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Apologies Minutes: There were no apologies for absence intimated. |
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Declarations of Interest Minutes: There were no declarations of interest. |
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Minutes: The minutes of the meeting of the Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee held on Thursday, 17 June 2021 were approved as a correct record. |
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Public Question Time Minutes: Rowena Ferguson advised that she had three
questions that she would like to submit to the Committee in relation to the
Luss Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) proposals and the Committee considered each
of these questions in turn. Rowena Ferguson asked the following question in
relation to Community Council involvement in the foundations of the TRO: “In your last paper to this meeting you stated the
Community Council TRO proposals ‘were produced by lawyers acting for the
Community Council’ and that these were ‘a strong example of positive
partnership working’. I note in today’s paperwork there is absolutely no
mention of the Community Council’s input to this TRO. Perhaps this is because
In the meantime allegations (with supporting evidence) have been filed with
regard to Luss Community Council and their preparation of this TRO. Allegations of inappropriate influence by Sir
Malcolm Colquhoun…
As a result, a Conduct Review Panel is being
convened by Argyll & Bute Council. Yet the executive knowing all this, and
knowing the TRO is based on the Community Council legal work has decided to
proceed with this order. Surely it would be appropriate to wait for the outcome
of this panel hearing before progressing this TRO. Why proceed with the TRO
when there are such serious outstanding allegations? Why not wait until all the
facts can be properly established as this TRO risks disadvantaging my business
and other business in Luss which are not owned by Luss Estates?” The Committee Manager advised that it would not be
appropriate for the Committee to comment on the concerns raised around a
Conduct Review Panel, as this process was completely separate to the process
for the TRO which was being considered at the meeting. Rowena Ferguson advised
that she was aware of this but felt that the Committee should delay any
decision until they were aware of the outcome of the Conduct Review Panel. The Head of Roads and Infrastructure Services
advised that it would be inappropriate for him to comment on the Conduct Review
Panel and he would not be best placed to respond to any comments in this
regard. He confirmed that officers had consulted with a wide range of partners,
including the Community Council, as part of the process to implement a
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) previously and in the course of
preparing the draft TRO being considered by the Committee today. The Head of Roads and Infrastructure Services
advised that proposals being considered were not significantly different to
previous TRO proposals which had been considered. He outlined the differences
between the previous TRO proposals and the ones being considered by the
Committee today, noting that the TTRO in place had provided opportunities for
officers to makes pertinent changes to proposals based on this experience. He
confirmed that the Community Council had provided some input to the process
alongside a wider group of consultees and this had been welcomed, advising that
officers were satisfied that this had been an appropriate step in seeking a
solution to issues in the area. He noted that any TRO process was likely to
require further work in the future and would involve continuous monitoring to
assess whether there were any required changes. He reiterated that the TTRO had
provided officers with a monitoring opportunity, and resulting knowledge had
been incorporated into the draft order. He confirmed that from an officer point
of view, he was confident and content that the process had been robust and that
the consultation process had likely been even more extensive in this instance
than it had been for a number of previous TROs. Councillor Freeman advised that he was aware of
issues raised and would not comment on the aforementioned Conduct Review Panel
process. He noted that he did not believe that it was likely that Members would
agree to continue consideration of the TRO to a later meeting and sought
confirmation that, if concerns were subsequently raised which indicated that
there had been an impact on the TRO process, standing orders could be suspended
to allow Members to re-consider the matter. Councillor Freeman also sought confirmation
that the TRO would be subject to a bi-annual or annual review. The Head of Roads and Infrastructure Services
confirmed that the TRO would be subject to ongoing review as part of the
standard process, and it was likely that any TRO would require to be in place
for a 12 month period before any changes were made to allow it an opportunity
to bed in. He noted that many of the
measures in the draft TRO had been a part of the TTRO and had therefore been
previously tested in the area. He advised that it was unclear at this point
what would happen in the future with regard to staycation activity and travel
behaviour, and where there was a requirement to respond quickly they would do
so, as had been previously demonstrated by the implementation of the existing
TTRO. The Committee Manager confirmed that, as with any
Council decision, if there was a material change in circumstances within 6
months then any item could be revisited without the requirement for a
suspension of standing orders. Rowena Ferguson advised that she had been
disappointed not to have been consulted in relation to the TTRO as a business
in the heart of the village. Rowena Ferguson asked the following question in relation ... view the full minutes text for item 4. |
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Police Scotland Update Report by Inspector Roderick MacNeill, Police Scotland Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report and verbal update from Inspector Roderick MacNeill which updated Members on current issues being dealt with by Police Scotland in the Helensburgh and Lomond area. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee noted the contents of the report and information provided. (Reference: Report by Inspector Roderick MacNeill, Police Scotland, dated 7 September 2021, submitted) |
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Roads and Infrastructure Services Update Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which provided an update on the recent activities of Roads and Infrastructure Services and highlighted works being undertaken which were of relevance to the Helensburgh and Lomond area. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee considered and noted the contents of the report. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services dated July 2021, submitted) |
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Recycling Performance Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services Minutes: The Committee considered a report which provided details on the council’s recycling and landfill diversion performance along with national policy, targets and regulations which are likely to impact on future performance. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee considered and noted the information outlined within the report, including the national policy drivers that would likely impact over the next few years. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services dated 16 September 2021, submitted) |
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Proposed Luss Traffic Regulation Orders Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services Additional documents:
Minutes: The Committee considered a report providing
information around two proposed Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) relating to
Luss Village and the U228 Old A82. Decision
The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee agreed: Speed Limit TRO
Traffic Management TRO
a. 3 months - £139 b. 6 months - £258 c. 9 months - £371 d. 12 months - £489;
(Reference: Report by Executive Director with
responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services dated August 2021,
submitted) |
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Appointment to Gourock Harbour Reference Group Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report seeking the appointment of an Elected Member representative to the Gourock Harbour Reference Group. Motion The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee agree to appoint Councillor Barbara Morgan as the Elected Member representative to the Gourock Harbour Reference Group. Moved by Councillor Mulvaney, seconded by Councillor Kinniburgh. Amendment The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee agree to appoint Councillor Iain Paterson as the Elected Member representative to the Gourock Harbour Reference Group. Moved by Councillor Trail, Seconded by Councillor Douglas. The vote was taken by calling the role and Members voted as follows:-
Decision The motion was carried 6 votes to 4 and the Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee resolved accordingly. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support, dated 10 August 2021, submitted) |
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Area Scorecard - FQ1 2021-22 Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Customer Support Services Minutes: The Committee considered the Area Scorecard report for Financial Quarter 1 of 2021-2022 (April-June 2021), which illustrated the agreed performance measures. The Committee Manager provided a further update in relation to street lighting targets on behalf of the Network and Standards Manager, noting that the electrician for the area would shortly be undertaking training to allow him to work on street lights and this should result in improved statistics in due course. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee: 1. agreed the proposed presentation of dog fouling data commentary as detailed at section 1.3. of the report; 2. noted and considered the performance and supporting commentary as presented in the report; 3. noted that upon receipt of the Quarterly Performance Report the Area Committee Members could contact either the Responsible Named Officer or the Performance Improvement Officer with any queries; and 4. noted that work was ongoing and to respond to the Performance Improvement Officer with requests or comments regarding the layout and format of the Performance Report and Scorecard. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Customer Support Services, dated 16 September 2021, submitted) |
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Commercial Services Property Update Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Commercial Services Minutes: A report which provided Members with an update on the development and sale of properties in the Helensburgh and Lomond area was before the Committee for noting. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee noted the contents of the report. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Commercial Services dated 11 August 2021, submitted) |
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Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee Workplan Minutes: The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee Workplan as at September 2021 was before the Committee for noting. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee noted the contents of the workplan. (Reference: Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee Workplan, submitted) |
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Helensburgh, Cardross and Dumbarton Cyclepath Update Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Development and Economic Growth Additional documents:
Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report updating Members on the progress made since the previous report to the Committee on 17 June 2021 in relation to the delivery of Argyll and Bute Council’s long-standing commitment to the provision of a dedicated, high quality walking and cycle route linking Helensburgh, Cardross and Dumbarton. The Committee resolved in terms of Section 50(A)(4) of the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973 to exclude the press and public for discussion of appendix (b) in relation to the report on the grounds that it was likely to involve the disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 6 of Part 1 of Schedule 7A to the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee:
(Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Development and Economic Growth, dated 11 August 2021, submitted) |