Agenda and minutes

The Chair welcomed everyone to the meeting.

 

Apologies were intimated from:

 

Councillor George Freeman

Jeannie Holles, Adult Learning Manager

Lana Stewart, Police Scotland

Rod Buchanan, Argyll Community Housing Association

Rona Gold, Community Planning Manager

There were no Declarations of Interest.

 

 

The Minute of the meeting of the Helensburgh and Lomond Area Community Planning group held on 10 November 2015 was approved as a correct record.

 

The Minute of the meeting of the Duchess Wood Local Nature Reserve Committee held on 17 November 2015 was noted by the group.

 

 

The Minute of the meeting of the Third Sector and Communities CPP Strategic Group held on 24 November 2015 was noted by the group.

 

 

Update by Community Planning Manager

The group gave consideration to a report which provided highlights from the Community Planning Partnership (CPP) Management Committee meeting on 18^th December with particular emphasis on matters raised by Area Community Planning Groups.

 

Decision:

 

The group agreed to note the update.

 

(Reference: Report by Community Planning Manager, dated 9 February 2016, submitted). 

 

 

Report  by Community Planning Manager

The group gave consideration to an update which provided the detail on the review to keep Area Community Planning Groups informed of progress.

 

Decision

 

The group agreed:-

 

1.    To note the progress to date.

2.    That the revised delivery plans will be brought to the May 2016 meeting of the Area Community planning Group; and 

3.    That the revision of the SOA: Local will commence thereafter.

4.    That information on how young people could become involved with the CPG to come to the next meeting.

 

(Reference: Report by Community Planning Manager, dated 9 February 2016, submitted).

 

 

Report by Area Governance Manager.

 

The group gave consideration to a report which provided information relating to the implementation of the current Terms of Reference and the revised ways of working which have now been in operation for a period of one year.

 

The Area Committee Manager advised the group that the meeting papers were normally circulated seven days in advance of the meeting rather than the 14 days stated in the Terms of Reference. She explained that this was for operational reasons. It was agreed that the terms of reference should be amended to reflect the current working practice with regards to circulation of meeting papers

 

Discussion followed and the Chair advised that it was his intention to stand down as Chair of the Helensburgh and Lomond CPG with effect from August 2016.  This would provide an opportunity for other Partners of the group to take the Chair. He reiterated the need for the Group to continue with close scrutiny of reports and continue with the good work being undertaken.

 

Decision

 

1.The group agreed to amend  the current Terms of Reference to state that meeting papers should be circulated seven days in advance of meetings

 

 (Reference: Report by Head of Community and Culture, dated 9 February, 2016 submitted).

 

 

 

Report by Executive Director – Community Services

The group gave consideration to a report providing information on the Service provision of the Argyll and Bute Council Education Department.

 

Discussion followed. The group were particularly interested in the fact that 2 of the 10 most deprived data zones were located within the local area and asked for further information in regards the location of the 2 datazones within the Helensburgh area. The group were also interested in the economic benefits of Gaelic. It was noted the report was Argyll & Bute wide  and the group would be interested to have more information on the evidence of the economic benefits of Gaelic related activities within the Helensburgh & Lomond area. Morevain Martin highlighted various projects being undertaken locally in local schools promoting and implementing Health and Wellbeing.

 

Decision

 

1.The group agreed to note the report.

2. Further information on the location of of the 2 data zones falling into the 10 most deprived data zones category to be circulated

3. Information on the economic benefits of Gaelic related activities in the Helensburgh & Lomond area to come to a future meeting

 

(Reference: Report by Executive Director – Community Services, submitted).

Report by Executive Director – Community Services.

The group gave consideration to a report which provided an update on the work of the Community Learning and Development (CLD) Strategic Partnership in response to the Strategic Guidance for Community Planning Groups (2012).

 

Discussion followed and Morevain Martin pointed out some inaccuracies in the report regarding the former Argyll Voluntary Action had been renamed Third Sector Interface

 

Decision

 

The group agreed to note the report.

 

(Reference: Report by Executive Director, Community Services, dated 9 February, 2016 submitted).

 

Presentation by Adam Hart, Helensburgh RFC Development Officer.

The group heard a presentation by Adam Hart, Helensburgh Cricket and Rugby Football Club  Development Officer and Mark Ashdown, Modern Apprentice.

 

The group praised the work currently being undertaken and commented that this should be showcased more widely in the local community. The Chair thanked Adam, Stephen and Mark for their informative presentation and reiterated his commendation on the excellent work they were involved in Kirkmichael.

 

Decision

 

The group agreed to note the presentation and update.

Introduction of Ruth Cairns, Community Learning and Development Youth Worker.

Ruth Cairns, Community Learning and Development Youth worker introduced herself to the group and provided a short resume of her work remit. She commented that she was keen to hear any suggestions from the group.

Discussion followed and Ruth updated the group on the current Membership of the Youth Parliament. The Helensburgh and Lomond member was Stephanie Thomas, who was also the Chair of the local Youth Forum. She highlighted that the Youth Parliament were launching a new campaign – ‘Speak your Mind’ and follow-up research would determine action.

The group asked to be kept informed of results and enquired if Stephanie Thomas would be prepared to attend a future Helensburgh and Lomond Community Planning Group meeting. Ruth agreed to speak to Stephanie about the possibility of attending.

The Chair thanked Ruth for her informative update and enquired if she was engaging with local partners. She affirmed that she was working with local partners and attending various meetings with a number of different local groups.   

 

Decision

 

The group noted the update.

Report by Youth Service Worker (Primary).

The group gave consideration to a report providing information on the activities which  the CLD Youth Services (Primary) deliver in the Helensburgh and Lomond area.

 

Decision:

 

The group agreed to note the report.

 

(Reference: Report by Argyll and Bute Council Youth Service Worker (Primary).

 

Update from Michelle MacDonald

The group heard an update and presentation by Michelle McDonald and Gordon Mowat (Chair) on the work currently being undertaken by Route 81.

 

Discussion followed and Gordon Mowat highlighted the financial difficulties being faced. He advised that various funding applications had been submitted, but, as yet, they had not received notification of any successful bids.  The group suggested the possibility of Route 81 downsizing, but Gordon Mowat pointed out that any cutbacks would result in a cessation of 1:1 interventions with young people attending the centre, with a possible detrimental effect.

The Chair thanked both Michelle McDonald and Gordon Mowat for their update and presentation and advised that the Route 81 Board should instigate contact with Argyll and Bute Council for further advice on their financial difficulties.

 

Decision

 

The group agreed:

 

1.    To note the update and presentation.

2.    That the Area Committee Manager would provide Gordon Mowat of the relevant officer contact at Argyll and Bute Council.

Report by Head of Strategic Planning and Performance.

The group gave consideration to a report on the Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership. It was noted that there were potential links that could be developed between the Locality Groups mentioned in the report and the Area CPGs

 

Decision:

 

The group agreed to note the report.

 

(Reference: Report by Head of Strategic Planning and Performance, dated January 2016, submitted).

 

Report by Area Governance Manager.

The group gave consideration to a report requesting consideration and agreement for meeting dates from May 2016 to April 2017.

 

Decision

 

The group agreed:

 

1.    To the dates for future Helensburgh and Lomond Area Community Planning Group meetings.

2.    That the meeting commencement time would be amended to 9.30a.m.

 

(Reference: Report by Executive Director – Customer Services, dated 9 February 2016, submitted).

 

Discussion to be facilitated by the Area Governance Manager on items for inclusion on the Agenda for the next meeting.

 

 

The date of the next Helensburgh and Lomond Community Planning Group meeting was scheduled for 17 May 2016.

 

The Area Committee Manager facilitated a short discussion to determine reports for the forthcoming May meeting.

She advised that the SOA for discussion would be:-

 

Outcome 1 – The economy is diverse and thriving

Outcome 2 – People live active, healthier and independent lives.

 

The group agreed that reports would be requested as follows:-

 

Outcome 1:-

 

Maritime Change                                             Commander Jim Hayle/Babcock

Impact of the MOD Base on local economy   Commander Jim Hayle

 

Work currently being undertaken in the

Helensburgh area                                           Janice Kennedy, Scottish Enterprise

 

Women entrepreneurs and Business                        Norman Muir, Helensburgh CC

 

Argyll & Bute Coasts and Countryside

Trust                                                                Julie Young, Trust Development Officer

 

NVA St Peters                                     Angus Farquhar, Architect

 

Outcome 5:-

 

New Falls Prevention                                      Linda Skrastin, NHS Highland

Housing Development in local area                Morven Short, Director, Dunbritton

Local Carers                                                   Eileen McCrory, Helensburgh Carer Support

 

The Chair thanked everyone for attending and for their contributions to the meeting.