Biggar Community Council
Minutes BCC AGM meeting on 20 Nov 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
a
Recording of membership present and apologies received :
Elected Members Present: Jimmy Richie, Roger Curtis, Gilllian Gardner, Caz Alcorn, Helen Leslie, Alan Wilson. Absent: Laura Shirley
Other Members Present: Neil Ingram - Associate, Ben Waine- Associate. Ian McAllen -Ex Officio SLC, Alex Allison – Ex Offico SLC. Not Present: Ralph Barker - Ex Officio SLC, Mari McAllen MSP, David Mundell MP
b
The minutes of the last annual general meeting of the Community Council to be submitted for adoption. The secretary had not been able to find them and so sent them to BCC members on the 27th Nov by E Mail.
c
Chairperson’s Annual Report He listed items that had been the concern of BCC during the year including: graveyard wall, street lighting, Story Homes , Burn Brae litter, Paddling pool, Litter Picking, Bigger Bonfire, Police support, Biggar Park.
He thanked the members for their support.
d
Secretary’s Annual Report. He outlined the process of producing agendas and minutes and sending out relevant items that had come on the BCC E mail, to members and placing them on Facebook and Weebly.
e
Treasurer’s submission of Balance Sheet and Annual Accounts – this was given by Lesley Craise acting as treasurer.
f
Standing down of current office bearers/election of office bearers
None were standing down, Lesley Craise was unanimously voted in as Treasurer
g
Adoption of Constitution - adopted
h
Chairperson to declare date of next annual general meeting and close meeting. Date to be decided in 2024
Committee Meeting To Follow The AGM
Minutes BCC AGM meeting on 20 Nov 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
a
Recording of membership present and apologies received :
Elected Members Present: Jimmy Richie, Roger Curtis, Gilllian Gardner, Caz Alcorn, Helen Leslie, Alan Wilson. Absent: Laura Shirley
Other Members Present: Neil Ingram - Associate, Ben Waine- Associate. Ian McAllen -Ex Officio SLC, Alex Allison – Ex Offico SLC. Not Present: Ralph Barker - Ex Officio SLC, Mari McAllen MSP, David Mundell MP
b
The minutes of the last annual general meeting of the Community Council to be submitted for adoption. The secretary had not been able to find them and so sent them to BCC members on the 27th Nov by E Mail.
c
Chairperson’s Annual Report He listed items that had been the concern of BCC during the year including: graveyard wall, street lighting, Story Homes , Burn Brae litter, Paddling pool, Litter Picking, Bigger Bonfire, Police support, Biggar Park.
He thanked the members for their support.
d
Secretary’s Annual Report. He outlined the process of producing agendas and minutes and sending out relevant items that had come on the BCC E mail, to members and placing them on Facebook and Weebly.
e
Treasurer’s submission of Balance Sheet and Annual Accounts – this was given by Lesley Craise acting as treasurer.
f
Standing down of current office bearers/election of office bearers
None were standing down, Lesley Craise was unanimously voted in as Treasurer
g
Adoption of Constitution - adopted
h
Chairperson to declare date of next annual general meeting and close meeting. Date to be decided in 2024
Committee Meeting To Follow The AGM
C
Meeting of Biggar Community Council
20 Nov 2023 Venue: Biggar Library. Time 7:40pm
Present: Jimmy Ritchie Alan Wilson, Lesley Craise , Neil Ingram (Associate Member) Helen Leslie, Roger Curtis (Secretary). Caz Alcorn, Gilllian Gardner,
Apologies: Laura Shirley, Ben Wane
Ex Officio: Ian McAllan (SLC), Alex Allison (SLC).
5 members of the public were present, including 3 people who currently use the caravan site, and 1 from the golf club
Matters arising from the minutes of 16 Oct
Caravan Park
The letter from SLC of the 15th November was presented to the meeting ( see appendix). Councillor Allison said that David Booth. Executive Director, Community and Enterprise Resources, SLC would like to attend our next meeting on the 18th December 2023 to explain the situation. It was agreed that the Secretary will send a letter giving details of the time and venue.
The meeting felt that any development of BiggarPark should be for the benefit of all residents of Biggar, including Caravaners’ and the Golf club
Kello Hospital
The BCC has issued details sent from the NHS concerning new opening times for Kello Hospital these are: “Appointments can be scheduled by calling Lanark treatment room at 01555 667150.
* There is a specific wound clinic in Biggar (located within the out-building at Kello Hospital) that was established when the minor injuries service was suspended. It is well-utilised, and the hours are being extended due to demand. The clinic is scheduled on Tuesdays and Fridays (13:30-16:00), and starting from November 7th, the Tuesday clinic will be operational from 09:00 to 16:00. Appointments can be booked via the Lanark treatment room number mentioned above.”
Bus Times
Stuarts have issued a new bus time table. It is hoped that will be more reliable.
Bonfire
This is on track. It was reported that no consumption of alcohol will be allowed on the street, nor any children’s flames.
Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting (16/10/ 23).
The minutes were then approved. Proposed by Lesley Craise, seconded by
Allen Wilson
“Community Council-Police Report 16/10/2023
Police update –16/10/23 - 13/11/23
28 incidents were recorded for Biggar during this period. For comparison, in the same time period 174 calls were received for Lanark and 215 for Carluke.
3 crime reports were raised – these were in relation to 2 x Culpable & Reckless Conduct and 1x Fraud.
From my analysis of incidents and crime reports there is nothing to indicate any other specific trends that should cause any concerns to the local community.
Please report any incidents to police by either phoning 101 or using the online reporting tool on the Police Scotland website.
Community Police officers can also be contacted by emailing LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk
PC Alan Kerr Q1240
PC Ross Allan Q646”
Windfarm plans – plan includes and reduction of four turbines and to include current access road
Gillian Gardner raised the issue about BIggar applying for a “Biggar in Bloom” recognition, and to have a license for a Farmers’ Market. Both items were approved by the BCC.
Funding for the Clydesdale Walkway has been approved by the Government.
Appendix:
Wed, 15 Nov,
Dear Mr Curtis,
Thank-you for your letter from Biggar Community Council received on Thursday 19th October. Apologies for the delay in responding.
I appreciate you seek assurances around storage of caravans until the new arrangements for the caravan park are agreed. Firstly, I would like to provide you with the following update on plans for the park.
The Council has made this difficult decision to close Biggar Caravan Park taking into account the current standard of facilities available at the site and the necessary investment required to bring the park up to an acceptable standard. The caravan park will cease trading for a period of no less than a year from 31 March 2024, giving the Council time to look into options for the future of the wider park, considering market interest in the site and the outcome of a public consultation on the park. Currently, no decisions have been made on what services will be provided at the park in the future.
Separate to this, the Council’s contract with the current provider of management services at Biggar Caravan Park will come to an end on 31 March 2024. You have asked about an extension for the caravanners beyond the 31 January date (the date you state the service provider says he is closing down the site). However, the Council has no legal basis for intervening on matters related to use of the site during the period January - March 2024, and any arrangements caravan owners have with the above provider are strictly between those two parties. South Lanarkshire Council cannot therefore become involved in discussions relating to these arrangements. Nevertheless, the Council expects all caravans to be removed from the site no later than 31 March 2024 and will be issuing a public notice to that effect over the next couple of weeks
You asked about the contractual obligations when the site contract expires, especially in relation to remedial or repairs. I can inform you that the current service providers’ contract is for the provision of management services only i.e. it is not a full repairing and issuing lease. That said, there are general cleaning and maintenance obligations on the Council and the operators.
I note that there will be many caravanners who will have enjoyed long-term seasonal residency at the site and apologise for any upset caused.
I hope this gives you some further information which you can relay to your members.
Regards
Michelle
Michelle Wilkie
Performance and Policy Development Manager
Enterprise and Sustainable Development Service
Community and Enterprise Resources
Council Offices,
Floor 7
Almada Street,
Hamilton,
ML3 0AA
Mobile: 077168 72992
Email: michelle.wilkie@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
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Meeting of Biggar Community Council
20 Nov 2023 Venue: Biggar Library. Time 7:40pm
Present: Jimmy Ritchie Alan Wilson, Lesley Craise , Neil Ingram (Associate Member) Helen Leslie, Roger Curtis (Secretary). Caz Alcorn, Gilllian Gardner,
Apologies: Laura Shirley, Ben Wane
Ex Officio: Ian McAllan (SLC), Alex Allison (SLC).
5 members of the public were present, including 3 people who currently use the caravan site, and 1 from the golf club
- Welcomes and Apologies
- Notification of AOCB – None
- Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting ( 16 Oct 23)
Matters arising from the minutes of 16 Oct
Caravan Park
The letter from SLC of the 15th November was presented to the meeting ( see appendix). Councillor Allison said that David Booth. Executive Director, Community and Enterprise Resources, SLC would like to attend our next meeting on the 18th December 2023 to explain the situation. It was agreed that the Secretary will send a letter giving details of the time and venue.
The meeting felt that any development of BiggarPark should be for the benefit of all residents of Biggar, including Caravaners’ and the Golf club
Kello Hospital
The BCC has issued details sent from the NHS concerning new opening times for Kello Hospital these are: “Appointments can be scheduled by calling Lanark treatment room at 01555 667150.
* There is a specific wound clinic in Biggar (located within the out-building at Kello Hospital) that was established when the minor injuries service was suspended. It is well-utilised, and the hours are being extended due to demand. The clinic is scheduled on Tuesdays and Fridays (13:30-16:00), and starting from November 7th, the Tuesday clinic will be operational from 09:00 to 16:00. Appointments can be booked via the Lanark treatment room number mentioned above.”
Bus Times
Stuarts have issued a new bus time table. It is hoped that will be more reliable.
Bonfire
This is on track. It was reported that no consumption of alcohol will be allowed on the street, nor any children’s flames.
Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting (16/10/ 23).
The minutes were then approved. Proposed by Lesley Craise, seconded by
Allen Wilson
- Appointment of New Members – none. Note Lesley Craise had been appointed as a full member and Treasurer at the AGM that took place at 7pm that day.
- Matters Raised By Members of the Public - none
- Items from BCC E Mails, Facebook Page and BCC Webley Page - no issues raised.
- Police Report 16 Nov 23
“Community Council-Police Report 16/10/2023
Police update –16/10/23 - 13/11/23
28 incidents were recorded for Biggar during this period. For comparison, in the same time period 174 calls were received for Lanark and 215 for Carluke.
3 crime reports were raised – these were in relation to 2 x Culpable & Reckless Conduct and 1x Fraud.
From my analysis of incidents and crime reports there is nothing to indicate any other specific trends that should cause any concerns to the local community.
Please report any incidents to police by either phoning 101 or using the online reporting tool on the Police Scotland website.
Community Police officers can also be contacted by emailing LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk
PC Alan Kerr Q1240
PC Ross Allan Q646”
- SLC Councillors’ reports reported that David Booth would meet with BCC and have separate meetings with Caravan Owners and Golf Club.
- Treasurer’s Report
- Windfarm Micro Grants Lesley Craise reported on three applications, which were approved.
- Planning Matters
Windfarm plans – plan includes and reduction of four turbines and to include current access road
- Other Matters
Gillian Gardner raised the issue about BIggar applying for a “Biggar in Bloom” recognition, and to have a license for a Farmers’ Market. Both items were approved by the BCC.
Funding for the Clydesdale Walkway has been approved by the Government.
- D.O.N.M. 18th December 2023 7pm. In the Library.
Appendix:
- Letter from SLC on the Caravan Park: 15 Nov 23
Wed, 15 Nov,
Dear Mr Curtis,
Thank-you for your letter from Biggar Community Council received on Thursday 19th October. Apologies for the delay in responding.
I appreciate you seek assurances around storage of caravans until the new arrangements for the caravan park are agreed. Firstly, I would like to provide you with the following update on plans for the park.
The Council has made this difficult decision to close Biggar Caravan Park taking into account the current standard of facilities available at the site and the necessary investment required to bring the park up to an acceptable standard. The caravan park will cease trading for a period of no less than a year from 31 March 2024, giving the Council time to look into options for the future of the wider park, considering market interest in the site and the outcome of a public consultation on the park. Currently, no decisions have been made on what services will be provided at the park in the future.
Separate to this, the Council’s contract with the current provider of management services at Biggar Caravan Park will come to an end on 31 March 2024. You have asked about an extension for the caravanners beyond the 31 January date (the date you state the service provider says he is closing down the site). However, the Council has no legal basis for intervening on matters related to use of the site during the period January - March 2024, and any arrangements caravan owners have with the above provider are strictly between those two parties. South Lanarkshire Council cannot therefore become involved in discussions relating to these arrangements. Nevertheless, the Council expects all caravans to be removed from the site no later than 31 March 2024 and will be issuing a public notice to that effect over the next couple of weeks
You asked about the contractual obligations when the site contract expires, especially in relation to remedial or repairs. I can inform you that the current service providers’ contract is for the provision of management services only i.e. it is not a full repairing and issuing lease. That said, there are general cleaning and maintenance obligations on the Council and the operators.
I note that there will be many caravanners who will have enjoyed long-term seasonal residency at the site and apologise for any upset caused.
I hope this gives you some further information which you can relay to your members.
Regards
Michelle
Michelle Wilkie
Performance and Policy Development Manager
Enterprise and Sustainable Development Service
Community and Enterprise Resources
Council Offices,
Floor 7
Almada Street,
Hamilton,
ML3 0AA
Mobile: 077168 72992
Email: michelle.wilkie@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
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Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC meeting on 20 Nov 2023 at approx. 740pm following AGM
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING ( 16 Oct 23)
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising including replies from letters sent out ref: Caravan Park, Kello, Buses
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT including progress on signature mandates with RBS
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS
13
AOCB
Agenda BCC meeting on 20 Nov 2023 at approx. 740pm following AGM
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING ( 16 Oct 23)
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising including replies from letters sent out ref: Caravan Park, Kello, Buses
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
- Bonfire progress
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT including progress on signature mandates with RBS
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS
13
AOCB
Meeting of Biggar Community Council
16 Oct 2023 Venue:
Biggar Library
Present: Laura Shirley , Alan Wilson, Lesley Craise (Acting as Chair), Neil Ingram (Associate Member) Helen Leslie, Roger Curtis (Secretary)
Apologies: Gillian Gardner, Jimmy Ritchie
Ex Officio: Ian McAllan (SLC), Alex Allison (SLC).
3 members of the public were present, including 2 people who currently use the caravan site.
- Welcomes and Apologies
- Notification of AOCB – None
- Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting ( 18 Sept 23)
Matters arising from the minutes of 18 Sept
Caravan Park
The reply from SLC was read out and discussed. Their letter is attached as an appendix to these minutes. It was agreed to reply to this letter expressing the concerns of the Caravan owners who may be forced to leave the site by the end of January 2024. The Community Council felt that it was reasonable that SLC allow them to stay on the site until new arrangements were agreed. It was noted the existing contract to run the park would formally end on the 31st March 2024.
Kello Hospital
The committee studied the letter received from the NHS (copy attached). It was agreed that the Secretary would write back saying that the information given in the last two bullet points was new to the committee members and further clarification was needed.
Bus Times
The Secretary reported that there had been no reply to the letter sent to the bus company. The traffic commissioners had forwarded our letter to their Scottish Office
Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting (19/9/ 23).
The minutes were then approved. Proposed by Alan Wilson, seconded by
Helen Leslie
- Appointment of New Members – none. It was decided to advertise for candidates to fill the three available vacancies.
- Matters Raised By Members of the Public
Bonfire Progress – the bonfire committee had been due to meet 10 October. There has been no information issued as yet. Councilor Allison advised that for next year, if the bonfire committee wanted to enlarge the size of the bonfire then they should seek permission early on in 2024.
AGM Arrangements – this to take place on the 20th November 2023, at 7pm followed by the Committee Meeting. The venue to be the Library. Note the order of the meetings is in line with the BCC constitution.
- Items from BCC E Mails, Facebook Page and BCC Webley Page - no issues raised.
- Police Report 21. 9.23
Community Council-Police Report 16/10/2023
Police update –18/09/2023 – 16/10/23
35 incidents were recorded for Biggar during this period. For comparison, in the same time period
215 calls were received for Lanark and 219 for Carluke.
3 crime reports were raised – these were in relation to 1 x assault, 1 x Threatening behaviour and 1x
Road Traffic matter.
From my analysis of incidents and crime reports there is nothing to indicate any other specific trends
that should cause any concerns to the local community.
Please report any incidents to police by either phoning 101 or using the online reporting tool on the
Police Scotland website.
Community Police officers can also be contacted by emailing
LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk
PC Alan Kerr Q1240
PC Ross Allan Q646
- SLC Councillors’ reports SLC Leisure are reviewing assets, but no decision has been made at the moment. Caz Alcorn advised that Biggar Kirk is doing the same.
- Treasurer’s Report
Incentive Account This account contains several funding streams, as well as the Incentive Fund itself, namely
Incentive Fund Currently £376.56
Glenkerie Windfarm Currently £272.60 Lesley has completed the necessary paperwork for the top up.
CAP (Community Action Plan) Currently £911.31
Clyde Extension Windfarm Currently £1445.27
Clyde Windfarm Account
Currently £2017.00
Business Account
Currently contains £372.00
Signature Mandates with RBS - it was confirmed by Lesley Craise that Roger Curtis has now been given a mandate by the bank to sign cheques.
- Windfarm Microgrants Neil Ingram reported that there were no submissions.
- Planning Matters
Lanark Bus Station – Neil Ingram explained the latest developments as a result of objections by Morrisons.
Review of Planning and Historical Environment in Biggar – there is a meeting due to take place early November.
- Other Matters
Concern was expressed by the change to free dental provision by the NHS. Free checkups are to be every 2 years instead of every six months.
D.O.N.M. 20th November 2023 after the AGM which is due 7pm. Both meetings in the Library.
Appendix:
- Letter from SLC on the Caravan Park:
Thank-you for your correspondence dated 19 September on Biggar Caravan Park. We have indeed received the draft version of the consultants’ report in the last couple of weeks, the detail of which is being considered and discussed internally. The report is complex with a number of factors for consideration in relation to likely market interest in the site, necessary capital investment, and the impact on the caravanning community, local tourism and the wider Biggar community. For this reason, we need to consider the options carefully and ensure we have addressed the risks/opportunities raised within the report before carrying out wider consultation.
As stated in my earlier correspondence, I am happy to come along to a future Community Council meeting once we have fully assessed the consultants’ report, when I will have more information to give you.
South Lanarkshire Council has an occupancy and management agreement with the current service providers in the caravan park. This agreement comes to an end in March 2024. We have informed the service providers that a new caravan contract will not be operational from that time. Depending on the decisions related to the future of the park, there could be further development work required in relation to identifying a new service provider, carrying out infrastructure works and/or developing legal contracts. This will take some time.
In terms of communications with the caravan owners, the Council has no oversight over this as the agreements to occupy the caravan pitches are between the caravan owners and the service providers; but as stated last time, we have been informed by the service providers that they have written to the caravan owners informing them of the above developments.
I hope this provides you with the additional information you need at this time and we will continue to keep you updated as we progress plans for an alternative business model for the Park.
Regards
Michelle Wilkie written on behalf of David Booth
Michelle Wilkie
Performance and Policy Development Manager
Enterprise and Sustainable Development Service
Community and Enterprise Resources
Council Offices,
Floor 7
Almada Street,
Hamilton,
ML3 0AA
Mobile: 077168 72992
Email: michelle.wilkie@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
- Letter from NHS about Kello Hospital
Many thanks for your recent enquiry relating to Kello hospital.
I have noted the wider interest you refer to and thought it might be helpful to set out the
background in terms the current provision of care at Kello hospital, particularly in relation to minor
injuries.
Firstly, I want to provide an overall and absolute assurance that our primary focus remains on patient safety across Lanarkshire through what continues to be a period of exceptional challenges.
At the onset of Covid-19 pandemic, NHS Lanarkshire made the difficult decision to suspend the minor injury service at Kello Hospital. The continued pause of the minor injuries service is primarily and unfortunately related to broader staffing pressures across the NHS in Lanarkshire and Scotland and our obligations to ensure safe staffing arrangements across our services.
It is important to recognise that nursing in a minor injuries context requires further qualifications and an enhanced skill set in addition to providing care in the main unit of the community hospital (or any given hospital environment). Recruiting staff with the minor injuries skillset to the community hospitals is exceptionally difficult at this time. Similar challenges also apply to the logistics of training existing ward staff in a way that does not disrupt the delivery and prioritization of care for existing inpatients or those in the community. We also remain especially vigilant regarding Covid-19 as we enter the winter months, aiming to protect both our workforce and our particularly frail patients.
Given the challenges in recruiting the workforce required for the safe delivery of the service it is regrettably not possible at this time to specify when the minor injuries service at Kello Hospital can resume. We appreciate that this is frustrating. We are committed to ensuring appropriate care is available to the communities of Clydesdale, for example with the recent extension of our Hospital at Home service into the locality.
In terms of available support, I would also highlight the following:
From Monday to Friday, appointments are available at local treatment rooms across
Clydesdale for many aspects of care, including minor burns, cuts, and wounds.
Appointments can be scheduled by calling Lanark treatment room at 01555 667150.
Choose an item. Phone: 0303 123 1008
Email: @southlanarkshire.gov.uk
* There is a specific wound clinic in Biggar (located within the out-building at Kello Hospital) that was established when the minor injuries service was suspended. It is well-utilised, and the hours are being extended due to demand. The clinic is scheduled on Tuesdays and Fridays (13:30-16:00), and starting from November 7th, the Tuesday clinic will be operational from 09:00 to 16:00. Appointments can be booked via the Lanark treatment room number mentioned above.
*I would also like to remind you that we actively encourage anyone requiring minor injuries services to initially contact 111, where they can receive remote assessment and advice on the most appropriate treatment option, including attending a dedicated minor injuries unit at one of the local hospitals if necessary.
I do understand that this response may not provide the answer you were hoping for regarding the minor injuries service. However, I hope the information about available alternatives is helpful. I also want to emphasise that senior management, clinical leaders and staff are diligently directing and prioritising available resources and expertise to where it's needed most, including in our rural areas, during this time of unprecedented challenge.
Thank you for your continued support.
Yours sincerely
Lesley Thomson
Nurse Director
Clic Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC AGM meeting on 20 Nov 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
a
Recording of membership present and apologies received
b
The minutes of the last annual general meeting of the Community Council to be submitted for adoption
c
Chairperson’s Annual Report (any questions)
d
Secretary’s Annual Report (any questions)
e
Treasurer’s submission of Balance Sheet and Annual Accounts (any questions)/any changes to bank account
f
Standing down of current office bearers/election of office bearers
g
Adoption of Constitution
h
Chairperson to declare date of next annual general meeting and close meeting
Committee Meeting To Follow The AGM
Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC AGM meeting on 20 Nov 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
a
Recording of membership present and apologies received
b
The minutes of the last annual general meeting of the Community Council to be submitted for adoption
c
Chairperson’s Annual Report (any questions)
d
Secretary’s Annual Report (any questions)
e
Treasurer’s submission of Balance Sheet and Annual Accounts (any questions)/any changes to bank account
f
Standing down of current office bearers/election of office bearers
g
Adoption of Constitution
h
Chairperson to declare date of next annual general meeting and close meeting
Committee Meeting To Follow The AGM
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Agenda BCC AGM meeting on 20 Nov 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
a
Recording of membership present and apologies received
b
The minutes of the last annual general meeting of the Community Council to be submitted for adoption
c
Chairperson’s Annual Report (any questions)
d
Secretary’s Annual Report (any questions)
e
Treasurer’s submission of Balance Sheet and Annual Accounts (any questions)/any changes to bank account
f
Standing down of current office bearers/election of office bearers
g
Adoption of Constitution
h
Chairperson to declare date of next annual general meeting and close meeting
Committee Meeting To Follow The AGM
Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC AGM meeting on 20 Nov 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
#
ITEM
a
Recording of membership present and apologies received
b
The minutes of the last annual general meeting of the Community Council to be submitted for adoption
c
Chairperson’s Annual Report (any questions)
d
Secretary’s Annual Report (any questions)
e
Treasurer’s submission of Balance Sheet and Annual Accounts (any questions)/any changes to bank account
f
Standing down of current office bearers/election of office bearers
g
Adoption of Constitution
h
Chairperson to declare date of next annual general meeting and close meeting
Committee Meeting To Follow The AGM
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Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC meeting on 16 Oct 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising including replies from letters sent out ref: Caravan Park, Kello, Buses
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT including progress on signature mandates with RBS
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS
13
AOCB
All welcome
Agenda BCC meeting on 16 Oct 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising including replies from letters sent out ref: Caravan Park, Kello, Buses
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
- Bonfire progress
- AGM arrangements
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT including progress on signature mandates with RBS
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS
13
AOCB
All welcome
Click hMeeting of Biggar Community Council
18 Sept 2023 Venue:
Biggar Library
Present: Jimmy Ritchie (Chair), Laura Shirley (Treasurer), Alan Wilson, Lesley Craise (Associate Member), Neil Ingram (Associate Member) Ben Waine, Helen Kivlin
Apologies: Caz Alcorn, Gillian Gardner
Ex Officio: Ian McAllan (SLC), Alex Allison (SLC).
5 members of the public were present, including 3 people who currently use the caravan site.
Matters arising from the minutes of 18 August
Caravan Park
The secretary reported that he had written to SLC but had received no reply. He will write again expressing BCC’s and the Caravan Owners’ concerns especially considering they are being told that the park will close end of January 2024
Kello Hospital
The Committee studied a letter Mr Knock of Quothquan and Thankerton CC had received from NHS Lanarkshire, about the Kello Hospital. This was felt to be an unsatisfactory reply. The secretary was asked to write to the NHS Lanarkshire asking when the Kello Hospital would reopen for the treatment of minor injuries.
Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting ( 18/9/ 23).
The minutes were then approved. Proposed by Allen Wilson, seconded by
Helen Kivlin
Bus Times – Stuart Buses Lanark to Biggar - we understands that there are some planed time table changes. Concern was expressed about the buses not linking up with trains from Glasgow in Lanark and buses to Edinburgh and Peebles in Biggar
The secretary was assigned to write to Stuart Buses nod the traffic commissioners about the matter.
Bonfire Progress – the bonfire committee is due to meet 10 October.
“Community Council-Police Report 18/09/2023
Police update –21/08/2023 – 18/9/23
40 incidents were recorded for Biggar during this period. For comparison, in the same time period 221 calls were received for Lanark and 234 for Carluke.
7 crime reports were raised – these were in relation to 1 x fraud, 2 x Vandalism, 1 x Breach of bail, 1 x fire-raising, 1 x threatening behaviour and 1x Road Traffic matters.
From my analysis of incidents and crime reports there is nothing to indicate any other specific trends that should cause any concerns to the local community.
Please report any incidents to police by either phoning 101 or using the online reporting tool on the Police Scotland website.
Community Police officers can also be contacted by emailing LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk
PC Alan Kerr Q1240
PC Ross Allan Q646”
Incentive Account This account contains several funding streams, as well as the Incentive Fund itself, namely
Incentive Fund Currently contains £376.56
Glenkerie Windfarm Currently contains £272.60 Lesley has completed the necessary paperwork for the top up.
CAP (Community Action Plan) Currently contains £911.31
Clyde Extension Windfarm Currently contains £1445.27
Clyde Windfarm Account
Currently contains £2017.00
Business Account
Currently contains £372.00
Signature Mandates with RBS - it was confirmed that there are now two operating mandates at present, these being Jimmy Ritchie, and Lesley Craise, although the mandates were supposed to for Jimmy Ritchie, Laura Shirley and Roger Curtis. It was felt best to operate with the mandates that the BCC now has while instructing RBS that the mandates should be further amended.
Lanark Bus Station – Neil Ingram explained the new plans.
Review of Planning and Historical Environment in Biggar – the Secretary gave out a copy to BCC members, of an E Mail letter from Sarah Christie, Planning Officer SLC on this matter. Neil Ingram explained.
NHS and Hearing Aids – Roger Curtis report on the poor customer service he received from the Audio service when reporting a loss of a hearing aid. Apparently there is no facility for paying for a replacement.
D.O.N.M. 16th October 2023 @ 7:00pm in the Library Meeting Room
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18 Sept 2023 Venue:
Biggar Library
Present: Jimmy Ritchie (Chair), Laura Shirley (Treasurer), Alan Wilson, Lesley Craise (Associate Member), Neil Ingram (Associate Member) Ben Waine, Helen Kivlin
Apologies: Caz Alcorn, Gillian Gardner
Ex Officio: Ian McAllan (SLC), Alex Allison (SLC).
5 members of the public were present, including 3 people who currently use the caravan site.
- Welcomes and Apologies
- Notification of AOCB – None
- Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting ( 18 August 23)
Matters arising from the minutes of 18 August
Caravan Park
The secretary reported that he had written to SLC but had received no reply. He will write again expressing BCC’s and the Caravan Owners’ concerns especially considering they are being told that the park will close end of January 2024
Kello Hospital
The Committee studied a letter Mr Knock of Quothquan and Thankerton CC had received from NHS Lanarkshire, about the Kello Hospital. This was felt to be an unsatisfactory reply. The secretary was asked to write to the NHS Lanarkshire asking when the Kello Hospital would reopen for the treatment of minor injuries.
Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting ( 18/9/ 23).
The minutes were then approved. Proposed by Allen Wilson, seconded by
Helen Kivlin
- Appointment of New Members - none
- Matters Raised By Members of the Public
Bus Times – Stuart Buses Lanark to Biggar - we understands that there are some planed time table changes. Concern was expressed about the buses not linking up with trains from Glasgow in Lanark and buses to Edinburgh and Peebles in Biggar
The secretary was assigned to write to Stuart Buses nod the traffic commissioners about the matter.
Bonfire Progress – the bonfire committee is due to meet 10 October.
- Items from BCC E Mails, Facebook Page and BCC Webley Page - no issues raised.
- Police Report 21. 9.23
“Community Council-Police Report 18/09/2023
Police update –21/08/2023 – 18/9/23
40 incidents were recorded for Biggar during this period. For comparison, in the same time period 221 calls were received for Lanark and 234 for Carluke.
7 crime reports were raised – these were in relation to 1 x fraud, 2 x Vandalism, 1 x Breach of bail, 1 x fire-raising, 1 x threatening behaviour and 1x Road Traffic matters.
From my analysis of incidents and crime reports there is nothing to indicate any other specific trends that should cause any concerns to the local community.
Please report any incidents to police by either phoning 101 or using the online reporting tool on the Police Scotland website.
Community Police officers can also be contacted by emailing LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk
PC Alan Kerr Q1240
PC Ross Allan Q646”
- SLC Councillors’ reports Nothing to report
- Treasurer’s Report
Incentive Account This account contains several funding streams, as well as the Incentive Fund itself, namely
Incentive Fund Currently contains £376.56
Glenkerie Windfarm Currently contains £272.60 Lesley has completed the necessary paperwork for the top up.
CAP (Community Action Plan) Currently contains £911.31
Clyde Extension Windfarm Currently contains £1445.27
Clyde Windfarm Account
Currently contains £2017.00
Business Account
Currently contains £372.00
Signature Mandates with RBS - it was confirmed that there are now two operating mandates at present, these being Jimmy Ritchie, and Lesley Craise, although the mandates were supposed to for Jimmy Ritchie, Laura Shirley and Roger Curtis. It was felt best to operate with the mandates that the BCC now has while instructing RBS that the mandates should be further amended.
- Windfarm Microgrants Neil Ingram reported that there were no submissions. Roger Curtis mentioned that the Brownies may need a grant.
- Planning Matters
Lanark Bus Station – Neil Ingram explained the new plans.
Review of Planning and Historical Environment in Biggar – the Secretary gave out a copy to BCC members, of an E Mail letter from Sarah Christie, Planning Officer SLC on this matter. Neil Ingram explained.
- Other Matters
NHS and Hearing Aids – Roger Curtis report on the poor customer service he received from the Audio service when reporting a loss of a hearing aid. Apparently there is no facility for paying for a replacement.
D.O.N.M. 16th October 2023 @ 7:00pm in the Library Meeting Room
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Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC meeting on 18 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising including replies from letters sent out
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT including signature mandates with RBS
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS
13
AOCB
Agenda BCC meeting on 18 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising including replies from letters sent out
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
- Bus times
- Bonfire progress
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT including signature mandates with RBS
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS
13
AOCB
Meeting of Biggar Community Council
21 August 2023
Present: Jimmy Ritchie (Chair), Laura Shirley (Treasurer), Gillian Gardner, Caz Alcorn, Alan Wilson, Helen Kivlin, Lesley Craise (Associate Member), Neil Ingram (Associate Member)
Apologies: Ben Waine
Ex Officio: Ian McAllan (SLC), Alex Allison (SLC).
4 members of the public were present, including 3 people who currently use the caravan site.
Item 1 Caravan Site and Park
This was dealt with as the first item.
The letter of the 14th August from SLC was discussed.
The Caravan owners who were present expressed their concerns about the state of the site and about payments due for the coming year.
The Secretary was assigned to draft a reply giving dates of forthcoming BCC meetings and expressing the concerns of the Caravan owners about payments due for next year.
Item 2 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting (24 July 23).
Two amendments were made to the minutes:
1, Concerning the Caravan Site: the current contract “ is due to end March 2024” not October 2023
2. Concerning the paddling pool the water is a constant flow not stagnant water.
The minutes were then approved. Proposed by Gillian, seconded by CAZ.
Item 3 Police Report 21.3/2023
Community Council-Police Report 21/08/2023
Police update – 24/07/2023 – 21/08/2023 35 incidents were recorded for Biggar during this period. For comparison, in the same time period 156 calls were received for Lanark and 217 for Carluke. 9 crime reports were raised – these were in relation to 1 x Assault, 1 x Vandalism, 1 x Breach of bail, 3 x thefts & 3 x Road Traffic matters. It should be noted that there has been an increase within the wider Lanarkshire and surrounding area of thefts by housebreaking.
It appears that the persons involved are targeting high value performance vehicles, obtaining keys to the vehicles by way of housebreaking.
I would therefore remind everyone to be vigilant and mindful regarding the security of their properties and vehicles, reporting anything suspicious. From my analysis of incidents and crime reports there is nothing to indicate any other specific trends that should cause any concerns to the local community. Please report any incidents to police by either phoning 101 or using the online reporting tool on the Police Scotland website.
Community Police officers can also be contacted by emailing LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk PC Alan Kerr Q1240 PC Ross Allan Q64
Item 4 SLC Councillors’ reports They are following up on the Caravan site concerns.
Item 5 Treasurer’s Report
Similar to previous report
Incentive Account This account contains several funding streams, as well as the Incentive Fund itself, namely
Incentive Fund Currently contains £376.56
Glenkerie Windfarm Currently contains £272.60 Lesley has completed the necessary paperwork for the top up.
CAP (Community Action Plan) Currently contains £911.31
Clyde Extension Windfarm Currently contains £1445.27
Clyde Windfarm Account
Currently contains £2017.00
Business Account
Currently contains £372.00
Item 6 Windfarm Microgrants No submissions
Item 7 Planning Matters - nothing to report on Loaningdale or Moss Side Crescent applications
Other Matters
D.O.N.M. 18th September @ 7:00pm in the Library Meeting Room
21 August 2023
Present: Jimmy Ritchie (Chair), Laura Shirley (Treasurer), Gillian Gardner, Caz Alcorn, Alan Wilson, Helen Kivlin, Lesley Craise (Associate Member), Neil Ingram (Associate Member)
Apologies: Ben Waine
Ex Officio: Ian McAllan (SLC), Alex Allison (SLC).
4 members of the public were present, including 3 people who currently use the caravan site.
Item 1 Caravan Site and Park
This was dealt with as the first item.
The letter of the 14th August from SLC was discussed.
The Caravan owners who were present expressed their concerns about the state of the site and about payments due for the coming year.
The Secretary was assigned to draft a reply giving dates of forthcoming BCC meetings and expressing the concerns of the Caravan owners about payments due for next year.
Item 2 Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting (24 July 23).
Two amendments were made to the minutes:
1, Concerning the Caravan Site: the current contract “ is due to end March 2024” not October 2023
2. Concerning the paddling pool the water is a constant flow not stagnant water.
The minutes were then approved. Proposed by Gillian, seconded by CAZ.
Item 3 Police Report 21.3/2023
Community Council-Police Report 21/08/2023
Police update – 24/07/2023 – 21/08/2023 35 incidents were recorded for Biggar during this period. For comparison, in the same time period 156 calls were received for Lanark and 217 for Carluke. 9 crime reports were raised – these were in relation to 1 x Assault, 1 x Vandalism, 1 x Breach of bail, 3 x thefts & 3 x Road Traffic matters. It should be noted that there has been an increase within the wider Lanarkshire and surrounding area of thefts by housebreaking.
It appears that the persons involved are targeting high value performance vehicles, obtaining keys to the vehicles by way of housebreaking.
I would therefore remind everyone to be vigilant and mindful regarding the security of their properties and vehicles, reporting anything suspicious. From my analysis of incidents and crime reports there is nothing to indicate any other specific trends that should cause any concerns to the local community. Please report any incidents to police by either phoning 101 or using the online reporting tool on the Police Scotland website.
Community Police officers can also be contacted by emailing LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk PC Alan Kerr Q1240 PC Ross Allan Q64
Item 4 SLC Councillors’ reports They are following up on the Caravan site concerns.
Item 5 Treasurer’s Report
Similar to previous report
Incentive Account This account contains several funding streams, as well as the Incentive Fund itself, namely
Incentive Fund Currently contains £376.56
Glenkerie Windfarm Currently contains £272.60 Lesley has completed the necessary paperwork for the top up.
CAP (Community Action Plan) Currently contains £911.31
Clyde Extension Windfarm Currently contains £1445.27
Clyde Windfarm Account
Currently contains £2017.00
Business Account
Currently contains £372.00
Item 6 Windfarm Microgrants No submissions
Item 7 Planning Matters - nothing to report on Loaningdale or Moss Side Crescent applications
Other Matters
- Concerning Action Plan _ the Caravan Park seems to be the main priority but still need to consider Health matters and Transportation
Health – Jimmy Ritchie will arrange for the Manager of the Health Centre to come to one of the BCC meetings. Roger Curtis will enquire of the NHS as to when Kello will re-open as a minor injuries centre.
- Jimmy Ritchie raised the question of whether the clock on the Corn Exchange tower would soon be restored to working order, given the work currently taking place. Apparently this is not included in the current contract. Malcolm Muir is the contact.
- The RBS front garden is in need of cleaning up.
- Howiston Square – apparently there is an offer to help in its refurbishment. Jimmy Ritchie to follow up.
- The Bonfire application has been submitted.
- Gillian planned to attend The Spike Aware Preview Film in Moffet tomorrow. Approved by the council.
D.O.N.M. 18th September @ 7:00pm in the Library Meeting Room
version 2 Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC meeting on 21 Aug 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS:
Community Action Plan
Future of Public Park
SLC Consultation on local transport strategy
13
AOCB
Agenda BCC meeting on 21 Aug 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
#
ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS:
Community Action Plan
Future of Public Park
SLC Consultation on local transport strategy
13
AOCB
Clic Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC meeting on 21 Aug 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS:
Community Action Plan
Future of Public Park
SLC Consultation on local transport strategy
13
AOCB
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Agenda BCC meeting on 21 Aug 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS:
Community Action Plan
Future of Public Park
SLC Consultation on local transport strategy
13
AOCB
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Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC meeting on 21 Aug 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
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ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS
13
AOCB
Agenda BCC meeting on 21 Aug 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
#
ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS
12
OTHER MATTERS
13
AOCB
Biggar Community Council
DRAFT - Minutes of the meeting held at 700pm on 19 June 2023. Finished 8:30 pm
Location: Library Meeting Room
Elected Members Present:
Jimmy Ritchie Chair; Roger Curtis, Secretary; Laura Shirley, Treasurer
Council Members: Carol-Anne Alcorn , Gillian Gardner, Alan Wilson, Helen Leslie
Associates: Neil Ingram, Lesley Craise
Ex-officio Members Present:
SLC Members: Ian McAllan, Alex Allison
Absent: PC Durie, Ben Waine
Other Representatives:
Members of the Public:
2 persons
Items Covered:
3. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting (15/5/23)
The minutes where adopted. Proposed by Carol-Anne Alcorn, seconded Laura Shirley.
Matters arising from previous minutes:
3.6 Biggar Youth Project – mural painting on Clydesdale Close. It was felt that the mural should be agreed between the High School and relevant businesses.
4. Appointment of new members : Jimmy Ritchie will talk with Ann Lindsay about whether or not she wants to be an associate, for she was on the previous council that ended October 2022. Jimmy Ritchie will also talk to Al Stewart about being an associate.
5. Matters Raised By Members of the Public:
5.1 Community Hall Closures- Councillor Alison explained about village halls in Abington, Dolphinton and Elsrickle being subject to possible asset transfer from SLC to the communities after they are handed back to SLC by South Lanarkshire Leisure & Culture. He will explain more at the next meeting.
5.2 Crossing of High Street near Station Road – it was reported that progress with Consultation is slow. Councillor McAllan will push for this to be done soon so work can be completed within the financial year.
5.3 Howison Square – there had been a complaint about the poor state of repair
6. Items from BCC. E Mails, and BCC Face Book page:
Items from the BCC E Mail account are sent to Council Members. Relevant ones are posted on the BCC facebook page and Weebly
Items include:
Biggar Community Council Police Report
Biggar Community Council Police Report Police update – 15/05/2023 – 16/06/2023 53 Incidents were recorded by Police Scotland for Biggar. For comparison, in the same period there were 266 incidents recorded for Lanark and 291 for Carluke. 11 crimes were recorded during the above timescale. The crimes were for Threatening behaviour, Theft by Housebreaking, Housebreaking with intent to steal, Assault x 3, Vandalism x 3, Fraud and Communications Act. 4 of the above crimes were detected.
Loaningdale House has again been targeted over the previous 2 weekends by youths entering outbuildings and causing damage.. If anyone has any information regarding either incident please email LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any concerns or anything you wish to discuss. As always, non-urgent matters should be reported via 101, urgent matters via 999. PC Alan Kerr Q1240 PC Ross Allan Q64
Note from Alan Kerr : “ I see last month mention was made regarding the increase in incidents from the previous month’s figures. Please don’t think an increase in figures relates to increased problems in the area. For example last month 15 incidents were for the same location. Also if multiple persons report the same incident (road accident etc) a number of incidents may be created.”
The report was discussed.
Serious concern was expressed about the vandalism at Loaningdale house. It is now 3 occasions. Councillor McAllan will contact the 2 community police officers.
8. Reports from South Lanarkshire Councillors.
Already covered elsewhere
9. Treasurers Report:
New signatures for the bank. Jimmy Richie reported that the paperwork has been sent off. Laura Shirley announced her resignation as Treasurer.
“No bank statements received from Bobby Colquhoun, so these figures rely on my deduction of signed microgrant cheques from previous totals. “
Business Account £372.00
Clyde Windfarm £2517.50
Clyde Extension £1825.27
Glenkerie Windfarm £772.60
Incentive Account £ 376.52
10. Windfarm Grants –
Microgrant Applications approved
12. Other Matters
14. Date of next meeting: 21 August. An extra meeting has been arranged on Monday 24 July to discuss the public park/caravan park, an issue that arose after the meeting. Venue, in Biggar Library
DRAFT - Minutes of the meeting held at 700pm on 19 June 2023. Finished 8:30 pm
Location: Library Meeting Room
Elected Members Present:
Jimmy Ritchie Chair; Roger Curtis, Secretary; Laura Shirley, Treasurer
Council Members: Carol-Anne Alcorn , Gillian Gardner, Alan Wilson, Helen Leslie
Associates: Neil Ingram, Lesley Craise
Ex-officio Members Present:
SLC Members: Ian McAllan, Alex Allison
Absent: PC Durie, Ben Waine
Other Representatives:
Members of the Public:
2 persons
Items Covered:
3. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting (15/5/23)
The minutes where adopted. Proposed by Carol-Anne Alcorn, seconded Laura Shirley.
Matters arising from previous minutes:
- Community Action Plan - from Alan Wilson. Will be dealt with at a separate meeting. This set for 26th June in the Library. Jim Richie will book. This confirmed at current meeting.
- Redundant water tank burst in council housing in North Croft road.
- Charging Points – Neil Ingram reported the lack of EV charging points in the High Street and an adequate power supply is still an issue. Apparently one of the problems is the old cabling within Biggar. Ian McAllan will continue to chase up SLC.
- Coat of Arms – has promised A Wilson contacted the Lord Lyons office re the use of the Coat of Arms. He was advised that it should be as shown
3.6 Biggar Youth Project – mural painting on Clydesdale Close. It was felt that the mural should be agreed between the High School and relevant businesses.
4. Appointment of new members : Jimmy Ritchie will talk with Ann Lindsay about whether or not she wants to be an associate, for she was on the previous council that ended October 2022. Jimmy Ritchie will also talk to Al Stewart about being an associate.
5. Matters Raised By Members of the Public:
5.1 Community Hall Closures- Councillor Alison explained about village halls in Abington, Dolphinton and Elsrickle being subject to possible asset transfer from SLC to the communities after they are handed back to SLC by South Lanarkshire Leisure & Culture. He will explain more at the next meeting.
5.2 Crossing of High Street near Station Road – it was reported that progress with Consultation is slow. Councillor McAllan will push for this to be done soon so work can be completed within the financial year.
5.3 Howison Square – there had been a complaint about the poor state of repair
6. Items from BCC. E Mails, and BCC Face Book page:
Items from the BCC E Mail account are sent to Council Members. Relevant ones are posted on the BCC facebook page and Weebly
Items include:
- Scottish Association for Mental Health Letter offering workshops for parents
- Paces study workshop of the 21 June
- New Scots In Lanarkshire Conference on 22 June
- NHS Development Strategy dated 5 June
- Letter 0n Local Development plan meeting for 20th June
- Letter on Permitted Development Rights
Biggar Community Council Police Report
Biggar Community Council Police Report Police update – 15/05/2023 – 16/06/2023 53 Incidents were recorded by Police Scotland for Biggar. For comparison, in the same period there were 266 incidents recorded for Lanark and 291 for Carluke. 11 crimes were recorded during the above timescale. The crimes were for Threatening behaviour, Theft by Housebreaking, Housebreaking with intent to steal, Assault x 3, Vandalism x 3, Fraud and Communications Act. 4 of the above crimes were detected.
Loaningdale House has again been targeted over the previous 2 weekends by youths entering outbuildings and causing damage.. If anyone has any information regarding either incident please email LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any concerns or anything you wish to discuss. As always, non-urgent matters should be reported via 101, urgent matters via 999. PC Alan Kerr Q1240 PC Ross Allan Q64
Note from Alan Kerr : “ I see last month mention was made regarding the increase in incidents from the previous month’s figures. Please don’t think an increase in figures relates to increased problems in the area. For example last month 15 incidents were for the same location. Also if multiple persons report the same incident (road accident etc) a number of incidents may be created.”
The report was discussed.
Serious concern was expressed about the vandalism at Loaningdale house. It is now 3 occasions. Councillor McAllan will contact the 2 community police officers.
8. Reports from South Lanarkshire Councillors.
Already covered elsewhere
9. Treasurers Report:
New signatures for the bank. Jimmy Richie reported that the paperwork has been sent off. Laura Shirley announced her resignation as Treasurer.
“No bank statements received from Bobby Colquhoun, so these figures rely on my deduction of signed microgrant cheques from previous totals. “
Business Account £372.00
Clyde Windfarm £2517.50
Clyde Extension £1825.27
Glenkerie Windfarm £772.60
Incentive Account £ 376.52
10. Windfarm Grants –
Microgrant Applications approved
- Clyde Extension Windfarm: Biggar and District Men’s Shed – Attendance at all three local Agricultural Shows (Biggar, Carnwath and Abington)- Expenses £380
- Glenkerie Windfarm: Biggar and District Men’s Shed - Support for 3D printing learning group. Specifically, procurement of material handling system (£400) and filament materials (£100). - £500
- Clyde Windfarm - Fair Trade Town Group – Printing of Banners £500
12. Other Matters
- Steps from Burnbraes to Burn side/ Rowhead in need of repairs.
- Still awaiting Burnbraes Paddling Pool to be filled.
- Bus stop – possible changes. Discussed. Need for more information
- Tattoo Parlour – some complaints from subscribers
- Sundial – update on repair work requested from SLC
14. Date of next meeting: 21 August. An extra meeting has been arranged on Monday 24 July to discuss the public park/caravan park, an issue that arose after the meeting. Venue, in Biggar Library
Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC Meeting on 19 June 2023 at 7pm in Biggar Library
ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (15 05 2023)
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS – reference previous associates
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS – item for house in Biggar
12
OTHER MATTERS
Howison Square
Banking
Loaningdale Vandalism
Steps Burnbraes to Burnside/ Rowhead
13
AOCB
here to edit.
Agenda BCC Meeting on 19 June 2023 at 7pm in Biggar Library
ITEM
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (15 05 2023)
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS – reference previous associates
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
6
ITEMS FROM BCC E MAILS, FACE BOOK PAGE, BIGGAR COMMUNITY PAGE:
7
POLICE REPORT
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
9
TREASURER’S REPORT
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
11
PLANNING MATTERS – item for house in Biggar
12
OTHER MATTERS
Howison Square
Banking
Loaningdale Vandalism
Steps Burnbraes to Burnside/ Rowhead
13
AOCB
here to edit.
Biggar Community Council
DRAFT - Minutes of the meeting held at 700pm on 15 May 2023. Finished 8:20 pm
Location: Library Meeting Room
Elected Members Present:
Jimmy Ritchie Chair; Roger Curtis, Secretary; Laura Shirley, Treasurer
Council Members: Carol-Anne Alcorn , Gillian Gardner, Alan Wilson, Helen Leslie
Associates: Neil Ingram, Ben Waine, Lesley Craise
Ex-officio Members Present:
SLC Members: Ian McAllan, Alex Allison
Absent: Gillian PC Durie, Ian McAllen (apologies)
Other Representatives:
Members of the Public:
3 persons
Items Covered:
3. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting (17/4/23)
The minutes where adopted. Proposed by Carol-Anne Alcorn, seconded Neil Ingram.
Matters arising from previous minutes:
£30M had been allocated to assist with more installations across
Scotland and he agreed to contact Ian McAllan to chase up SLC.
agreed to raise with SLC.
4. Appointment of new members : none. The secretary to contact Elizabeth Harrison re Lesley Craise becoming a full member.
5. Matters Raised By Members of the Public:
Biggar Community Council Police Report
“Police update – 14/04/2023 – 15/05/2023
41 Incidents were recorded by Police Scotland for Biggar. For comparison, in the same period there were 225 incidents recorded for Lanark and 257 for Carluke.
14 crimes were recorded during the above timescale.
The crimes were for Vandalism x 2 (1 detected), Fraud x 1, Theft by Housebreaking x 1, Communications Act x 5 (2 detected), Breach of bail x 3 (2 detected), Assault x 1(detected) and RTA Offences x 1.
On 05/05/2023 into 06/05/2023 it appears that youths have been responsible for damage to buses parked on Market Road Biggar and to breaking in to an office at Loaningdale house. It is highly likely that the same group have been involved in both incidents. If anyone has any information regarding either incident please email LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk.
Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any concerns or anything you wish to discuss. We can be contacted via email on LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk
As always, non-urgent matters should be reported via 101, urgent matters via 999.
PC Alan Kerr Q1240
PC Ross Allan Q646”
This report was compared with the previous report. It was noted that there had been a rise in incidents.
8. Reports from South Lanarkshire Councillors.
Councillor Allison reported on the reduction of the subsidy which applied to under 16 outdoor sports activity spaces. This was causing a number of issues and SLC were reviewing their decision.
9. Treasurers Report:
Concern expressed in the delay of getting new signatures for the bank. Jimmy Richie is approaching the Bank again.
BCC Funds on 15th May
Business Account £372.00
Clyde Windfarm £3017.50
Glenkerie Windfarm £772.60
Clyde Extension £2825.27
Microgrant Applications approved
Langvout Court Tenants Action Committee
Clyde Windfarm £500
Clyde Extension £500
Braw Clan
Clyde Extension £500
Cheques issued and delivered on 18th May
10. Windfarm Grants – an advertisement will be put in the 2024 Biggar Gala Programme.
11. Planning Matters – nothing of note.
12. Other Matters
14. Date of next meeting: Monday 19 June in Biggar Library
DRAFT - Minutes of the meeting held at 700pm on 15 May 2023. Finished 8:20 pm
Location: Library Meeting Room
Elected Members Present:
Jimmy Ritchie Chair; Roger Curtis, Secretary; Laura Shirley, Treasurer
Council Members: Carol-Anne Alcorn , Gillian Gardner, Alan Wilson, Helen Leslie
Associates: Neil Ingram, Ben Waine, Lesley Craise
Ex-officio Members Present:
SLC Members: Ian McAllan, Alex Allison
Absent: Gillian PC Durie, Ian McAllen (apologies)
Other Representatives:
Members of the Public:
3 persons
Items Covered:
3. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting (17/4/23)
The minutes where adopted. Proposed by Carol-Anne Alcorn, seconded Neil Ingram.
Matters arising from previous minutes:
- Community Action Plan - from Alan Wilson. Will be dealt with at a separate meeting. This set for 26th June in the Library. Jim Richie will book.
- Redundant water tank burst in council housing in North Croft road.
- Story Homes Path: the ground under consideration is now up for sale. Contact is Alan McNally, of Story Homes tel.01228 404550 - no change
- Lay by bins – Ben Waine is monitoring.
- Charging Points – the lack of charging points is still an issue, Neil
£30M had been allocated to assist with more installations across
Scotland and he agreed to contact Ian McAllan to chase up SLC.
- Water Pressure In Pentland Reach – it appears that this is an internal
agreed to raise with SLC.
4. Appointment of new members : none. The secretary to contact Elizabeth Harrison re Lesley Craise becoming a full member.
5. Matters Raised By Members of the Public:
- Tree Felling –off Market Rd. The land is owned by Crown Estates so they can decide what action to take
- Letter about Northcroft road – now seems to be resolved
- Letter about Rotary Club displaying their sign in Biggar High Street – this was discussed with the two Rotary Club members who were present at the meeting. Pictures of the proposed sign were shown and suggestions made. The consensus was the sign would be a good idea so long as SLC and the Highways Authority were happy with it.
- Letter on Tree felling near Market Road – see 5 above
- Poster on the Notice Board – request from Moffat Mountain Rescue. The notice has been put up
- Rugby Club open day – due 16 May.
- Carnworth Job Advertisement – based on previous decisions, it was felt that it was inappropriate for BCC to advertise this post.
Biggar Community Council Police Report
“Police update – 14/04/2023 – 15/05/2023
41 Incidents were recorded by Police Scotland for Biggar. For comparison, in the same period there were 225 incidents recorded for Lanark and 257 for Carluke.
14 crimes were recorded during the above timescale.
The crimes were for Vandalism x 2 (1 detected), Fraud x 1, Theft by Housebreaking x 1, Communications Act x 5 (2 detected), Breach of bail x 3 (2 detected), Assault x 1(detected) and RTA Offences x 1.
On 05/05/2023 into 06/05/2023 it appears that youths have been responsible for damage to buses parked on Market Road Biggar and to breaking in to an office at Loaningdale house. It is highly likely that the same group have been involved in both incidents. If anyone has any information regarding either incident please email LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk.
Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any concerns or anything you wish to discuss. We can be contacted via email on LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk
As always, non-urgent matters should be reported via 101, urgent matters via 999.
PC Alan Kerr Q1240
PC Ross Allan Q646”
This report was compared with the previous report. It was noted that there had been a rise in incidents.
8. Reports from South Lanarkshire Councillors.
Councillor Allison reported on the reduction of the subsidy which applied to under 16 outdoor sports activity spaces. This was causing a number of issues and SLC were reviewing their decision.
9. Treasurers Report:
Concern expressed in the delay of getting new signatures for the bank. Jimmy Richie is approaching the Bank again.
BCC Funds on 15th May
Business Account £372.00
Clyde Windfarm £3017.50
Glenkerie Windfarm £772.60
Clyde Extension £2825.27
Microgrant Applications approved
Langvout Court Tenants Action Committee
Clyde Windfarm £500
Clyde Extension £500
Braw Clan
Clyde Extension £500
Cheques issued and delivered on 18th May
10. Windfarm Grants – an advertisement will be put in the 2024 Biggar Gala Programme.
11. Planning Matters – nothing of note.
12. Other Matters
- Biggar Youth Trust – ideas for mural. Some felt the designs from the school were childish. There was a feeling that BCC needed to see the designs.
14. Date of next meeting: Monday 19 June in Biggar Library
Biggar Community Council
Agenda BCC meeting on 15 May 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
#
ITEM
OUTCOME SOUGHT
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (17 04 2023)
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising
APPROVAL
PROGRESS
PROGRESS
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
NOTING/ACTION
6
7
POLICE REPORT
FOR NOTING / ACTION
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
FOR NOTING
9
TREASURER’S REPORT
FOR NOTING
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
ACTION
11
PLANNING MATTERS
NOTING/ACTION
12
OTHER MATTERS
NOTING/ACTION
13
AOCB
NOTING
Agenda BCC meeting on 15 May 2023 at 7pm
Venue: Biggar Library
#
ITEM
OUTCOME SOUGHT
1
WELCOME AND APOLOGIES
2
NOTIFICATION OF AOCB
3
ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (17 04 2023)
• Outstanding Actions
• Matters Arising
APPROVAL
PROGRESS
PROGRESS
4
APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
5
MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
NOTING/ACTION
6
- Items from BCC e mails, Face Book Page, Biggar Community Page:
7
POLICE REPORT
FOR NOTING / ACTION
8
SLC COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
FOR NOTING
9
TREASURER’S REPORT
FOR NOTING
10
WINDFARM MICROGRANTS
ACTION
11
PLANNING MATTERS
NOTING/ACTION
12
OTHER MATTERS
NOTING/ACTION
13
AOCB
NOTING
Biggar Community Council
DRAFT - Minutes of the meeting held at 700pm on 17 April 2023. Finished 8:10 pm
Location: Library Meeting Room
Elected Members Present:
Jimmy Ritchie Chair; Roger Curtis, Secretary; Laura Shirley, Treasurer
Council Members: Carol-Anne Alcorn , Alan Wilson,
Associates: Neil Ingram, Ben Waine .
Ex-officio Members Present:
SLC Members: Ian McAllan, Alex Allison
Absent: Gillian Gardner, PC Durie
Other Representatives:
Members of the Public:
1 persons
Items Covered:
3. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting (20/3/23)
Three amendments were made concerning the spelling of names:
Page 1 should read Alan McNally
Page 4 should read Alan Wilson
Page 4 should read Bield Properties
The minutes where then adopted. Proposed Jimmy Richie, seconded Laura Shirley
Matters arising from previous minutes:
Redundant water tank burst in council housing in North Croft road. The SLC had sent a complaint form to be completed. The SLC councillors will follow up with SLC to see if there can be any recompense for the extra electricity used to dry out the apartment. Jimmy Richie said he would follow up with the tenant concerned. Story Homes Path: the ground under consideration is now up for sale. Contact is Alan McNally, of Story Homes tel.01228 404550 - no change 20 mph signs are being put up in the Story Homes development Lay by bins are being emptied and need to be the right size 4. Appointment of new members : Helen Leslie was welcomed as a new member and Lesley Craise as an Associate.
5. Matters Raised By Members of the Public:
Rugby Club – they had pointed out that they do not have a waste tip and that the debris observed by a member of the public is to do with the upgrading of the area and will soon be sorted out. The Chair apologised for the misunderstanding. Tree Felling – council members were asked to check when reviewing planning applications for any applications concerning tree felling. 6. Items from BCC. E Mails, and BCC Face Book page:
The BCC Secretary has been circulating information arriving on BCC’s e mail to council members and putting relevant items on Facebook and the BCC website.
7. Police Reports –
“Biggar Community Council Police Report
Police update – 18/03/2023 – 14/04/2003
34 Incidents were recorded by Police Scotland for Biggar. For comparison, in the same period there were 181 incidents recorded for Lanark and 206 for Carluke.
7 crimes were recorded during the above timescale.
The crimes were for Vandalism x 3, Theft x 3 and Theft by Housebreaking.
At the time of compiling this report 6 of the 7 crimes have resulted in persons being reported to the
Procurator Fiscal.
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any concerns or anything you wish to discuss. I can be contacted via email on LanarkshireLPSTClydesdale@scotland.police.uk
As always, non-urgent matters should be reported via 101, urgent matters via 999.
PC Alan Kerr Q1240”
8. Reports from South Lanarkshire Councillors.
Concern was expressed about other parts of the church wall needing repairs. It was confirmed contractor estimators have been contacted by SLC to gather quotes to have Kirk wall repaired. It is hoped work will commence soon. Concern was raised about trees being cut down near Market Road. It was stated that the land is owned by the Crown Estates. It was reported that Smith’s Close is a mess and the light needs to be repaired in Tenant’s Close 9. Treasurers Report:
As previous report.
BCC Business Account
£372.00
Clyde Windfarm
£3417.50
Glenkerie Windfarm
£772.60
Clyde Extension
£2825.27
Incentive Account
£376.52
Concern expressed in the delay of getting new signatures for the bank.
The Cornets have received their money
10. Windfarm Grants – new applications are awaited. There is a need to advertise the availability of grants. It was suggested that we include an advertisement in the Biggar Gala Programme. Action: Laura Shirley.
11. Planning Matters – nothing of note.
12. Other Matters
Alan Wilson still concerned about pavement parking. There was a discussion about how to move the Action Planning Report forward. 13. AOCB
Charging points for electric cars are inadequate. This is an ongoing issue due to not enough electrical power being available. Also those that are available are not always working. No change. Concern was expressed about the lack of water pressure in parts of Pentland Reach. Action: Helen Lesley will follow up.
14. Date of next meeting: Monday 15 May in Biggar Library
Minutes & Meetings
Community Council meetings are open to the public, and anyone is very welcome to attend. If you want to raise an issue you can do this by contacting any of the members listed or use our contact form on this website. You don't have to wait for a meeting. You can also raise issues at meetings, although it can be helpful if you let us know in advance so that we can do any background research.
Dates of Meetings
Biggar Community Council generally meets on the third Monday of each month.
We publish our Agenda on our Facebook Page, if the date of our next meeting is not detailed here please check our Facebook page, or contact us.
We publish our Agenda on our Facebook Page, if the date of our next meeting is not detailed here please check our Facebook page, or contact us.
Members of the public are very welcome to attend BCC meetings to ask questions or raise issues. Ideally issues to be raised should be notified in advance to biggarcc@gmail.com or in writing to the Secretary. This will allow us to investigate them before the meeting.
Future Meetings
Monday Dec 19th, 7pm Upper Room, Biggar Municipal Hall
The agenda for this meeting is available below
Future Meetings
Monday Dec 19th, 7pm Upper Room, Biggar Municipal Hall
The agenda for this meeting is available below
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Minutes of Community Council meetings in 2022 are posted here. Click on the links below:
Previous Minutes for 2022:
2022-10-17bccminutesdraftv01.00.pdf
2022-10-03agm_draftminutesbccv01.00.pdf
2022-10-03bccminutesdraftv01.00.pdf
2022-06-20bccminutesdraftv02.00.docx
2022-05-16bccminutesdraftv02.00.pdf
2022-04-19bccminutesdraftv02.00.pdf
2022-03-21bccminutesdraftv01.00.pdf
2022-02-21bccminutesfinalforapprovalv02.00.pdf
2022-01-17_bcc_minutes_final_v02.00.pdf
Previous Minutes for 2022:
2022-10-17bccminutesdraftv01.00.pdf
2022-10-03agm_draftminutesbccv01.00.pdf
2022-10-03bccminutesdraftv01.00.pdf
2022-06-20bccminutesdraftv02.00.docx
2022-05-16bccminutesdraftv02.00.pdf
2022-04-19bccminutesdraftv02.00.pdf
2022-03-21bccminutesdraftv01.00.pdf
2022-02-21bccminutesfinalforapprovalv02.00.pdf
2022-01-17_bcc_minutes_final_v02.00.pdf
