Committee Vice Chair hails Caithness Wards Discretionary Funds benefits
The Vice Chair of the Caithness Committee, Councillor Struan Mackie has expressed his delight at the number of worthwhile local projects that have benefitted from Ward Discretionary Funding in this financial year.
All Council Wards receive a discretionary budget, and it is for Ward Councillors to consider what they wish to commit funds to, in line with Highland Council objectives and outcomes.
Councillor Struan Mackie said: “It is always a privilege and a pleasure for Ward Councillors to make discretionary budget awards. One of the most rewarding aspects is that it allows members to utilise their local knowledge and work with local organisations to make positive improvements to our communities.”
Seven community projects in the Thurso and Northwest Caithness Ward have received a total of £7,540 of support broken down as follows:
- Community Food Initiatives North East – Fareshare in Highland - £1,690
- Caithness Chamber of Commerce – Caithness Transport Forum - £500
- Pentland Firth Yacht Club – Replacement Windows - £1,450
- Highlife Highland – Active School Coaching & Equipment - £1.500
- Sidh Chailleann Art – “Industrial Caithness” Exhibition - £1,000
- Thurso Youth Club SCIO – Holiday Activities - £1,000
- Thurso Community Council – Thurso Town Centre initiative 2024 - £400
Since April 2024 four projects in the Wick and East Caithness Ward have received a share of £4,823.60 of Ward Discretionary support.
They are:
- Community Food Initiatives North East – Fareshare in Highland - £2,763
- Caithness Chamber of Commerce – Caithness Transport Forum - £500
- Highlife Highland – Youth Session Resources - £999
- Argyll Square Area Association – Replacement Litter Bin - £561.60