210122_DraftBoard Minutes

This document contains the draft minutes from a Cairngorms National Park Authority Board meeting held on 22 January 2021. The main topic discussed was the 2021/22 budget for ranger services, with the board considering a proposal to establish a seasonal ranger service for the year. Members discussed the benefits and costs of the proposal, including the introduction of Kickstart rangers, and the importance of the ranger service for visitor management. The board approved a commitment of £236,000 to finance the seasonal ranger service, as well as a further commitment of £3,000 for Kickstart Youth Placement opportunities. They also agreed that if there was a significant reduction in the Authority's funding, the service initiative would be postponed. The next formal Board meeting was scheduled for 12 February 2021.