The subject of the decision:

In December 2014 Cabinet agreed to re-invest windfall savings back into the community and create a new one-off ‘Making a Difference’ community grants scheme.  Applications to the fund were to be considered by elected Members from each of the 5 sub-areas and prioritised against a £25,000 budget allocation (£125,000 across all five areas).  The grant scheme was launched on 27 January 2015 with a closing date of 30 April 2015.  Overall 38 applications were received.  5 decision making panels made up of elected Members from each of the sub-areas convened at the beginning of June 2015, each chaired by a member of Cabinet.  This report set out the recommendations of the decision making panels for consideration.

Alternative options considered:

None.

The reason for the decision:

Cabinet was satisfied that the recommendations from the panels supported the Council’s priorities and adhered to the principles of the grants programme which would make a difference to the quality of life for the residents of Hambleton.

THE DECISION:

That the proposals detailed in Annex A of the report be approved.