DUNURE COMMUNITY COUNCIL Will meet in the Kennedy Hall, Dunure On Tuesday 20 March 2012 at 7.30pm AGENDA

DUNURE COMMUNITY COUNCIL Will meet in the Kennedy Hall, Dunure On Tuesday 20 March 2012 at 7.30pm AGENDA 1. Apologies 2. Adoption of previous minutes 3. Police Business 4. Councillor’s Report 5. Link Officer’s Report 6. Matters arising 7. Financial Report 8. Open Forum 9. Correspondence 10. Any Other Business 11. Date of next meeting 17 April 2012 DUNURE COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY 21 February 2012 IN KENNEDY HALL, DUNURE, AT 7.30PM SEDERUNT: Mr Phil Findlay(Chair); Mr Roy Storie(Treasurer); Mrs Jean McGinn, (Secretary); Mr Adam Montgomerie; Mrs Dorothy Ward. IN ATTENDANCE: Councillor Sandra Goldie; Councillor Mairi Low. P C William Deans. Mr Alexander Gibson. 1. APOLOGIES: Mrs Thea Petticrew; Mr A Guthrie ADOPTION OF MINUTES: Proposed by D Ward, Seconded Mr Montgomerie. POLICE REPORT: There have been no further incidents of housebreaking, but P C Deans asks everyone to be vigilant as opportunists come in many forms and to ensure homes are secure. An incident of fly tipping was brought up (Coal Pit Road). The continuing problem of the school bus having to reverse into bus park was brought to us by Mrs McKinley (Head Teacher) who has already approached Dodds of Troon whose drivers only reverse if there is no alternative – cars etc parked. Mrs McKinley also wondered why the Community Police do not visit the school regularly and this comment was passed on to them. Secretary asked what the updated position of Neighbourhood Watch is. 4. COUNCILLOR’S REPORT: Awaiting the budget to find out financial position and if any change to public services. There is an election of Councillors in May. A few potholes and flooded gullies mentioned. Councillor Low gave a copy of a document which may assist in funding opportunities. This was taken by Mr Storie. 5. LINK OFFICER’S REPORT: Mrs Petticrew did not make the meeting but will be happy to be contacted by email for any issues. MATTERS ARISING: Lighthouse Mr Storie feels there is no way forward at the moment. Although a member of the Civic Society came along and gave some helpful information. Litter in Station Road has been cleared. Signs mentioned have not yet been repaired. 7. FINANCIAL REPORT: Opening Balance £19.28 Plus Administration Account of £600 - making a total of £619.28 Community Hall Account £120.42 plus £500 - making a total od £620.42 9 OPEN FORUM: Mr Alex Gibson attended and was given a Nomination Form to be considered for election to the Community council. 10 CORRESPONDENCE: Letter from South Ayrshire Council on Open Space Strategy. View document on Website. Letter and nomination forms re election South Ayrshire Council Rural Panel on Thursday 15 Mnarch - Kirkmichael. Scottish Natural Heritage Magazine. Email from Archie Monkhouse re ASCC fees - Roy? Email from Archie Monkhouse looking for minute Secretary for ASACC Copy of the Carrick Way map. Email from South Ayrshire Council – Grant of £299 towards Beacon for Diamond Jubilee. PLANNING: Applications: Smithy Cottage - Change of plan for alterations 34 Station Road = Alterations and extensions of dwelling house Permitted: 18 Station Road, Alterations ANY OTHER BUSINESS: v Mr Storie commented on the condition of the paintwork on the postbox adjacent to the bus shelter. This box is covered in green algae from the overhanging trees. Mrs Ward will have a word with the new occupants. v Mrs McGinn and Mr Montgomerie attended the Youth Club Awards Evening and expressed their delight at the enthusiasm of the youngsters who received the Awards. Secretary will write to Mr & Mrs Eaglesham thanking them for invitation. v Mrs McGinn will notify South Ayrshire Council of our intention to have a Beacon for the Diamond Jubilee on 4 June. There being no other business, the meeting closed at 9.00 and the next meeting will be held on Tuesday 20 March 2012.