Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council
If you would like information about your group or business to appear in the next newsletter, please send details to [email protected]
November 2010
Community News and Events
We would like to start a letters page with your news and views about community issues. Please email letters to [email protected]
Thank you to the team of volunteers who deliver the newsletter in all weathers!
Baldernock Community Council
November frost over Baldernock
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter Contents What’s happening in Baldernock
www.baldernock.org.uk
Minutes of the last BCC meeting Cut the Carbon Group update
Page 2
Page 19
Carpets Spruce Carpets Govan 0141 425 1555
Welcome to the Winter edition of the Baldernock Community Council newsletter. The next Community Council meeting is on Wednesday, 17th November at the Church Hall, Glenorchard Road, 7:30 pm All welcome
www.sprucecarpets.org.uk
Bikes Healthy Habits Kirkintilloch recycles and refurbishes old bikes and resells them Margaret Harkins 0141 578 8642 Clothes Baldernock Primary School has a drop off point for clothes and batteries
Community Transport Initiative Access to community transport for organisations in the area would be a real bonus and would enable groups to provide
If there are issues or concerns you would like to see in the next newsletter, please email [email protected] Any suggestions very welcome! Newsletters are also available on the website: www.baldernock.org.uk
additional events and activities for their members. Both the Cut the Carbon Group and Baldernock Community Association are supportive of a local community minibus, so questionnaires are now being circulated in the area to ascertain the uptake of such a facility. It is estimated that the cost of a new eco friendly vehicle could be anywhere in the region of £30 - £70k, so it's essential that full use is made of any local community transport scheme. Dougie Peddie, from Balmore, would be interested to hear your views on such a scheme and welcome any specialist knowledge anyone has on electric, bio diesel or hybrid engine vehicles. Dougie can be contacted on 01360 622369 or email him at [email protected]
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
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Page 3
Where can I recycle my ....?
What’s on in Baldernock - News & Events
See East Dunbartonshire’s website (Planning and environment section) for recycling and uplift information for EDC residents
Saturday 27th November Church coffee morning and swap and share
www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk
Furniture Glasgow Furniture Initiative (Free) 0141 314 1450 www.glasgowfurnitureinitiative.org.uk Ruchill Furniture Project (Free) 0141 945 2746 e: [email protected] Second Opportunities (£10 delivery charge) Broomloan Rd, Ibrox 0141 425 1177
Entrance free. Church Hall Balmore, Saturday 27th November 10am till 12 noon. Refreshments £2.00. Come along and buy your Christmas cards and gifts. Bring along any items you would like to swap. A good chance to have a clearout before Christmas!
Emmaus Glasgow (£18 delivery charge) 0141 353 3912 e: [email protected]
Have you found a bag?
East Dunbartonshire Homeless Team’s Furniture project (Free)
Shirley Phipson (tel: 0141 956 1693)
Furniture, white goods, cutlery and cooking utensils
has lost a hand knitted and
0141 578 2108
partially crocheted square bag with a plaited strap. It is in two shades
Other places listed at Waste Aware Scotland
of brown and contains a key. Last
http://www.wasteawarescotland.org.uk/
seen at the Church Hall. Please get in touch with her if you know its
Check www.baldernock.org.uk for details Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
whereabouts. Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 4
Page 17
What’s on in Baldernock—News & Events
Cut the Carbon Group Swap and Share
Youth Club Children (8-16) from Baldernock are welcome to drop in to the youth club which meets on a Monday in the Church Hall on Glenorchard Road. Club times are 7:00—8:30 pm, the cost is £1.00. New faces welcome!
Our first swash was held at Baldernock Primary School on the 21st August and another on the 20th September. These are proving a great success with lots of items changing hands, from the very small to the enormous ( a pickup trailer and a load of wood!)
Monday 22nd November 7:00 –8:30
The next one will be at the Church Hall on Saturday 27th
Join Jenny, the arts worker in a magical evening of making dreams come true! Wool, willow and wild imagination woven together in your very own dream catcher
November, 10:00 am —12 noon, in combination with the Church coffee morning
Carbon Conversations We have started the first Baldernock Carbon Conversations course. A small group of local residents are meeting
Other Upcoming activities Loads of fun things to do: games, pool, football table, table tennis, darts, cookery and crafts. Activities in the run up to Christmas include cookery, arts and crafts, DJing, a Team Tower Challenge. doing nails and make up, darts and air hockey. The session will culminate in a visit to the pantomime at the Tron Theatre. Contact Mags Harwood 01360 622369 for more information
together once a fortnight to examine the 4 key areas of their carbon footprint : home energy, travel, food and other consumption. They will be learning about the carbon emissions involved in each of these areas and supporting each other in making practical plans to gradually make large carbon reductions. There will a second course taking place in the New Year. Further information will be available on the website nearer the time. For more information see www.carbonconversations.org or contact Jean Langhorne e: [email protected] Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 16
Page 5
Cut the Carbon Group
Garden Club
The Group has held 2 swap and share events so far, as well as an Eco Fair. We have completed around 50 home energy surveys but are still looking to do more. Now is the time to be thinking about taking measures to cut fuel costs for the coming winter. If you have not completed one yet, and would like to, contact
Programme 2010-11
Alison Hazell 0141 958 2540
11 January -Biodiversity and The Gardener- Sheena Wurthmann
e: [email protected]. If you have already done a home energy survey, we have software (REAP Petite) designed by the University of York which addresses lifestyle choices and their carbon impact, and this can give households a good snapshot of where they can save energy and money. If you are interested please contact Alison [email protected]
Growing Calendar The CtC group are working in partnership with Anniesland College first year Visual Communication students to design a monthly year planner for growing your own fruit and vegetables. We hope this will be ready in time for Christmas!
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
All meetings take place in The Fraser Centre, Milngavie at 7.30 p.m. Visitors welcome: £3 per meeting unless otherwise indicated 7th December -Table Decoration Workshop—Janet Carroll (Ticketed event, members and guests only)
1st February -Growing Vegetables in Small Spaces- Alan Yates 1st March - Planting & Garden Design- Carole Bainbridge 2nd April -Propagation Workshop at Botanic Gardens, Glasgow. Tickets: £5 inclusive of guided tour of Botanic Gardens 30th April -Plant sale: 11.00-12.45—Milngavie & Bearsden Sports Club, Milngavie 10th May -7.15: AGM – members only. At 7.30: Gardens from scratch- John West—There will be a visit to his garden in Uplawmoor in June 7th June -Social evening (members only)
Contact: Chairman: 0141 569 5285
Secretary: 07713824864
email: [email protected] to go on mailing list
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 15 Page 15
Page 6
Baldernock Ramblers Saturday 13th November
The Sailing Club volunteers cooked up some hearty home made soup and the East Dunbartonshire Food-Co-op made delicious curry samples to try.
Buchlyvie to Aberfoyle (O/S 57 Stirling) Distance 10km/6.25m All walks start and finish near a village or town and sometimes there is an option to walk all, or just some of the walk. Please note that the walks will now take place on the second Saturday of each month but can be changed at the last minute if there are clashes with church matters or bad weather. Unless otherwise stated, meet at the church at 9.15am. Contact Neil Macnair on 0141 942 2656 [email protected]
Want to go Shopping? Do you find it difficult to go shopping on your own? East Dunbartonshire Council organises shopping trips on Tuesdays and Thursdays. A mini bus will pick you up and drop you off at your home. Contact: Margaret Harkins t: 0141 578-8642 e: [email protected]
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
The Sailing Club catering crew
The children had great fun with drama sessions, storytelling, arts and crafts and trips on the Loch. A big thank you to all those who came along, and to the volunteers who worked hard to make the day a success. More pictures on the website www.baldernock.org.uk Crafty feet
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 14
Page 7
Cut the Carbon Group
Coffee Morning
Eco Fair 2nd October
These are held on the first Friday of every month. Contact Marlene Clark 01360 622 496
Around 100 people attended the Eco Fair at the Sailing Club. Fifteen stall holders provided advice on home energy matters, composting, recycling and healthy eating.
Sunday School Sunday school for ages 3-12 years are held at the Church Hall in Glenorchard Road on Sunday mornings. Contact Marlene Clark 01360 622 496
Baldernock Welcome Pack Ros Jarvis has now completed the Welcome Pack for new residents. ‘What’s on in the community’ leaflets (part of the pack) are also included with this newsletter for your information Jo Swinson about to try out the Urban Roots pedal power bike
Jo Swinson opened the event and announced the winners of the Baldernock Primary School poster competition. The aim of the event was to provide the community with information about carbon cutting measures and the community response was very positive.
Coach House News The Coach House already has all its Christmas stock: cards, gifts, diaries and advent calendars The Coach House Christmas Alternatives gift list is now also available. A copy is enclosed with this newsletter. Winning poster
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 8
Highlights from the BCC Minutes 15th September 2010
Page 13
School Events Fashion Show Friday 12th November, 7:30 for 8:00pm, Baldernock Church Hall, £ 2.00 a ticket
1. Police Matters The community Police Officer was again unable to attend the meeting and disappointment was expressed at the lack of opportunity to discuss issues of concern. The ongoing problem and dangers of persistent
Fiona Robertson is presenting clothes from the French designer label, Captain Tortue see website www.captaintortuegroup.com. She will have a range of women's and children's clothing to see and purchase on the night. Local crafts and gifts on sale. BYOB. Nibbles provided. Spread the word for a fun, girly evening.
speeding on the main road was raised. Police general contact number: 0141 207 5878 (This number goes through to a call-centre, and enquiries may be referred to the Baldernock Community officers as appropriate. Direct dial numbers for the Community officers:
Christmas Concert Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th (afternoon) The shows are organised entirely by Baldernock Primary School pupils and members of the public are very welcome to attend. Please contact the school for performance times and ticket prices t: 01360 620 317
0141 207 5802 and 0141 207 5803. E-mail contact for our Community officer is: [email protected]
End of Year Service Thursday 23rd December, 1:15 pm, Parish Church Everyone invited to the end of year service
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 12
Sailing Club
Page 9
2. Pedestrian Safety and Footpaths
Night out fundraiser, Saturday 13th November 7.30pm Big Vern and the Shootas are coming to Kessington Town
Work has started to address the problem of flooding on Craigmaddie Road.
Hall, tickets £18 (includes a fish supper). This is the main
Pupils are being encouraged to walk and cycle more often
fundraiser for the year so please come along and support us
to school. At a recent meeting at the School, the question
and have a fantastic night out.
was raised of the suitability of the verges on Tower Road being used as a possible footway.
Xmas Craft Fayre, Thursday 25th November 7—9pm, Sailing Club A large range of hand made items and gifts from Jewellery, Felt Bag, handmade soaps, Homemade chutney, cards will
The problem of maintenance was discussed as the verges and ditches are not maintained by the local Council.
3. Planning Update Since the last meeting in June, there have been two new
be on sale.
planning applications: Tickets costs £3 or you can pay at the door. There will also
Newlands, Glenorchard Road – amendment to extension
be a demonstration from the Pampered Chef on the night.
plans – a query on access onto Glenorchard Road Bankell cottage, Stathblane Rd – proposed 2 storey extension – no objection from neighbours. The Local Plan is currently being considered by reporters. Input from community groups is not being considered at this stage.
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 10
Planning—Summerston Charlie Frize from Luddon Contruction gave a presentation with Keith Woods who described the proposals to landscape the infill site at Summerston Farm and restore the land for agricultural use. Since the present artificial mounds are steep and unstable, they will be landscaped to produce gentler slopes to blend in with the surrounding landscape. Subsequently 2 metres of subsoil and topsoil will be added to reinstate grazing and arable land. Ecological and hydrological surveys of the area have been carried out to assess the impact of the proposed landscaping works. Reassurances were given that loss of biodiversity will be minimised and that the flood capacity for the rivers Kelvin and Allander will be maintained. Members of the community raised concerns over the increased levels of heavy traffic on the roads over the 5 year period of this project, as well as proximity of the works to the world heritage site of the Antonine Wall. Charlie Frize responded to these concerns and welcomed any future enquiries relating to the project to be directed to the offices of Luddon Construction on Balmore Road.
4. Cut the Carbon update Alison Hazell, Project Manager of the Climate Challenge Funded project, presented an update on activities to date and reminded the community that she and Lynnda Wardle are now both available to carry out Home Energy Surveys (these are free and take around 20 minutes to complete). In addition, they are offering a Carbon Footprint survey to those interested in saving energy and making carbon reductions in their lifestyles. More information in CtC section of the newsletter. Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 11
6. Secretary’s Report Professional Indemnity Insurance for the Climate Challenge Project staff has been put in place.
7. School matters Niall Campbell, the chair of the BPS Parent Council delivered a report on the campaign to keep the school open and described the consultation process over the last 18 months. Although any decision to close the school has been postponed, there is still no guarantee that it has a secure future, despite considerations of the negative effects on the local community. The Parent Council has given some consideration to the proposal to replace the portakabin with a new energy efficient building which could be used as a resource by the rest of the community and this long term option seems preferable to the short term solution of replacing it with another portakabin.
8. Future meeting dates Balmore Parish Hall, 7:30 pm. 17 November 2010 19 January 2011 16 March 2011
Check www.baldernock.org.uk for meeting dates and full text of minutes Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
If you would like information about your group or business to appear in the next newsletter, please send details to [email protected]
November 2010
Community News and Events
We would like to start a letters page with your news and views about community issues. Please email letters to [email protected]
Thank you to the team of volunteers who deliver the newsletter in all weathers!
Baldernock Community Council
November frost over Baldernock
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter Contents What’s happening in Baldernock
www.baldernock.org.uk
Minutes of the last BCC meeting Cut the Carbon Group update
Page 2
Page 19
Carpets Spruce Carpets Govan 0141 425 1555
Welcome to the Winter edition of the Baldernock Community Council newsletter. The next Community Council meeting is on Wednesday, 17th November at the Church Hall, Glenorchard Road, 7:30 pm All welcome
www.sprucecarpets.org.uk
Bikes Healthy Habits Kirkintilloch recycles and refurbishes old bikes and resells them Margaret Harkins 0141 578 8642 Clothes Baldernock Primary School has a drop off point for clothes and batteries
Community Transport Initiative Access to community transport for organisations in the area would be a real bonus and would enable groups to provide
If there are issues or concerns you would like to see in the next newsletter, please email [email protected] Any suggestions very welcome! Newsletters are also available on the website: www.baldernock.org.uk
additional events and activities for their members. Both the Cut the Carbon Group and Baldernock Community Association are supportive of a local community minibus, so questionnaires are now being circulated in the area to ascertain the uptake of such a facility. It is estimated that the cost of a new eco friendly vehicle could be anywhere in the region of £30 - £70k, so it's essential that full use is made of any local community transport scheme. Dougie Peddie, from Balmore, would be interested to hear your views on such a scheme and welcome any specialist knowledge anyone has on electric, bio diesel or hybrid engine vehicles. Dougie can be contacted on 01360 622369 or email him at [email protected]
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
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Page 3
Where can I recycle my ....?
What’s on in Baldernock - News & Events
See East Dunbartonshire’s website (Planning and environment section) for recycling and uplift information for EDC residents
Saturday 27th November Church coffee morning and swap and share
www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk
Furniture Glasgow Furniture Initiative (Free) 0141 314 1450 www.glasgowfurnitureinitiative.org.uk Ruchill Furniture Project (Free) 0141 945 2746 e: [email protected] Second Opportunities (£10 delivery charge) Broomloan Rd, Ibrox 0141 425 1177
Entrance free. Church Hall Balmore, Saturday 27th November 10am till 12 noon. Refreshments £2.00. Come along and buy your Christmas cards and gifts. Bring along any items you would like to swap. A good chance to have a clearout before Christmas!
Emmaus Glasgow (£18 delivery charge) 0141 353 3912 e: [email protected]
Have you found a bag?
East Dunbartonshire Homeless Team’s Furniture project (Free)
Shirley Phipson (tel: 0141 956 1693)
Furniture, white goods, cutlery and cooking utensils
has lost a hand knitted and
0141 578 2108
partially crocheted square bag with a plaited strap. It is in two shades
Other places listed at Waste Aware Scotland
of brown and contains a key. Last
http://www.wasteawarescotland.org.uk/
seen at the Church Hall. Please get in touch with her if you know its
Check www.baldernock.org.uk for details Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
whereabouts. Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 4
Page 17
What’s on in Baldernock—News & Events
Cut the Carbon Group Swap and Share
Youth Club Children (8-16) from Baldernock are welcome to drop in to the youth club which meets on a Monday in the Church Hall on Glenorchard Road. Club times are 7:00—8:30 pm, the cost is £1.00. New faces welcome!
Our first swash was held at Baldernock Primary School on the 21st August and another on the 20th September. These are proving a great success with lots of items changing hands, from the very small to the enormous ( a pickup trailer and a load of wood!)
Monday 22nd November 7:00 –8:30
The next one will be at the Church Hall on Saturday 27th
Join Jenny, the arts worker in a magical evening of making dreams come true! Wool, willow and wild imagination woven together in your very own dream catcher
November, 10:00 am —12 noon, in combination with the Church coffee morning
Carbon Conversations We have started the first Baldernock Carbon Conversations course. A small group of local residents are meeting
Other Upcoming activities Loads of fun things to do: games, pool, football table, table tennis, darts, cookery and crafts. Activities in the run up to Christmas include cookery, arts and crafts, DJing, a Team Tower Challenge. doing nails and make up, darts and air hockey. The session will culminate in a visit to the pantomime at the Tron Theatre. Contact Mags Harwood 01360 622369 for more information
together once a fortnight to examine the 4 key areas of their carbon footprint : home energy, travel, food and other consumption. They will be learning about the carbon emissions involved in each of these areas and supporting each other in making practical plans to gradually make large carbon reductions. There will a second course taking place in the New Year. Further information will be available on the website nearer the time. For more information see www.carbonconversations.org or contact Jean Langhorne e: [email protected] Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 16
Page 5
Cut the Carbon Group
Garden Club
The Group has held 2 swap and share events so far, as well as an Eco Fair. We have completed around 50 home energy surveys but are still looking to do more. Now is the time to be thinking about taking measures to cut fuel costs for the coming winter. If you have not completed one yet, and would like to, contact
Programme 2010-11
Alison Hazell 0141 958 2540
11 January -Biodiversity and The Gardener- Sheena Wurthmann
e: [email protected]. If you have already done a home energy survey, we have software (REAP Petite) designed by the University of York which addresses lifestyle choices and their carbon impact, and this can give households a good snapshot of where they can save energy and money. If you are interested please contact Alison [email protected]
Growing Calendar The CtC group are working in partnership with Anniesland College first year Visual Communication students to design a monthly year planner for growing your own fruit and vegetables. We hope this will be ready in time for Christmas!
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
All meetings take place in The Fraser Centre, Milngavie at 7.30 p.m. Visitors welcome: £3 per meeting unless otherwise indicated 7th December -Table Decoration Workshop—Janet Carroll (Ticketed event, members and guests only)
1st February -Growing Vegetables in Small Spaces- Alan Yates 1st March - Planting & Garden Design- Carole Bainbridge 2nd April -Propagation Workshop at Botanic Gardens, Glasgow. Tickets: £5 inclusive of guided tour of Botanic Gardens 30th April -Plant sale: 11.00-12.45—Milngavie & Bearsden Sports Club, Milngavie 10th May -7.15: AGM – members only. At 7.30: Gardens from scratch- John West—There will be a visit to his garden in Uplawmoor in June 7th June -Social evening (members only)
Contact: Chairman: 0141 569 5285
Secretary: 07713824864
email: [email protected] to go on mailing list
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 15 Page 15
Page 6
Baldernock Ramblers Saturday 13th November
The Sailing Club volunteers cooked up some hearty home made soup and the East Dunbartonshire Food-Co-op made delicious curry samples to try.
Buchlyvie to Aberfoyle (O/S 57 Stirling) Distance 10km/6.25m All walks start and finish near a village or town and sometimes there is an option to walk all, or just some of the walk. Please note that the walks will now take place on the second Saturday of each month but can be changed at the last minute if there are clashes with church matters or bad weather. Unless otherwise stated, meet at the church at 9.15am. Contact Neil Macnair on 0141 942 2656 [email protected]
Want to go Shopping? Do you find it difficult to go shopping on your own? East Dunbartonshire Council organises shopping trips on Tuesdays and Thursdays. A mini bus will pick you up and drop you off at your home. Contact: Margaret Harkins t: 0141 578-8642 e: [email protected]
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
The Sailing Club catering crew
The children had great fun with drama sessions, storytelling, arts and crafts and trips on the Loch. A big thank you to all those who came along, and to the volunteers who worked hard to make the day a success. More pictures on the website www.baldernock.org.uk Crafty feet
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 14
Page 7
Cut the Carbon Group
Coffee Morning
Eco Fair 2nd October
These are held on the first Friday of every month. Contact Marlene Clark 01360 622 496
Around 100 people attended the Eco Fair at the Sailing Club. Fifteen stall holders provided advice on home energy matters, composting, recycling and healthy eating.
Sunday School Sunday school for ages 3-12 years are held at the Church Hall in Glenorchard Road on Sunday mornings. Contact Marlene Clark 01360 622 496
Baldernock Welcome Pack Ros Jarvis has now completed the Welcome Pack for new residents. ‘What’s on in the community’ leaflets (part of the pack) are also included with this newsletter for your information Jo Swinson about to try out the Urban Roots pedal power bike
Jo Swinson opened the event and announced the winners of the Baldernock Primary School poster competition. The aim of the event was to provide the community with information about carbon cutting measures and the community response was very positive.
Coach House News The Coach House already has all its Christmas stock: cards, gifts, diaries and advent calendars The Coach House Christmas Alternatives gift list is now also available. A copy is enclosed with this newsletter. Winning poster
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 8
Highlights from the BCC Minutes 15th September 2010
Page 13
School Events Fashion Show Friday 12th November, 7:30 for 8:00pm, Baldernock Church Hall, £ 2.00 a ticket
1. Police Matters The community Police Officer was again unable to attend the meeting and disappointment was expressed at the lack of opportunity to discuss issues of concern. The ongoing problem and dangers of persistent
Fiona Robertson is presenting clothes from the French designer label, Captain Tortue see website www.captaintortuegroup.com. She will have a range of women's and children's clothing to see and purchase on the night. Local crafts and gifts on sale. BYOB. Nibbles provided. Spread the word for a fun, girly evening.
speeding on the main road was raised. Police general contact number: 0141 207 5878 (This number goes through to a call-centre, and enquiries may be referred to the Baldernock Community officers as appropriate. Direct dial numbers for the Community officers:
Christmas Concert Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th (afternoon) The shows are organised entirely by Baldernock Primary School pupils and members of the public are very welcome to attend. Please contact the school for performance times and ticket prices t: 01360 620 317
0141 207 5802 and 0141 207 5803. E-mail contact for our Community officer is: [email protected]
End of Year Service Thursday 23rd December, 1:15 pm, Parish Church Everyone invited to the end of year service
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 12
Sailing Club
Page 9
2. Pedestrian Safety and Footpaths
Night out fundraiser, Saturday 13th November 7.30pm Big Vern and the Shootas are coming to Kessington Town
Work has started to address the problem of flooding on Craigmaddie Road.
Hall, tickets £18 (includes a fish supper). This is the main
Pupils are being encouraged to walk and cycle more often
fundraiser for the year so please come along and support us
to school. At a recent meeting at the School, the question
and have a fantastic night out.
was raised of the suitability of the verges on Tower Road being used as a possible footway.
Xmas Craft Fayre, Thursday 25th November 7—9pm, Sailing Club A large range of hand made items and gifts from Jewellery, Felt Bag, handmade soaps, Homemade chutney, cards will
The problem of maintenance was discussed as the verges and ditches are not maintained by the local Council.
3. Planning Update Since the last meeting in June, there have been two new
be on sale.
planning applications: Tickets costs £3 or you can pay at the door. There will also
Newlands, Glenorchard Road – amendment to extension
be a demonstration from the Pampered Chef on the night.
plans – a query on access onto Glenorchard Road Bankell cottage, Stathblane Rd – proposed 2 storey extension – no objection from neighbours. The Local Plan is currently being considered by reporters. Input from community groups is not being considered at this stage.
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 10
Planning—Summerston Charlie Frize from Luddon Contruction gave a presentation with Keith Woods who described the proposals to landscape the infill site at Summerston Farm and restore the land for agricultural use. Since the present artificial mounds are steep and unstable, they will be landscaped to produce gentler slopes to blend in with the surrounding landscape. Subsequently 2 metres of subsoil and topsoil will be added to reinstate grazing and arable land. Ecological and hydrological surveys of the area have been carried out to assess the impact of the proposed landscaping works. Reassurances were given that loss of biodiversity will be minimised and that the flood capacity for the rivers Kelvin and Allander will be maintained. Members of the community raised concerns over the increased levels of heavy traffic on the roads over the 5 year period of this project, as well as proximity of the works to the world heritage site of the Antonine Wall. Charlie Frize responded to these concerns and welcomed any future enquiries relating to the project to be directed to the offices of Luddon Construction on Balmore Road.
4. Cut the Carbon update Alison Hazell, Project Manager of the Climate Challenge Funded project, presented an update on activities to date and reminded the community that she and Lynnda Wardle are now both available to carry out Home Energy Surveys (these are free and take around 20 minutes to complete). In addition, they are offering a Carbon Footprint survey to those interested in saving energy and making carbon reductions in their lifestyles. More information in CtC section of the newsletter. Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
Page 11
6. Secretary’s Report Professional Indemnity Insurance for the Climate Challenge Project staff has been put in place.
7. School matters Niall Campbell, the chair of the BPS Parent Council delivered a report on the campaign to keep the school open and described the consultation process over the last 18 months. Although any decision to close the school has been postponed, there is still no guarantee that it has a secure future, despite considerations of the negative effects on the local community. The Parent Council has given some consideration to the proposal to replace the portakabin with a new energy efficient building which could be used as a resource by the rest of the community and this long term option seems preferable to the short term solution of replacing it with another portakabin.
8. Future meeting dates Balmore Parish Hall, 7:30 pm. 17 November 2010 19 January 2011 16 March 2011
Check www.baldernock.org.uk for meeting dates and full text of minutes Baldernock Community Council Newsletter
