Decision details
EXTERNAL SERIOUS VIOLENCE FUNDING
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
To accept external funding to support delivery of projects to prevent serious violence and related crime and disorder in Boston.
Decision:
To accept the funding outlined and authorise; the Community Safety Manager, the Transformation Officer and the CCTV Manager to manage and deliver the projects as highlighted in the report.
Reasons for the decision:
Acceptance of the funding to deliver projects in Boston will support the council in its
commitment to the Serious Violence Duty. It will also support delivery of the priorities of the South and East Lincolnshire Community Safety Partnership’s Community Safety Strategy.
Alternative options considered:
Withdraw the bids and decline the funding being offered. This option is not recommended given the evidence provided as part of the bid making process and within the report in respect to areas of concern.
Publication date: 18/01/2024
Date of decision: 16/01/2024
Decided at meeting: 16/01/2024 - Cabinet
Effective from: 27/01/2024
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