Douglas council's asked permission to borrow £400,000 as it continues regenerating the Island's capital.
The local authority has petitioned the Department of Infrastructure over the cash, which will be spent on improvements around Market Hill and North Quay.
In particular, the council wants to upgrade street lights and install CCTV as part of the town centre regeneration project.
Anybody who wants to comment on the borrowing has until August 13 to write to the DOI.
Bus Vannin reveals services for last day of bus strike
Bus Vannin has released a list of the buses running on the final day of the current strike tomorrow.
Weather means ferry disruption today
Two ferry sailings today have been cancelled in the face of gale force winds.
Yellow weather warning issued for high tide tonight
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for tonight.
25 bus services planned today
The strike by bus drivers is entering its ninth day today.
Flats plans for office building
An office block in Douglas could be converted into flats under new plans from its owners.
Darts festival heads to Villa Marina
Good news if you're a darts fan - an international festival will be coming to the capital this week!
Exhibition tracks mine exploration
A new exhibition exploring the hidden world beneath the Island opens this weekend.
Sharp rise in older new residents
The number of new taxpayers over the age of 60 rose by 25 per cent last year, according to government figures.
