With great sadness we learned of the death of our long-serving community council member, and former Chair, Philip Graves. Philip served the community enthusiastically and generously over many years in many ways. Philip contributed to the work of the community council and other projects even throughout his recent long illness.
Our deepest sympathies to Sue, Alastair and Catriona, and all who will miss Philip.
Strathblane Community Council
Meeting on Monday January 10th 2022 will take place from 7.30pm via Zoom
1. Welcome from the Chair and declarations of interest
2. Minutes of December meeting and matters arising
3. Police report
4. Roads issues
5. Elected Member’s Report
6. Planning and Licensing
7. Finance
8. Correspondence
9. AOCB
10. Date of next meeting
Contact us at contact@strathblanecc.org.uk . Also on our website
www.strathblanecc.org.uk
Telephone numbers for Community Councillors are on the notice boards, in the library and in the Blane Valley Bulletin.
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First Bus have written to the Community Council about some ongoing service disruption that is presently affecting our bus network.
“We’re experiencing an acute driver shortage coupled with the ongoing requirement of a proportion of our existing driver pool having to self-isolate with very little advance warning. However, I would like to take this opportunity to assure all of the communities that we serve that we’re doing absolutely everything possible to deliver as much as we can in the face of very challenging circumstances.”
“Over the coming days, the attached notice will begin to appear at bus stops across the Stirling Council area. This notice is to make everyone aware that while we will continue with our efforts to deliver our scheduled timetables, there may well be some short notice disruption for the reasons outlined above.”
For the latest information Call 0345 646 0707. Our lines are open from 8am to 6pm Mon-Fri
Our website (www.firstscotlandeast.com), Twitter channel (@FirstScotland) and customer service team will be advising customers of any changes to services as soon as they’re confirmed.
“I hope that this information is helpful , and I thank you in advance for your continued patience while we continue to address this very challenging situation.”
Please visit firstbus.co.uk/recruitment
Monday the 6th September : Drop in registration for local Beaver, Cub & Scout groups
7-8pm – outside the Strathblane Scout Hall – see flyer for more details
The AGM for Strathblane Community Council takes place on Monday the 6th of September 2021 at 7.30pm via Zoom. The first monthly meeting of the new session will take place directly afterwards.
Please contact us if you wish an invite to the meeting : contact@strathblanecc.org.uk
The agendas can be found at : https://strathblanecc.org.uk/meetings/
along with the minutes from previous meetings.
Stirling Council Consultation on Flood Risk Management
Stirling Council is encouraging residents to offer their views on actions that can be taken to tackle the risk of flooding in local areas.
Working in collaboration with the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) and other key partners, Stirling Council is the lead local authority for the Forth Local Plan District Consultation. There are 14 district consultations across Scotland being co-ordinated between SEPA and local authorities.
The second phase of the consultation offers information on the local flood risk management plan in addition to consultation questions. It also provides information on how and when flood risk actions from the plan will be delivered locally.
The consultation is open to residents, businesses and any other interested parties including other responsible authorities. It will close on 31 October 2021.
Convener of Stirling Council’s Environment and Housing Committee, Cllr Jim Thomson said: “The severe weather and flooding warnings across Scotland is a reminder that local flood risk management plans are required to alleviate flood risk.
“It’s in all of our interests for measures taken to mitigate flood risks that are resilient and appropriate to our local communities. I encourage all residents and businesses to take part in this consultation to shape how the flood risk management plan is implemented.”
Vice Convenor, Councillor Danny Gibson said: “As we find ourselves facing more frequent spells of extreme weather conditions due to climate change, our preparedness and response to local flood risks needs to reflect feedback from our communities.
“Localised flooding is something that should be kept to an absolute minimum and having a comprehensive flood risk management plan will go a long way to reaching practical solutions. Please take the time to take part in the consultation.”
Have your say on the Flood Risk Management Plan for the Forth here or by visiting the consultation hub for flood risk plans across the country.
Join Loch Lomond Fisheries this weekend tackling Himalayan Balsam in the Strathblanefield area: starting from the Library Car Park at 10am this Friday 9th July & Saturday 10th July. Each session will last for approx 2 hours and full instructions will be given. Please wear suitable clothing for being in long weeds (including nettles!), sturdy footwear, gloves and refreshments. Social Distancing will be observed. If you have any queries please contact Julie on 01360 770 791.
A retrospective planning application has been filed for the operation of the Wee Kirk takeaway. All documentation relating to the planning application can be viewed online here.
Since its launch, the takeaway has become quite popular with customers. However, at the same time, Stirling Council have received a number of objections from neighbours and other community members, as well as some comments in support. After discussions with the Wee Kirk team, comments have now been submitted by the community council.
The full text of the comments is below. In summary, the community council supports the new management in their efforts to revive the fortunes of the Kirkhouse Inn. However, the new external frying kitchen should not have been installed and operated without planning permission, and we believe that planning permission should not be granted until the problem of smells is solved.
Strathblane Community Council has considered this application at its meetings in March and April 2021. Members of the community councils have met with the applicant and the owner of the Kirkhouse Inn, as well as speaking with those residents having raised objections.
Residents and businesses are being asked for their views on the first draft of Stirling Council’s Climate and Nature Emergency Plan.
In October 2019, the Council declared a Climate Emergency and the Plan will be a major driver in Stirling’s efforts to tackle the climate crisis head on.
The document spells out a vision to improve residents’ lives, help Stirling’s economy thrive and enhance the local environment, with a focus on five key objectives:
People can provide feedback on the plan via the Council’s new Engage Stirling platform and those unable to access the digital platform can request a hard copy by calling the Contact Centre (01786 404040).
Virtual drop-in sessions with communities are also planned during the consultation process. Details of these will be shared on social media and the Engage Stirling Platform over the coming weeks.
Convener of Stirling Council’s Environment and Housing Committee, Cllr Jim Thomson said: “The Council is committed to leading the way in averting climate change, but we can only win this battle through collective action and input from residents and businesses.
“If you are interested in shaping how your community and the wider Stirling area becomes a greener, healthier and more prosperous place to live and work, please have your say on this Plan for urgent action.”
In March 2020, the Council directed officers to develop a climate emergency plan to reduce carbon emissions and help address climate change impacts.
Since then, despite the Covid-19 pandemic, significant work has taken place to make this vision a reality.
This included a survey over the summer of 2020 which helped measure public opinion on the climate emergency and inform the plan’s objectives.
More than 1,000 residents responded to the online questionnaire – one of the biggest responses to a Council survey – and the results of the closed questions can be downloaded here or accessed on Engage Stirling.
Vice Convener, Cllr Danny Gibson said: “The ongoing pandemic means this continues to be a hugely challenging time for people, but we know climate change remains a top priority for communities from the high number of responses we received in last year’s survey.
“The climate emergency also remains at the top of the Council’s agenda and, while we have made significant strides forward to cut our carbon footprint, we know we all need to do much more.
“This plan is our blueprint to take the next steps forward in this global challenge, so please use your voice to shape a brighter future for Stirling.”
The consultation on the draft Climate and Nature Emergency Plan will be open for an initial eight weeks, and the feedback from the public will be used to refine the Plan, which will be presented for approval at a future meeting of Stirling Council.
Please head to the Engage Stirling platform to view the plan and express your views.
The members of the Community Council were very sad to hear of the sudden death of Graham Lambie, who has been a councillor for Forth and Endrick Ward for many years.
Graham was always interested in local affairs and very supportive of any local issues. We will greatly miss his support and his friendship.
There are more tributes to be found on Stirling Council’s website here.