Decision details
Review and Evaluation of Olympics and Cultural Olympiad events and projects 2012
PDF 70 KBDecision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
Review and evaluate the events and projects which took place in Bath and North East Somerset throughout 2012 in celebration of the London 2012 Olympics year. The report will examine both the economic impact and the impact on our communities.
Decision:
(1) To AGREE that the achievements of the Council and its partners and communities should be acknowledged and celebrated; and
(2) To ENCOURAGE Officers to build on the achievements of 2012, improving cross-departmental working on events and using the success of 2012 projects to strengthen work with local communities.
Reasons for the decision:
One of the aims of London 2012 was to create ‘legacy’ – a long-lasting impact from the investment of resources in the Olympic Games. Officers believe that in Bath and North East Somerset there is great opportunity to build on the achievements of this special year.
Alternative options considered:
None.
Report author: Ann Cullis
Publication date: 11/04/2013
Date of decision: 10/04/2013
Decided at meeting: 10/04/2013 - Cabinet
Effective from: 19/04/2013
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