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The Committee considered the report of the
Head of Townships and Libraries which advised that Demesne
Community Centre is experiencing short-term financial challenges
and asked the Committee to consider approving a strictly one-off
payment of £7,000 from Middleton West Ward Funds to support
the organisation.

Alternatives Considered:
To not agree funding from Middleton Township
Funds.

Resolved
That a one-off payment of £7,000 from
the Middleton West Ward Funds to the Demesne Community Centre be
approved.
 
Reasons for the Decision
Demesne Community Centre relies on income from
various user groups to allow the organisation to operate. The
centre has recently seen the closure of the Nursery which has
resulted in a loss of income and has created a short-term financial
pressure. Ward Councillors are keen to assist the organisation in
remaining open and able to offer services from the centre, whilst
working to increase occupation and income for the future.