Issue - meetings

AGREED that Cabinet:

a)        formally approves the Activity Plan, Investment Principles Plan and Budget for year 1; and

b)        agrees that in years 2 and 3, responsibility for considering the Plans will sit with the National Portfolio Organisation Board, with authority for approval being delegated to the Portfolio Holder for Economic Development & Visitors who will also be a member of the Board.

The Portfolio Holder for Economic Development & Visitors presented a report which sought approval for the Activity Plan, Investment Principles Plan and budget for year one of Newark & Sherwood District Council’s National Portfolio Organisation funding as a requirement of the Arts Council England’s funding agreement.

AGREED      (unanimously) that Cabinet:

a)            formally approves the Activity Plan, Investment Principles Plan and budget for year 1; and

b)            agrees that in years 2 and 3, responsibility for considering the Plans will sit with the National Portfolio Organisation Board, with authority for approval being delegated to the Portfolio Holder for Economic Development & Visitors who will also be a member of the Board.

Reasons for Decision

The proposals will contribute to the creation of vibrant and self-sufficient local communities, working directly with communities and disadvantaged groups to create cultural value. This will help improve the health and wellbeing of local residents through targeted participatory activity, and the plans will support the Heritage & Culture Business Unit to deliver inclusive and sustainable economic growth as it further cements its position as a cultural destination and hub for the town and district.

Options Considered

The approval of the plans is a requirement of the Arts Council England’s funding agreement.