Our February 2025 meeting minutes were approved at our last meeting (March 18th) and are now available to read in full by clicking here
At the meeting we discussed
Matters Arising. The Secretary reported on a number of issues relating items at the last meeting, including Henderson St/Fountain Rd traffic calming measures, Active Travel Dunblane to Causewayhead troute, the Paterson Clock, and the dog fouling. CC Member Karen McGregor had sent the Secretary a detailed report covering her activities in relation to Dog Fouling, Christmas Lights, Cash Machine, Defibrillators, and traffic calming measures for Henderson St.
Police Report – Covering the period 22nd January to 17th February 2025: available here
Updates from Community Organisations -A monthly agenda slot for updates from other community groups. Councillor Kleinman spoke in his capacity as a trustee of the BOA Community Activities Group on some projects that are in the early stages, including the installation of Wi-Fi at the Allan Centre. Discover Bridge of Allan Chair Sarah Cameron reported on a number of items with an update on the current board members, their AGM was held on Mon Feb 3rd, the Community Action Plan (CAP) published on their website is also available in print at the library, a donate button has been added to the website with two options – Sunnylaw upkeep or the General fund, they have roughly 270 members with new members encouraged to join. Friends of Bridge of Allan Chair Graham Russell reported that their main activity has been clearing up after Storm Eowyn, there has been some routine maintenance, with some replanting at Blairforkie drive, also they are proposing a repeat of last years Picnic In the Park, in mid or late june.
Residents voice – 8 topics were raised by residents: - Sunnylaw Road Closure – ongoing closure
- Lower Westeron Wood – poor state of paths and trees
- Lovers Lane path closure
- Expense of Music License at the Christmas Lights Ceremony
- Stirling Council Budget Cuts
- Knockhill Bridge Works
- Dogs on farmland
- 103/105 Henderson St
Planned Improvement Works – The Chair indicated it was hoped to have SC Officers at the next meeting to discuss the Henderson St traffic calming measures. Our Bridge of Allan Planning – The Local Place Plan working party are planning further engagement sessions. The deadline for the Local Place Plan has been extended until October. The Chair also reported on the Sunnylaw Meadow Management Committee which is a subcommittee of DBOA. Plans are being made for the first spring grass cut, and options for sustainable funding. Planning report – no new planning proposals of significance. Chair’s Report – Items not covered earlier in the meeting:- Paterson Memorial Clock: AC reported receiving good updates on progress from SC.
- Co-Op: There appears to be a delay in the start of works and provision of a temporary store. When we have news it will be published on our website.
- MUGA: CC with help from Gavin Drummond have secured funding for the resurfacing. Work with the agreed markings will start this spring.
- SC Budget: As discussed in the January meeting, Chair has written to SC, with the letter published on our website (and facebook page). A response from SC was received thanking us for the input.
- CC Vacancies: We will be launching a recruitment campaign this spring.
- Vacant Properties: 4 significant properties on Henderson street are of concern to the community:
- The Royal Hotel, The former Police Station, 103 and 105 Henderson Street. Chair reported on responses she have received after writing to the owners with responses from all except the Royal Hotel. CC Member Jenny Smith had reported to the Police seeing children going over the fence to 103
Secretary’s report – A round up of communications from our elected members, residents and newsletters. Treasurer’s report – In the Treasurer’s absence there was no report. AOB – CC member Jenny Smith reported on progress on the proposal for a ramp for wheelchair access to the Pullar Park Memorial. She also reported finding a den in the woods by Well Road, and Councillor Kleinman added he had called the fire service on seeing a fire there.Minutes for the latest March meeting will be available after their approval at the next meeting in April. 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.
Minutes from all our past meetings can be found on our meetings page
