Decision details

The group gave consideration to the draft Terms of Reference pertaining to the Area Community Planning Groups.

The Area Governance Manager advised the group of the timescales for the submission of comments. 

The Chair requested that the group address this issue and endeavour to get adequate Ward representation.

Discussion followed in regards local community councils and their perception of not being fully included and the need for cognisance in regards the diverse issues of rural and urban community councils. 

The Chair urged the group to review and give consideration to issues which had been raised during the discussion. He also questioned the lack of representation from the private sector and hoped this would also be addressed. He continued that partners should feedback comments to – Lorna Elliott, Community Governance Manager – by 30 September.

The Area Governance Manager confirmed that the draft Terms of Reference would be disseminated to all the local Community Councils for their information with a  request that any comments by submitted by 30 September 2014.

(Reference: Report by Head of Community and Culture, dated 9 September 2014, submitted)