Purpose

This report
proposes that additional grant funding is issued to Steel Valley
Project (SVP) and Sheffield Countryside Conservation Trust (SCCT)
for a 4-year term starting 2024/2025 and concluding 2027/2028. This
follows a review of the current grants to both organisations, which
are being expended in line with the Park and Countryside
objectives. It is proposed that each organisation receives a
further £40k for a four year period by way of new grant
agreements which will be funded from the existing Woodlands
Budget.
The report outlines the longstanding
contribution these voluntary and community sector organisations
have made to Sheffield’s environmental management and
engagement with local communities and how their ongoing work
supports Sheffield City Council plans and polices – notably
the Tree and Woodland Strategy, Green and Open Spaces Strategy and
The Council Plan outcomes.

Content

1.   
Sheffield City Council notes the long-term value that well
established Community and Voluntary Sector Organisations play in
delivering environmental and educational activities in our local
woodlands and green spaces through working with local volunteers,
schools and communities.
 
2.   
Sheffield City Council grants £40k to The Steel Valley
Project for the period 2024-2028 further to a grant agreement.
 
3.   
Sheffield City Council grants £40k to The Sheffield
Countryside Conservation Trust for the period 2024-2028 further to
a grant agreement.