290/2003 The Cabinet endorsed the
recommendations of the Environment and Front line Services Overview
and Scrutiny Committee of 9 September 2003.
291/2003 The Cabinet confirmed that the following key points should
feature in the cultural strategy:§ To develop or procure a
high quality central library and resource centre in Chatham, while
maintaining and enhancing a network of good local library provision
meeting DCMS standards.§ To seek partnerships with external
managers or developers to provide new and improved major arts
venues in Chatham in the medium to longer term, but in the short to
medium term to continue to manage arts venues in-house, maximising
the use of creative companies and artistes.§ To develop a five
year forward calendar of events, attracting more large scale events
where possible.§ To enhance the museum service where this is
practical within the Councils resources and introduce a charging
policy, particularly in relation to schools.
§ To seek substantial financial support from English Heritage
as a condition of the Council's continued management of Rochester
Castle.§ To seek practical ways for the Council to invest in
the fabric of its arts and leisure venues to improve the quality of
customer experiences.