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Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting PDF 162 KB 28 November 2023 Minutes: It was moved by Councillor Nick Whitehead, seconded by Councillor Marilyn Franks and
RESOLVED
That the minutes of the meeting of the Ernest Bailey Charity Committee held on 28 11 2023 be approved as a correct record.
Voting
07 For 00 Against 03 Abstentions
The Chair declared the motion CARRIED. |
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Interests Members are required to declare the existence and nature of any interests they may have in subsequent agenda items in accordance with the District Council’s Code of Conduct. Those interests are matters that relate to money or that which can be valued in money, affecting the Member, their partner, extended family and close friends. Interests that become apparent at a later stage in the proceedings may be declared at the time. Minutes: Item 5 - Distribution of Charitable Funds
Councillor Marilyn Frank declared an interest in Item 5 Application 11/24 Darley Dale Local Resident.
Councillor Joanne Linthwaite declared an interest in Item 5 Application 4/24 St Joseph CE Primary School PTA.
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Distribution of Charitable Funds PDF 97 KB This report considers applications for grant aid. Additional documents:
Minutes: The usual practice was to consider current grant application from with the current year’s interest receipts, estimated at £7,812.52 for 2023/24. The November Committee awarded grants totalling £5,810, which left £2002.52 unspent. It was noted that the Committee could award grants totalling £2002.52 plus up to £2,124.45 and still retain an investment of £167,192.50.
The Committee considered a total of 13 applications for grant funding.
It was moved by Councillor David Hughes, seconded by Councillor Joanne Linthwaite and
RESOLVED (unanimously)
1. That consideration is given to the applications for grant aid as set out in the attached schedules.
2. That grants be made conditional upon their being used for the purpose for which the application was made and in accordance with the objects of the Trust.
The Chair declared the motion CARRIED.
It was then moved by Councillor Steve Wain, seconded by Councillor David Hughes and
RESOLVED (unanimously)
That the Community Development Officer uses their discretion to request evidence of spend, in the form of invoices, receipts and evaluation forms in order to ensure there is no barrier to people applying for grant aid.
The Chair declared the motion CARRIED.
APPLICATION NO 11/24 – Local Resident
It was moved by Councillor Marilyn Franks, seconded by Councillor Martin Burfoot and
RESOLVED (unanimously)
That the applicant is aided in applying for a Disabled Facilities Grant for the works to be carried out in their garden. If this application is unsuccessful or does not cover the total cost of works, then the committee will reconvene to consider the application again.
The Chair declared the motion CARRIED.
APPLICATION NO 12/24 – Local Resident
It was moved by Councillor Matt Buckler, seconded by Councillor David Hughes and
RESOLVED (unanimously)
That a grant of £544 be awarded to a resident to pay for a orthopaedic mattress and paint to decorate a child’s bedroom.
The Chair declared the motion CARRIED.
APPLICATION NO 13/24 – Local Resident
It was moved by Councillor Joanne Linthwaite, seconded by Councillor Steve Wain and
RESOLVED (unanimously)
That a grant of £199 be awarded to a resident to pay for a tablet to help with education.
The Chair declared the motion CARRIED.
APPLICATIONS 1/24, 2/24, 5/24, 8/24, 9/24 and 10/24
It was moved by Councillor Roger Shelley, seconded by Councillor Nick Whitehead and
RESOLVED (unanimously)
APPLICATION NO 1/24 - Darley Dale Scouts
That a grant of £134 be awarded for the purchase of a sail to provide shelter from the elements so the scouts can use the newly created outdoor space.
APPLICATION NO 2/24 – River Network
That a grant of £50 be awarded for the training of Staff and volunteers for a new housing project.
APPLICATION NO 5/24 – Darley Dale Community Volunteers Group
That a grant of £150 be awarded for the purchase of tools to carry out improvements in the areas.
APPLICATION NO 8/24 – Cromford Institute
That a grant of £120 be awarded to inspect drains to check they are functional before a disabled toilet is ... view the full minutes text for item 372/23 |