weekend and summer school cleanings.
Councilors will explore new income ideas, including council-run childcare services operating all year.
They will also review youth and children’s services and contracted learning and therapy services may be cut.
The council plans to review education services, potentially resulting in staff cuts across departments. Smaller teams will likely affect service quality, and schools may receive less support.
Councilors meet Tuesday to discuss these savings plans, which a group has suggested for approval.