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Apologies Minutes: Apologies for absence were intimated from
Councillor Math Campbell-Sturgess and Councillor Mark
Irvine. |
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Declarations of Interest Minutes: There
were no declarations of interest intimated. |
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Minutes: The Minute of the meeting of the Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee, held on 13 December
2022 was approved as a correct record. |
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Public Question Time Minutes: Question from Alan Kennedy, Rhu Resident Since 2019, Residents of
Quarryknowe in Rhu have been trying to work with both 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp Community Housing
Association (ACHA) and Luss Estates in an attempt get them to Repair, Upgrade
and implement a maintenance plan for their own individual areas of
responsibility. The main issues faced include the Residents Car Park,
surrounding pavements, walkways and walls (ACHA) and the adjoining Ardenconnel
Path which connects the top of Rhu to the bottom of Rhu through Ardenconnel
Woods (Luss Estates), both of which now present a major Health & Safety
issue to residents due to years of disrepair and neglect. Residents have spoken
with local MP’s, MSP & Councillors however to date nothing has been done to
address any of these issues. 2 residents have sustained injuries in the last 2
weeks as a result of the uneven and broken paving stones which have previously
been reported to ACHA. Can I ask the members if they are
aware of these ongoing issues that residents of Quarryknowe are facing and what
can they do to support our voices being heard and ultimately ACHA and Luss
Estates taking responsibility to carry out upgrades and repairs which
drastically need done. Can I further ask if any of the members would be willing
to meet with residents to see the issues for themselves with a view to putting
pressure on both ACHA and Luss Estates to take on the responsibility of
carrying out these repairs and upgrades? Councillor Penfold advised that
she was not aware of these issues. Councillor Corry highlighted that he was
fully aware of the issues and has had meetings with residents on site and
assured Mr Kennedy that he was working with the residents and the Council to
tackle the issues. Councillor Mulvaney advised that
there has been issues in this particular area for many years adding that on
passing through recently he noted that the area had deteriorated and
highlighted that he was happy that fellow Members were working on the issue. Question from Jackie Hood, Helensburgh Skate park
Committee Jackie Hood, Helensburgh Skate
park Committee submitted the following question, which was read out by the
Governance Manager:- "Once the skatepark
equipment is reinstated to allow discharge of Planning Condition 15 of the
Waterfront Development, what will happen to it? Could the council confirm what
the long-term plans are for the skatepark once the retail development goes
ahead? Will the current 20m x 30m area remain for community use adjacent to
whatever retail development goes ahead or will the skatepark become homeless?
If the latter is the case, where does the council intend to move the skatepark
to, bearing in mind the importance of it to the local community particularly
youngsters and teenagers? " Councillor Penfold advised that
the Committee would seek clarification from the appropriate department and get
a response for Ms Hood. Questions from Ali Mills, Kilcreggan Resident Ali Mills asked a number of
questions in relation to the plans for the development of a new ferry terminal
in Kilcreggan.Ìý She advised that there
are 4 houses which will be directly affected by the proposals and that she
lives in one of these.Ìý She highlighted
that the outline business case had been published in 2021, stating that there
would be a public consultation carried out, which to her knowledge has not been
taken forward.Ìý She asked the Committee
to confirm why the consultation did not happen? Ms Mills advised that further to
the initial outline business case being published there has be no further
engagement with local residents on the options for the new terminal.Ìý She highlighted that local residents have
engaged with Councillors, MPs and MSPs to raise awareness of the issue. Ms Mills asked why it appears
that Mott MacDonald have continued to develop option 4A presented in the
Outline Business Case for over a year without any consultation or public
engagement withÌý the community. She noted that a consultation
exercise is now underway and that an online survey is available for completion
on the Council website.Ìý She asked the
Committee why has the current online survey not been publicised – highlighting
that at a recent meeting of the campaign group it was noted that only a small
number of people were aware of the ongoing consultation. Further to this, Ms Mills asked
for information on the online survey and why it appears that the content of the
survey has been amended since it was first published. Councillor Penfold advised that
the Committee would seek a response to the questions raised on behalf of Ms
Mills from the Marine Operations Manager. It was noted that Councillor
Corry was a member of the Ferry Reference Group and was aware of the issues
raised by Ms Mills. Councillor Hardie advised that
the Audit and Scrutiny Committee ,of which he is a Member, are currently
conducting a scrutiny review in relation to consultation processes.Ìý He advised that he would be keen to hear from
Ms Mills on her experiences which he could then input into the scrutiny review. Councillor Howard noted that she
had been unaware of the consultation until she had seen it referenced in a
local press article. Question from John McGall, Rhu and Shandon
Community Council In 2017 A&BC roads authority,
in collaboration with 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp Timber Transport Group (ATTG), under the Agreed
Routes Maps Scheme decided to classify the minor roads Station & Pier Roads
in Rhu Conservation Village as a consultation route for the purposes of the
timber haulage by large 44 ton HGV’s. In consequence a Timber Transport
Management Plan (TTMP), a voluntary agreement without legal status, was
developed by a Roads Officer and an ATTG representative in private and without
community consultation. It authorised up to 5,000 HGV journeys per year and included agreed pre-conditions, rules to be adhered to including for example set periods to be avoided for school run times when children would be walking on the road. Unfortunately the rules of this agreement were ignored and 30 individual ... view the full minutes text for item 4. |
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Pupil Voice Verbal Presentation by Pupil Representatives from Hermitage
Academy Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a verbal update
from Pupils from Hermitage Academy who outlined aspects of their learning
journeys over the years. Archie
Blackburn outlined his role as an SCQF ambassador, with the role consisting of helping
pupils and parents access My World of Work
which is site used to help determine which career is right for you and the
pathway to get you there. Robbie
Deveney spoke of the wide range of subjects and
qualifications which he had undertaken and advised that he is currently
exploring Graduate Apprenticeship opportunities. Jake
Delaney-Clarke spoke of his experience studying
a Creative Digital Media Foundation Apprenticeship and his work placement in a Printshop in Helenburgh and
highlighted his plan to attend Glasgow Kelvin College in the future. Gill
Agutu spoke of her experience studying Psychology
with 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp College online and independently which
she felt has prepared her well for the future. Gill highlighted that she plans
to study Psychology at University once she leaves school. Mhairi Fulton spoke of the NPA Musical
Theatre SCQF Level 5 which she is currently studying and advised that the
course has provided her with great knowledge for the future and highlighted her
hope for a career in Musical Theatre. Amy
Lane highlighted that she is currently studying an HNC in Business in
collaboration with West College Scotland which has allowed her to further her
education while still in school and advised that this will potentially allow
her to skip a year in University and go straight into second year. On behalf of the Committee, the Chair took the
opportunity to thank the pupils for taking time out of their day to attend and
wished them well in their future endeavours. Decision The Helensburgh and
Lomond Area Committee considered and noted the information provided. (Reference: Verbal Presentation by Pupil
representatives from Hermitage Academy) |
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Police Scotland Update PDF 244 KB Update from Inspector James MacArthur, Police
Scotland Minutes: Consideration
was given to a report which provided an update on the ongoing work of Police
Scotland. The report included information on the launch of the second phase of
the ‘Don’t Be That Guy’ campaign; the ‘Not At Home’ protocol which launched locally
on the 9th of January 2023; the Distress Brief Intervention which is currently
being rolled out throughout 51³Ô¹ÏÃâ·ÑApp and Bute and the Rural Watch extension of
the Neighbourhood Watch Scotland movement. Inspector James McArthur advised of the change in
personnel and highlighted that he is now covering the Helensburgh
and Lomond Area. Decision The Helensburgh and
Lomond Area Committee considered and noted the information provided in the
report. (Reference: Report by Inspector Andrew Barron,
Police Scotland, submitted) |
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Area Performance Report - FQ3 2022/23 PDF 535 KB Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Customer Support Services Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to the Area
Performance Report for financial quarter 3 of 2022/23 (October to December
2022) which illustrated the agreed performance measures for this period. Decision The Helensburgh and
Lomond Area Committee:- 1. noted and considered the performance and supporting commentary as
presented; 2. noted that upon receipt of the Quarterly Performance Report the Area
Committee should contact either the Responsible Named Officer or Sonya Thomas
with any queries; and 3. noted that work is ongoing and to respond to Sonya Thomas with requests
or comments regarding the layout and format of the Performance Report and
Scorecard. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with
responsibility for Customer Support Services, dated 8 February 2023, submitted) |
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Roads and Infrastructure Services Update PDF 190 KB Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which
provided an update on the recent activities of Roads and Infrastructure
Services and highlighted works being undertaken which were relevant to Helensburgh and Lomond area. Decision The Helensburgh
and Lomond Area Committee considered and noted the contents of the report. (Reference: Report by
Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services,
dated January 2023, submitted) |
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Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Development and Economic Growth Minutes: Consideration was given to a report which provided
an update on Housing Services activity and the delivery of the Local Housing
Strategy within the Helensburgh and Lomond area. Decision The Helensburgh and
Lomond Area Committee considered and noted the contents of the report. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with
responsibility for Development and Economic Growth, dated January 2023,
submitted) |
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Helensburgh, Cardross and Dumbarton Cyclepath Update PDF 220 KB Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Development and Economic Growth Additional documents: Minutes: Consideration was given to a report updating
Members on the progress made since the Helensburgh
and Lomond Area Committee on 13 December 2022, in relation to the delivery of a
dedicated, high quality walking and cycle route linking Helensburgh,
Cardross and Dumbarton. Decision The Helensburgh
and Lomond Area Committee:- 1. noted the agreement of five change requests from WSP
at an additional cost of £28,538.97, taking the total cost of WSPs work to
£253,427.96. This additional cost is covered by externally secured funding; 2. welcomed the progress made by WSP towards completing
their work package by 31 March 2023; 3. noted that some elements of work will require to be
completed separately during summer 2023 to finalise the full package required
for construction; and 4. noted the current tender exercise for a design
consultant to commence work on the section of route linking Morrisons
Supermarket to Helensburgh Town Centre/Waterfront. (Reference: Report by
Executive Director with responsibility for Development and Economic Growth,
dated 13 February 2023, submitted) |
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Appointment to Glasgow Airport Consultative Committee PDF 190 KB Report
by Executive Director with responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support Minutes: The Committee considered a
report asking members to consider the appointment of an Elected Member to be
the Council representative on the Glasgow Airport Consultative Committee. Decision The Helensburgh
and Lomond Area Committee appointed Councillor Graham Hardie
as the Council representative on the Glasgow Airport Consultative Committee. (Reference:
Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Legal and Regulatory
Support, dated 31 January 2023, submitted) |
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Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee Workplan PDF 322 KB Minutes: The Helensburgh and
Lomond Area Committee Workplan was before members for
information. Decision The Helensburgh and
Lomond Area Committee noted the contents of the Workplan. (Reference: Helensburgh
and Lomond Area Committee Workplan, dated 14 February
2023) |