Agenda item

The Area Council Manager introduced this item and updated the North East Area Council with regard to the discussions held at the North East Area Council workshop on 2^nd February 2017 regarding proposals for future commissions, the current and projected financial position with regard to spend and the options available for the future.

Members discussed the respective merits of the options set out in the report, income from fixed penalty notices and parks maintenance. 

RESOLVED that:

(i)            Love Where You Live, Young People, Healthy Lifestyles and Thriving and Vibrant Economies  remain the key priorities and areas of focus for the North East Area Council in 2017/18;

(ii)          Members note the current financial position of the North East Area Council and the funds available for 2017/18;

(iii)         Members agree to devolve £10,000 to each of the four Ward Alliances, with an option to return any underspend at the end of the financial year back to the Area Council;

(iv)         The Undergraduate Apprentice Scheme be funded for a reduced period of 10 months;

(v)          Funding for anti-social behaviour damage to Parks equipment be discontinued, and that

(vi)         The Youth Development Fund be reduced by £12,000