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The Chair ruled, and the Committee agreed, to a variation in the order of business to facilitate officer attendance. The minute reflects the order in which items were discussed. |
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The Chair, on behalf of the Committee, congratulated Paul Collins on his election to represent Ward 9, Lomond North, and noted that she looked forward to working with him in the future. |
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Apologies Minutes: An apology for absence was intimated on behalf of Councillor Lorna Douglas. |
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Declarations of Interest Minutes: Councillor Graham Hardie noted in
relation to item 15 (Argyll & Bute Health and Social Care Partnership
Annual Performance Report 2020/2021) that he was appointed to the role of
non-Executive Member of NHS Highland Board by the Council. Having taken note
of the updated Standards Commission Guidance in relation to declarations
(issued 7 December 2021) with specific reference to section 5.4(c) he did not
consider that he had a relevant connection and as such would remain in the
meeting and speak and vote on the report. Councillor Gary Mulvaney, prior
to consideration of item 15 of the agenda (Argyll and Bute Health and Social
Care Partnership Annual Performance Report 2020/21), noted that he was
appointed as a Member of the Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership
Integration Joint Board (IJB) by the Council. Having taken note of the
updated Standards Commission Guidance in relation to declarations (issued 7
December 2021) with specific reference to section 5.4(c) he did not consider that
he had a relevant connection and as such would remain in the meeting and speak
and vote on the report. |
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Minutes |
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Minutes: The minutes of the meeting of the Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee held on Thursday, 16 September 2021 were approved as a correct record. |
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Public Question Time Minutes: Dave Pretswell, Luss and Arden Community Council, submitted the following question in writing for consideration by the Committee: “During the last
local Area Committee meeting, and in the context of the Committee's
deliberations upon the draft Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) for Luss village,
the Committee was advised by Ms Rowena Ferguson, representing the Coach House
Coffee House, Luss, that she had submitted some seven counts of Complaint
alleging misconduct by Luss and Arden Community Council, allegedly material to
the Committee's consideration of these TROs. Can the Members of
the Committee each confirm that they have been made aware of the outcome of the
Council's Conduct Panel Review of 5th November which duly considered these
allegations and subsequently dismissed all seven out of seven points of
Complaint as being entirely without merit?” The Chair advised
that the minutes of the Community Council Conduct Review Panel meeting were
publicly available on the Council’s website and, on this basis, she was
confident that all Members would be aware that the Panel made the decision not
to uphold the seven points of complaint made against Luss and Arden Community
Council. Alastair Moore, John
McGall and Laura Freeland submitted the following question to the Committee: “At the Helensburgh
& Lomond Area Committee Meeting of January 2019 we, as a Rhu Village
residents group, put forward the case for the creation of a footpath on lower
Pier Road, Rhu, a stretch of road identified as dangerous particularly for
pedestrians. This proposition gained full Council support subject to
funding availability and possibly the completion of other historical footpath
projects. We note that the
footpath work plans unveiled in a report and voted through on 2 September 2021
unfortunately did not include our footpath proposal. Could we please have
an update on our proposal and what timescale is anticipated for this much
needed road safety measure.” Councillor Freeman
provided information around a site visit that had taken place in 2019, which had
involved a number of parties discussing the highlighted concerns. He noted that
it was his understanding, following this site visit, that the Head of Roads and
Infrastructure Services would investigate funding for the purposes of
implementing a footpath. He asked that an update be provided on the progress of
this to Mr Moore, Mr McGall, Ms Freeland and all Members. Councillor Paterson
noted his agreement with what Councillor Freeman had said, and asked that an
appropriate update be provided in order for the matter to be addressed. The Chair confirmed
that the Committee Manager would feedback this question to the appropriate
Council officers, and that any response would be circulated to Mr Moore, Mr
McGall, Ms Freeland and all Members following the meeting. |
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Councillor Gemma Penfold joined the meeting during discussion of the foregoing item. |
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Police Scotland Update PDF 211 KB Report by Inspector Roderick MacNeill, Police Scotland Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which updated Members on Police Scotland’s activities in the Helensburgh and Lomond area and noted that there were no Police Scotland representatives available to speak to the report due to conflicting operational requirements. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee noted the contents of the report. (Reference: Report by Inspector Roderick MacNeill, Police Scotland, dated 2nd December 2021, submitted) |
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Hermitage Academy Annual Report PDF 662 KB Report by Head Teacher Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a progress report for Hermitage Academy, which provided information in relation to recognising wider achievement; SQA performance; pupil and staff wellbeing; blended and home learning; contingency planning; school successes; the school roll; clothing and footwear grants; free school meals; and attendance, absence and exclusions. Decision:
(Reference: Report by Head Teacher, Hermitage Academy, dated November 2021, submitted) |
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Commercial Services Property Update PDF 385 KB Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Commercial Services Minutes: The Committee considered a report which provided Members with an update on the development and sale of properties in the Helensburgh and Lomond area. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee considered and noted the position as outlined in respect of the various properties. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Commercial Services, dated 3rd December 2021, submitted) |
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Helensburgh Waterfront Development (HWD) - Project Position Update PDF 412 KB Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Commercial Services Additional documents: Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which provided Members with an update on the progress of the Helensburgh Waterfront Development (HWD) project since the previous report to the Committee in June 2021. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee considered and noted the contents of the report. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Commercial Services, dated 6th December 2021, submitted) |
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Helensburgh Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS) Governance PDF 383 KB Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Development and Economic Growth Minutes: The Committee considered a report asking Members to agree to the proposed governance arrangements for the Helensburgh Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS) (2021-2026). Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee agreed to the governance arrangements proposed for the Helensburgh Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS) as detailed in paragraphs 4.8 to 4.10 of the report. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Development and Economic Growth, dated 4th November 2021, submitted) |
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Piers and Harbours - Gourock - Dunoon - Kilcreggan Harbour Reference Group |
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Presentation by Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd PDF 2 MB Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a presentation by Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL), which provided an overview of the programme dependencies; programme scope; programme governance; and programme milestones for the Gourock, Dunoon and Kilcreggan Infrastructure and Vessel Project. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee noted the contents of the presentation and information provided. (Reference: Presentation by Harbour and Engineering Liaison Manager, Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd, submitted) |
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Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services PDF 310 KB Additional documents: Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which updated Members on the planning timeline for development of infrastructure and the Terms of Reference for the Gourock, Dunoon and Kilcreggan Harbour Reference Group. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee considered and noted the contents of the report, including the updated Terms of Reference. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Roads and Infrastructure Services, dated December 2021, submitted) |
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Roads and Infrastructure Services Update PDF 200 KB 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 November 2021, submitted) |
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Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support Minutes: The Committee considered a report seeking the appointment of an Elected Member to the Helensburgh and Lomond Area Community Planning Group and to the Gourock, Dunoon and Kilcreggan Harbour Reference Group. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee agreed: 1.
to appoint Councillor Iain Paterson as the Ward 9 (Lomond North) Elected
Member representative to the Helensburgh and Lomond Area Community Planning
Group; and 2.
to appoint Councillor George Freeman as the Elected Member representative
to the Gourock, Dunoon and Kilcreggan Harbour Reference Group. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support, dated 16th November 2021, submitted) |
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Charitable Trusts, Bequests and Trust Funds PDF 212 KB Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support Additional documents: Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to a report which provided information on proposals relating to the ongoing management and proposed distribution arrangements for the Charitable Trusts, Bequests and Trust Funds for which the Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee are Trustees. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee: 1. noted
the financial position of the Charitable Trusts, Bequests and Trust Funds as of
July 2021; 2. agreed
that a moratorium be placed on the distribution of funds from the following
funds: Helensburgh and Faslane Cemeteries Fund, Ballyhennan
Churchyard, Cardross War Memorial and Sundry Bequests – Former Dumbarton
Cemeteries, until such time as sufficient interest has been accrued; 3. agreed
that the ‘John Logie Baird Prize Fund’ prize be
limited to £30; 4. agreed
that all other Charitable Trusts, Bequests and Trust Funds are awarded on the
basis outlined in paragraph 5.5 and defined within appendix 1 of the report;
and 5. noted
that officers are in ongoing dialogue with representatives from the Lord
Advocates office to establish appropriate methods of distributing funds from
the Clydesdale Air Raid Distress Fund. (Reference: Report
by Executive Director with responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support,
dated October 2021, submitted) |
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Area Scorecard FQ2 2021/22 PDF 447 KB Report by Executive Director with Responsibility for Customer Support Services Minutes: The Committee considered the Area Scorecard report for Financial Quarter 2 of 2021-2022 (July to September 2021), which illustrated the agreed performance measures. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee: 1.
noted and considered the performance and supporting commentary as
presented in the report; 2.
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 3.
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 17th December 2021, submitted) |
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Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership Annual Performance Report 2020/21 PDF 259 KB Report by Head of Strategic Planning, Performance and Technology – Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership Additional documents: Minutes: The Committee gave consideration to the Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) Annual Performance Report for 2020/21. Decision The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee considered and noted the Annual Performance Report for the Health and Social Care Partnership for the year 2020/21. (Reference: Report by Head of Strategic Planning, Performance and Technology, Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership, dated 17th December 2021, submitted) |
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Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee Workplan PDF 305 KB Minutes: The Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee Workplan as at December 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 16th September 2021 in relation to the delivery 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 25th November 2021, submitted) |