Decision details

The Committee gave consideration to a report by the Economic Development Manager which detailed the draft Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands Economic Development Action Plan (EDAP) for the period 2014-2018.

Discussion followed in regards a more innovative way to engage with local Business partners in endeavouring to create more employment opportunities locally, although concerns were raised in how this would be delivered with the limited resources available. 

Decision

Members agreed:

1.                  That under the EDAP section “ A compelling  MAKI” a first action is added to establish a MAKI “Think Tank” to consider how significant employment opportunities of international importance can be brought to the MAKI area by engaging the entrepreneurial strengths and commitments of local business people.

2.                  To approve the area EDAP as a working document for the financial year2014/15 and for the next three financial years up to 2017/18.

3.                  That the Economic Development Manager would bring additional indicators to the September Business Day for Members consideration.

(Reference: Report by the Economic Development Manager, dated