Issue - meetings

As detailed in the recommendations.

The Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Environment introduced the report on the Greenfield Valley Uncovered Project for the approval of a Round 2 application to the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and if successful, to enter into a funding agreement with the HLF.

The aims of the project were identified, including the estimated economic impact of visitors to Greenfield Valley Heritage Park and Museum and the value to the local economy which could rise to over £625,000 per year if the benefits were realised.

A Round 2 HLF was ready for submission which sought £940,050 in funding.  This was a joint project between Flintshire County Council (FCC) and the Greenfield Valley Trust and as such, both partners must agree to comply with the HLF’s Terms of Grant.

The Cabinet Member for Education supported the recommendations citing the Greenfield Valley Heritage Park as a ideal local facility and tourist attraction, unique in what it could offer.

Full details of the project costs and funding breakdown were contained in the report.

RESOLVED:

(a)       That the submission of a Round 2 application to the HLF for £940,050 in funding be approved; and

(b)       That if successful, Cabinet approve a funding agreement with the HLF.