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To: COUNCILLOR EDDIE LAVERY, CABINET
MEMBER FOR COMMUNITY & ENVIRONMENT
c.c. All Members of the Corporate Resources and
Infrastructure Select Committee
c.c. Natasha Norton, Place Directorate
c.c. David Knowles, Head of Transportation
Wards- Eastcote, Hillingdon East, Hillingdon West,
Northwood, Pinkwell, West Drayton, Wood End,
Yiewsley
Date: 11 December 2024
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NEW ALLOCATIONS FOR THE WARD BUDGET SCHEME
(OCTOBER 2024)
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Title of Report: NEW ALLOCATIONS FOR THE WARD BUDGET SCHEME (OCTOBER 2024)
Decision made:
Reasons for your decision: (e.g. as stated in report)
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Signed ……………………………………………………… Date……………………..
Cabinet Member for Community & Environment
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NEW ALLOCATIONS FOR THE WARD BUDGET SCHEME
(OCTOBER 2024)
Cabinet Member &
Portfolio
Councillor Eddie Lavery, Cabinet Member for Community &
Environment
Responsible Officer David Knowles - Head of Transportation
Report Author &
Directorate
Natasha Norton – Place Directorate
Papers with report Appendix A – Details of projects submitted for the Ward Budget
Scheme from 17 May to 26 September 2024
Appendix B – Ward Budget Financial Summary for October 2024
HEADLINES
Summary
This report seeks Cabinet Member approval to allocate funds from
the Ward Budget Scheme for proposals submitted by Ward
Councillors.
Putting our
Residents First
The Ward Budget Initiative supports the adopted Council Strategy
commitments to residents of ‘Thriving, Healthy Households’ and ‘A
Green and Sustainable Borough’ , s pecifically ‘ Live Active and
Healthy Lives’ and ‘Enjoy Access to Green Space, Leisure Activities,
Culture and Arts’.
Financial Cost The overall funds earmarked for the Ward Budget Scheme since its
inception in 2011 total £1,430,000. The aggregate value of proposals
to date is £1,220,377 . This report seeks Cabinet Member approval
to release funds of £ 14,130 for twelve
new Ward Budget grants,
taking the proposal total to £1,23 4,507 and leaving a balance of
£195,493 available for allocation.
Relevant Select
Committee
Corporate Resources and Infrastructure Select Committee
Relevant Wards Eastcote, Hillingdon East, Hillingdon West, Northwood, Pinkwell,
West Drayton, Wood End, Yiewsley
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RECOMMENDATIONS
That the Cabinet Member for Community & Environment approves the allocation of £14,130
from the Ward Budget Scheme for the following proposals:
Ward Grant Recipient Amount
Eastcote A replacement notice board at the Eastcote Horticultural
Society Trading Hut £385
Eastcote To contribute towards the renovation of the school
playground at Coteford Infant School £1,000
Hillingdon East
To purchase art materials, sports equipment, and musical
instruments for the St Mary’s Ukrainian School summer
camp
£1,500
Hillingdon West To relocate an unused community notice board to Dowding
Park £695
Northwood To fund a further 10 young peoples ‘Creative Crew’ sessions
for one year at the Arts for Life Project (UK) £3,000
Pinkwell To contribute towards the annual Teeyan Ladies Event £1,200
West Drayton To fund the Colne Park Caravan Site garden project and
summer fête £400
West Drayton For Bell Farm Christian Centre 2024 Holiday Club £1,000
West Drayton To upgrade the seatin g area for the Southlands Garden
Cafe £1,480
West Drayton To create an outdoor classroom for the Royal Air Force Air
Cadets £1,000
Wood End For a trip to Alton Towers for the 3rd Hayes Guides £1,300
Yiewsley To purchase a defibrillator for Yiewsley Baptist Church £1,170
TOTAL £14,130
Reasons for recommendations
The Ward Budget Scheme enables Councillors, with their local knowledge and insight, to submit
proposals for expenditure, supporting local priorities using their specific ward allocation. Each of
the proposals submitted complies with the protocol on the use of Ward Budgets.
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Alternative options considered / risk management
None.
Select Committee comments
None at this stage.
SUPPORTING INFORMATION
Between 2011/12 and 2019/20, three tranches of Ward Budget growth funding, totalling
£1,430,000, were agreed by Cabinet. At its meeting in June 2022, Cabinet agreed a revised Ward
Budget allocation of £237,500 (from the reserve balance) based on the area / population density
of each of the new 21 wards foll owing the Local Government Boundary Commission’s
recommendations and as implemented for the May 2022 C ouncil elections. The 21 new wards
were allocated £5,000 plus £2,500 for each elected representative for the ward.
The reserve balance remaining at the end of 2023/24 was £219,487 . Since its launch, 844
projects with a cumulative value of £1,220,377 have benefitted via the Ward Budget initiative.
Ward Budget funding is used for proposals that make a difference in a local area and to give
residents a chance to influence how their local priorities are met. Primarily, the funds are intended
for one-off expenditure on physical works, events or activities that have a positive impact within
the ward. Proposals are submitted with the agreement of all relevant Ward Councillors.
A further twelve proposals, covering eight wards and totalling £14,130 have been received. The
details of these are set out in Appendix A of this report.
Financial
Year
Cabinet
Member
Approval
No. of
Proposals
No. of
Wards
Total
Proposal
Value
Growth
Funding
Balance
Remaining
Aggregate earmarked funding to date £1,430,000 £1,430,000
2011/12 -
2023/24 832 £1,210,513 £219,487
2024/25 July 12 9 £9,864 £209,623
2024/25 October 12 8 £14,130 £195,493
856 £1,234,507 £1,430,000 £195,493
The updated balance of funds for each ward under the Ward Budget Scheme is set out in
Appendix B.
Financial Implications
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The total growth allocation to date for the Ward Budget Scheme is £1,430,000. Between 2011/12
and 2023/24, proposals with an aggregate value of £1,210,51 3 were approved. At the end of
2023/24, the reserve balance available for distribution was £219,487.
This financial year to date, another 12 grants, with an aggregate value of £9,864 have already
been approved.
The 12 grants totalling £14,130 recommended within this report for October 2024, will take the
aggregate value of proposals approved to £1,234,507, leaving an unallocated balance of
£195,493 on the reserve available for distribution.
RESIDENT BENEFIT & CONSULTATION
The benefit or impact upon Hillingdon residents, service users and communities
Ward Budgets help Councillors to make a difference in their W ard. They address specific local
priorities by delivering proposals to benefit residents and local organisations.
Consultation carried out or required
Consultation with the lead Councillor from each Ward and officers internally has taken place,
where appropriate. Where other services are involved, such as Residents’ Associations and
community organisations, the views of these groups have helped to shape the nature of the
proposals.
CORPORATE CONSIDERATIONS
Corporate Finance
Corporate Finance has reviewed this report and concurs with the financial implications set out
above, noting the allocation of £14k is being sought from the Ward Budget for the 12 schemes
set out in this report . £195k will remain available on the Ward Budget reserve to support future
initiatives.
Legal
Legal Services confirm that the Council is responsible for this function pursuant to section 19 of
the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 and section 137 of the Local
Government Act 1972.
Thus, as this report also confirms that each of the ward grant proposals submitted complies with
the protocol on the use of Ward Budgets, there are no legal impediments to allocating funds from
the Ward Budget Scheme as recommended by this report. Although, any contract that the Council
enters into must comply with the Council’s Procurement Standing Orders , which were last
updated effective 11
th July 2024.
Infrastructure/ Asset Management
None at this stage.
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BACKGROUND PAPERS
NIL.
TITLE OF APPENDICES
Appendix A – Details of projects submitted for the Ward Budget Scheme from 17 May to 26
September 2024
Appendix B – Ward Budget Financial Summary for October 2024
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APPENDIX A: DETAILS OF PROJECTS SUBMITTED FOR THE WARD
BUDGET SCHEME FROM 17 MAY TO 26 SEPTEMBER 2024
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
Eastcote WB6EA09 A replacement notice
board at the Eastcote
Horticultural Society (EHS)
Trading Hut
£385 Cllrs Haggar,
Denys &
Edwards
£2,190
Supporting Information
1. The EHS was founded on 27 August 1940. The original meeting
minutes on that date state “that a War Time Allotment
Association be formed…the Association be called The Eastcote
Allotment Association”. In early 1942 a membership form stated
that the scope was increased “to include surrounding districts
and for general garden enthusiasts.” At this stage the name was
changed to The Eastcote & District Horticultural and Allotment
Association.
2. The EHS is a non -profit community organisation run solely by
volunteers for the benefit of its members. It is a society affiliated
to the Royal Horticultural Society
3. The 300 EHS members attend coach trips, partake in seasonal
shows with baking, photography , handicrafts etc. and sell their
plants and flowers at the stalls.
4. The grant will be used to replace the group’s noticeboard located
at the front of the grounds.
Target Delivery Date
The grant will be paid once the proposal has been approved.
Expected Outcome
The grant will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for residents
2022-2026, in particular to ‘ enjoy access to green spaces, leisure
activities, culture and arts’.
Recipient of funding
A BACS transfer will be arranged for the recipient once the proposal has
been approved.
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Ward Ref No Proposal Cost Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
Eastcote WB6EA10 To contribute towards the
renovation of the school
playground at Coteford Infant
School
£1,000 Cllrs Denys
& Haggar
£1,190
Supporting Information
1. Coteford Infant School is a two-form entry school with a nursery
and Special Re sourced Provisions for children with physical
disabilities.
2. The school currently has 227 children on roll, aged between
three and seven years.
3. The Ward Budget grant would contribute towards the renovation
of the school playground. The first stage of this is the repainting
and updating of markings on the playground.
Target Delivery Date
The grant will be paid once the proposal has been approved.
Expected Outcome
The grant will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for residents
2022-2026, in particular to ‘live active and healthy lives’ and ‘achieve
well in education, with opportunities for learning at all ages’.
Recipient of funding
A BACS transfer will be arranged for the recipient once the proposal
has been approved.
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
Hillingdon
East
WB6HE05 To purchase art materials,
sports equipment, and
musical instruments for the
£1,500 Cllrs Bridges
& Martin
£6,758
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St Mary’s Ukrainian School
summer camp
Supporting Information
1. St Mary’s Ukrainian School, located at Oakwood School , is a
setting for Ukrainian children aged three to 18 who have been
displaced due to the war. It is the first one in Hillingdon, but
there are numerous other St Mary ’s Schools in and around
London.
2. St Mary's Ukrainian School, with a legacy of more than 65
years, has been a cornerstone of the UK's Ukrainian
community, fostering identity and offering educational and
cultural enrichment.
3. By fostering understanding, addressing trauma, and building
collaborative networks, the school empowers Ukrainian-
displaced children in the UK to navigate educational challenges
and thrive.
4. The grant was used to purchase art materials, sports
equipment and musical instruments for the Summer Camp.
Target Delivery Date
Early approval was given at the discretion of the Cabinet Member to
ensure that funding was received ahead of the Summer Camp.
Expected Outcome
The proposal will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for
residents 2022-2026 and in particular to ‘be/feel safe from harm ’ and
“achieve well in education, with opportunities for learning at all ages”
Recipient of funding
A BACS transfer was arranged for the recipient in- line with the early
approval consent.
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
Hillingdon
West
WB6HW02 To relocate an unused
community noticeboard
to Dowding Park.
£695 Cllrs
Bennett &
Chamdal
£6,643
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Supporting Information
1. Situated on the site of the old RAF Uxbridge base, Dowding
Park offers 40 acres to explore, with a mix of country and
recreational parkland and the River Pinn running through it.
2. The St Andrew’s Park Residents Association (SAPRA) has
been requesting a community noticeboard for number of years,
in order to promote community events, activities and its
residents’ association.
3. The grant request is to cover the cost of moving an existing LBH
noticeboard that is currently unused, from the Green Lane Car
Park in Northwood to Dowding Park in Uxbridge. It will be sited
in a location of significant footfall at the convergence of four
pathways, making better use of an existing asset.
Target Delivery Date
Early approval was given at the discretion of the Cabinet Member.
Expected Outcome
The proposal will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for
residents 2022-2026 and in particular to ‘live in a sustainable borough
that is carbon neutral ’ and “achieve well in education, with
opportunities for learning at all ages”
Recipient of funding
An internal order was raised in line with early approval consent.
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
Northwood WB6NW02 To fund a further 10
young peoples ‘Creative
Crew’ sessions for one
year at the Arts for Life
Project (UK)
£3,000 Cllrs Higgins
& Lewis
£6,000
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Supporting Information
1. Arts For Life Project (UK) is a charity whose aim is to support
challenged young people by transforming their lives using the
therapeutic value of the Creative Arts. It primarily specialises
in young people with special needs including ASD, ADHD,
OCD, anxiety, depression, and self-harm.
2. The charity is currently funded based on 60 young people by
the National Lottery ; however, it now has 168 young people
through the door each week.
3. The grant would cover 10 young peoples attendance for a year
of the Creative Crew sessions. The sessions focus on
empowering young people by engaging them with the
therapeutic power of arts. They will also partake in a variety of
fun and relaxed activities
that encourage proactive mental
health and emotional intelligence development.
Target Delivery Date
The grant will be paid once the proposal has been approved.
Expected Outcome
The grant will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for residents
2022-2026, in particular to ‘live active and healthy lives ’ and ‘be/feel
safe from harm’.
Recipient of funding
A BACS transfer will be arranged for the recipient once the proposal
has been approved.
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
Pinkwell WB6PI06 To contribute towards the
annual Teeyan Ladies
Event
£1,200 Cllrs Gill &
Mand
£1,312
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Supporting Information
1. Teeyan is the Punjabi name of the festival of Teej which is
celebrated in Punjab and dedicated to the onset of the
monsoon, focusing on daughters and sisters.
2. The festival is mainly celebrated in India and Pakistan
throughout July and August, where the main highlight is
Giddah (a traditional Indian Ladies dance),
3. This local initiative to celebrate Teeyan was initiated by a
women's group over four years ago. The group focused on
parents of Pinkwell Primary children, helped support its
members during lockdown and has now evolved into
organising community events such as litter picking, picnics and
meet-ups.
4. The event, supported by Ward Budget funding, was aimed at
women and children, with around 300 people estimated to
attend. In addition to dancing, the event included a DJ,
refreshments, artists, and frum players.
Target Delivery Date
Early approval was given at the discretion of the Cabinet Member to
ensure that funding was received ahead of the event.
Expected Outcome
The grant will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for residents
2022-2026, in particular to ‘enjoy
access to green spaces, leisure
activities, culture and arts’.
Recipient of funding
A BACS transfer was arranged for the recipient in- line with the early
approval consent.
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
West
Drayton
WB6WD08 To fund the Colne Park
Caravan Site garden
project and summer fete
£400 Cllrs Farley,
Sweeting &
Islam
£6,950
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Supporting Information
1. Colne Park Caravan site is a council owned Traveller Site
located in the West Drayton Ward. The site comprises of 20
pitches each with individual amenities blocks that include a
kitchen, bathing facilities and a toilet.
2. The Garden Project and Summer F ete was organised by the
Site Manager and London Borough of Hillingdon staff
member.
3. Part of the grant was used to clear a section of run down land
and in its place, plant a flower bed. This was to brighten up
and enhance the area. The remaining funds were used for a
Summer Fete for the residents of Colne Park.
4. The Summer F ete had representatives from the council’s
family development, children’s centres, adult services and
health teams. Games for children, flower arranging for adults,
and children's goodie bags were available throughout the fete.
Target Delivery Date
Early approval was given at the discretion of the Cabinet Member to
ensure that funding was received prior to the events
Expected Outcome
The proposal will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for
residents 2022-2026 and in particular to ‘live in a sustainable borough
that is carbon neutral ’ and ‘enjoy access to green spaces, leisure
activities, culture and arts.’
Recipient of funding
An internal transfer was raised to the management of the Colne Park
Site.
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
West
Drayton
WB6WD09
For Bell Farm
Christian Centre 2024
Holiday Club
£1,000 Cllrs Sweeting &
Islam
£5,950
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Supporting Information
1. Bell Farm Christian Centre, established in 1950, is a Christian
Charity that works extensively with residents in the area to
alleviate hardship, loneliness and stress.
2. The Centre provides children’s events and holiday clubs
throughout the year, parent and toddler support groups, an
older persons’ dining centre, and many more services to
support local residents.
3. The grant was used to contribute towards two days of fun
activities and entertainment for 65 children attending. A large
karting course was set up in the hall with fancy -dress
accessories to add to the adventure. Refreshments, crafts and
prizes were also purchased with the grant.
4. The Holiday Club is free to attend as many of the families the
Centre works with are on low incomes with high deprivation.
Target Delivery Date
Early approval was given at the discretion of the Cabinet Member to
ensure that funding was received prior to the event
Expected Outcome
The grant will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for residents
2022-2026, in particular to ‘enjoy access to
green spaces, leisure
activities, culture and arts’ and ‘live active and healthy lives’.
Recipient of funding
A BACS transfer was arranged for the recipient in- line with the early
approval consent.
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
West
Drayton
WB6WD10 To upgrade the
seating area for the
Southlands Garden
Cafe
£1,480 Cllrs Sweeting,
Farley & Islam
£4,470
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Supporting Information
1. Southlands Arts Centre is a Charity set in a Queen Anne period
Mansion behind the green in West Drayton.
Most of the
grounds are left for wildlife to thrive, while the gardens are well
tendered. Whilst open to the public, it is also the perfect
backdrop for all our creative art groups, and has been the fuel
behind many talented artists since the Centre was fi rst
established in the 1960’s
2. The Centre is used by groups who engage in cultural activities
across the fine arts, music, photography, film, and craft design.
3. The Cafe located on site has recently extended to the
outdoors. The centre would like to use the grant to purchase
tables, chairs, and parasols to upgrade the seating for
customers and visitors.
Target Delivery Date
The grant will be paid once the proposal has been approved.
Expected Outcome
The grant will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for residents
2022-2026, in particular to ‘
achieve well in education, with
opportunities for learning at all ages ’ and ‘enjoy access to green
spaces, leisure activities, culture and arts’.
Recipient of funding
A BACS transfer will be arranged for the recipient once the proposal
has been approved.
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
West
Drayton
WB6WD11
To create an outdoor
classroom for the
Royal Air Force Air
Cadets
£1,000 Cllrs Sweeting,
Farley & Islam
£3,470
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Supporting Information
1. RAF Air Cadets is the largest aviation focussed uniformed youth
organisation in the UK. The mission of the RAF Air Cadets is to
be a modern dynamic sustainable choice that offers challenging
opportunities to young people and develop citizens with skills for
the future.
2. The RAF Air Cadets were formed as an essential part of the
RAF, supplying better trained and experienced personnel during
times of war. It has since evolved into the largest air cadet
organisation in the world.
3. The 1381 squadron at West Drayton would use the grant to build
an outdoor classroom. It will enable the cadets to continue their
syllabus training and would provide shelter in the winter months.
4. As the Air Cadets share the same site as the West Drayton
Scouts, the outdoor classroom can also be shared, therefore
benefitting more of the community, not just the cadets.
Target Delivery Date
The grant will be paid once the proposal has been approved.
Expected Outcome
The grant will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for residents
2022-2026, in particular to ‘live active and healthy lives ’ and ‘achieve
well in education, with opportunities for learning at all ages.
Recipient of funding
A BACS transfer will be arranged for the recipient once the proposal
has been approved.
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
Wood
End
WB6WE06
For a trip to Alton
Towers for the 3rd
Hayes Guides
£1,300 Cllrs Kaur &
Mathers
£7,015
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Supporting Information
1. 3rd Hayes Guides and Rangers have been established at
Botwell since 1933. They provide weekly meetings for the
Guides and Rangers on a Friday evening and do various type of
activities to teach them skills, which they can take into the
outside world.
2. The Guides go on multiple trips and camping holidays multiple
times a year. They go to their first ever sleepover, canoe on
rivers, learn about body confidence, and lead their own camp.
Sometimes they simply have fun and try new things with friends.
3. The grant was used to take 22 Guides and Rangers to Alton
Towers, to celebrate the school year, as there had been
pressure with exams . The grant was also used to cover travel
costs and dinner on the journey home.
Target Delivery Date
Early approval was given at the discretion of the Cabinet Member to
ensure that funding was received during the summer holidays
Expected Outcome
The grant will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for residents
2022-2026, to ‘achieve well in education, with opportunities for learning
at all ages’ and ‘live active and healthy lives.
Recipient of funding
A BACS transfer was arranged for the recipient in- line with the early
approval consent.
Ward Ref No Proposal Cost
Councillor
Approval
Received
Balance
remaining
Yiewsley WB6YI03 To purchase a
defibrillator for the
Yiewsley Baptist Church
£1,170 Cllrs Punja &
Abby
£5,567
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Supporting Information
1. Yiewsley Baptist Church began as a Sunday School meeting
in a house across the
road from the current site. The
Yiewsley Baptist Tabernacle was built and opened in 1900.
During the 1920s a new hall was built for the Sunday School
and this was later expanded in the 1950s to accommodate
the church.
2. Yiewsley Baptist Church developed Yiewsley Cornerstone
Centre which became an independent charity. A brand-new
centre was officially opened by The Mayor of Hillingdon on
16 December 2009 and at a dedication service in February
2010 the President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain, Rev
Pat Took, blessed the activities that would take place within
it. The Centre
is now home to Yiewsley Children’s Centre
which has been managed by the London Borough of
Hillingdon since April 2017.
3. The funds will be used to purchase a defibrillator; this will be
an essential resource in trying to save the life of someone
who is in cardiac arrest.
Target Delivery Date
The grant will be paid once the proposal has been approved.
Expected Outcome
The grant will contribute towards the Council’s ambitions for
residents 2022-2026, in particular to ‘live active and healthy lives’
and ‘be/feel safe from harm.’
Recipient of funding
A BACS transfer will be arranged for the recipient once the proposal
has been approved.
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Executive Decision Notice – 20 December 2024
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OFFICIAL EXECUTIVE DECISION NOTICE
PUBLISHED BY DEMOCRATIC SERVICES
Notice is hereby given that the following decision(s) have been made today by
Cabinet Members at the London Borough of Hillingdon:
Title of decision NEW ALLOCAT IONS FOR THE WARD BUDGET SCHEME
(OCTOBER 2024)
Reference No. 1271
Date of decision Friday 20 December 2024
Call-in expiry date This decision comes into immediate effect.
Relevant Select Committee Corporate Resources & Infrastructure Select Committee
Relevant Wards Eastcote, Hillingdon East, Hillingdon West,
Northwood, Pinkwell, West Drayton, Wood End,
Yiewsley
Decision made
Cabinet
Members
making the
decision
Councillor Eddie Lavery, Cabinet Member for Community &
Environment
Decision Approved
That the Cabinet Member for Comm unity & Environment approves the
allocation of £14,130 from the Ward Budget Scheme for the following
proposals:
Ward Grant Recipient Amount
Eastcote A replacement notice boar d at the Eastcote
Horticultural Society Trading Hut £385
Eastcote To contribute towards the renovation of the
school playground at Coteford Infant School £1,000
Hillingdon
East
To purchase art materials, sports
equipment, and musical instruments for the
St Mar
y’s Ukrainian School summer camp
£1,500
Hillingdon
West
To relocate an unused community notice
board to Dowding Park £695
Northwood
To fund a further 10 young peoples ‘Creative
Crew’ sessions for one year at the Arts for
Life Pro
ject (UK)
£3,000
Executive Decision Notice – 20 December 2024
This notice is a public document also available to view on the Council's website www.hillingdon.gov.uk
Pinkwell To contribute towards the annual Teeyan
Ladies Event £1,200
West Drayton To fund the Colne Park Caravan Site garden
project and summer fête £400
West Drayton For Bell Farm Christian Centre 2024 Holiday
Club £1,000
West Drayton To upgrade the seating area for the
Southlands Garden Cafe £1,480
West Drayton To create an outdoor classroom for the
Royal Air Force Air Cadets £1,000
Wood End For a trip to Alton Towers for the 3 rd Hayes
Guides £1,300
Yiewsley To purchase a defibrillator for Yiewsley
Baptist Church £1,170
TOTAL £14,130
Reason for
decision
The Ward Budget Scheme enables Council lors, with their local knowledge and
insight, to submit proposals for expenditure, supporting local priorities using their
specific ward allocation. Each of t he proposals submitted complies with the
protocol on the use of Ward Budgets.
Alternative
options
considered
and re
jected
None.
Classification Part I – Public
Link to
associated
report
Report
Relevant
Officer
contact &
Directorate
Natasha Norton – Place Directorate
Any interest
declared by
the Cabinet
Member(s) /
dispensation
granted
N/A
Executive Decision Notice – 20 December 2024
This notice is a public document also available to view on the Council's website www.hillingdon.gov.uk
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