To seek permission to submit a bid application for up to £1,000,000 plus a 5% contribution from the Council to the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Application deadline is 7 March 2025.
Our proposal focuses on revitalising underutilised green spaces within Scarborough's Castle Ward—areas of significant social and economic deprivation—by enhancing biodiversity, encouraging community engagement, and preserving the town's rich cultural and natural heritage. Through partnerships with organisations like Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and English Heritage, we aim to transform these spaces into thriving community assets, delivering sustainable environmental improvements while empowering local residents with skills in stewardship and conservation.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Effect on communities;
Decision status: Not to be progressed
Notice of proposed decision first published: 16/12/2024
Decision due: 28 Feb 2025 by Corporate Director of Resources
Lead member: Deputy Leader & Executive Member for Finance & Resources
Lead director: Corporate Director of Community Development
Contact: Lauren Hopson-Haw, Regeneration Officer Email: lauren.hopson-haw@northyorks.gov.uk Email: lauren.hopson-haw@northyorks.gov.uk Email: lauren.hopson-haw@northyorks.gov.uk.
Consultation process
Email discussion
Consultees
Corporate Director of Community Development
Assistant Director of Resources – Community Development
Executive Member for Open to Business
Finance
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