Venue: on a Hybrid Basis in the Council Chambers, Kilmory, Lochgilphead and by Microsoft Teams
Contact: Iona Campbell, Senior Committee Assistant - 01436 658 801
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APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Minutes: There were no apologies for absence received. |
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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST Minutes: There were no declarations of interest intimated. |
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MINUTE OF THE MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND THE ISLANDS AREA COMMITTEE HELD ON 5 JUNE 2024 PDF 172 KB Minutes: The Minute of the meeting of the Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee, held on 5 June 2024, was approved as a correct record. |
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PUBLIC QUESTION TIME Minutes: The Governance Manager advised
that there had been no public questions submitted in advance of the meeting. It
was noted that there were no members of the public in attendance at the
meeting. |
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SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND ANNUAL UPDATE PDF 474 KB Presentation by Area Manager, Skills Development Scotland Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a presentation which provided an update on the ongoing works of the Skills Development Scotland (SDS) team.Ìý The Area Manager from SDS highlighted ongoing work around the review of SDS’s position; increased demand for Partnership Action for Continuing Employment (PACE); the provision of an exam results helpline; the ongoing work of SDS in supporting young people; and the availability of support from SDS for anyone in need of advice. The Chair thanked the Area Manager for their presentation, and the Area Manager invited Members to reach out to her if they would like to learn more about the work of SDS in the local area. Decision The Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee considered and noted the information provided. (Reference:Ìý Presentation by Area Manager, Skills Development Scotland, dated 4th September 2024, submitted) |
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Councillor Dougie McFadzean joined the meeting during discussion of the following item. |
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ROADS AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES UPDATE PDF 90 KB Report
by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which provided links to helpful resources and weekly briefings relating to the recent activities of Roads and Infrastructure Services. Decision The Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee considered and noted the contents of the report. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services, dated August 2024, submitted) |
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RECYCLING AND RECOVERY PERFORMANCE PDF 157 KB Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which provided details of the Council’s recycling and landfill diversion performance, along with national policies, targets and regulations which are likely to impact on future performance. Decision The Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee noted and considered the details as outlined in the report and the national policy drivers that would likely impact over the coming years. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services, dated 4 September 2024, submitted) |
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KILKERRAN CEMETERY UPDATE REPORT PDF 106 KB Report
by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which provided a short update on the works which had been carried out to identify a suitable site for building a new cemetery for Kintyre. Decision The Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee: 1.
noted
that officers had continued to try to engage with the MOD, as well as the Kings
Harbour Master (KHM), to discuss their objection to the initial request to
re-purpose the land adjacent to the current cemetery, and that this had been
further supported by a letter being sent from the Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp Kintyre and the
Islands Area Committee Chair to the MOD and the KHM requesting a suitable date
to meet on site; 2.
noted
that a meeting took place on Thursday 22 August with the KHM, MOD Estates,
51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp and Bute Marine Officers, and Network and Standards Officers to discuss
the MOD’s initial letter of objection. This was a positive meeting where the
KHM and the MOD agreed that, having looked at the Council’s proposal for the
purchase and use of the land as a cemetery in more detail, they were of the
opinion that this would not likely have any effect on the Ship Light Beacon,
provided no LED or lights were placed on grave stones and no gravestones were
erected which were above 6 feet; 3.
noted
that the KHM and MOD would now look at internal processes for the potential
purchase or lease of the land to 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp and Bute Council, however this would be
dependent on their estates and legal sections agreeing; and 4.
noted
that the Assistant Network and Standards Manager would now make contact with
the local land owner with a view to entering into negotiations for the other
part of the cemetery. (Reference: Report
by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure
Services, dated August 2024, submitted) |
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Councillor Tommy MacPherson left the meeting during discussion of the following item. |
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CRAIGHOUSE TO CORRAN SANDS, ISLE OF JURA ACTIVE TRAVEL ROUTE PROGRESS REPORT PDF 131 KB Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Development and Economic Growth Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which updated Members on the progress made in relation to developing plans to improve opportunities to walk, wheel or cycle between Craighouse and Corran Sands on the Isle of Jura, noting that this project was identified as a priority in the Isle of Jura Community Action Plan 2018-2023. Decision The Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee agreed to:
(Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for
Development and Economic Growth, dated 19 July 2024, submitted) |
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Councillor Tommy MacPherson rejoined the meeting during discussion of the following item. |
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CULTURE HERITAGE & ARTS (CHARTS) ASSEMBLY ARGYLL AND ISLES 2023-24 PDF 2 MB Presentation by Board Member, CHArts 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp and Isles Additional documents: Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a presentation by the Vice-Chair of the Cultural Heritage and Arts Assembly (CHArts) for 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp and the Isles. The presentation included information on CHArts work and their key projects; the local impact; youth involvement and training, including a successful local apprenticeship; the development of Campbeltown Museum; work in relation to the 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp Aspires project; the Colmcille tour; partnership working with the Council in relation to the 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp Collection; promotion of the Gaelic language and culture; and CHArts business plans going forward. The Chair thanks the Vice-Chair for their presentation, and congratulated those involved in the ‘Reflect, Remembering Together’ project. Decision The Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee considered and noted the information provided. (Reference: Presentation and Annual Review Report by Vice-Chair, Culture Heritage and Arts Assembly (CHArts) 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp and Isles, dated August 2024, submitted) |
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AREA PERFORMANCE REPORT - FQ1 2024/25 PDF 495 KB Report
by Executive Director with responsibility for Customer Support Services Minutes: Consideration was given to the Area Performance Report for financial quarter 1 of 2024/25 (April to June 2024), which illustrated the agreed performance measures for the period. Decision The Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee noted and considered the performance and supporting commentary as presented. (Reference:Ìý Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Customer Support Services, dated 6 August 2024, submitted) |
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AREA COMMITTEE MEETINGS - 2024-2025 PDF 123 KB Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which asked Members to consider the locations for meetings up until June 2025. Decision The Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee agreed that scheduled meetings of the Committee until June 2025 would be held in various locations across the Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands area, to be agreed by the Chair and Vice-Chair in consultation with the Governance Manager. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support, dated 20th August 2024, submitted) |
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APPOINTMENTS TO OUTSIDE ORGANISATIONS PDF 140 KB Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support Minutes: A report asking the Committee to consider making appointments to a number of local bodies/organisations within the Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands area was considered. Decision The Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee agreed: 1. to appoint Councillor Anne Horn to the Tarbert and Skipness Community Trust; 2. to appoint Councillor Anne Horn to the Kintyre Youth Fund; 3. to appoint Councillor Dougie McFadzean to Islay and Jura Community Enterprise Ltd; 4. to appoint Councillor Anne Horn to the 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp and Bute Renewables Trust, alongside Councillor Jan Brown as the existing appointee; 5. to appoint Councillor Anne Horn to the Campbeltown Ferry Committee, alongside Councillor John Armour as the existing appointee. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support, dated 8th August 2024, submitted) |
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MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND THE ISLANDS AREA COMMITTEE WORKPLAN PDF 168 KB Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to the Area Committee
workplan for future meetings.Ìý Decision The Mid 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp, Kintyre and the Islands Area Committee
considered and noted the contents of the workplan. (Reference:Ìý Area Committee Workplan, dated 4 September 2024, submitted) |