Agenda item

The Area Council Manager reminded Members that around six months of the financial year remained, and Members noted the information provided in relation to each Ward Alliance Fund.  It was acknowledged that there were issues with the figures in 4.2 of the report, however those in Appendix 1 were correct.

It was suggested that the requirement for matched funding may be reinstated at some point in the near future as volunteer time would be available as match with many groups now more active.  The need to balance managing covid safety with promoting meeting to improve health and wellbeing was acknowledged.

Members discussed tree planting, including that as part of the 10,000 trees project.  It was suggested that this would initially be focused on Council and Berneslai Homes land, and that careful consideration would be given to the type and location of trees, including the need for ongoing maintenance.

RECOMMENDED that the report be noted.