Tuesday, 3 June 2008
Richard voted chairperson of Bett/Persimmon and Scotia Group
At the AGM of the Bett/Persimmon RA - Richard was voted on as Chairperson of The Group. This will allow an even closer working relationships with the existing estates RA to be formed as he is Chairperson of the existing RA
Friday, 30 May 2008
AGM - Persimmon
The Persimmon and Scotia Group will be having their AGM on Monday the 2nd of June at Hall Glen Primary at 1930. We will be discussing the draft proposal for the use of the planning gain.
please feel free to come along
please feel free to come along
Greenbelt walk round - 10/06
The next Greenbelt walk round will be on the 10th of June at 10.00.
If you would like to come along then contact us here or at Lionthornresidents@yahoo.co.uk
If you would like to come along then contact us here or at Lionthornresidents@yahoo.co.uk
Thursday, 14 February 2008
Next Greenbelt walk round
The next Greenbelt walkround is in early April. Once a firm date is confirmed we will publish it
Greenbelt Estate Walkround - 14/02/08
latest walk round with Greenbelt this afternoon. They have advised that all the additional work committed to at the end of last year will be completed by the end of March. It appears as if there have been a few visits by GB this year. This includes the fence between the Bett estate and our on Lionthorn road
It has been noted that a lot of clippings have not been cleared up, this will be rectified soon.
One thing has been highlighted around the area of the woodland in Mackenzie place. Someone has been chopping the tops of the trees off and badly hacking branches. The tree tops have been left at the base of the trees. This is particularly disappointing as an agreement had been made with Greenbelt on the future maintenance of the woodland.
The next walk round will be in April
It has been noted that a lot of clippings have not been cleared up, this will be rectified soon.
One thing has been highlighted around the area of the woodland in Mackenzie place. Someone has been chopping the tops of the trees off and badly hacking branches. The tree tops have been left at the base of the trees. This is particularly disappointing as an agreement had been made with Greenbelt on the future maintenance of the woodland.
The next walk round will be in April
Greenbelt discussion - Woodland Mackenzie Place
Meeting with Alex Middleton - MD Greenbelt
Richard Mclennan & Harold Wilson
07/12/07
* Harold started the meeting thanking Alex for taking the time to address his concerns around the long term care for the woodland opposite his house in Mackenzie Place.
Harold's main points were the amount of weed & grass growth which was leading to a proliferation of weeds in surrounding gardens. Also the thinning and maintenance of the trees themselves as this is a woodland in a housing area rather than a wild woodland.
* Alex apologised for any misunderstanding that there had been between them at their previous meeting.
* Alex outlined a plan of action based around the discussion that had taken place on the estate walk around on 08/10 with Richard Mclennan, Beverly Burnside, MG contracting and himself.
Action 1 - (Early March) Chemical weedkiller will be used in and around the wooded area up to the grass line to prohibit initial weed growth. This will have the effect of initially killing back the grass in that area. The effect of the weedkiller will be monitored and a repeat operation will take place later in the year if need be. Alex advised that he did not like the use of chemical weedkillers in woodland areas in general but as this is an area of concern to residents they will take this action.
Action 2 - (Between Jan-March) Thinning of the elders will be undertaken. When carrying this thinning out, if additional spacing is needed with the other species this will be carried out.
Action 3 - (Throughout year) Additional care will be taken with strimming to ensure that there is reduced blow off from the strimmed grass to the gardens.
* Harold thanked Alex for his action plan and looked forward to seeing the work being completed.
The meeting concluded with Alex handing the new woodland maintenance pamphlet and a suds information booklet to Harold and Richard.
Richard Mclennan & Harold Wilson
07/12/07
* Harold started the meeting thanking Alex for taking the time to address his concerns around the long term care for the woodland opposite his house in Mackenzie Place.
Harold's main points were the amount of weed & grass growth which was leading to a proliferation of weeds in surrounding gardens. Also the thinning and maintenance of the trees themselves as this is a woodland in a housing area rather than a wild woodland.
* Alex apologised for any misunderstanding that there had been between them at their previous meeting.
* Alex outlined a plan of action based around the discussion that had taken place on the estate walk around on 08/10 with Richard Mclennan, Beverly Burnside, MG contracting and himself.
Action 1 - (Early March) Chemical weedkiller will be used in and around the wooded area up to the grass line to prohibit initial weed growth. This will have the effect of initially killing back the grass in that area. The effect of the weedkiller will be monitored and a repeat operation will take place later in the year if need be. Alex advised that he did not like the use of chemical weedkillers in woodland areas in general but as this is an area of concern to residents they will take this action.
Action 2 - (Between Jan-March) Thinning of the elders will be undertaken. When carrying this thinning out, if additional spacing is needed with the other species this will be carried out.
Action 3 - (Throughout year) Additional care will be taken with strimming to ensure that there is reduced blow off from the strimmed grass to the gardens.
* Harold thanked Alex for his action plan and looked forward to seeing the work being completed.
The meeting concluded with Alex handing the new woodland maintenance pamphlet and a suds information booklet to Harold and Richard.
Friday, 21 September 2007
Next Committee meeting
The next meeting is scheduled for 19.30 on the 18th of October at the Wheel House in Camelon.
Saturday, 18 August 2007
August Committee Meeting Minutes
Meeting Lionthorn Residents Association (Barratt & Bryan) @ Wheelhouse Camelon 20.00 07/08/08.
Attendees:
Doris
Richard
Harold
Robert
Lynne
David
Stuart
Apologies
Douglas
George
Agenda
1. Security Update
There have been a number of strange incidents in the estate ranging from padlock theft, broken lights to removal of gate screws. Some of these incidents have been reported to the Police. The common theme seems to be around the incidents happening on bin day. All committee members should raise awareness of security issues to residents in there area. The postman also advised that he will pass the word out amongst the post workers to be extra vigilant of strange activities.
AP - All to spread word to local residents
Concerns were also raised around the gap area between the Bett and Bryant sites. This will be addressed in the Greenbelt update.
2. Planning Gain
There has been very little visible activity from the Council regarding the planning for the spending of the £350K. Councillor Patrick did advise that a public meeting would be held soon.
Doris suggested that perhaps we should look for a community hall to be built. David advised that there have been usage issues with the Hallglen facility and it is unlikely that the council would go for this.
It was also raised concern about the influence that Mitchel Place and Abbotsmoss residents have on the spending of the funds. The developers for these sites did not contribute to the fund.
AP - Richard to raise with Scotia/Persimmon/Bett group for their views
3. Greenbelt update
Richard has been working closely with Greenbelt for the last couple of months to resolve the outstanding issues on the estate. Repairs have been made to the fence and the gate is now locked off at Mitchell Place.
An update was also given on the public meeting held by the West Lothian MP Jim Devine. Other estates have had similar communication issues with Greenbelt. Richard has met with the customer service team and discussed the new communication strategy. RIchard also advised that he is happy to remain the main point of contact for Greenbelt.
A meeting is planned for a walk around of the new estates on Thursday 09/08.
A discussion was also held about the gap site between the Bett and Bryant estates. This gap is being used by local children and is causing problems for adjoining residents. There are two suggestions - fence the area off at road side and plant bushes such as Berberis and Hawthorne to restrict and discourage access. Both will be raised with Greenbelt.
The owner of Lionthorne cottage is restricting access at the top end of the venell to stop unwanted access to his land.
David also asked about the vandalism of the play park area and the graffiti that is still there (a year after it was promised t be removed.)
Robert also raised the issue of the coping stone at the wall next to the Postbox. Richard has been in consultation with the Council and Greenbelt. The wall is not on any plan and is outwith Greenbelt's area of responsibility. Richard will continue to liaise with both parties to seek a satisfactory outcome.
AP Richard/Committee Work with Council to resolve the issue
Greenbelt have also offered to send out newsletters on our behalf. It was agreed that an information bulletin would be drafted and passed to Greenbelt for distribution.
The welcome letter for new residents was also discussed and this will be resent round for approval before sending to GB to send along with their information pack to new residents
AP - Committee to approve and sign off welcome letter - draft attached - David to coordinate, Richard to send to GB once approved
AP - A volunteer is needed to draft the first bulletin - to be agreed by 17/08
4. Working closer/merging with new residents association.
Discussions were held on the merits of working closer with the new association. It was agreed that we would not merge at this time but work closely with them. Invites will be passed on to attend our meetings. David and Richard will attend a meeting on 27/08 of the new associations committee
5. AGM
AGM is likely to be held in November. This will be discussed further at next Committee meeting.
6. Neighbourhood Watch
Scotia/Persimmon committee are investigating a neighbourhood watch scheme. Richard suggested we should work with them on this. It was agreed that we should await further details from the investigation.
Post Meeting update
1. The meeting with Greenbelt highlighted a number of outstanding issues with new estates
Greenbelt have agreed to fence of the area between the two estates and look at restrictive planting. The area along the side of Lionthorn Road is now planted. GB will request that Persimmon supply additional top soil to encourage better plant growth.
Greenbelt have agreed that they will strim the area closest to the corner house in Mitchel Place and then also stop strimming so far back at the side of the residents garage to discourage access to the now locked gate. They will also look at bare root planting of Hawthorne to discourage access. The woodland is within the management plan as we have full canopy growth. This will be continued to be monitored. The plan for the site shows the access strip of grass running approx 2/3m from road to where the natural woodland is to be left.
AP - David/anyone who knows the owner of Lionthorn cottage - Can we check what plans the owner has for restricting access to the vennel - GB will still need maintenance access
There was not time to discuss the play area but this will be brought up at the next GB meeting.
2. The Planning gain issue was raised with the Scotia group and their views were that as we have a larger number of residents that our views should hold final say with the council. We cannot stop the council consulting with all residents. The issue of interest on the fund was also discussed.
This will be discussed further at the meeting on the 27th. Initial thoughts are were that a Community Resource centre would be a good idea. Discussions will also need to be had with thewoodland rangers, perhaps this could be used as a base
3. The committee also welcomed our joint approach. Although were disappointed about merging the groups.
Next meeting 18 September - venue tba
Attendees:
Doris
Richard
Harold
Robert
Lynne
David
Stuart
Apologies
Douglas
George
Agenda
1. Security Update
There have been a number of strange incidents in the estate ranging from padlock theft, broken lights to removal of gate screws. Some of these incidents have been reported to the Police. The common theme seems to be around the incidents happening on bin day. All committee members should raise awareness of security issues to residents in there area. The postman also advised that he will pass the word out amongst the post workers to be extra vigilant of strange activities.
AP - All to spread word to local residents
Concerns were also raised around the gap area between the Bett and Bryant sites. This will be addressed in the Greenbelt update.
2. Planning Gain
There has been very little visible activity from the Council regarding the planning for the spending of the £350K. Councillor Patrick did advise that a public meeting would be held soon.
Doris suggested that perhaps we should look for a community hall to be built. David advised that there have been usage issues with the Hallglen facility and it is unlikely that the council would go for this.
It was also raised concern about the influence that Mitchel Place and Abbotsmoss residents have on the spending of the funds. The developers for these sites did not contribute to the fund.
AP - Richard to raise with Scotia/Persimmon/Bett group for their views
3. Greenbelt update
Richard has been working closely with Greenbelt for the last couple of months to resolve the outstanding issues on the estate. Repairs have been made to the fence and the gate is now locked off at Mitchell Place.
An update was also given on the public meeting held by the West Lothian MP Jim Devine. Other estates have had similar communication issues with Greenbelt. Richard has met with the customer service team and discussed the new communication strategy. RIchard also advised that he is happy to remain the main point of contact for Greenbelt.
A meeting is planned for a walk around of the new estates on Thursday 09/08.
A discussion was also held about the gap site between the Bett and Bryant estates. This gap is being used by local children and is causing problems for adjoining residents. There are two suggestions - fence the area off at road side and plant bushes such as Berberis and Hawthorne to restrict and discourage access. Both will be raised with Greenbelt.
The owner of Lionthorne cottage is restricting access at the top end of the venell to stop unwanted access to his land.
David also asked about the vandalism of the play park area and the graffiti that is still there (a year after it was promised t be removed.)
Robert also raised the issue of the coping stone at the wall next to the Postbox. Richard has been in consultation with the Council and Greenbelt. The wall is not on any plan and is outwith Greenbelt's area of responsibility. Richard will continue to liaise with both parties to seek a satisfactory outcome.
AP Richard/Committee Work with Council to resolve the issue
Greenbelt have also offered to send out newsletters on our behalf. It was agreed that an information bulletin would be drafted and passed to Greenbelt for distribution.
The welcome letter for new residents was also discussed and this will be resent round for approval before sending to GB to send along with their information pack to new residents
AP - Committee to approve and sign off welcome letter - draft attached - David to coordinate, Richard to send to GB once approved
AP - A volunteer is needed to draft the first bulletin - to be agreed by 17/08
4. Working closer/merging with new residents association.
Discussions were held on the merits of working closer with the new association. It was agreed that we would not merge at this time but work closely with them. Invites will be passed on to attend our meetings. David and Richard will attend a meeting on 27/08 of the new associations committee
5. AGM
AGM is likely to be held in November. This will be discussed further at next Committee meeting.
6. Neighbourhood Watch
Scotia/Persimmon committee are investigating a neighbourhood watch scheme. Richard suggested we should work with them on this. It was agreed that we should await further details from the investigation.
Post Meeting update
1. The meeting with Greenbelt highlighted a number of outstanding issues with new estates
Greenbelt have agreed to fence of the area between the two estates and look at restrictive planting. The area along the side of Lionthorn Road is now planted. GB will request that Persimmon supply additional top soil to encourage better plant growth.
Greenbelt have agreed that they will strim the area closest to the corner house in Mitchel Place and then also stop strimming so far back at the side of the residents garage to discourage access to the now locked gate. They will also look at bare root planting of Hawthorne to discourage access. The woodland is within the management plan as we have full canopy growth. This will be continued to be monitored. The plan for the site shows the access strip of grass running approx 2/3m from road to where the natural woodland is to be left.
AP - David/anyone who knows the owner of Lionthorn cottage - Can we check what plans the owner has for restricting access to the vennel - GB will still need maintenance access
There was not time to discuss the play area but this will be brought up at the next GB meeting.
2. The Planning gain issue was raised with the Scotia group and their views were that as we have a larger number of residents that our views should hold final say with the council. We cannot stop the council consulting with all residents. The issue of interest on the fund was also discussed.
This will be discussed further at the meeting on the 27th. Initial thoughts are were that a Community Resource centre would be a good idea. Discussions will also need to be had with thewoodland rangers, perhaps this could be used as a base
3. The committee also welcomed our joint approach. Although were disappointed about merging the groups.
Next meeting 18 September - venue tba
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