by Communications TEAM | Dec 7, 2024 | announcement, announcementspage, Minutes, News, webpage
Our October 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 13th September to 10th October: available here
Residents voice – A discussion around topical issues of the provision of a local post office and banking facilities, problematic litter and dog fouling areas. A reminder to report issues that need attention from stirling council to
report it webpage
Updates from Community Organisations -A monthly agenda slot for updates from other community groups. Friends of Bridge of Allan have taken down the hanging baskets and are preparing the memorial park for the Remembrance Service. Discover Bridge of Allan updated that their website will be getting a refresh and is progressing an application for charitable status. The Dr Welsh Trust AGM is to be held on the 21st November. Did you know the Dr Welsh Trust is now online <- New Website!
Christmas Lights 🌟❄️🎄 – A summary from the team about the progress of fundraising and planning for the switch on.
Coordination of Events – Bridge of Allan hosts a number of events large and small throughout the year, such as the Highland Games, Car Show and Fireworks Night. The development of an events charter was suggested to ensure minimal disruption to residents and recognise good practice, hopefully resulting in successful events that benefit locals and visitors.
Our Bridge of Allan Planning – Feedback from community engagement events has now been analysed to identify themes for the Community Action plan, which is now in design. The Local Place Plan is also in draft and should be available for review in January. The purchase of Sunnylaw is now imminent.
Planning report – no planning proposals of note. We will be contacting Guala for an update on the plans for the UCP factory site
Chairs Reports – An update on a number of groups and events including Christmas activities throughout November and December, the Remembrance Service. Alasdair will be stepping down from the council to move away. We now have two community council vacancies, and welcome anyone interested to come along to a meeting or get in touch. A recruitment drive will begin soon
Secretary’s report – A round up of communications from our elected members, residents and newsletters
Nominations for Treasurer – Graham was voted in to take on the role of Treasurer from Alasdair
AOB – Cones from the roadworks ending up in the river, a damaged wall on the Darn Walk, uneven pavement at the Allan Centre, Well House Doors Open day and ideas for more heritage events.
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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
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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
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by Communications TEAM | Jul 21, 2024 | Minutes, News, Uncategorized
On the 18th of June we held our AGM and elected our position holders. Our long serving Chair Mike gave his annual report which can be read below. Mike has been Chair since 2017 and has served the community with passion and dedication. The Community Council Members thank Mike for his leadership and guidance over this time.
Good evening seems like no time at all since the previous AGM and I guess at my age time does slip by ever rapidly.
Seems to me to have been a year when we fully recovered from the trials and tribulations of be inquorate early 2023 and have grown in strength and stature as the locally elected representative body in the Village.
We have in my view increased our profile and credibility through the invaluable input of our Comms Group and the leadership of Anna providing up to date news and information to the residents.
The Xmas lights annual event is now fully established and funded thanks to the working group and the local traders and the partnership support of the Friends.
We intervened on the surprise sale of greenspace on Sunnylaw road by calling a public meeting and establishing a local action group resulting in the final purchase of the land for the Community through local benefactors and subsequent management by the local Development trust.
The requirement by Stirling Council and the Scottish Government to create a Local Place Plan which will feed into the Strategic L.D.P has been at the forefront of input on our Planning agenda and is fronted by Amanda and Inga in partnership with Discover Bridge of Allan. Following a successful intervention at the Civic Panel clarifying the targeting of our Common Good Fund resources.
Local Planning is always on our agenda, and we have objected as and when appropriate e.g. on the redevelopment of the former Eagleton hotel and the Blairforkie Drive housing development and issues such as the future of the Royal Hotel and the former Police Station will no doubt be high on our future agenda.
Chair
2024 Elected Position Holders
Chair: Amanda Coulthard
Vice Chair: Anna Doeser
Secretary: Leslie Harkness
Treasurer: Alasdair Taylor
Planning Officer: Inga Bullen
Communications Officer: Anna Doeser
The minutes of the 2022 AGM (there was no 2023 AGM) were approved and are now available here. The Community Council Annual Accounts were also approved and can be viewed here.
by Communications TEAM | Jun 23, 2024 | announcement, Minutes, News, Uncategorized
Our May 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 – We have a new PC covering the Bridge of Allan area PC Rennie.
Residents voice – concerns re vegetation encroaching on pavements and derelict buildings. – Remember you can riase issues directly with Stirling Council using the
Report it function
Guala – Update from tour of site facilitated by Allan Currie. Curently all possible options for the site are being considered.
Sunnylaw Land: Solicitors are 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 curently 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 – Communinty Engagement took place at recent events. The survey was extended (but is now closed). The Local Place Plan document is beginign to be built up
Waste Management Centre Bookings/ Fountain Road Play park – bookings are now needed to take your waste to the HWRC –
see more info here
Succession Planning/Co-option
CC Public Liability Insurance
Reported Drug Issue
Planning Applications Report
Common Good Fund Application – The CC voted to approve funding from the Common Good Fund for Bridge of Allan Primary school to refurbish their MUGA
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by Communications TEAM | Jun 13, 2024 | announcement, Minutes, News
Our April meeting minutes were approved at our last meeting and are now available to read in full by clicking here
At the meeting we discussed
- April Police report
- Kier Street Tennis Courts and MUGA
- Guala UCP Factory Site
- Sunnylaw Land Bid
- Local Place Plan
- Succession Planning/Vacancy
- Litter and Weeds
- Bank and Post Office
- Recycling bins
- Well Road – Alexander Drive Footpath
- Planning report
- Reports form our Chair, Secretary and Treasurer.
Minutes for the latest May 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 follow us to find out our news.
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