Decision details

Approval to Proceed with Scarborough 400 Public Art Commission

Decision Maker: Corporate Director of Community Development

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

To approve progression to award a contract and incur expenditure in relation to the Scarborough 400 Public Art Commission, funded by REPF £100,000, as agreed at Executive 17.06.25 link: Agenda for Executive on Tuesday, 17 June 2025, 11.00 am | North Yorkshire Council Item 703.

Reasons for the decision:

External funding has been awarded as part of the REPF allocation, for the specific purpose of commemorating Scarborough Spa’s 400th Anniversary.

Alternative options considered:

Alternative considered was not to utilise the accepted funds, however this would deny Scarborough a significant commission marking an important Quarto centenary milestone, which would also add to the exterior space at Scarborough Spa.

Publication date: 02/12/2025

Date of decision: 01/12/2025