May 2003 to April 2007


Report Appendix

Report Subject/Ref No:
Department: Educational Services
Appendix Title Officers Reports




Community Development Grants Scheme
Assessment Form
1.Reporting Officer : Louise Meechan
2.Department : EducationTelephone No : 324970
SECTION 1 - Details of Group/Organisation
3.Name of Group/Organisation : Broomlands Community Club
4.Date of Officer's Visit : 28 July 2003, 4 August 2003
5.Are you satisfied that the details contained in the Grant Application are Accurate?
If NO give reasons :		*Yes/No
6.Is the proposal a realistic undertaking of the Group?
if No explain why		*Yes/No
7.Does the Group carry appropriate insurance for the Project? *Yes/No
8.Does group attendance concur with Application?*Yes/No
9. Does this organisation cater for under eights?*Yes/No
If YES, is it registered under the Childrens Act 1989?
if NO explain why:		*Yes/No
* Only brownies/rainbows that cater for under 8's and their organisation is registered under Children's Act 1989.

10.Does the expenditure meet the Community Development Grant Funding Criteria? *Yes/No



SECTION 2 - Criteria for Assessment
11.In which way does this application address Council priorities?
The application addresses a number of priority groups, young people, adults and those socially excluded.


12.How will the expenditure develop the group/organisation and benefit the Local Community?

The grant will enable the local community to manage and maintain the premises on behalf of local people and will provide facilities for meetings.

13.How does the Application show innovation or development?
It is a community led initiative in partnership with external funders.

14.Overall Assessment?

The application is supportive of Community Learning and Development activity and merits assistance.

SECTION 3 - Details of Proposed Expenditure
15.Amount requested : £1,500
16.
Group Contribution:
SECTION 4 - Recommendation
17.Support Application: Yes
18.Defer :Reason:
19.Amount Recommended : £1,500
Give Reasons :
Will build community capacity, provide youth facilities and provide diversionary activities for young people.
Signature: Louise MeechanDate: 4th August 2003



Community Development Grants Scheme
Assessment Form
1.Reporting Officer : Anne-Marie Behan
2.Department : Community Learning & DevelopmentTelephone No : 01294 833173
SECTION 1 - Details of Group/Organisation
3.Name of Group/Organisation : Woodwynd Sewing Group
4.Date of Officer's Visit : 25th July 2003
5.Are you satisfied that the details contained in the Grant Application are Accurate?
If NO give reasons :		*Yes/No
6.Is the proposal a realistic undertaking of the Group?
if No explain why		Yes/No
7.Does the Group carry appropriate insurance for the Project? *Yes/No Looking into costs and if needed
8.Does group attendance concur with Application?*Yes/No
9. Does this organisation cater for under eights?*Yes/No
If YES, is it registered under the Childrens Act 1989?
if NO explain why:		* Yes/No
N/A
10.Does the expenditure meet the Community Development Grant Funding Criteria? *Yes/No



SECTION 2 - Criteria for Assessment
11.In which way does this application address Council priorities?
Social inclusion, community learning and development.


12.How will the expenditure develop the group/organisation and benefit the Local Community?

This group are trying to encourage new members by providing equipment, materials and tuition to enhance skills that are disappearing from many people's lives, in an area with low income these skills will be of benefit to the local community.

13.How does the Application show innovation or development?

In 2001, a start up grant was given and this application shows that they are constantly developing their programme and actively seeking new members to bring new skills and ideas to the group. Posters are in the area plus an advert is on West Sound for new members.

14.Overall Assessment?

The Woodwynd sewing group work hard at getting new members and providing a relevant programme and have raised 28% of the cost of the equipment.

SECTION 3 - Details of Proposed Expenditure
15.Amount requested : £1,500
16.
Group Contribution: £420
SECTION 4 - Recommendation
17.Support Application: Yes
18.Defer : NoReason:
19.Amount Recommended : £970
Give Reasons :
The over-locker and sewing machines could be fnded through a more appropriate body. The tutor, materials, mannequin and First Aid Box would allow them to develop their programme and encourage new members.


Signature: Anne-Marie BehanDate: 25th July 2003



Community Development Grants Scheme
Assessment Form
1.Reporting Officer : Jim Heriot
2.Department : Community Learning & DevelopmentTelephone No : 324970
SECTION 1 - Details of Group/Organisation
3.Name of Group/Organisation : Ayrshire Sikh Community Group
4.Date of Officer's Visit : 5th August 2003
5.Are you satisfied that the details contained in the Grant Application are Accurate?
If NO give reasons :		*Yes/No
6.Is the proposal a realistic undertaking of the Group?
if No explain why		*Yes/No
7.Does the Group carry appropriate insurance for the Project? Yes/*No
8.Does group attendance concur with Application?*Yes/No
9. Does this organisation cater for under eights?Yes/*No
If YES, is it registered under the Childrens Act 1989?
if NO explain why:		*Yes/No
N/A
10.Does the expenditure meet the Community Development Grant Funding Criteria? *Yes/No



SECTION 2 - Criteria for Assessment
11.In which way does this application address Council priorities?
Reduce social inclusion for a defined group. Provide group support to religious or ethnic minority individuals who may suffer discrimination.
12.How will the expenditure develop the group/organisation and benefit the Local Community?

Formally create and structure a support group for the religious, cultural and educational well being of Sikh members of North Ayrshire.

13.How does the Application show innovation or development?

Provide a meeting place to support members of a religious minority (Sikh). Develop a programme of activities, education, and mutual support for families who may feel isloated or threatened.

14.Overall Assessment?
The group intend to meet on Sundays not only to cover religious observance but to develop activities of interest to their younger members. In addition they see their role as primarily one of information and support for Sikhs living in North Ayrshire. At the moment there is approx. 60 involved but this could increase to 200 if they attracted Sikhs from further afield in Ayrshire.
An initial aim of the group would be to advise and guide individuals suffering from racial abuse, which although not expressed as a major problem in North Ayrshire, does occur.
The creation of a formally established group would facilitate contact of the group by our own agencies charged with community capacity building by the council. As a new group their fundraising has been virtually non-existent and they should be expected to become self sufficient if possible or at lest make some effort to generate funds through subscriptions or other traditional methods.
SECTION 3 - Details of Proposed Expenditure
15.Amount requested : £900
16.
Group Contribution: £300
SECTION 4 - Recommendation
17.Support Application: Yes
18.Defer : NoReason:
19.Amount Recommended : £300
Give Reasons :
The group should make a more pro-active effort to fundraise. They also have a broader catchment than North Ayrshire.

Signature: Jim HeriotDate: 5th August 2003




Community Development Grants Scheme
Assessment Form
1.Reporting Officer : Bill Simpson
2.Department : Community Learning and DevelopmentTelephone No : 01294 465401
SECTION 1 - Details of Group/Organisation
3.Name of Group/Organisation : North Ayrshire Skate Group
4.Date of Officer's Visit : 22nd July 2003
5.Are you satisfied that the details contained in the Grant Application are Accurate?
If NO give reasons :		*Yes/No
6.Is the proposal a realistic undertaking of the Group?
if No explain why		*Yes/No
7.Does the Group carry appropriate insurance for the Project? *Yes/No
Public Liability Ins. Cover
8.Does group attendance concur with Application?*Yes/No
9. Does this organisation cater for under eights?Yes/*No
If YES, is it registered under the Childrens Act 1989?
if NO explain why:		Yes/No
N/A

10.Does the expenditure meet the Community Development Grant Funding Criteria? *Yes/No



SECTION 2 - Criteria for Assessment
11.In which way does this application address Council priorities?
This group is a good example of local community self-help. Young people, with some support, are creating something for themselves. The Council's policy and priorities are almost all addressed through this initiative.
12.How will the expenditure develop the group/organisation and benefit the Local Community?
The benefits to the local community are enormous. Young people are able to access a purpose built park to practice their skills without inconveniencing others. The park is also providing young people with the opportunity to behave in a responsible manner by raising funds and assisting with the management of the park.
13.How does the Application show innovation or development?
The pilot skate park at Auchenharvie is constantly in need of repair and maintenance. The group continue to raise money to achieve their goal of a permanent park, but they cannot ignore the costs of ensuring the safety of their existing 'wooden' park. The park involves young people in its management and to ensure continuity of responsible support, training needs to be arranged for the group.
14.Overall Assessment?
The main target, a permanent skate park, remains the major focus for the group and their current assets, approximately £25,000, will be taken up by paying a civil engineering bill to this end. Maintenance and training for the young people are the reason for this application, and these are worthy of further support to the group. The group continue to fundraise and are planning some events to this end.
SECTION 3 - Details of Proposed Expenditure
15.Amount requested : £580
16.
Group Contribution: £108.80
SECTION 4 - Recommendation
17.Support Application: Yes
18.Defer : NoReason:
19.Amount Recommended : £380
Give Reasons :
The recommendation will ensure a good level of maintenance to Health and Safety standards is achieved, plus contribution towards team-building which Community Learning and Development will also support through their work plan.
Signature: Bill SimpsonDate: 23rd July 2003

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