Ards & North Down Borough Council: In Bloom Funding
Overview
Ards and North Down Borough Council currently makes budget provision for the allocation of funding to community groups in order to assist with floral displays in the towns and villages throughout the borough, to assist with the council’s commitment to the Ulster In Bloom competition.
For awards:
- up to £500 the full amount can be paid in advance;
- up to £1250, up to 50% can be paid in advance.
Criteria
Groups must demonstrate how they meet the following criteria:
- Meet the core objectives of Ards and North Down in Bloom
- Provide a vision as to how the funding will enhance the particular areas and how this will be sustained in subsequent years.
- Evidence of approval from relevant land owner where works are to be carried out.
- Where appropriate insurance liability cover is in place, copy of certificate and schedule to be submitted.
- How the works are to be carried out, and by whom.
- Detailed breakdown of how funding will be utilised, and receipts submitted accordingly.
In addition, that the application adheres to the Ards and North Down in Bloom four core objectives i.e.
- to increase environmental responsibility
- to strive for horticultural excellence in public, business and residential areas
- to encourage community participation
- to support endeavours to achieve regional and national awards such as Ulster in Bloom
Insurance
Organisations must demonstrate that appropriate liability insurance is in place to cover the remit of the funded scheme. Depending upon the required cover, an insurance grant may be available. This should berequested on the application form. In order to facilitate the payment of insurance grant, applicants will be required to demonstrate:
- The need for insurance cover
- The extent of insurance cover
- A valid invoice, or
- A paid invoice.
On receipt of the above, the council will consider the extent of grant which can be paid. All such grants will be subject to the availability of appropriate budgets.