2024 Agenda and Minutes
Balloch and Haldane Community Council
Minutes of Meeting – 8 October, 18:30 at The Balloch House Hotel
Present
Lynne Somerville (LS) – Chair, Pamela Scott (PS) – Treasurer, Ava Somerville (AS) – Minute Secretary, Kenny Gibson (KG) – Councillor, Geoff Hull (GH) – Councillor, Chris Aitchison (CA) – Councillor, Drea Middleton (DM) – Councillor, Alannah Maurer (AM) – Councillor
Local community groups, LLSCDT volunteers and members of the public were also in attendance.
Apologies & sederunt
- No apologies from Police Scotland
- No apologies from Steven Burns
Register of members’ interests
- N/A
Minutes of previous meeting – approved
- Proposed by PS, seconded by GH
Additional apologies
- Adrienne and Elaine
Treasurer’s report
- RBS bank account balance (4 Oct 2024) – CDT total to 31 Aug: £4,256.88
- Annual grant for 2024/25 has been paid in full – £810.41
- Total expenditure: CDT £352.89, BHCC £1,553.09
No police report
Roles and responsibilities
- Chair requires assistance with some duties.
- Drea and Alannah both co-opted as community councillors.
- Action: all to review job list and report back to LS.
Cameron Farm planning application
- Ancient woodland to be destroyed near Cameron Farm.
- BHCC will object as this is against NPF4.
Pending memorandum of understanding
- BHCC secured £700 via the FEL Climate Action Fund (supported by BCCPRG).
- Group to consider potential project ideas, focusing on Balloch Park and Net Zero markers.
Loch Lomond South CDT
- Only Balloch and Haldane members allowed to vote.
- Non-residents can attend meetings and contribute views.
- Voting to expand across West Dunbartonshire once BENCOM/Community Benefit status is achieved.
- Taking a phased approach to ensure appropriate decision-making structures and trust.
- NDA will be standard for all board members/volunteers involved in business planning.
Scottish Land Fund
- Quotes required for evaluation and condition surveys for sites of interest.
- GoFundMe may be needed to cover surveying costs.
- Board recruitment is a top priority.
Youth Council / Haldane Youth Services
- Business network to be formed.
- Letter to all Balloch and Haldane households, issued by Jackie Baillie.
- Email to all Balloch and Haldane residents via Ross Greer, plus sharing on his social media.
Actions
- Draft press release.
- Advertise meeting.
- Recruit board members this month; election to be held if more than 12 applicants.
- Applicants to submit personal statements and CVs.
Fundraising
- Host another fundraising event – deferred until next meeting.
- Raffle to be completed; volunteers required to organise and manage.
Any other business
- Scottish Government review of the 2015 Community Empowerment Act has taken place; findings due Dec 2024.
Date of next meeting
- Friday 15 November 2024, St Kessog’s Church Hall
Balloch and Haldane Community Council
Minutes of Meeting – 1 August, 18:00 at The Balloch House Hotel
Present
Lynne Somerville (LS) – Chair, Drea Middleton (DM) – Vice Chair, Alannah Maurer (AM) – SLL, Geoff Hull (GH) – Councillor, Kenny Gibson (KG) – Councillor
Apologies and sederunt
Ava Somerville, Pamela Scott (PS) – Treasurer
Register of members’ interests
Nothing to note.
Minutes of previous meeting
Proposed by KG, seconded by LS.
It was agreed that BHCC requires the following equipment:
- Projector and screen
- Laptop
- Handheld devices for surveys
DM was proposed by LS to be co-opted into the role of Vice Chair. DM is a resident of Balloch and Haldane.
All members present supported the co-option of AM to join BHCC as a representative of Save Loch Lomond.
AOB
Local Place Plan – ongoing development.
Kelly Cull resigned from the Community Council. She emailed LS to confirm personal matters meant she could not commit the required time.
Date of next meeting
Tuesday 3 September 2024.
Balloch and Haldane Community Council
Minutes of Meeting – 2 July, 18:30 at The Balloch House Hotel
Present
Lynne Somerville (LS) – Chair, Pamela Scott (PS) – Treasurer, Geoff Hull (GH) – Councillor, Kenny Gibson (KG) – Councillor, Chris Aitchison (CA) – Councillor, Kelly Cull (KC) – Councillor, 2 members of the public
Apologies and sederunt
Ava Somerville
Register of members’ interests
Nothing to note.
Minutes of previous meeting
Proposed by PS, seconded by LS.
Treasurer’s report
RBS current account balance: £3,860.11.
Previous year’s accounts have now been approved by WDC.
Minimal support has been received from WDC colleagues.
The Treasurer experienced difficulty obtaining the annual Community Council grant initially, but following correspondence this has now been resolved.
Planning matters
No new matters.
Flamingo Land – ongoing.
Police report
No police report was received this month.
BHCC to look into obtaining minutes or a report from Operation Battalion, coordinated by Police Scotland over the summer months.
Community Development Trust – steering group and next steps
Approximately 110 people attended the meeting.
Strong support was expressed for creating a steering group.
Data is being collated from the information gathered at the meeting.
51% membership from Balloch and Haldane residents is required to create a CDT.
Development ideas, local business involvement, and school engagement are key.
Discussion took place about building on existing local businesses and offering development opportunities.
Engagement with the local community will be vital for success and continued progress.
Agreed to pause standard BHCC meetings in August and September to focus on the CDT, instead of the usual two-month summer recess.
AOB
Local Place Plan – ongoing development.
Gillian Clark has resigned from the CC. She emailed LS on 25 April 2024 confirming her wish to step down to focus on other projects.
CA asked about the exact boundary of the CC. GH has a map and will forward it to CA. Agreed that the map should be added to the CC website.
Date of next meeting
Tuesday 3 September 2024.
Balloch and Haldane Community Council
Minutes of Meeting – 4 June, 19:00 at The Balloch House Hotel
Present
Lynne Somerville (LS) – Chair, Pamela Scott (PS) – Treasurer, Ava Somerville (AS) – Minute Secretary, Kenny Gibson (KG) – Councillor, Geoff Hull (GH) – Councillor, Kelly Cull (KC) – Councillor, Chris Aitchison (CA) – Councillor, Kelly Clapperton – FEL Climate AH, Brenda Demster – Save Loch Lomond, Christine Aitchison – Public, Gale McAtear – Save Loch Lomond
Apologies and sederunt
No apologies from Police Scotland.
No apologies from Steven Burns.
Register of members’ interests
Nothing to note.
Minutes of previous meeting
Proposed by PS, seconded by GH.
Treasurer’s report – March 2024
£511 spent on printing flyers to notify the public of the Lomond Banks (Flamingo Land) planning application deadline.
Costs for liability insurance were wasted as Drymen Show organisers cancelled BHCC’s attendance at the last minute, citing capacity issues. Given the consistent communication beforehand, this does not appear to have been accurate.
Police report
No report received this month.
Planning matters
No major updates.
Flamingo Land and wind farm applications ongoing.
Flamingo Land / Save Loch Lomond
Volunteers required.
Need to work more efficiently.
139 people have completed the Community Development Trust form.
Legal information and geographic spread discussed.
LLTNP meeting on Wednesday 19 June.
Local businesses being surveyed.
Online survey for local residents to be created in Word.
Flyers to be redesigned, including a QR code for the Green Party objection page.
Check remaining funds from the Greens and whether SLL volunteers are needed to help raise more.
Complaint against elected officials to be submitted this week.
Community Development Trust meeting date to be agreed and publicised. Legal structure to be confirmed. Discussions ongoing with DTAS, the Scottish Land Fund, and others regarding a potential asset transfer.
Climate Action Hub
- Raising awareness of climate issues.
- Increasing community access to funding and influencing choices.
- Embedding climate considerations into existing surveys and consultations.
- Considering timescales, processes, and finances.
Place Standard with Climate Lens
- Can use the traditional Place Standard tool.
- May be run as a stand-alone consultation.
- Could be delivered online or in person.
Climate Action Towns Toolkit
- Stand-alone consultation.
- Additional process to Local Place Plans.
- Well suited for climate action activity.
Mapping
- Green maps
- Parish Online
- Felt mapping
- Physical maps
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Balloch and Haldane Community Council
Minutes of AGM – 5 June, 6:00pm
The Balloch House Hotel
Present
Lynne Somerville (LS) – Chair; Pamela Scott (PS) – Treasurer; Ava Somerville (AS) – Minute Secretary; Kenny Gibson (KS) – Councillor; Geoff Hull (GH) – Councillor; Kelly Cull (KC) – Councillor; Christine Aitchison (CA) – Public; Chris Aitchison – Councillor
Apologies and sederunt
None.
Register of members’ interests
None.
Minutes from previous meeting
Minutes from the previous AGM were not available due to BHCC disbanding.
Chairperson’s report
LS presented the BHCC strategy going forward and summarised achievements over the past 12 months.
Treasurer’s report
PS presented all accounts dating back to June last year.
New office bearers appointed in the last 12 months:
- Geoff Hull
- Kenny Gibson
- Kelly Cull
- Chris Aitchison
New councillors to consider office-bearing roles they may wish to undertake. Notice of new office bearers has been advertised in the Co-op and on social media.
Close of AGM and start of the ordinary June meeting.
Date of next AGM
Tuesday 3 June 2025.
Balloch and Haldane Community Council
Minutes of Meeting – Tuesday 7 May, 19:30
The Balloch House Hotel
Present
Lynne Somerville (LS) – Chair; Pamela Scott (PS) – Treasurer; Ava Somerville (AS) – Minute Secretary; Kenny Gibson (KS) – Councillor; Geoff Hull (GH) – Councillor; Kelly Cull (KC) – Councillor; Pamela Barnes (PB) – DTAS; Chris Aitchison (CA) – Nominated Councillor; Fiona Taylor (FT) – COSS; 14 members of the public
Apologies and Sederunt
Police Scotland
Minutes from previous meeting
Proposed by PS, seconded by GH.
Treasurer’s Report – March 2024
LS and PS are the signatories on the bank account, which is now fully accessible.
To access the grant for 2024/25, BHCC must provide:
- Annual accounts for the previous year
- Minutes of all meetings
- Most recent bank statement
- Audited accounts
Once these are submitted, WDC will approve and pay the 2024/25 grant.
Expenditure noted: Poppy wreath purchased on 7 November 2023 for £37.20, now paid to David Keown.
Planning Matters
No updates this month.
Police Report
A rape occurred. No other major issues reported.
Flamingo Land
- Purchased Wood Bank for £1 million
- West Riverside including Tourist Info building sold – value pending
- Flood risk confirmed by LLTNP; FRA to be conducted
- Martin Docherty Hughes prepared to raise issue in House of Commons
- BHCC referred to PAS by Martin Docherty Hughes
- DTAS to review Inclusivity Agreement; LS to request from SE
- BHCC to submit expression of interest in building/land to SE
- Save Loch Lomond Partnership involvement
Council Appointments
LS proposed, AS seconded Kelly Cull (KC) to become a councillor. Chris Aitchison (CA) application to be voted on at BHCC June meeting.
Community Development Trust Presentation
Fiona Taylor (COSS) and Pamela Barnes (DTAS) presented options for setting up a community development trust:
- Three entity options depending on community needs: SCIO, Company Limited by Guarantee, or BenCom
- Community wealth building, independent and community led
- Young people involvement encouraged
- Focus on sustainable projects addressing local issues
- Volunteer capacity and professional support considerations
- Community Asset Transfer explained – access to public land/assets
- Community Empowerment Act supports community assessment and rights
- C.A.T process explained: validation date, decision notice, review & appeal, negotiation, contract conclusion
Other Council Notes
DK is no longer recognised as a Community Councillor.
AOB
None.
Date of Next Meeting
Tuesday 4 June – AGM
Balloch and Haldane Community Council
Minutes of Meeting – Tuesday 2 April 2024, 19:30
The Balloch House Hotel
Present
- Lynne Somerville (LS) – Chair
- Pamela Scott (PS) – Treasurer
- Ava Somerville (AS) – Minute Secretary
- Kenny Scott (KS) – Councillor
- Geoff Hull (GH) – Councillor
- Gillian Clark (GC) – Councillor
- Drew MacEoghainn
- David Scott-Park (KCC)
- Gavin MacLellan (KCC)
- Loraine McLaren
- Barry McLaren
- Kelly Cull
- Aiden Cull
- Christine Aitchison
- David Keown
Apologies & Sederunt
- Stephen Burns – WDC
- Hazel Sorrell – Councillor Ward 1 Lomond
- Johnathan McColl – Councillor Ward 1 Lomond
- Sally Page – BCCPRG
- Martin Rooney – Councillor Ward 1 Lomond
- Pamela Barnes – DTAS
Register of Members Interest
None
1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Minutes from Previous Meeting
Proposed by PS, seconded by GC.
3. Treasurer's Report – March 2024
- David Keown to be given money for Poppy Reif
- BHCC laptop to have MS Office and antivirus installed
4. Planning Matters
No updates this month.
5. Police Report
- New police officer in place
- No other matters of interest
6. Local Place Plan
- Online survey to gauge interest in Community Development Trust
- Prize bingo or other events to be considered
- Consult with Callander Community Council for advice on LPP
- KCC received £4,000 in funding from LLTNP for their LPP
- Quotes to be gathered for LPP consultancy
- LS to produce first draft and project schedule/breakdown
7. Setting up Community Development Trust (SCIO)
- Minimum 20 people required, majority from BH geographical area
- Project must be separate from BHCC
- Any generated money should assist the community
- Funding applications to ‘Levelling Up’ and other sources to be considered
- Hydro scheme not economically viable due to dredging requirements of River Leven
8. Balloch Library Closure
- School overcrowding – special needs children being refused places
- Child safety concerns
- Balloch Campus not purpose-built to include public library
- Contact LLTNP regarding this matter and arrange a meeting
- Contact WDC regarding budget for library in Balloch Campus
- BHCC and KCC happy to collaborate on this matter
- LLTNP building or alternative building should be considered for library
9. Tourist Information Building Closure
Consideration for Community Asset Transfer.
AOB
- Haldane Pantry in Lennox Hall – no official open date
- LS proposes pantry, GC seconds
- Accountant to be contacted
- Date to be set to meet DTAS
- AGM to be held on 7 May or 4 June – TBC ASAP
Date of Next Meeting
Tuesday 7 May 2024
Balloch and Haldane Community Council
Minutes of Meeting – Tuesday 5 March 2024, 19:30
The Balloch House Hotel
Present
- Lynne Somerville (LS) – Chair
- Pamela Scott (PS) – Treasurer
- Ava Somerville (AS) – Secretary
- Kenny Scott (KS) – Councillor
- Geoff Hull – Councillor
- Gillian Clark (GC) – Councillor
- Stephen McGarrigle – Police Scotland
- Jonathan McColl – Councillor Ward 1 Lomond
- James MacRae – Treasurer Loch Lomond Rescue Boat
- Fiona Robertson – on behalf of Lomond Banks Developer (Flamingo Land)
- Gary McGregor – on behalf of Lomond Banks Developer (Flamingo Land)
Apologies
- Stephen Burns (SB) – WDC
- Hazel Sorrell (HS) – Councillor Ward 1 Lomond
- Jackie Baillie, MSP
- No apologies – Martin Rooney, Councillor Ward 1 Lomond
Register of Members Interest
None
Welcome and Introductions
Minutes from Previous Meeting
Proposed by PS, seconded by GC.
Treasurer's Report – March 2024
- RBS bank account now fully accessible
- Signatories completed: PS and LS are now joint signatories; DK removed
- Annual CC grant paid by WDC
- £300 compensation paid due to complaints made to RBS
- Current balance: £4,403.65
- Cheque to DK for Poppy Wreath Remembrance Day 2023 – £37.20
- Cheque to PS for hire of St Kessogs Church Hall 19 Feb – £40.00
- Both signed by LS and PS
- Payment for photography, MS Office, antivirus, and website to be discussed at April meeting
Planning Matters
- Loch Lomond Rescue Boat – Support
- VOL Wind Farm – Object
- Lomond Banks (Flamingo Land) – Object
James MacRae attended on behalf of Loch Lomond Rescue Boat to discuss planning application 2024/0019/DET. BHCC agreed to support the application while highlighting concerns regarding A82 traffic affecting rescue crew access. BHCC to submit letter of support citing these concerns to LLTNP.
Police Scotland Update
- 28 crimes recorded; none of major significance
- Police station closure discussed – BHCC will follow up in April
Lomond Banks Developer (Flamingo Land) Presentation
Fiona Robertson and Gary McGregor presented the proposed £40m investment and engaged with BHCC on community concerns. Key points and community concerns included:
- If local community disagrees, message is that Balloch is closed to business
- Flooding data based on 1000-year study; unlikely to cause significant damage
- SPF4 – SEPA issued multiple blanket objections; not unique to Lomond Banks
- Lomond Promise – legally binding document to make development appealing
- Funds committed to Transport Scotland will not fully solve A82 issues
- Developer documents not yet published on LLTNP website – public access requested
- Unanswered questions included:
- Traffic tracking methodology during peak weekends
- Justification for additional parking at Woodbank site
- West Riverside parking for Maid of the Loch (300 spaces for 1000-person attraction)
- Increase in properties from 48 to 83
- Community facilities and hall space lacking for local residents
- Employment contracts, roles, salaries, career progression, training, and community benefit clause
BHCC to engage community for feedback and submit questions to the developer for a follow-up meeting in April.
Community Engagement
- Follow BHCC Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555316143442
- Email info@ballochhaldanecc.com to receive minutes, agendas, and notifications
- Consider volunteering to support BHCC due to limited resources
Local Place Planning
Qualitative and quantitative approach agreed. Subheadings include:
- Health and Care Services
- Education & Childcare
- Employment
- Economy (Tourism/Night time etc.)
- Public Services
- Homes, Planning & Public Spaces
- Recreation and Leisure
- Net Zero / Circular Economy
- Development Trust
- Youth Section – Wildlife TBC
- Partnership with BCCPRP + other relevant organisations
Date for follow-up meeting to be agreed; LS to follow up.
Vale of Leven Windfarm Development
BHCC voted unanimously against the development. Letter of objection to be sent to Scottish Government including survey results and public meeting outcomes.
AOB
- Model Constitution: GC to contact SB regarding proposed changes; adherence to notification procedure required
- GC volunteered additional time to support BHCC; LS to meet GC to discuss role, likely sharing Secretary duties with AS
Date of Next Meeting
Tuesday 2 April 2024, 19:30 – Balloch House Hotel
Balloch and Haldane Community Council Meeting
Agenda – 5 March 2024, 19:30
Balloch House Hotel
- Welcome & Introductions
- Apologies and Sederunt
- Register of Members Interest
- Minutes of Previous Meeting
- Treasurer's Report
- Planning Matters
- Police Report
- Lomond Banks (Flamingo Land) Developers Planning Application Update
- Loch Lomond Rescue Boat Planning Application
- Local Place Plan
- Vale of Leven Wind Farm Development Update and Vote
- Any Other Business (AOB)
- Date and Time of Next Meeting
Balloch and Haldane Community Council
Minutes of Meeting – Thursday 8th February 2024, 19:30
Balloch House Hotel
Present
Lynne Somerville (LS) – Chair, Pamela Scott (PS) – Treasurer, Ava Somerville (AS) – Secretary, Stephen Burns (SB) – WDC, Kenny Scott (KS) – Councillor, Gillian Clark (GC) – Councillor, Jim J Donnelly & Denis Blackwood – Levenhowe Residents Association, Hannah Robinson & Susan Brooks – Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Matthew Spurway – West Dunbartonshire Council
Apologies
Geoff Hull – Councillor, Martin Rooney – Councillor Ward 1 Lomond, Jackie Baillie – MSP, Stephen McGarrigle – Police Scotland
No apologies from Hazel Sorrell (HS) – Councillor Ward 1 Lomond
Register of Members Interest
None
Welcome and Introductions
LS and PS proposed Gillian Clark to be a Councillor.
Minutes from Previous Meeting
Proposed by PS and GC.
Local Place Plan
- Place plan to cover significant locations in the area
- Planning authority and community views are important (engagement and inclusivity)
- Potential financial assistance: WDC (£500), LLTNP (£2,000)
- BHCC to decide subcategories (countryside usage, nature restoration, risk assessments, etc.)
- Callander Place Plan to be shared for reference
- Local economic data to be shared with BHCC
- Place Standard online tool (14 questions) to be shared
Levenhowe Flooding – Jim J Donnelly & Denis Blackwood
- Channel lacks maintenance; remedial work recently carried out
- Flood equipment fund difficult for residents to access
- SEPA not engaging with Levenhowe Residents Association
- Action: LS emailed Jackie Baillie to access £10,000 from remaining £65,000 budget for residents
Carers of West Dunbartonshire Rise Project – Clare Sweeney
- Project to assist carers in Haldane
- Different support levels depending on carer’s situation
- Addressing poverty & exclusions
- Action: AS to advertise on social media
Treasurer’s Report
- DK to be removed from bank account; LS to sign
- Balance £305.72 (as of 22nd February)
- WDC to transfer £3,287.52 + £810.41 into account
- DK due compensation for Poppy Reef
- St Kessog's Hall hire to be paid £40
Planning Matters
- Trees being felled with no replanting plan – KS to respond to emails
- Secretary to email Scottish Forestry
Police Scotland
Police report received late; circulated to councillors. No major concerns. Update at March meeting.
Vale of Leven Wind Farms
- Ross Greer – requested comment; no response yet
- Jackie Baillie – rejected Oct 2023
- Pam Gosell – rejected; to present to Lorna Slater soon. BHCC to submit objection letter with other CCs. Sally Page leading.
- Survey: 120 responses – 69% against, 25% for, 6% undecided
- Lennox Herald article and attendance at 19th Feb for follow-up
- Complaint from Trevor Scott – LS to respond and invite to next meeting
- Gemma Energy Scotland requested to attend 19th Feb – SB action
- Developers refusing to attend public meeting
- Ofgem regulations to be researched – KS action
- LS to meet Liam at St Kessogs Hall to review meeting equipment
- Kilpatrick hills entrance may close if wind farms approved
Lomond Banks (Flamingo Land)
- PS proposed, GC seconded – BHCC reaffirms public opinion; unanimous vote to overturn previous BHCC decision
- Statement objecting to West Riverside and Woodbank House (Lomond Banks) 2022/0157/PPP
- LLTNP to confirm receipt of objection and advise next steps
- Press release drafted – LS to share for comment and issue ahead of meet-and-greet with Ross Greer (23rd Feb)
Any Other Business (AOB)
- Remove ‘Change Balloch train station name’ from agenda
- Dog poisoning – general public advice
- Adoption of Model Constitution – circulate for review before March meeting
- Balloch Library closure – construction at Balloch Primary ongoing; no remaining public meeting spaces if library closes
Date of Next Meeting (DONM)
Tuesday 5th March 2024, Balloch House Hotel
Balloch and Haldane Community Council Meeting
Agenda – 19:30, 8th February 2024
Balloch House Hotel
- Welcome & introductions
- Apologies and Sederunt
- Register of members interest
- Minutes of previous meeting
- Treasurer’s report
- Planning matters
- Police report
- Local place plans – WDC and LLTNP
- Levenhowe flooding
- Vale of Leven Windfarm updates
- Flamingo Land
- Dogs being poisoned by salt/grit
- Any Other Business (AOB)
- Balloch Train Station name change
- Adoption of a model constitution
- Balloch library closure update
- Date and time of next meeting
Balloch and Haldane Community Council
Minutes of Meeting – Tuesday 16th January 2024, 19:30
Balloch House Hotel
Present
- Lynne Somerville (LS) – Vice Chair
- Pamela Scott (PS) – Treasurer
- Ava Somerville (AS) – Secretary
- Stephen Burns (SB) – WDC
- Gillian Clark (GC) – BCCPRG
- Sally Page (SP) – BCCPRG
- Matt Buckland (MB) – BCCPRG
Apologies & Sederunt
- David Keown (DK) – Chair
- Denis Blackwood (DB) – Chair, Levenhowe Tenants Association
- No apologies from Police Scotland
- No apologies from Hazel Sorrell (HS) – Councillor Ward 1 – Lomond
Register of Members Interest
None
Description
BCCPRG presented their work on Balloch Park. Updates on the AGM, charitable status, and funding applications were provided. BCCPRG agreed to work with BHCC on the Place Plan and explore other collaborative opportunities.
Welcome and Introductions
Minutes from 5th December 2023 accepted as a true record. Geoff Hull and Kenny Gibson voted in as Community Councillors.
Social Media, PR and Marketing Update
- New Facebook and X (Twitter) pages set up:
- @Balloch and Haldane CC notice board
- @BallochHaldane
- PR strategy ready mid-February for soft relaunch of BHCC. Press release to be drafted regarding Flamingo Land.
Balloch Library Closure
- Goven Law Centre now involved.
- Cara Thom (LLTNP) leading on this; BHCC will be included in future meetings.
Biodiversity Consultation
- Response submitted and posted on BHCC social media.
- Feedback date unknown.
Ongoing Actions
- Midsteeple Quarter to be invited to discuss community ownership of buildings.
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park (LLTNP)
- Engagement with Fiona Jackson regarding Lomond Shore Gateway Centre.
- Extension for Place Plan submission accepted by LLTNP.
- ONGOING: LLTNP input on wind farm development and use of meeting space for BHCC meetings.
Wind Farm Update
- Meeting on 25th January for Wind Farm with other councils.
- Public meeting on 19th February, 19:00 at St Kessogs Hall (£40 hall hire).
- Online survey still available.
- Costs for print leaflets and article in Community Advertiser to be organised.
- Lennox Herald to run article.
Levenhowe Tenants Association
- Chair Denis Blackwood to attend February meeting regarding flooding.
- LS contacted WDC regarding £350k Flood Prevention Budget.
- Guidance sought from Dunbarton East CC on funding applications.
- National Centre for Resilience funding to be explored for 2025/26.
- National Centre for Resilience Funding
Treasurer’s Report
- All bank signatures attained.
- Formal complaint sent to RBS on 16th January.
- Issue with Murdoch Cameron’s signature at bank.
- Account opening still pending.
- Microsoft to be purchased for BHCC laptop.
Any Other Business (AOB)
- Dunbarton police station closure consultation online.
- Fixed penalty notices and parking officer hiring discussed.
- SB to confirm other police stations pending closure and payment of invoices via WDC until bank issue resolved.
Community Place Plan
- WDC (Matthew Sparway) & LLTNP (Hannah/Susan) invited to next meeting on 8th February 2024.
- Action: LS to book family room for the meeting.
Date of Next Meeting
Thursday 8th February 2024, 19:30 – Balloch House Hotel