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Search the Public Notice PortalNearly £1million in neighbourhood funding has been awarded to 60 community projects across Bournemouth and Poole.
BCP Council allocated more than £950,000 in Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) neighbourhood portion funding which was awarded to 60 community projects across Bournemouth and Poole last summer.
Funding for the projects stems from CIL contributions, a planning charge on developers aimed at mitigating the impact of new developments.
A portion of this is allocated specifically for investment into community-driven projects and infrastructure as part of the neighbourhood portion allocation.
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Bids for money included revamping community hubs, improving parks, installing new cycle stands and installing life-saving medical equipment.
Merley Community Centre submitted six successful applications and received more than £130,000 to significantly upgrade the centre with new doors, toilets and table tennis facilities installed along with the back car park being resurfaced.
Ashley Cross Green is currently undergoing upgrades to improve benches, resurface pavements, install play equipment and repair lampposts.
Funding has also been used to install a defibrillator at St Thomas’ Church in Ensbury Park and new cycle stands at Sandbanks promenade and Talbot Village.
Other completed projects include helping to fund resources for Canford Heath surgery’s ensuring hard to reach patients have access to vital health checks.
The visitor experience at the Russell-Cotes has been improved with repairs and refurbishment taking place.
Cllr Sandra Moore, portfolio holder for communities and partnerships at BCP Council, said: “I’m really pleased to see such a wide range of community projects benefitting from this funding. It shows how we can reinvest money from local developments directly into the priorities and passions of our communities.
“This funding genuinely makes a difference – whether it’s life-saving equipment or improvements to much-loved community hubs. These projects are exactly what CIL is meant to support.
“With nearly £1.5million of extra funding recently made available we’ll soon be announcing another round of allocations: I’m excited to see which fantastic local groups will benefit next.”
Cllr Andy Martin, portfolio holder for culture at BCP Council and member of the Russell-Cotes management committee, said: “The Russell-Cotes plays an integral role in our local heritage and it’s great to see CIL funding help preserve and enhance its cultural offering.
“The recent improvements might sound simple but are meaningful changes that will improve the experience of everyone who visits.
“This support helps us protect the museum and ensure it remains a place everyone can enjoy and feel proud of.”
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