Issue - meetings

This report sets out the funding agreement between the Council and York Museums Trust (YMT) for the period 2017-20.

Resolved: That the Funding Agreement be approved.

Reason: To ensure a vibrant and sustainable museums service over the long-term.

The Executive Member considered a report which asked him to approve a funding agreement between City of York Council (CYC) and York Museums Trust (YMT) for the period 2017-2020.

The Assistant Director of Communities and Equalities gave an update and confirmed:

·        That following a Learning and Culture Policy and Scrutiny review a new process to formalise City of York Council’s funding relations with YMT was agreed at Executive

·        The Funding Agreement consisted of four elements:

(i)      Common Partnership Objectives

(ii)      Reporting mechanisms

          (iii)     a 5 year rolling Financial Plan

(iv)        a Capital Development Plan.

·        The Learning and Culture Policy and Scrutiny Committee would continue to receive bi-annual reports.

The Executive Member noted the key elements and commented on the report. He welcomed the improved working relationship and confirmed that CYC was committed to supporting such a vital provision. He agreed that cross party unity would further support the priorities going forward and he thanked the Trust for the quality of access to their venues.

Resolved: That the Funding Agreement be approved.

Reason: To ensure a vibrant and sustainable museums service over the long-term