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 via the scheme of delegation.

Reason for the decision

Funding had been secured externally and the project deliverables would make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of Dorset residents and the heritage of Dorset.  This contributed towards Dorset Council’s Plan 2022-24 priorities of ‘stronger, healthier communities’ and ‘protection of our natural environment, climate and ecology.

Cabinet Members considered a report seeking approval to create a Nature Buddies Network across Dorset and accept a grant offer from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to support the project.

It was proposed by Cllr S Bartlett and seconded by Cllr R Hope.

Decision

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

Reason for the decision

Funding had been secured externally and the project deliverables would make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of Dorset residents and the heritage of Dorset.  This contributed towards Dorset Council’s Plan 2022-24 priorities of ‘stronger, healthier communities’ and ‘protection of our natural environment, climate and ecology.