Issue - meetings

Report by Executive Director – Community Services

A report requested by the Executive to address issues raised by Members about the impact and benefits of Major Events and Festivals funding in Argyll and Bute over the last 5 years and for the future was considered.  There is no Events and Festivals funding identified in the Council’s revenue budget from 2010/11 onwards and this report allows Members to consider the potential consequences of this on cultural tourism within the area.  The report also proposes a list of strategic events which generate significant economic benefit and would be placed on a more stable financial position if the Council could provide them with core revenue funding support.

Decision

Agreed to refer consideration of this item to the budget process.

(Reference: Report by Executive Director – Community Services dated 14 September 2010, submitted)