Minutes of Jordanhill Community Council

held on Monday 10 May 2010 in Jordanhill Church Hall.

Present Jean Brown (Chair), Ian Anderson, Rani Dhanda, Eileen Duke, Pat McLean, Stuart McLean, Robert Mellish and Mary Wilson

One member of the public.

Apologies from Councillor McLean, Catherine Benton, David Brown, Maria Hope and Ken Malcolm.

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1 Adoption of previous minutes.

Proposed by Ian Anderson and seconded by Mary Wilson.

2 WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS

Rani Dhanda and Pat McLean had submitted valid applications to the Resource Centre and it was confirmed that they were duly elected as from the start of this meeting. The Chairman welcomed them both..

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3 Police Report

3.1 No police officers attended and no reports had been received..

3.2 The chairman had discussed the problem of the tow truck with the police but it appears that no action can be taken.

4 INSURANCE

4.1 Alec Hewitson from the Resource Centre wrote to say he proposed to attend this meeting and would explain developments regarding insurance. However SM received an e-mail today with apologies. SM obtained a resume of the situation.

4.2 For over a year the City Council has considered the transfer of insurance for all Community Councils to the ASCC scheme which we joined last year. However after a detailed audit by specialists, it has been confirmed that the City Council’s present insurance cover is superior to that of ASCC and consequently no change is proposed. The alleged advantage of cover under the ASCC for defamation is not verified.

4.3 ASCC eventually sorted out their problems and sent us renewal forms, but SM has taken no action pending discussion at this meeting.

4.4 All things considered, it is agreed that we should return to the City Council insurance scheme and SM will contact the Resource Centre for immediate cover.

5 CORRESPONDENCE

From GCC, refund on insurance cover. Cheque passed to RM

Various mails and letters regarding the new members.

From Claythorn CC, 4 tickets for their Cheese and Wine Evening on 14 May. Chairman, David Brown, SM and Ian Anderson to attend.

David Brown, SM and Ian Anderson to attend.

From GCC, large consultation document draft West Conservation Area Proposals. This does not affect Jordanhill.

Does not affect Jordanhill

From West Glasgow Partnership Public Forum, meeting 22 May.

Planning applications

17 Selborne Road, conservatory at rear.

107 Balshagray Avenue, alterations to roof at rear.

From Culture and Sport, notice re Drumchapel 5K Fun Run on 13 June.

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6 MATTERS ARISING

6.1 College Campus

The demolition of the groundsman's house in the College Campus has not yet been carried out. SM contacted SU and it appears that relevant notification had not been given to the City Council.

There have been no other developments but it is anticipated that further activity to promote the redevelopment of the campus will shortly take place. This may include exhibitions etc.

6.2 Householders Permitted Development Rights.

SM contacted the Department for an update and discovered that the draft final scheme has now been sent back for further redrafting following adverse comments from the specialist consultees. The public are not involved now.

6.3 Skaterigg Play Park.

This was reopened on 1 May and is well equipped.

6.4 Road resurfacing.

The anticipated resurfacing of Seggilea Road has not yet taken place.

6.5 Victoria Park.

A public consultation on the future use of the park will be held on 5/6 June.

A Trust Fund for the Fossil Grove has been located with over £200,000 available. The current list of Trustees is being revised.

The Fossil Grove is currently open to the public daily, which is a great improvement on the situation which existed last year.

7 AOCB

It was reported that renovations are under way to the Church of Scotland hostel in Westland Drive and it is understood that it is to be used as a rehab centre. Although this is not in our area, it could affect South Jordanhill and more information is to be obtained.

There was a brief discussion on a JCC Newsletter, but it was agreed that since we no longer organise events (such as fun runs, garden competitions etc.) there is little need and the Website is now well established.

8 NEXT MEETING

The next meeting will be on Monday 7 June 2010 in Jordanhill Church Hall at 7.15 p.m.