Decision Maker: Strategy and Resources Policy Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: June 16, 2025

Purpose:

Content: That the Committee for Strategy and Resources 1.  Approved a public fundraising campaign to raise funds towards the acquisition of the painting. 2.  Approved the purchase of the painting subject to receipt of sufficient donations and funds. 3.  Authorised the Executive Director of Growth and Regeneration to appoint an authorised representative to bid at auction up to the approved amount, taking into account all associated costs of auction, including auction fees and premium, transportation and courier fees and spend the donations and funds as outlined in this report.