Issue - meetings

To receive a business case requesting funding for a summer 2023 exhibition by the Crediton Area History and Museum Society.

The Group had before it a *business case requesting funding for a summer 2023 exhibition by the Crediton Area History and Museum Society.

Tony Gale addressed the Group and outlined the project aims and objectives. He confirmed that the exhibition would initially run for 6 months and would then be supported by a book and on line resources. He confirmed that the project was seeking funding from Mid Devon District Council and would be grateful for any funds awarded.

The Chief Executive explained that the PDG had previously allocated funding for Community Grants for a period of two years which was within the current budget. If the PDG wanted to adjust the set budget ‘in year’ to award an additional amount to the project then they would need to have the change agreed through the Cabinet and Council. He explained that there was no surplus funds available through the Community Grant Scheme in the current budget.

The PDG advised the Society that although direct funding was not available the Council could assist by promoting the exhibition and they were advised to approach Crediton Town Council and Tiverton Museum for financial support.

The PDG wished the Society every success for the exhibition.

Note: *business case previously circulated and attached to the minutes