Issue - meetings

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Friends of Etherow Country Park for a grant of £590 from the Marple North ward allocation only towards the cost of purchasing a heavy-duty strimmer/ brushcutter which would enable regaining ground for the meadows which has been lost in recent years, and improve the wildflower growing capability of the fields. This would enhance the overall appearance and diversity of the fields, making them more attractive for a variety of leisure activities – e.g. family activities – picnics, etc, wellbeing and mental health improvement.

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal and Democratic Governance submitted an application received on behalf of the Friends of Etherow Country Park for a grant of £590 from the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (Marple North ward allocation only) towards the cost of purchasing a heavy-duty strimmer/ brushcutter which would enable regaining ground for the meadows which has been lost in recent years, and improve the wildflower growing capability of the fields.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application received from the Friends of Etherow Country Park for a grant of £590 from the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (Marple North ward allocation only) towards the cost of purchasing a heavy-duty strimmer/ brushcutter which would enable regaining ground for the meadows which has been lost in recent years and improve the wildflower growing capability of the fields.