Issue - meetings

The minute of the Oban, Lorn and the Isles Area Committee held on 12^th October 2016 was approved as a correct record.

Councillor Devon updated the Committee that dental provision on Mull has been granted funding for 1 year. 

Councillor Green, Chair of the Integration Joint Board advised that COSLA guidance provides for payment of travel time to care staff.

Councillor Robertson confirmed that access to the sports pitch which was brought up at the previous meeting by Mr Martin has been referred to the Disability Forum with a meeting scheduled for the new year.

Councillor Devon asked if there was any update on the street boards legislation.  The Area Committee Manager agreed to look into this and circulate an update to Members.

Councillor Green asked Councillor McKenzie for an update on the Skateboarding Group.  She confirmed they have now had their first meeting with their full committee of partners which will meet monthly to discuss locations, and will soon issue to the press further details.

Councillor Robertson asked for an update in regard to the street furniture which was brought to the previous meeting for discussion.  The Area Committee Manager advised that an advert will be put on the Council’s website alerting community groups to the sale.  He suggested that local members are in a good position to notify community groups.