Issue - meetings

To consider a report of the Leader of the Council.

That the project be approved, and the Executive Lead for Place enter into the funding agreement for both Phase 1 and Phase 2 via the scheme of delegation.

Reason for the decision

Funding had been secured externally and the project delivery would make a positive impact on the residents of Dorset.

This contributed towards Dorset Council’s Plan 2022-2024 priorities of ‘protection of our natural environment, climate and ecology’ and ‘stronger, healthier communities’.

The Leader of the Council presented a report on an offer for funding made by the Environment Agency to the Dorset National Landscape team to deliver a project in the Brit Catchment.  This would cover the areas of Bridport, Eggardon, Beaminster and Marshwood Vale.  Dorset National Landscape Partnership was hosted by Dorset Council and members were asked to accept the offer securing Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the project.

It was proposed by Cllr R Holloway and seconded by Cllr R Hope

Decision

That the project be approved, and the Executive Lead for Place enter into the funding agreement for both Phase 1 and Phase 2 via the scheme of delegation.

Reason for the decision

Funding had been secured externally and the project delivery would make a positive impact on the residents of Dorset.

This contributed towards Dorset Council’s Plan 2022-2024 priorities of ‘protection of our natural environment, climate and ecology’ and ‘stronger, healthier communities’.