Archive - 3rd December 2007
DRAFT MINUTES OF THE DINGWALL COMMUNITY COUNCIL HELD IN DINGWALL ON MONDAY 3rd December 2007
PRESENT : Mr N Greenwood (Chair) , Mr D MacDonald (Vice Chair) , Mr P Dicks, Mrs A Gordon, Mr T Adams , Mr D Lockett, Mr F Lees, Mr B Simpson.
IN ATTENDANCE : Mrs A Campbell (Minutes) , Cllr D Chisholm, Cllr A MacLean, Cllr M Paterson , Cllr P Cairns, 2 Police Officers and 4 members of the public.
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
APOLOGIES : Mr M Craig, Mrs A Dingwall, Mr G Harvey, Mr I MacBeth, Mr G MacIvor.
1.MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Mr P Dicks asked for clarification of how item 4.14 related to item 4.11 and this was clarified.
Minutes were then approved on a motion by Mr D MacDonald and seconded by Mr T Adams.
2.POLICE REPORT
The police reported the problems with the consumption of alcohol by under age drinkers, and the problems with drinking in inappropriate places, eg, Pefferside Park and the High Street.
Work is under way with alcohol suppliers in the Town to mark the receptacles in order to identify the source, and possibly the providers to those under age. The use of alcohol test strips for soft drink containers has also been a worthwhile exercise.
Various complaints of anti social behaviour and breaches of the peace still need the co operation of the public to control these incidents.
The re structuring of the Police Force in the Highlands has still to be finalised, but will hopefully increase the number of front line Officers.
The Chair thanked the police for coming and stressed that police should always feel welcome to attend where possible.
3.MATTERS ARISING FROM THE PREVIOUS MEETING
3.1 Flooding event feedback
One applicant for funding is now in touch with A Dingwall. There is still some money left, so agreed to wait for I MacBeth to return to see how best to distribute, or spend, remaining money.
3.2 Dingwall Academy
There have been no further meetings of the steering group as yet.
3.3 Community Interest – Riverside Field / Old Academy
D MacDonald reported that Liz Cowie (Ward Manager) had reported to the last Dingwall Initiative that this process is not as simple as it seemed. Any register of interest by local Community Groups will require funding.
Any developments will also be subject to the Masterplan which has not yet been completed.
Cllr Chisholm has requested this be completed as soon as possible, and hopes to have more information of progress at next Ward Forum Meeting on 11th December.
3.4 Children's Play Areas
A land search will now have to be done to identify the owners of the land in question, and it was agreed that the Community Council and Tulloch Woods Residents Association should pursue this at a cost of around £25.
3.5 Right of Way through Academy
A submission was sent to Scotways on 19th November with 19 completed questionnaires.
Subscription to Scotways is now due (£16) and F Lees will contact A Dingwall to settle this account.
3.6 Dingwall Bus Stop
A response was received from Stagecoach (see file) but this seemed to be about bus services, rather than the provision of a bus stop.
3.7 Level Crossings
Still awaiting a response.
3.8 Planning Matters
The feedback forms should enable feedback to be acknowledged, but there are still a lot of unanswered questions.
3.9 Ferry Road Picnic Area
D Lockett reported that the sub committee met today with Mr Wavell Gunn. Furniture is sparse, and it was suggested that 4 – 6 robust weatherproof tables and seats would be a good starting point. The sub-group were also asked to obtain quotes for the furniture.
I MacBeth suggested Academy to help if provided with materials. Memorial seating was also suggested.
G Harvey will speak to “Green Gym” to see if they can be of help.
3.10 Litter
Ian Hay has 10 sets of equipment available, and possibly more. F Lees suggested that we re-launch this initiative in 2008.
3.11 Registration of Land
(See 3.3)
3.12 Consultation re Development of High Street
Questionnaires have starting arriving in households already, and there is to be a drop in centre this Saturday at the British Legion Club.
F Lees asked if he could use this session for the “Adopt a Street” campaign also, and was told to feel welcome to do so.
The Road Traffic Order will affect any outcomes of the High Street Plans.
3.13 Cycle Ways Survey
P Dicks requested a map of the distinct cycle paths in Dingwall, which Cllr Paterson agreed to provide.
3.14 Stall at December Market
No update as A Dingwall not present, however thanks was expressed to A Dingwall for her efforts, and to G MacIvor for his efforts with Christmas Lights, which will be switched on by this Wednesday 5th December.
3.15 Any Other matters arising
No other matters arose.
4. TREASURERS REPORT
A satisfactory report had been received.
5. PLANNING/LICENSING
5.1 Letter sent to planning by Community Council in file.
5.2 64 High Street
D MacDonald to comment on historic aspects of this application.
5.3 Royal Hotel
The owners are to be approached on the appearance of the exterior of this building within a conservation area.
5.4 Poundstore /Various
Cllr Chisholm agreed we should speak to the owners on their signage. Cllr Paterson also said that perhaps Julie Ferguson should be contacted.
There are also alterations at “The Rock” and these should be monitored also.
6. CORRESPONDENCE
6.1 Agendas
Noted.
6.2 St Andrews Road Residents Association
A cc letter was sent to the Community Council by the above that they have sent to TEC Services (see file)
6.3 NHS Highland
A review is underway of visiting times at Raigmore Hospital. P Dicks to complete questionnaire.
6.4 Postwatch Scotland
F Lees to pursue this.
6.5 Ward Forum
Next forum meeting is on Tuesday 11th December in Council Offices in Dingwall, and the theme is “Planning”.
6.6 NHS Highland Cancer
Leaflets distributed.
6.7 Tourism Seminar
D MacDonald attending this on Wednesday 5th December.
6.8 Road Safety Seminar
This will be on Monday 10th December in Nairn. F Lees and I MacBeth may attend.
6.9 NHS Team Update
Newsletter.
6.10 SEPA View
Newsletter.
7. AOCB
No other business was raised.
8. DATE AND VENUE OF NEXT MEETING
The next meeting will be on Monday 14th January 2008 at 7.30 pm in the Council Chamber.
The next meeting will be on Monday 10th March 2008.
AGM will be in April to coincide with the election of the new Community Council.
9. CLOSE
This meeting closed at 8.50 pm.
