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KILLEARN COMMUNITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THEMEETINGHELDON20MARCH2024
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Heidi Bryce, Caroline Carrick, Andrew Donaldson,
Elizabeth Jones (chair), Hilary McGregor, Calum McLean,
Fiona Rennie
Michael Bowdidge, Susie Henderson, Cllr Paul Henke,
Lachlann Mackenzie, Brenda Pell, Theresa Prescott,
Police Scotland
Graeme Fraser (KCFC), Jim Ptolomey (KCC Planning Consultant)
20 members of the public,
Christine Bauwens (Minute Secretary)
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Elizabeth introduced Emily Semple who will be the new Minute Secretary as from
April 2024 and welcomed her to the meeting.
CC1403– MINUTES OF MEETING HELDON21FEBRUARY2023
The minutes were voted as a true record of the meeting.
CC1404– MATTERS ARISING
● CC1392–Matters Arising– SC Budget Cuts
Elizabeth updated the meeting on the SC budget cuts which will impact local
residents. These include an increased cost of the Garden Waste Permit, an
increase in some car parking charges, reduction in funding for the Citizen’s Advice
service and reduction in funding for libraries. The bus service has not been
affected for the time being.
● CC1389–AnyOtherBusiness– War Memorial Missing Names
The meeting was informed that nine names with regiment and rank will be
inscribed on a plaque to be placed at the base of the war memorial. A planning
application will be made for same and although the plaque will not be ready in
time for the ceremony marking the War Memorial’s centenary in April 2024, it will
be unveiled as soon as possible thereafter.
CC1405– POLICE MATTERS
As Police Scotland was unable to attend the meeting, Fiona gave the following Police
Report:
● Nocrimes were reported to the Police during February 2024.
● Reports of vehicles speeding on Station Road but on arrival of Police, there was
no trace of the vehicles.
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● Concerning reports of dangerous driving and speeding near the Killearn Kids Hub
on Main Street have been received. Members of the public witnessing same are
asked to contact the Police and, if possible, give the offending vehicle’s
registration number as this will give the Police a line of enquiry with the registered
keeper.
The full police report is available on KCC website www.killearncc.org.uk
CC1406– KCFC UPDATE
Graeme thanked all those involved in the production and distribution of the latest Killearn
Courier. Thanks were also expressed to the advertisers and encouragement given to
support these local businesses. A request had been received asking how to donate to the
Killearn Courier and it was suggested an article appear in the next edition explaining how
to do this.
CC1407– PLANNING AND LOCALPLACEPLAN
Planning Schedule
Further to the objections raised to Planning Application 23/00719/FUL- Erection of
multi-storey dwelling house and double garage, landscaping and formation of new paved
driveway at garden ground of 41 Station Road, Killearn, Jim explained to the meeting that
the SC Enforcement Officer has instructed a Retrospective Planning Application for work
on the existing house. Adjoining neighbours will be notified of this and should submit any
objections to SC. When the planning application is received, Jim will advise KCC as to
how to proceed and report back at a future KCC meeting.
The full Planning Schedule is available on KCC website www.killearncc.org.uk
Local Place Plan
As Michael was unable to attend the meeting, Elizabeth gave a progress report regarding
the Local Place Plan:
Distribution of leaflets to local residents
Article in Killearn Courier
Information given to local businesses
Involvement of P7 at Killearn Primary School
Banner to be placed outside the Village Hall
The closing date to respond to the survey has been extended to the end of April and
when data has been compiled, a community event will take place informing local
residents of details.
The survey can be accessed online at www.bit.ly/kcplace. Paper copies are also available
by contacting KCC at contactus@killearncc.org.uk
CC1408– ROADSANDGENERALMAINTENANCEREPORT
Calum reported further on the dangerous driving incident as outlined in the Police Report
above. A vehicle driving at speed on Main Street did not stop at the zebra crossing near
Well Green. SC has been informed and has agreed to install warning signs of a zebra
crossing on both sides of the road.
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A member of the public raised the issue of more 20 mph signs within the zone and it was
agreed KCC ask SC to install these as soon as possible.
(Action CMcL)
In addition, it was agreed KCC ask SC for clarification on the 20 mph limit request for
Station Road.
(Action CMcL)
It was noted potholes have been filled in the area and thanks expressed to SC for
undertaking this work.
The meeting was informed of a cyclist who came off his bike and was knocked
unconscious after hitting an unmarked raised ramp on Drumtian Road. It was agreed
Calum take up this issue further with SC.
(Action CMcL)
The continued inconsiderate parking of vehicles on the pavement outside the Co-op was
discussed. Members of the public are reminded that parking on pavements is illegal and
damage done to this section of pavement is causing particular difficulty to pedestrians.
Following discussion on local problems with roads etc, a member of the public suggested
preparing a report for SC outlining the issues, flagging up risks and making reasonable
suggestions as to dealing with same. It was felt that SC may be more willing to take
action if this were undertaken.
CC1409– CORRESPONDENCE
Fiona reported on correspondence relating to the following issues:
● Suggestions for a new street name for the Rural Stirling Housing Association
development off Lampson Road.
● Newrail service by Grand Union Trains to open between Stirling and London.
● Spring Clean Scotland in association with Keep Scotland Beautiful can provide
litter-picking callipers and litter bags to help tidy up Scotland. Bags will be
collected at the end of the litter pick and disposed of safely.
CC1410– QUESTION TIME
There were no questions from members of the public.
CC1411– COUNCILLOR’S REPORT
As Cllr Henke was unable to attend the meeting, there was no Councillor’s Report.
CC1412– TREASURER’S REPORT
Andrew presented the following Treasurer’s Report:
Expenses:
Admin and Hall hire
Happiness Project chocolate and cards
Current balance of funds
CC1413– ANY OTHERBUSINESS
£66.00
£88.98
£388.66
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● Fiona gave a presentation on Cyber Safety, outlining the importance of creating
good passwords to combat scamming. It is advised to use three random words to
create a password that is easy to remember but hard to guess. The mixing of
lower-case and upper-case letters with numbers and symbols also adds to
password security.
It was noted that phishing is becoming more sophisticated and that people should
be wary of texts, adverts, emails or social media posts which appear authorative,
urgent and emotional. Email addresses should be examined carefully before
replying to and scammers should always be reported to the Police by calling 101.
The following reputable websites provide invaluable helpful information:
https://www.security.org/how-secure-is-my-password/
https://haveibeenpwned.com
https://stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk/how-to-spot-fraud
● Local resident, Natasha Houchin spoke to the meeting raising awareness of
retro-fitting properties. This involves assessment of buildings, reducing energy
consumption, reducing emissions, improving the fabric of buildings and improving
living standards.
Funding is available from the Energy Saving Trust and Eco4 Funding which is
linked to Energy Performance Certificates.
It is hoped to hold retro-fit events to provide information for the local community in
the future.
● FrankDeas reported on the recent success of the Community Tree Planting day
at Buchanan Views estate and thanked everyone involved in making it a success.
● Itwasannounced that the next Killearn Country Market will take place on
13 April 2024 at the Village Hall. In addition, a workshop on preparing gardens for
spring will also be held at the same time. Local residents are encouraged to
engage with Killearn Country Market Feedback Form which can be found at
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSerB3GGLWsRmzhZF8ZqlpC5EyR2m
PFtl5nPf-AaZaPsPvWtNw/viewform?usp=sf_link
● TomarkChristine Bauwens’ retirement as KCC Minutes Secretary, Elizabeth
expressed grateful thanks to Christine for her work over the past ten years and
presented her with a bouquet of flowers. Those attending the meeting were invited
to stay on for tea and cake to wish Christine well in her retirement.
CC1414– DATE ANDVENUEOFNEXTMEETING
The next KCC meeting will be held at 8.00 pm on 17 April 2024 in the Garden Room at
the Village Hall.
The meeting ended at 9.10 pm.
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