by Communications TEAM | Oct 29, 2024 | announcement, News, Planning
With huge thanks to the community of Bridge of Allan we are delighted to confirm that the community bid for ownership of Sunnylaw has now concluded, with the Meadow finally in community ownership.
Thanks to the overwhelming community support for a purchase, we submitted a bid to the owners of the land at closing date on 27 March, and after a nail biting wait we were notified that our bid was successful. Since then we’ve been working with our local lawyers, Mailers, to finalise the details and close the purchase. We want to take the opportunity now to thank Alasdair Mackie of Mailers for the support he’s provided to us on working through the offer and purchase in the last 8 months – we really couldn’t have done this without him.
Amanda Coulthard, chair of the Bridge of Allan Community Council, says: “The community purchase would not have been successful without the support of the residents of Bridge of Allan, whether that was offering words of support, completing and sharing our survey, offering a financial donation to support the purchase, putting up posters in the community or joining the action group who led the work.”
The land is held in trust for the community by Discover Bridge of Allan, our local Development Trust. To ensure you’re involved in decisions, and have the opportunity to have your say, please sign up for free membership if you haven’t already.
Discover Bridge of Allan chair, Euan Bain, adds “this purchase shows the commitment and passion of local residents to protect our wonderful community and make it better. Individual residents generously donated their own money to make this purchase happen, and the wider community have, and will continue to, inform and influence plans for the future of Sunnylaw meadow. I would like to personally thank Amanda Coulthard for her passion and determination to see this to conclusion. Her commitment to the betterment of our community is inspiring “
by Communications TEAM | Oct 12, 2024 | announcement, News
Our next Community Council meeting will be held on Tuesday 15th October in the Allan Centre GP room.
The meeting starts at 7.30pm and any member of the public is welcome to attend. We will be joined by people and Organisations that work together for the people of Bridge of Allan, the community policing team, Friends of Bridge of Allan and elected representatives when their calender permits.
by Communications TEAM | Sep 22, 2024 | announcement, Minutes, News
Our August meeting minutes were approved at our last meeting and are now available to read in full by clicking here
At the meeting we discussed
Police Report – Covering the period 17th June to 16th August: available here
Bridge of Allan Allotments – Jen the Secretary of the Bridge of Allan Allotment Association provided an update on Allotments site in the Haws park, the group now has charity status.
Sunnylaw Meadow: The sale has not yet completed, the management committee continues to meet and consider the future of the site. Check for news and updates on the Discover Bridge of Allan Community pages.
Local Place Plan – More engagement to come towards end of year. LPP has to be ready by April 2025.
Tennis Courts – Although the courts are available to book on Clubspark just now they are not “Officially” open. Charges will eventually apply to bookings with the exception of free slots 10-11 on Saturday and Sunday.
Sunnylaw Road Closure – The road will remain closed until it is safe to re-open, the TRO is in place until 5th November 2024.
Weeding – A big thanks to the work of Friends of Bridge of Allan for weeding and keeping the village tidy
Telecommunications Upgrade – The proposed upgrades to mobile coverage is not going ahead (see the plan)
Chair’s Update – Funding is secure for the re surfacing of the MUGA, Membership changes were discussed.
Community Groups – A monthly agenda slot for updates from other community groups. Friends of Bridge of Allan are shortlisted for the Inspire Volunteering Awards 2024 in the Environment Category, good luck!
Secretary’s report – A round up of communications from our elected members, residents and newsletters
Treasurer’s report – Funds for the Larder fund are to be transferred over to the Cornton Baptist Church
AOB – Scottish water top up taps, Haws park defib, Remembrance memorial service
Minutes for the latest September meeting will be available after their approval at the next meeting. However news on the progress of projects and local issues will also be shared via our website and social media accounts, so sign up to our mailing list or
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Minutes from all our past meetings can be found on our meetings page
by Communications TEAM | Sep 14, 2024 | announcement, News
Our next Community Council meeting will be held on Tuesday 17th September in the Allan Centre GP room.
The meeting starts at 7.30pm and any member of the public is welcome to attend. We will be joined by people and organisations that work together for the people of Bridge of Allan, the community policing team, Friends of Bridge of Allan and elected representatives when their calender permits.
by Communications TEAM | Sep 1, 2024 | announcement, Minutes
Our June meeting minutes were approved at our last meeting and are now available to read in full by clicking here
At the meeting we discussed
Matters Arising – A big thanks to Friends of Bridge of Allan for the excellent Picnic in the Park event, an update on the refurbishment of the Co-op store, an application to the Common Good Fund, grass cutting and the primary school zebra crossing.
Police Report – Covered events from 20th May – 17th of June.
Sunnylaw Road Closure – A representative from Stirling Council’s Road maintenance team outlined the factors contributing to the road closure.
Guala – Allan Currie attended to talk about options for the future of the site.
Residents view – The issue of weeds in pavements and car parks was discussed
Sunnylaw Land: Solicitors are still finalising the purchase.
Discover Bridge of Allan will hold the land in trust and an Management Committee will now take on responsibility for the site.
Tennis Courts/MUGA refurbishment – refurbished courts are currently free for the time being, with proposed fee being £5 per hour, £50 per year. Courts can be booked via the
LTA clubspark site (registration needed). Funding from CSET has been secured to refurbish the adjoining MUGA
Local Place Plan – communality Engagement took place at recent events. The online survey received around 450 responses, with paper responses to be added. Drop in sessions were held on the 27th of June to outline findings so far and an opportunity to comment.
Succession Planning/Co-option – Graham accepted full membership and Kathryn was co-opted as a new member. See all our member bios here
Planning Applications Report – Scottish water are proposing tree planting at the Cocksburn Reservoir
Stirling Shinty Club – Sandy from Stirling Camanachd spoke about the club, which is now using the Haws park for training and matches. Seniors on thursday evenings 7.30pm and Juniors Saturday 9am. New players welcome. Check out their facebook page
Minutes for the latest August meeting will be available after their approval at the next meeting. However news on the progress of projects and local issues will also be shared via our website and social media accounts, so sign up to our mailing list or
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Minutes from all our past meetings can be found on our meetings page
