Issue details

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Approved

Wards affected: Gascoigne;

Notice of proposed decision first published: 22/08/2022

This decision will be taken under urgency procedures.

Reason for urgency:
To enable the redevelopment project to be completed without delay during the Summer recess period.

Anticipated restriction: Part exempt  - View reasons

Explanation of anticipated restriction:
The appendices to the report contain commercially sensitive information relating to a third-party.

Issue Category: Financial;

Decision due: 22 Aug 2022 by Chief Executive

Decision Details: The Chief Executive will be asked to approve a loan of £200,000 and a grant, via the Strategic Community Infrastructure Levy fund, of £156,000 to Studio 3 Arts to support the redevelopment of the Council-owned former Galleons Community Centre, Boundary Road, Barking, into a world class arts centre.

Lead member: Community Leadership & Engagement Portfolio

Lead director: Strategic Director, Inclusive Growth

Department: Inclusive Growth

Contact: Ann Marie Pena, Head of Culture Email: AnnMarie.Pena@lbbd.gov.uk.