The overall purpose of this committee is to discharge effectively and economically the Council's duties in the sphere of recreational and leisure activities and to develop policies in this area.

The Committee has responsibility for open spaces, playgrounds, Roding Valley Recreation Ground and Willingale Road Playing Field, and the Murray and Kingsley community halls.  It also has responsibility for home, water and community safety; arts, recreational, social and cultural activities and community and welfare matters.

The Committee is involved with promotion and development of sports, playing fields, recreation grounds, open spaces, and youth facilities. The Committee usually meets every eight weeks.