Decision details

Cabinet considered a grant aid request in accordance with the provisions of the Council’s Grant Aid Policy. Rushcliffe Community and Voluntary Service had requested grant aid to support running costs to provide volunteer brokerage and support, and network development support across Broxtowe.  There are currently 555 users of Rushcliffe Community and Voluntary Service direct services, with 199 volunteers supporting its services in the last year. In Broxtowe, 90 voluntary groups operated and 12 individuals access direct services.

Members requested further clarity on services being delivered in Broxtowe and how many residents were using the Service. As the grant request exceeded £5,000 it was noted that the Grant Aid Policy required that grant awards may be subject to a Service Level Agreement.

RESOLVED that grant aid request for Rushcliffe Community and Voluntary Service of £7,000 be approved.

Reason

Consideration for not awarding the grant may have a negative impact for the users and individuals relying on the service. The Council is empowered to make grants to voluntary organisations by virtue of Section 48 Local Government Act 1985 (as well as other Legislation). Having an approved process in accordance with legislation and the Council’s Grant Aid Policy would ensure the Council’s compliance with its legal duties.