Decision Maker: Ward Member for Folkestone Harbour (2)
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
The Folkestone Town Sprucer Project – A team cleans, spruces, clears and smartens up neglected parts of Folkestone in a swift and responsive way, often when contact by a member of the public. The project provides an opportunity for volunteers to be part of a meaningful regular activity, developing pride, confidence and experience, often leading to unemployed people re-entering the workforce. The project is funded by public donations, some local authority support and grants from charitable trusts.
To provide funding of £250 to the above project.
Reason for decision:
Daily updates of activity are posted on social media, demonstrating the work done and work required.
Recent public fundraising campaign donations demonstrate public support and momentum.
Publication date: 20/03/2019
Date of decision: 08/02/2019
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