Issue - meetings

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An update from Audrey Baird, Community Development Officer.

Audrey Baird reported on the recent first tranche of Third Sector grants.  She advised the group on the demand for funding from local organisations in the MAKI area and the limited amount of grant funding which was available.  A very limited second tranche of funding was available and consideration would be given to this later in the year. 

Audrey informed the group on the success of the recent event held in Lochgilphead to provide information on alternative ways for local organisations to generate money/funding.  The event had attracted 100 attendees and it was proposed to hold more local events.    

Audrey Baird continued that another integral part of her role was that as the Co-ordinator of the Public Health Network.  She informed the group that funding had been continued.  The point of contact for health-focused projects was Eleanor Sloan.  Further information in regards Health and Wellbeing network was availabe on the Council website.

Audrey raised the issue of the need to increase usage of local community centres.  She informed the group of the reduction in hours at community centres, which would impact onto stewarding and janitorial duties. 

Action:  Audrey Baird would arrange for a presentation detailing the facilities and equipment available at the Campbeltown Community Centre at the next KIWG meeting scheduled for June.

Susan Paterson raised the issue of groups (which comprised predominantly elderly members) who would experience difficulties in moving/setting up tables and chairs at the Community Centre  for their meetings.  Audrey Baird highlighted the need to alert the Community Centre in advance of problems envisaged by such groups.

* An email expanding on this topic is attached with the Minute

Susan Paterson related that she had recently attended a Community Health Education exchange event.  She informed the group of the Keep Well Campaign which involved health checks for local residents in the 40-64 age bracket.  Carol Muir, Senior Health Promotion Officer, NHS Highland was involved in setting these up in the local area.