Public Document Pack Argyll and Bute Council Comhairle Earra Ghaidheal agus Bhoid
Corporate Services Director: Nigel Stewart
Dalriada House, Lochnell Street, Lochgilphead, Argyll, PA31 8ST Tel: 01546 602177 Fax: 01546 604530
24 April 2006
NOTICE OF MEETING
A meeting of the MID ARGYLL KINTYRE & ISLAY AREA COMMITTEE will be held in the GIGHA VILLAGE HALL on WEDNESDAY, 3 MAY 2006 at 10:45 AM, which you are requested to attend.
Nigel Stewart Director of Corporate Services
BUSINESS
1. APOLOGIES
2. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
3. MINUTES OF MEETING OF 5 APRIL 2006 (Pages 1 - 6)
4. MINUTES OF CIVIC GOVERNMENT HEARING OF 5 APRIL 2006 (Pages 7 - 8)
5. GIGHA ISSUES PRESENTATION
6. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME / QUESTIONS FOR STRATHCLYDE POLICE
7. PLANNING APPLICATIONS (Pages 9 - 28)
8. DELEGATED DECISIONS (Pages 29 - 42)
9. GIGHA MULTI USE BUILDING (Pages 43 - 44)
10. PENINVER FOOTPATH (Pages 45 - 46)
11. A816 LOCHGILPHEAD TO OBAN ROAD - LANE CLOSURE AT CARNASSARIE (Pages 47 - 48)
12. RURAL TRANSPORT GRANT (Pages 49 - 54)
13. HITRANS OBJECTIVES - VERBAL REPORT
14. GRANTS TO VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS (Pages 55 - 126)
EXEMPT SECTION The Committee will be asked to pass a resolution in terms of Section 50(A)(4) of the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973 to exclude the public for items of business with an “E” on the grounds that it is likely to involve the disclosure of exempt information as defined in the appropriate paragraph of Part I of Schedule 7a to the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973.
The appropriate paragraph is:-
Paragraph 13 Information which, if disclosed to the public, would reveal that the authority proposes-
(a) to give under any enactment a notice under or by virtue of which requirements are imposed on a person; or
(b) to make an order or direction under any enactment.
E1 15. ENFORCEMENT 05/00094/ENFOTH (Pages 127 - 132)
RGYLL, KINTYRE & ISLAY AREA COMMITTEE
Councillor Rory Colville Councillor Robin Currie Councillor John Findlay (Vice-Chair) Councillor Alison Hay Councillor Donald Kelly Councillor Donald MacMillan Councillor John McAlpineCouncillor Alastair McKinlay (Chair) Councillor Bruce Robertson
Contact: Katie McKenzie: 01546 604511
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MINUTES of MEETING of MID ARGYLL KINTYRE & ISLAY AREA COMMITTEE held in the COUNCIL CHAMBERS, KILMORY on WEDNESDAY, 5 APRIL 2006
Present: Councillor Alastair McKinlay (Chair)
Councillor Rory Colville Councillor Robin Currie Councillor Alison Hay Councillor Donald Kelly Councillor Donald MacMillan Councillor John McAlpine Councillor Bruce Robertson
Attending: Deirdre Forsyth, Area Corporate Services Manager Donnie McLeod, Roads and Amenity Services Manager Peter Bain, Development Control Officer Fergus Murray, Development Policy Manager Sergeant Marlene Baillie, Local Authority Liaison Officer Katie McKenzie, Area Committee Assistant
1. APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Councillor John Findlay.
2. CHARIMAN'S REMARKS
Councillor Alastair McKinlay and all the Members wished Councillor John Findlay a speedy recovery.
3. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest.
4. MINUTES OF MEETING OF 8 MARCH 2006
The minutes of the meeting of 8 March 2006 were approved.
Arising from Item 4 Councillor Currie asked if the issues at Bruichladdich Pier had been investigated . Peter Bain stated he would enquire and report back to a future meeting of the Area Committee.
Arising from item 5 Councillor Kelly asked if there had been any feedback from Chief Inspector Millar regarding the CCTV at Aqualibrium as the Kintyre Crime Prevention Panel are keen to pursue this. Sergeant Baillie confirmed she would check and it would be reported back to the next Area Committee.
Arising from Item 9 Councillor Kelly stated Colin Hossack had not yet supplied the information on Bengullian to Members. It was agreed Deirdre Forsyth would chase this up.
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Arising from item 11 it was noted that that this job has still not been advertised due to new procedures which are in place. It was agreed that Deirdre Forsyth would speak to Alison Debling, the Leadership Support Officer, to clarify this procedure.
5. MINUTES OF SITE INSPECTION OF 20 FEBRUARY 2006
The minutes of the Site Inspection of 20 February 2006 were approved.
6. MINUTES OF KINTYRE INITIATIVE WORKING GROUP OF 6 FEBRUARY 2006
The minutes of the Kintyre Initiative Working Group of 6 February 2006 were noted.
7. MINUTES OF MID ARGYLL PARTNERSHIP MEETING OF 21 FEBRUARY 2006
The minutes of the Mid Argyll Partnership meeting of 21 February 2006 were noted.
8. CALL MANAGEMENT - PRESENTATION BY STRATHCLYDE POLICE
Sergeant Baillie, Argyll and Bute Council’s Local Authority Liaison Officer, gave an interesting and informative presentation to the Committee about Strathclyde Police’s new call management system. She advised the Committee that if they receive queries from their constituents, they should pass them on to Strathclyde Police.
Decision
1. The Committee thanked Sergeant Baillie for the information on call management.
2. It was agreed that there would be a further report in a few months time.
(Reference – Verbal Report by Sergeant Marlene Baillie)
9. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
Councillor McAlpine informed the Group that at the meeting of the Roads Liaison Group with Argyll and Bute Council, Strathclyde Police and BEAR on 8 March 2006, it was agreed that Tarbert Road Crossing be taken off the agenda. He asked for a written explanation from the police as to why this has happened. Sergeant Baillie advised that Inspector Sutherland was the appropriate contact for this and agreed she will bring it to his attention.
Councillor Currie then asked Sergeant Baillie to advise the Chief Constable that the comments made by Jamie McGrigor MSP, that there should be a full time police presence on Colonsay, does not reflect the local views from Colonsay who consider such a presence to be unnecessary and a waste of money. Sergeant Baillie agreed to pass this on.
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10. PLANNING APPLICATIONS
The Committee considered and dealt with the applications for planning permission as detailed below.
065/00352/OUT Mr and Mrs J Brolly. Outline. Erection of two dwellings. Land east of Torbreck, Ford.
Decision
The Committee agreed that a PAN 41 hearing be held prior to the determination of the application, in view of the number of representations received. This hearing will be held on Tuesday 2 May 2006 at 2pm.
(Reference – Report by Head of Planning dated 22 March 2006, submitted).
11. DELEGATED DECISIONS
The Committee noted the decisions issued by the Director of Development Services dated 15 March 2006.
(Reference – Report by Director of Development Services dated 15 March 2006, submitted).
12. GRUINART FLATS SPECIAL PROTECTION AREA FOR BIRDS
The Scottish Executive has invited the Council to respond to a proposal to add an additional qualifying interest to a designated Special Protection Area for Birds as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) under the European Union Habitats Directive. The Council’s views are to be sent to Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) who are undertaking the consultation process, the results of which will be sent to the Scottish Ministers.
Decision
That the Council will not raise objections to the inclusion of an additional bird species as a qualifying interest in the existing Special Protection Area.
(Reference – Report by Head of Planning dated 22 March 2006, submitted).
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13. CAMPBELTOWN FLOODING
The Committee were informed of progress on issues affecting the Council which relate to Scottish Water’s ongoing sewerage infrastructure works in Campbeltown.
Decision
The Committee agreed:
1. To note the contents of the report.
2. To instruct the Head of Roads and Amenity Services to confirm with Scottish Water that there will be insufficient funding available to finance Low Askomil promenade option.
(Reference – Report by Head of Roads and Amenity Services dated 5 April 2006, submitted).
14. REVENUE AND CAPITAL ROADS BUDGET 2006/2007
The Committee considered a report containing the proposals for the Revenue and Capital budgets for the road network for 2006-2007.
Decision
The Committee noted the contents of the report.
(Reference – Report by Head of Roads and Amenity Services dated 5 April 2006, submitted).
15. PROPOSED FORTNIGHTLY DOMESTIC REFUSE COLLECTION TRIAL - ISLAY AND JURA
The Committee were informed members of a proposed fortnightly refuse collection trial on Islay and Jura. The principle for the trial areas was given approval at the Strategic Policy Committee on 19 January 2006 subject to reports to relevant Area Committee.
Decision
The Committee agreed:
1. To approve a proposed trial on Islay and Jura for a fortnightly general refuse collection service uplift alternating with garden waste uplift.
2. With the increased garden wate composting provision, the likely implementation at Gartbreck waste disposal facility of a pollution Prevention Control permit (PPC) and commercial misuse, the Port Ellen unmanned civic amenity skips be removed.
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3. That there should be discussions with the community on the implementation of the foregoing issues.
(Reference – Report by Director of Operational Services dated 17 March 2006, submitted).
16. SCOTTISH WATER INVESTMENT PROGRAMME
The Committee were updated on the ongoing discussion with Scottish Water in connection with their investment programme with regard to Quality and Standards Programme (Q&S) 3 and their Growth Programme with regard to Development Constraints.
Decision
1. The Area Committee endorsed the priorities contained in Appendix A, with the following amendment –
Keills to be “h1” since it is part of the same scheme as Ballygrant
2. It was agreed that Scottish Water should be asked what their levels of leakage are throughout the area, and whether these could be addressed in order to help to remove development constraints.
3. It was agreed that Scottish Water should be asked why Gigha, Craighouse and Minard are not included in Scottish Water’s priorities since they are already the subject of development constraints.
4. It was agreed that Scottish Water be asked whether the recent mains water connection to Defence Estates Machrihanish has added to the Campbeltown water supply constaints.
5. It was agreed that Scottish Water be asked to work with Council officers through a local network group.
(Reference – Report by Head of Planning dated 5 April 2006, submitted).
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Present: Councillor Alastair McKinlay (Chair)
Councillor Rory Colville Councillor Robin Currie Councillor Alison Hay Councillor Donald Kelly Councillor Donnie MacMillan Councillor Bruce Robertson
Attending: Deirdre Forsyth, Area Corporate Services Manager Peter Robertson, Chief Solicitor Inspector Dearie, Strathclyde Police
Applicant Elaine Munro
1. APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Councillors John Findlay and John McAlpine.
2. CORPORATE SERVICES
Civic Government Hearing Hearing to consider variation of Late Hours Catering Licence Elaine Munro, Hillview, 14 Kintyre Gardens, Campbeltown.
Councillor McKinlay welcomed everyone to the Hearing and explained the procedure. Elaine Munro holds a late hours catering licence, which permits her to trade between the hours of 11.00pm and 2.00am at the locations specified in the licence. She now seeks a variation to the licence so that she can continue to serve any customer who joined the queue at her van before 2.00am.
Evidence was led by Elaine Munro and Strathclyde Police.
Motion
That the conditions on the licence remain the same at 11.00pm to 2.00am.
Moved by Councillor McKinlay, seconded by Councillor Colville.
Amendment
That the licence be amended to allow the applicant to trade between the hours of 11.00pm and 2.30am.
Moved by Councillor Kelly, seconded by Councillor Currie.
Decision
1. The amendment was carried by 4 votes to 3.
2. That the licence be amended to allow the applicant to trade between the hours of 11.00pm and 2.30am.
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ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING
APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE & ISLAY AREA COMMITTEE AT THEIR MEETING ON 3 MAY 2006
1. 05/01530/OUT Mr G Campbell. Outline. Site for erection of dwellinghouse. Land at Lorgba, Port Charlotte, Isle of Islay.
Recommendation
That planning permission be refused for the reason set out in the report.
2. 06/00208/OUT Mr R Gilmour. Outline. Site for erection of dwellinghouse. Land at Quarry, East of Largiemore Farm, Kilkenzie, Campbeltown.
Recommendation
That outline planning permission be granted as a ‘minor departure’ to the provisions of the development plan, subject to the standard outline conditions and reasons and the conditions and reasons listed in the report.
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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Local Member - Cllr. Robin Currie PLANNING APPLICATION REPORT Date of Validity - 26th July 2005 MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY Committee Date - 2nd May 2006
Reference Number: 05/01530/OUT Applicants Name: Mr G. Campbell Application Type: Outline Planning Permission Application Description: Site for erection of dwellinghouse Location: Land at Lorgba, Port Charlotte, Isle of Islay
(A ) THE APPLICATION
(i) Development Requiring Express Planning Permission:
• Site for the erection of a dwellinghouse (details reserved); • Installation of septic tank and soakaway (details reserved).
(ii) Other Aspects of the Development:
• Water connection to be to existing public main.
(B) RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that planning permission should be refused for the reason set out in this report.
(C) DETERMINING ISSUES AND MATERIAL CONSIDERATIONS
This is a proposal for a dwelling to be situated on a bare land croft which is located approximately one kilometre to the north of Port Charlotte. Development plan policy and the Council’s ad hoc policy on croft land supports the development of croft houses on bare land crofts, provided that there are no adverse servicing or access constraints.
The site is accessed by a lengthy private way which emerges onto the public road between walls on either side. Visibility at this point is very deficient, being of the order of 50 metres in either direction whereas the Council’s normal standards would require 160 metres. As land on either side of the access is in separate ownerships to that of the applicant, and the applicant is unable to secure agreement to any improvement of either geometry or visibility at the access point, the Area Roads Engineer recommends that the application be refused on road safety grounds. With the exception of access considerations, the proposal is acceptable in other respects.
There are no other objections from consultees or third parties. Despite the Council’s support for the development of croft houses on croft land, the proposal does not accord with development plan policy insofar as a safe means of access cannot be achieved, and intensification of use of this sub-standard junction would be detrimental to the interests of road safety.
Angus J Gilmour Head of Planning 18th April 2006
Author: Peter Bain 01546 604082 Contact officer: Richard Kerr 01546 604080
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REASON FOR REFUSAL RELATIVE TO APPLICATION 05/01530/OUT
1. The proposal is for the erection of a dwelling on a bare land croft which is accessed via a private way from the A847. Visibillity at the junction of this private way with the public road is impaired by the presence of stone walls and vegetation on land outside the applicant’s control; with available visibility being of the order of 45 metres to the south and 60 metres to the north, whereas the Council’s normal standard for a derestricted road would require minimum visibility splays of 160 metres to be achievable in either direction. Additionally, there is insufficient land within the applicant’s control to enable the geometry of the junction to be improved sufficient to enable two vehicles to pass each other at the access point clear of the public road which would be desirable prior to any intensification of use of this access. The proposal therefore conflicts with Policy STRAT 4A of the Islay, Jura and Colonsay Local Plan (1st Review and Alteration) 1988, in that it would entail development in the countryside with inadequate servicing arrangements, involving the intensification of use of a sub-standard junction with a classified road, to the detriment of road safety.
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APPENDIX RELATIVE TO APPLICATION 05/01530/OUT
A. POLICY OVERVIEW
Argyll and Bute Structure Plan 2002
STRAT DC 5 – Development in Sensitive Countryside
A) Within Sensitive Countryside encouragement shall only be given to small scale infill, rounding-off, redevelopment and change of use of building development or to single dwellinghouses on bareland crofts or single additional dwellinghouses on individual crofts subject to consistency with STRAT AC 1 C).
B) In special cases …
C) Developments which do not accord with this policy are those outwith A) and B) above and those with incongruous siting, scale and design characteristics or resulting in unacceptable forms of ribbon development or settlement coalescence.
D) Developments are also subject to consistency with other policies of the Structure Plan and in the Local Plan.
STRAT AC 1 – Development in Support of Farms, Crofts and Estates
Subject to development being consistent with sustaining the key environmental features and the operational integrity of agricultural units, croft land and estate land, encouragement shall be given to:
C) The principle of a single dwellinghouse on appropriate sites on bareland crofts is supported by this Plan. On crofts with existing dwellinghouse(s), a single additional dwellinghouse accords with this policy subject to its occupation being for crofting purposes. In all cases, development which results in an undesirable break-up of crofts and croft land assets is not supported by this plan.
Islay, Jura and Colonsay Local Plan (1st Review and Alteration) 1988
STRAT 4 – A presumption in favour of single or small scale residential development in the countryside.
STRAT 4A – All proposals for single or small scale residential development in the countryside will be examined in terms of infrastructure and servicing implications and in scenic areas and coasts careful consideration will be given to the design, setting and scale of development.
Council ad hoc Croft House Policy 1998
Sets out a presumption in favour of building a house on a bareland croft.
Argyll and Bute Local Plan (Finalised Draft) 2005
P/DCZ 5 – Sensitive Countryside Areas and Boundaries - identifies the site as being within ‘sensitive countryside’ for the purposes of Structure Plan policy STRAT DC 5
Policy HO 1 – establishes situations in which there is a presumption in favour of housing development, including inter alia B.5 the development of a house on a bare land croft, subject to there not being any unacceptable servicing or access impact. However, this policy is currently subject to adverse representation which does not allow it to be a material consideration in respect of the current application. .
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B. OTHER MATERIAL CONSIDERATIONS
(i) Site History
There is no relevant planning history in respect of the current application site.
(ii) Consultations
• Highlands and Islands Airports (10.08.05) – No objections.
• RSPB (15.08.05) – No objections.
• SEPA (23.08.05) – No objections subject to a note to the applicant.
• Scottish Natural Heritage (29.08.05) – No objections.
• Area Roads Manager (08.09.05) – Recommends that the current application be refused on road safety grounds. The existing access arrangements onto the public highway are substandard with existing visibility splays allowing for 60m to the north and 45m to the south. It is the consideration of the Area Roads Manager that visibility splays of 215m are required in both directions are required in addition to an improvement to the geometry of the bellmouth. This cannot be achieved using land within the applicant’s control and therefore it is appropriate that permission be refused.
• West of Scotland Archaeology Service (28.10.05) – No objections subject to an identified area of archaeological interest within the croft being safeguarded from the impact of development.
• Crofters Commission (06.04.06) – No comments.
• Scottish Water – No response to date.
(iii) Publicity
The proposal has not required to be publicised. No letters of representation have been received to date.
(iv) Assessment
The application relates to a bareland croft located in the wider Islay countryside, within which the provisions of STRAT 4 and STRAT 4A of the adopted Islay, Jura and Colonsay Local Plan (1st review and alteration) 1988 set out a general presumption in favour of single and small scale residential development, subject to environmental, infrastructure and servicing implications.
In respect of the emergent ‘Argyll and Bute Local Plan’ (Finalised Draft) 2005, the application site is located within an area designated as ‘Sensitive Countryside’ wherein the provisions of policy STRAT DC 5 of the Argyll and Bute Structure Plan 2002 seeks to resist development of open countryside. It is noted that an exception may be made to this restriction where the application site relates to the erection of a dwelling on a bareland croft which meets the requirements set out under policy STRAT AC 1. No representations have been lodged in respect of the proposed designation of this land as ‘Sensitive Countryside’ as part of the local plan public consultation process, and it is therefore appropriate to give this aspect of emergent policy due weight in the determination of this application.
Locational/Operational Requirement:
The applicant has not submitted a specific claim of locational or operational need in respect of the current application. However, it is noted that the application site forms part of a bareland croft wherein there is, under the provisions of the Council’s ad hoc Croft House Policy and policy STRAT AC 1 of the Argyll and Bute Structure Plan 2002, a presumption in
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favour of the erection of a dwellinghouse to be occupied for crofting purposes. The applicant has indicated that he would be prepared to enter into a Section 75 Legal Agreement tying the proposed dwellinghouse to the remaining croft land. Such an agreement would be required in order to underpin the crofting justification for a development within an open countryside site in an area of ‘Sensitive Countryside’, and to prevent further croft sub- division and possible future claims for additional dwellings.
Economic Benefit:
None, other than that associated with construction.
Environmental Impact:
The application site is an open countryside site set back approximately 600m west of the public highway at the transition point between gently rising land and a steeper slope to the west. An existing single storey dwelling is located some 170m to the north west at the top of the steeper slope and a 1½ storey dwelling sits at a similar level on the slope (as the application site) some 140m to the south of the application site. The application site is open to view from the public highway to both the north east and south east. The application site is generally screened from view to the east by two existing dwellinghouses located either side of the junction of the private way which serves the site.
The application site is located within an area designated as ‘Sensitive Countryside’ in the emerging local plan which indicates that the capacity for further development in this area is constrained; the principle concern in this area being to prevent the coalescence of the settlements of Port Charlotte and Bruichladdich. It is considered that the erection of a single or 1½ storey dwellinghouse of traditional design and finishes would be consistent with the existing dispersed settlement pattern of the surrounding area and would not appear as either a prominent or incongruous feature within the existing landscape setting, also given the crofting justification for the development of this open countryside site, approval of the current application would not set a precedent for further development in this area of constrained capacity and as such would not significantly erode the area of ‘open’ countryside which separates the settlements of Port Charlotte and Bruichladdich.
Effect on the Conservation of Natural and Heritage Resources:
The application site is located within the Rinns of Islay SSSI and SPA area which is classified for its internationally important populations of chough, hen harrier, corncrake, Greenland white-fronted goose, Greenland barnacle goose, whooper swan and common scoter. Scottish Natural Heritage have advised that the current application is unlikely to significantly affect any qualifying feature either directly or indirectly and that there is scope for a housing site within the croft. European legislation requires that the Council should carry out an ‘appropriate assessment’ in respect of development sites within SPA’s. The absence of any objection to the proposal from Scottish Natural Heritage and from the RSPB on nature conservation grounds is material to such an assessment, and it is concluded that the SPA qualifying interests would not be prejudiced by the proposal. Scottish Natural Heritage has indicated its wish to be consulted in the case of any reserved matters application, when precise siting would enable their interests to be assessed further
The West of Scotland Archaeology Service advise that a site of archaeological interest is partly located within the boundaries of the croft. No objections are raised to the proposal provided that no development is undertaken within the identified area and that no development commences on site until such time as the identified area has been safeguarded from development activities by the erection of a fence. The affected area only relates to a small part of the croft and its preservation would not preclude development of a single dwelling.
Infrastructure and Servicing Implications:
The application site is served by an existing private way which serves four existing dwellinghouses. The Area Roads Manager has advised that the junction of the existing private way and the public highway is substandard in respect of both the access geometry and visibility afforded to drivers exiting onto the public highway and as such is not suitable to
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accommodate further development without being upgraded. At present, the visibility at the junction is severely affected by stone boundary walls and vegetation on private land on both sides of the junction. Visibility to the south is presently 45 metres and 60 metres to the north. The Area Roads Manager has specified that given likely traffic speeds on this stretch of road visibility splays of 160 metres in both directions are required; although it should be noted that standards actually prescribe 215 metres for derestricted roads. It is also considered desirable that intensification of the access point should involve alteration of the geometry of the junction to provide sufficient room for two vehicles to pass each other clear of the public road. This would avoid stationary vehicles having to stand on the public road waiting to turn right whilst another vehicle was travelling down the access towards the public road.
The provision of such junction improvements would require the setting back of the stone boundary walls on either side of the junction and would involve land in private ownership which is outwith the application site and outwith the control of the applicant. The applicant has indicated that the third parties with control over the land necessary to implement the required visibility improvements would not be amenable to the setting back of the existing boundary wall, and as such, the applicant is unable to provide any significant improvement to what is an existing dangerous access onto the public highway. The Area Roads Manager is of the view that it would not be appropriate to approve further development which would intensify the use of the existing substandard access and recommends that outline planning permission be refused for reasons of road safety.
Foul drainage would be to a new septic tank and soakaway (details reserved); water would be by connection to the public water main.
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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Local Member - Cllr. Donald Kelly PLANNING APPLICATION REPORT Date of Validity - 22nd August 2005 MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY Committee Date - 2nd November 2005
Reference Number: 06/00208/OUT Applicants Name: Mr R. Gilmour Application Type: Outline Planning Permission Application Description: Site for the erection of dwellinghouse Location: Land at Quarry, East of Largiemore Farm, Kilkenzie, Campbeltown
(A ) THE APPLICATION
(i) Development Requiring Express Planning Permission:
• Site for the erection of a dwellinghouse (details reserved); • Installation of septic tank and soakaway (details reserved); • Improvement of an existing vehicular access (details reserved). • Proposed private water supply (details reserved)
(B) RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that outline planning permission be granted as a ‘minor departure’ to the provisions of the development plan, subject to the standard outline conditions and reasons and the conditions and reasons listed in the report.
(C) DETERMINING ISSUES AND MATERIAL CONSIDERATIONS
This application seeks approval in principle for the development of a dwelling at Largiemore Farm to the north west of Kilkenzie, Campbeltown. The locality is subject to the Campeltown ‘Catchment Area’ established by Policy STRAT 4 of the adopted local plan, which removes the general presumption in favour of development in the open countryside.
The site now lies within a ‘rural opportunity area’ delineated by the 'Argyll & Bute Local Plan' (Finalised Draft) 2005. There are no objections to the disposition of ‘rural opportunity areas’ in Kintyre, nor are there objections to this application from consultees or third parties. It is therefore appropriate to grant permission as a ‘minor departure’ to the adopted plan, according weight to the more recent expression of Council policy given in the emergent plan.
Angus J Gilmour Head of Planning
18th April 2006
Author: Peter Bain 01546 604082 Contact officer: Richard Kerr 01546 604080
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CONDITIONS AND REASONS RELATIVE TO APPLICATION: 06/00208/OUT
4. Any details pursuant to Condition 1(a) above shall show a dwelling of local traditional design and finish which shall incorporate the following elements:- (i) The dwelling shall be single storey in height. (ii) The window openings shall have a strong vertical emphasis. (iii) The walls shall be finished in a recessive coloured wet dash render / smooth coursed cement render / natural stone. (iv) The roof shall be symmetrically pitched to at least 37 degrees and be finished in natural slate or a good quality substitute slate. (v) The building shall be of a general rectangular shape and gable ended. (vi) Any porches (which are encouraged in the design) shall have traditional "peaked" roofs. (vii) Details of the proposed finished floor level of the dwelling relative to an identifiable fixed datum located outwith the application site.
Reason: In the interests of visual amenity, to reflect/retain the vernacular building traditions of the area and the existing settlement pattern, and in order to protect the setting of a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
5. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) Order(s) 1992, (or any Order revoking and re-enacting that Order(s) with or without modifications), nothing in Article 3 of or Schedule 1 to that Order, shall operate so as to permit, within the area subject of this permission, any development referred to in Parts 1 and Classes 1,2 and 3, and in Part 2 and Classes 7 and 9 of the of the aforementioned Schedule 1, as summarised below:
PART 1: DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE CURTILAGE OF A DWELLINGHOUSE Class 1: The enlargement, improvement or other alteration of a dwellinghouse. Class 2: Any alteration including enlargement to the roof of a dwellinghouse. Class 3: The provision of any building or enclosure, swimming or other pool required for a purpose incidental to the enjoyment of the dwellinghouse or the maintenance, improvement or other alteration of such a building or enclosure.
PART 2: MINOR OPERATIONS Class 7: Gates, fences, walls and other means of enclosures. Class 9: Stone cleaning and exterior painting of any building work.
No such development shall be carried out at any time within these Parts and Classes without the express grant of planning permission.
Reason: To protect the area and the setting of a Scheduled Ancient Monument within the locality of the proposed dwellinghouse from unsympathetic siting and design of developments normally carried out without planning permission; these normally being permitted under Article 3 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) Order 1992.
6. Any details pursuant to Condition 1 above shall include details of a scheme of boundary treatment, surface treatment and landscaping works. Details of the scheme shall include:
• Location and design, including materials of any walls, fences and gates; • Surface treatment of means of access and hardstanding areas.
The dwellinghouse shall not be occupied until the approved boundary treatment, surface treatment works have been undertaken in accordance with the duly approved details.
Reason: To ensure the implementation of a satisfactory scheme of boundary, surface and landscape treatment required in order to protect the setting of a Scheduled Ancient Monument and to integrate the proposal with its surrounds.
7. Any details pursuant to Condition 1 above shall include the provision of parking and turning for two vehicles within the application site. Thereafter the required parking and turning arrangements shall be implemented in accordance with the duly approved details prior to the occupation of the dwellinghouse.
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Reason: In the interests of road safety.
8. No development shall commence on site until the first 5m of the private access serving the site from its junction with the public highway has been surfaced, to a specification to be agreed in writing in advance with the Area Roads Manager, to the satisfaction of the Council as Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of road safety.
9. Prior to the commencement of works on site investigations shall be carried out by a suitably qualified Environmental Consultant to investigate fully the extent and scope of ground contamination within the site, and a report addressing this issue shall be submitted for the approval of the Council as Planning Authority, in consultation with the Council’s Head of Public Protection. In the event that contamination is identified, then this report shall include details of remedial measures and disposal methods of the contaminated material which shall be removed in accordance with the methodology for doing so agreed in writing with the Council as Planning Authority to its satisfaction prior to the commencement of construction works on site.
Reason: In the interests of public health, as the site may be contaminated as it includes an area of made-up ground of unknown infill material and in order to ensure that any contamination is removed appropriately.
10. Prior to the development commencing a full appraisal to the satisfaction of the Council as Planning Authority of the quantity, quality and adequacy of the private water supply to serve the development, including the means to do it shall be carried out by a qualified hydrologist in consultation with the Council’s Head of Public Protection and the proposed works in relation to water provision shall first be agreed in writing by the Council as Planning Authority. Furthermore the development itself shall not be occupied until the required works have been provided to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of public health and in order to ensure that an adequate private water supply in terms of both quality and quantity can be provided to meet the requirements of the proposed development.
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APPENDIX RELATIVE TO APPLICATION: 05/01598/OUT
A. POLICY OVERVIEW
Argyll and Bute Structure Plan 2002
Policy STRAT DC 4 – Development in Rural Opportunity Areas – supports small scale development on suitable sites, which in terms of siting and design will visually integrate with the landscape and settlement pattern.
Policy STRAT DC 9 – Historic Environment and Development Control - affords protection to scheduled ancient monuments and their settings.
Kintyre Local Plan (1st Review and Alteration) 1988
Kintyre Settlement Strategy STRAT 4
A presumption in favour of single or small scale residential development in the countryside except: (i) in the Campbeltown and Tarbert Catchment Areas.
Kintyre Settlement Strategy STRAT 4A
All proposals for development in the Kintyre Countryside will be examined in terms of infrastructure and servicing implications and in scenic areas and coasts careful consideration will be given to the design, setting and scale of development. In addition in the areas covered by STRAT 4 (i) – (iii) proposals will require to be justified against the following criteria:
(i) locational/operational need; (ii) economic benefit; (iii) environmental impact; (iv) effect on conservation of natural and heritage resources; (v) sterilisation of natural resources; (vi) alternative policies and proposals contained in the Local Plan.
Policy BE 1A – affords protection to scheduled ancient monuments and their settings.
Argyll and Bute Local Plan (Finalised Draft) 2005
Policy HOU 1 – establishes a presumption in favour of small scale housing development in the rural opportunity areas established by P/DCZ 4
Policy ENV 16 – affords protection to scheduled ancient monuments and their settings.
Interim Development Control Policy Relating to roads and Private ways in Argll and Bute
POL TA 5 permits 1 or 2 additional dwellings off existing private ways subject to consideration of the need for any commensurate improvements of the existing means of access.
Planning Advice Note 72
Supports individual dwellings in the countryside which respect landscape character and settlement pattern and entail appropriate designs and materials.
B. OTHER MATERIAL CONSIDERATIONS
(i) Site History
None in respect of the current application site.
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(ii) Consultations
• HIAI (received 22.02.06) – No objections.
• Development Plans (20.02.06) - The application site lies within a proposed Rural Opportunity Area (ROA) identified in the Finalised Draft Local Plan. There have been no specific representations received in respect of this particular ROA or of the site itself.
• NATS (27.02.06) – No objections.
• Area Roads Manager (15.03.06) – No objections subject to conditions in respect of access geometry, visibility, and onsite parking and turning facilities.
• Area Environmental Health Manager (24.03.06) – No objections subject to conditions in respect of the investigation and remediation of contaminated land and also to ensure the adequacy of the proposed private water supply.
• Historic Scotland (31.03.06) – No objections subject to conditions in respect of siting, design and finishes of the proposed dwellinghouse and a restriction of ‘permitted development’ rights for the provision of additional outbuildings in order to minimise the impact of the development upon the setting of a nearby scheduled ancient monument.
• West of Scotland Archaeology Service (11.04.06) – No direct archaeological issues as the ground concerned has already been heavily disturbed by former quarrying operations. Concern is however raised in respect of the potential impact of the development upon the setting of a nearby scheduled ancient monument.
(iii) Publicity
The application has been advertised as a ‘potential departure’ to the provisions of the approved development plan, (closing date 17th March 2006). No letters of representation have been received.
C. ASSESSMENT
The site lies within the Campbeltown Catchment Area wherein the presumption in favour of single or small scale residential development in the countryside is removed. Within this area the provisions of STRAT 4 of the adopted ‘Kintyre Local Plan’ (1st review and alteration) 1988 seek to restrict development because of the incremental and cumulative effect of development on the environment.
In respect of the emergent ‘Argyll and Bute Local Plan’ (Finalised Draft) 2005 the application site is located within an area designated as ‘Rural Opportunity Area’. No specific representations have been lodged in respect of the proposed designation of this land as ‘Rural Opportunity Area’ as part of the local plan public consultation process, and it is therefore appropriate to give emergent policy due weight in the determination of this application. The provisions of STRAT DC 4 of the ‘’Argyll and Bute Structure Plan’ 2002 would support the principle small scale residential development on suitable sites within a ‘Rural Opportunity Area’.
Locational/Operational Need:
The applicant has not submitted any claim of locational or operational need in respect of the current proposal.
Economic Benefit:
None, other than construction.
Environmental Impact:
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The application relates to a 0.1ha former quarry site located within the wider Kintyre countryside to the north west of the settlement of Kilkenzie. The application site itself lies in a depression, which is currently waste ground, immediately in front of the old quarry at Largiemore. The land to the north of the site rises steeply to the site of an old fort which is a scheduled ancient monument. The application site is elevated above the land to the south which is lower lying, undulating agricultural land over which the site shall be visible from Kilkenzie and the A83 public highway; from these views however a development on the application site shall relate to the siting of Largiemore Farm, a linear grouping comprised of a farmhouse and agricultural buildings approximatley 200m to the west, and which is located at a similar level on the hillside as the application site. The existing settlement pattern within the surrounding landscape setting comprises traditional farm clusters, dispersed single and small groups of dwellinghouses and the settlement of Kilkenzie. It is considered that the erection of a single dwellinghouse of an appropriate traditional design and finishes at this location on the lower hillside would be in keeping with the existing settlement pattern and would not result in a prominent or incongruous feature within the wider landscape setting.
Effect on the Conservation of Natural and Heritage Resources:
The application site lies some 150m south of the site of a former fort which is designated as a scheduled ancient monument. Historic Scotland have advised that the proposed dwellinghouse would not have a direct impact upon the scheduled area, however, it is noted that the development could potentially impact upon the setting of the scheduled site which at present, in views from the approach along the farm track, are wide open and uninterrupted by modern development with the exception of the former quarry site. Historic Scotland have advised that, given the proposed location of the dwellinghouse in a depression immediately in front of the former quarry site, a low and unobtrusive structure of appropriately traditional design and materials would be unlikely to have a significant adverse impact upon the setting of the scheduled site, and may be considered as consistent with the provisions of STRAT DC 9 and POL BE 1A of the Development Plan.
There are no known constraints in respect of natural heritage resources.
Sterilisation of Natural Resources:
None.
Infrastructure and Servicing Implications:
Access to the site is to be via an existing private way. The Area Roads Manager has not raised any objections to the proposal subject to the provision of parking and turning for two vehicles within the application site and for a minor improvement to the surface of the junction of the private road and public highway where surface water and debris are presently being deposited from the private access onto the public highway. Whilst this area of land is outwith the application site and the applicants specific ownership it is the consideration of the Planning Department that this minor matter may be adequately addressed by imposition of a suspensive planning condition.
Foul drainage is to be to a new septic tank and soakaway (details reserved); water is to be by connection to a proposed private water supply (details reserved). The Area Environmental Health Manager has not raised any objections subject to the imposition of a planning condition to ensure the adequacy of the proposed private water supply. It is further advised that given the former quarry use of the site that planning conditions in respect of the investigation and, if necessary, remediation of contaminated land also be imposed on any grant of planning permission.
D. REASONED JUSTIFICATION FOR DEPARTURE TO THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN
The proposal does not conform with the provisions of the adopted Kintyre Local Plan 1984 & First Review 1988, insofar as the development lies within the ‘Campbeltown Catchment Area’ defined by Policy STRAT 4, which removes the presumption in favour of small scale development in the countryside. This plan is now substantially out of date and the policy position is under review as part of the preparation of the 'Argyll & Bute Local Plan'. The Finalised Draft of the emergent plan identifies the site as falling within a ‘rural opportunity area’ within which small scale development opportunities may be found. The draft plan has been the subject of public consultation and there are no objections to the principle of, or the intended disposition of, ‘rural opportunity areas’ in
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Kintyre. With this in mind, it is appropriate to accord weight to this most recent expression of Council policy in preference to the outdated provisions of the adopted plan. The proposal satisfies the advice given in the government’s Planning Advice Note 72 in that it secures an acceptable relationship with its surroundings and does not have an adverse impact upon landscape character.
D. CONSIDERATION OF THE NEED FOR A PAN 41 HEARING
Planning Advice Note 41 recommends that Planning Authorities intending to make decisions which would represent departures from the provisions of an adopted development plan, in cases where applications are the subject of objections, should give consideration as to whether it is appropriate to hold a local hearing in advance of making any determination. It is the Council’s practice to follow this advice, however, there have been no representations from the public in respect of the current application and it is therefore advised that it would not be necessary to hold a PAN 41 hearing prior to the determination of this application.
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This page is intentionally left blank Page 29 Argyll and Bute Council Agenda Item 8 Development Services TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING DELEGATED DECISIONS SINCE LAST COMMITTEE MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY
Application Types: ADV App.for Advertisement Consent, ART4 App. Required by ARTICLE 4 Dir, CLAWUApp. for Cert. of Law Use/Dev. (Existing), CLWP App. for Cert. of Law Use/Dev. (Proposed), COU App. for Change of Use Consent, CPD Council Permitted Dev Consultation, DET App. for Detailed Consent, FDP Forest Design Plan Consultation, FELLIC Felling Licence Consultation, GDCON Government Dept. Consultation, HAZCON App. for Hazardous Substances Consent, HYDRO Hydro Board Consultation, LIB Listed Building Consent, LIBECC App. for Consent for ecclesiastical building, MFF Marine Fish Farm Consultation, MIN App. for Mineral Consent, NID Not. of intent to develop app., NMA Not. for Non-Materail Amnt, OUT App. for Permission in Principal, PNAGRI Prior Not. Agriculture, PNDEM Prior Not. Demolition, PNELEC Prior Not. Electricity, PNFOR Prior Not. Forestry, PNGAS Prior Not. Gas Supplier, PREAPP Pre App. Enquiry, REM App. of Reserved Matters, TELNOT Telecoms Notification, TPO Tree Preservation Order, VARCON App. for Variation of Condition(s), WGS Woodland Grant Scheme Consultation
Decision Types PER Approved WDN Withdrawn NOO No Objections AAR Application Required CGR Certificate Granted OBR Objections Raised PDD Permitted Development PRE Permission Required NRR New App. Required
12 April 2006 Page 1 of 6 Page 30 Argyll and Bute Council Development Services TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING DELEGATED DECISIONS SINCE LAST COMMITTEE MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY
App No Applicant name, address and proposal Valid date Decision date Decision
06/00564/CPD Argyll And Bute Council 17/03/2006 31/03/2006 PDD
An Cala Childrens Home 21-22 High Bank Park Lochgilphead Argyll And Bute PA31 8NL Alterations to Social Work Offices
06/00545/NMA Flora Hutton 15/03/2006 22/03/2006 NOO
Land East Of 6 Campbell Place Portnahaven Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute Non-material amendment to Planning Consent 03/00709/DET deletion of garage/carport, dwelling of reduced floor area and amended window/door openings
06/00492/NMA Ardtalla Estates 09/03/2006 23/03/2006 NOO
Ardmore House Kildalton Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA42 7EF Non-material amendment to Planning Consent 05/02141/COU - amended dormer design
06/00485/NMA Mr And Mrs Ainsworth 07/03/2006 28/03/2006 NOO
Site 1 Kennacraig Farm Whitehouse Argyll And Bute
Non-material amendment relating to 04/01584/DET - Substitution of approved conservatory with proposed sunroom
06/00460/PNAGRI Robert Turner 03/03/2006 28/03/2006 NOO
Strath Farm Chiskan Road Campbeltown Argyll And Bute PA28 6PN Erection of cattle handling facilities
06/00441/PNAGRI D And J. Murphy 01/03/2006 11/04/2006 PER
Site North West Of Emerivale Cottage Imeraval Port Ellen Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA44 7PX Erection of steel framed and clad agricultural shed
06/00398/PNELEC SSE Telecom 24/02/2006 17/03/2006 NOO
Tangy Wind Farm Kilkenzie Argyll And Bute
Installation of 1.95m UHF twelve element Yagi and two satellite dishes
06/00386/DET D Clark 23/02/2006 23/03/2006 PER
George Hotel Main Street East Inveraray Argyll And Bute PA32 8TT Covered external smoking area
12 April 2006 Page 2 of 6 Page 31 Argyll and Bute Council Development Services TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING DELEGATED DECISIONS SINCE LAST COMMITTEE MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY
App No Applicant name, address and proposal Valid date Decision date Decision
06/00382/DET Mr And Mrs Bannatyne 23/02/2006
1 Fort Argyll Road Campbeltown Argyll And Bute PA28 6SN
Erection of conservatory to rear of dwelling house
06/00371/LIB Port Charlotte Homes Ltd 22/02/2006
Port Charlotte Village Hall School Street Port Charlotte Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA48 7TW Conversion of vacant village hall into three residential units - amended window specifications to previously approved details.
06/00351/DET Mr And Mrs MacAffer 20/02/2006 23/03/2006 PER
48 Frederick Crescent Port Ellen Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA42 7DJ Erection of conservatory to rear of dwelling
06/00348/COU Wilma MacKenzie 20/02/2006 20/03/2006 PER
Ground Floor Store Bon Accord Harbour Street Tarbert Argyll And Bute PA29 6UD Change of use from fish packing to gallery/engraving workshop
06/00346/DET Mr And Mrs Wm McFarlane 06/03/2006 10/04/2006 PER
2 Mulindry Cottages Glen Road Bridgend Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA44 7PZ Extension of and alterations to dwellinghouse
06/00313/DET John Dyson 24/02/2006 24/03/2006 PER
Cala Grianach Cove Campbeltown Road Tarbert Argyll And Bute PA29 6TX Erection of extension and re-siting of gas tank
06/00311/COU Simon Osborne 13/02/2006 10/04/2006 PER
Land Adjacent To Stanalane Moss Road Bowmore Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute Temporaray site compound for the construction of proposed Waste Water Treatment Works
06/00264/DET Blair And Margaret Rozga 08/02/2006 06/04/2006 PER
Land North East Of Upper Kilmeny Farm Ballygrant Isle Of Islay Erection of holiday letting cottage
12 April 2006 Page 3 of 6 Page 32 Argyll and Bute Council Development Services TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING DELEGATED DECISIONS SINCE LAST COMMITTEE MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY
App No Applicant name, address and proposal Valid date Decision date Decision
06/00248/OUT Ian Robertson And Catriona Ross 07/02/2006 20/03/2006 PER
Garden Ground, Gortonronoch Farm Lochgair Lochgilphead Argyll PA31 8SB Erection of dwelling house, installation of septic tank and improvement of junction with A83(T)
06/00225/WGS Forestry Commission Scotland 27/01/2006 29/03/2006 NOO
Inveraray Estate Woodland Inveraray Argyll
Forestry Design Plan
06/00209/COU Catherine Ralston 01/02/2006 20/03/2006 PER
Rhoin Farm Campbeltown Argyll PA28 6NT
Intensification of exsting use as craft shop/workshop to include office accommodation.
06/00185/NMA Mrs GillianMcAllister 30/01/2006 17/03/2006 NOO
Plot 1 Land 200m South West Of Auchencorvie Cottages Campbeltown Argyll Non-material amendment to 05/01860/DET - to vary the site boundaries following a drafting error in the originally approved plans
06/00177/OUT Mr And Mrs Twinn 27/01/2006 30/03/2006 PER
Plot 2 Torran Farm Ford Lochgilphead Argyll
Erection of dwelling house
06/00164/LIB Mr And Mrs J. Paton 25/01/2006 05/04/2006 PER
Lower Flat Seabank, Askomil Road, Campbeltown Argyll PA28 6EP Internal alterations to existing en-suite
06/00151/COU Mathew Rosier -Tucker 24/01/2006 10/04/2006
Mobile Snack Unit Next To Bowmore Hall Jamieson Street Bowmore Isle Of Islay Use of land for the siting of a mobile hot food catering unit
06/00146/DET Tarbert Loch Fyne Yacht Club 21/02/2006 24/03/2006 PER
Tarbert Lochfyne Yacht Club Pier Road Tarbert Argyll
Alteration and refurbishment of yacht club building and site
12 April 2006 Page 4 of 6 Page 33 Argyll and Bute Council Development Services TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING DELEGATED DECISIONS SINCE LAST COMMITTEE MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY
App No Applicant name, address and proposal Valid date Decision date Decision
06/00116/DET Angus MacKinnon 06/02/2006 28/03/2006 PER
Land South East Of Bay Lodge The Oa Port Ellen Isle Of Islay Erection of dwelling house
06/00100/LIB British Waterways Scotland 18/01/2006 20/03/2006 PER
Oakfield Bridge Store Lochgilphead Argyll
Proposed demolition of storage shed
06/00066/OUT Mr G. Black 13/01/2006 10/04/2006 PER
Land Adjacent To Achnaglach Cottage Campbeltown Road Tarbert Argyll PA29 6SX Erection of a dwelling house
05/02566/OUT Mr Malcolm Kirk 22/12/2005 29/03/2006 PER
Plot 12S Craobh Haven Lochgilphead Argyll PA31 8UA
Site for the erection of a dwelling with garage
05/02388/DET Ms M MacDonald 30/11/2005 17/03/2006 PER
2 Main Street Port Wemyss Portnahaven Isle Of Islay PA47 7SR Extension to existing dwelling
05/02324/OUT Gilbert And Sheena E. Stevenson 29/11/2005 20/03/2006 PER
Land South Of Ballivicar Farm Port Ellen Isle Of Islay PA42 7DB Erection of dwelling house and installation of septic tank
05/02318/DET Mr And Mrs Pettit 06/01/2006 29/03/2006 PER
Conisby Farm House And Barns Bruichladdich Isle Of Islay
Conversion of barn to create extension to dwelling house including alterations to existing dwelling house
05/02303/DET Ewan And Charlotte Brown 25/11/2005 06/04/2006 PER
33 And 34 Bay View Port Wemyss Portnahaven Isle Of Islay
Subdivision of dwelling house to form two dwelling houses
12 April 2006 Page 5 of 6 Page 34 Argyll and Bute Council Development Services TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING DELEGATED DECISIONS SINCE LAST COMMITTEE MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY
App No Applicant name, address and proposal Valid date Decision date Decision
05/02250/COU Miss A Clements 07/11/2005 10/04/2006 PER
Corranbeag Steadings Ardfern Lochgilphead Argyll PA31 8QN
Change of use from redundant steading to dwelling
05/01984/DET Mr And Mrs Brass 28/09/2005 30/03/2006 PER
Land North West Of Barmolloch Farm Kilmichael Glassary Lochgilphead Argyll Erection of dwelling house, garage and siting of a septic tank
05/01883/DET Strathclyde Police Board 13/09/2005 10/04/2006 PER
Police Station Frederick Crescent Port Ellen Isle Of Islay PA42 7BD Alterations and extension to police office
05/01858/LIB Mr Colin Lindsay-MacDougall 09/09/2005 03/04/2006 PER
Lunga House Ardfern Lochgilphead Argyll PA31 8QR
Installation of fire escape door from drawing room
05/01829/DET Mr And Mrs J. Davidson 05/09/2005 22/03/2006 PER
Land Between Somerled And Kerridail Kilmichael Glassary Lochgilphead Argyll Erection of dwelling house
12 April 2006 Page 6 of 6 Page 35 Argyll and Bute Council Development Services BUILDING STANDARDS DELEGATED DECISIONS SINCE LAST COMMITTEE
CASENO APPLICANT NAME/PROPOSAL RECEIVED VETTED DECISION DECISION AND SITE ADDRESS DATE DATE
02/00991/ERD/B Doctor Charlotte Gilhooly 26/01/2006 31/01/2006 24/03/2006 WARAPP
Land East Of Leamnamuic Whitehouse Tarbert Argyll
Erection of dwelling house - amendment to warrant 02/00991/ERD granted 30th October 2002 - alteration to drainage layouts and treatment plant locations and layout and elevations as built
03/00413/ERD/D M And K MacLeod 29/04/2005 08/03/2006 16/03/2006 WARAPP
Land South Of Tyanna Tayvallich Lochgilphead Argyll
Erection of 6 houses - amendment to warrant reference 03/00413/ERDgranted 24th April 2003 - amendment required - change from solid floor to beam and block floor to plot 3
03/01016/COU/A Andrew McIntyre 02/09/2005 06/09/2005 28/03/2006 WARAPP
Drimlee Inveraray Argyll PA32 8XH
Change of use of barn to axillary accommodation plus installation of a floor in existing building - Amendment to Warrant 03/01016/COU granted 24/06/03 - alteration to floor construction to timber floating floor.
04/00180/ERD/A Mr And Mrs Chadwick 17/06/2005 23/06/2005 28/03/2006 WARAPP
Land At Colnatarun, Upper Kilchattan Isle Of Colonsay
Erection of dwelling house - Amendment to warrant 04/00180/ERD granted 13/07/05 - balcony and over hang at door altered, flat ceiling added
04/00376/ALT/A Marjorie Brown 21/03/2006 28/03/2006 29/03/2006 WARAPP
Killean Place George Street Campbeltown Argyll PA28 6EJ Replacement windows and provision of bathrooms - amendment to warrant reference 04/00376/ALT granted 05/04/04 - bath and shower position reversed, partition wall in kitchen to form cupboard alcove
04/00668/ALT/A Islay Estates Co 24/01/2006 07/02/2006 05/04/2006 WARAPP
Bridgend Hotel Bridgend Isle Of Islay PA44 7PJ
Internal alterations to give disabled person access to first floor level and to bar toilet facilities - amendment to warrant reference 04/00668/ALT granted 16/07/04 -proposed passageway from public bar to lounge bar
WARAPP=Building Warrant Approved WARREF=Building Warrant Refused WARWIT=Building Warrant Withdrawn COMF=Letter of Comfort issued COMFR=Letter of Comfort refused EXEMPT=Exempt Building Warrant LOCWIT= Letter of Comfort withdrawn SUPERS=Superceded by new Building 12 April 2006 Page 1 of 7 Page 36 Argyll and Bute Council Development Services BUILDING STANDARDS DELEGATED DECISIONS SINCE LAST COMMITTEE
CASENO APPLICANT NAME/PROPOSAL RECEIVED VETTED DECISION DECISION AND SITE ADDRESS DATE DATE
04/00901/ALT/A Vestas - Celtic Wind Technolohy 16/06/2005 12/07/2005 11/04/2006 WARAPP
Vestas - Celtic Wind Technology RAF Machrihanish Campbeltown Argyll PA28 6NU Alterations to tower building - Amendment to 04/00901/ALT granted on 18.06.04 - formation of lobby/locker room, formation of fire door
04/01082/ERD/F M And K Macleod Ltd 29/04/2005 27/03/2006 28/03/2006 WARAPP
Land North West Of Fernoch Crescent Fernoch Crescent Lochgilphead Argyll Erection of 10 dwelling houses - amendment to warrant reference 04/01082/ERD granted 20/01/05 - re-route ground floor mechanical extract to terminate at roof vent to rear elevation
04/01817/AOW Rodger Clark 13/09/2004 16/09/2004 29/03/2006 WARAPP
Craigard Low Askomil Road Campbeltown Argyll PA28 6EP Proposed bedroom extension and alterations to east wing - Amendment to 03/01429/ALT granted on 5/12/03 - layout as built
04/01858/ERD/A Mr And Mrs G Casey 29/04/2005 07/03/2006 31/03/2006 WARAPP
Plot 750m South East Of McGinty Yard Cairnbaan Lochgilphead Argyll Erection of a 6apt timber framed single storey dwelling house - amendment to reference 04/01858/ERD granted 14th April 2005 - amendments required remove chimney and fireplace from lounge, remove electric total control heating and add oil fired central heating. Re-position sink unit and cooker.
04/01878/ERD/C Fyne Homes Ltd 13/03/2006 16/03/2006 16/03/2006 WARAPP
Land South Of Gigha Parish Church (North Site) And Land North Of High Row (south Site) Ardminish Isle Of Erection of 18 new housing units - amendment to Staged warrant 05/00168/STG granted 30th March 2005 (superstructure and drainage) - minor amendments to blocks 1-5 including meter boxes to porch, living room doors, bedroom windows, layout as built
04/01878/ERD/D Fyne Homes Ltd 13/03/2006 16/03/2006 16/03/2006 WARAPP
Land South Of Gigha Parish Church (North Site) And Land North Of High Row (south Site) Ardminish Isle Of Erection of 18 new housing units, access roads and associated drainage - amendment to warrant 04/01878/ERD granted 24th December 2004 - amendment to drainage block 3 and parking block 4/5
WARAPP=Building Warrant Approved WARREF=Building Warrant Refused WARWIT=Building Warrant Withdrawn COMF=Letter of Comfort issued COMFR=Letter of Comfort refused EXEMPT=Exempt Building Warrant LOCWIT= Letter of Comfort withdrawn SUPERS=Superceded by new Building 12 April 2006 Page 2 of 7 Page 37 Argyll and Bute Council Development Services BUILDING STANDARDS DELEGATED DECISIONS SINCE LAST COMMITTEE
CASENO APPLICANT NAME/PROPOSAL RECEIVED VETTED DECISION DECISION AND SITE ADDRESS DATE DATE
04/01878/ERD/E Fyne Homes Ltd 29/04/2005 27/03/2006 28/03/2006 WARAPP
Land South Of Gigha Parish Church (North Site) And Land North Of High Row (south Site) Ardminish Isle Of Erection of 18 new housing units - Stage 1- access roads and associated drainage - amendment to warrant reference 04/01878/ERD granted 24/12/04 - amend foul drainage to block 3
04/01895/ALT/A Mr And Mrs S Turner 28/02/2006 01/03/2006 28/03/2006 WARAPP
Alderica Kilmichael Glassary Lochgilphead Argyll PA31 8QA Alterations to form new roof with attic bedrooms - amendment to warrant 04/01895/ALT granted 9th November 2004 - relocation of one dormer; two additional velux windows and minor internal alterations (extractor fan)
04/02087/ERD/A Mr And Mrs MacMillan 15/02/2006 16/03/2006 07/04/2006 WARAPP
Land At Conabus Valley Port Ellen Isle Of Islay
Erection of a house and garage - amendment to warrant 04/02087/ERD granted 30th March 2005 - internal alterations and additional MH and patio
04/02127/ERD Angus MacKinnon 03/11/2004 30/11/2004 30/03/2006 WARAPP
Land South East Of Bay Lodge The Oa Port Ellen Isle Of Islay Erection of dwelling house
04/02514/EXT/A Argyll And Bute Council 06/02/2006 08/02/2006 30/03/2006 WARAPP
Furnace Primary School Furnace Inveraray Argyll
Alterations to school to form new disabled persons access and toilet facilities and extension to form foyer - amendment to warrant reference 04/02514/EXT granted 07/11/05 - amendments required - change in step and ramp arrangement to hall, entrance and storage rooms, and omitting ramp to classroom 1. Omitting new foyer and storage to head teachers room. With reduction of new doors and windows and new drainage layout. 05/01196/ERECDW/ M And K Macleod Ltd 01/03/2006 02/03/2006 11/04/2006 WARAPP
Phase 6 Baddens Lochgilphead Argyll
Erection of 12 new dwelling houses- Stage II - Superstructure and all other associated works
WARAPP=Building Warrant Approved WARREF=Building Warrant Refused WARWIT=Building Warrant Withdrawn COMF=Letter of Comfort issued COMFR=Letter of Comfort refused EXEMPT=Exempt Building Warrant LOCWIT= Letter of Comfort withdrawn SUPERS=Superceded by new Building 12 April 2006 Page 3 of 7 Page 38 Argyll and Bute Council Development Services BUILDING STANDARDS DELEGATED DECISIONS SINCE LAST COMMITTEE
CASENO APPLICANT NAME/PROPOSAL RECEIVED VETTED DECISION DECISION AND SITE ADDRESS DATE DATE
05/01472/ALTEXT Mr And Mrs Alistair Geddes 27/09/2005 28/09/2005 10/04/2006 WARAPP
11 Duntrune Place Kilmory Lochgilphead Argyll PA31 8TT Extension to dwelling house to form new bedroom and internal alterations to form new bathroom and open plan kitchen
05/01637/CONV01/A Ardtalla Estates Ltd 03/03/2006 16/03/2006 31/03/2006 WARAPP
Ardmore House Kildalton Port Ellen Isle Of Islay PA42 7EF Change of use of garage and store to form a 3 apartment dwelling house - amendment to warrant 05/01637/OCONV01 granted 21st December 2005 - alter double pitch dormers to single pitched roof, delete ground floor toilet and provide first floor bathroom WC activity space
05/01679/MULTIP Mr And Mrs Pettit 17/11/2005 05/12/2005 17/03/2006 WARAPP
Conisby Farm House And Barns Bruichladdich Isle Of Islay Upgrading existing dwelling and conversion of farm buildings to extend dwelling
05/01749/ERECDW Mr & Mrs S Gill 08/12/2005 15/12/2005 11/04/2006 WARAPP
Site Adjacent To Woodford Ford Lochgilphead Argyll
Erection of single storey timber framed 8 apartment dwelling house and detached garage.
05/01801/MULTIP Argyll And Bute Council 22/12/2005 30/12/2005 20/03/2006 WARAPP
Eventide Home Gortonvogie Road Bowmore Isle Of Islay PA43 7JB Extension to create 3 bedrooms, 2 en-suite shower rooms, access corridor and alterations to existing bedroom to create en-suite shower room
06/00059/ALTER David Rankin 16/01/2006 19/01/2006 16/03/2006 WARAPP
Monamore, Ferry Road, Tayinloan, Tarbert Ferry Road Tayinloan Tarbert Argyll PA29 6XQ Alter and upgrade house including moving internal partitions, enlarged windows, deck, strucural enhancements, shower room etc
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CASENO APPLICANT NAME/PROPOSAL RECEIVED VETTED DECISION DECISION AND SITE ADDRESS DATE DATE
06/00075/ALTER Mr And Mrs K Butler 20/01/2006 24/01/2006 31/03/2006 WARAPP
Columba Hotel Pier Road Tarbert Argyll PA29 6UF
Proposed removal of internal non-loadbearing walls to reduce the number of bedrooms from 11 no. to 9 no. including alterations to en-suite positions and numbers
06/00078/ALTEXT Mr And Mrs Goldsworthy 20/01/2006 24/01/2006 28/03/2006 WARAPP
Ingleside Big Brae Tarbert Argyll PA29 6UQ
Alteration and extension to dwelling to form new glazed elevation, new en-suite and block up door to utility amd rear elevation
06/00162/ERECDW Douglas McGavin And Janet Thorpe 09/02/2006 13/02/2006 20/03/2006 WARAPP
Land Adjacent To Don Donuill Crinan Lochgilphead Argyll PA31 8SW Erection of 1 and 1/2 storey traditional built 4 apartment dwelling house and associated biodisc treatment plant
06/00183/ALTER Argyll And Bute Council 14/02/2006 28/02/2006 23/03/2006 WARAPP
Islay High School School Street Bowmore Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA43 7LS Conversion of classroom and multi-craft construction workshop and technicians office into salon, create new technicians office and form 2 new exits one with ramp and one with steps and external storage bay (brick)
06/00249/ERECT Tarbert Harbour Authority 28/02/2006 01/03/2006 03/04/2006 WARAPP
Land Adjacent To Public Convenience At Pontoons Garval Road Tarbert Argyll And Bute PA29 6UD Erection of a portacabin office adjacent to toilet/shower block
06/00251/ALTER Argyll And Bute Council 01/03/2006 09/03/2006 05/04/2006 WARAPP
Public Convenience Lochnell Street Lochgilphead Argyll And Bute Alterations to refurbish and upgrade facilities.
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CASENO APPLICANT NAME/PROPOSAL RECEIVED VETTED DECISION DECISION AND SITE ADDRESS DATE DATE
06/00267/ALTER Mrs B Low 02/03/2006 08/03/2006 16/03/2006 WARAPP
18 Kilduskland Drive Ardrishaig Argyll And Bute PA30 8HS Alteration to dining room window to form French doors
06/00268/ALTER McLennon And Ford 02/03/2006 09/03/2006 28/03/2006 WARAPP
4 Achnamara Achnamara Argyll And Bute PA31 8PU
Alterations to rear elevation to form French doors
06/00270/ALTER Mrs Watt 02/03/2006 07/03/2006 03/04/2006 WARAPP
24 Dun Mor Avenue Lochgilphead Argyll And Bute PA31 8TP Alterations to subdivide living/dining room and form French doors from rear window
06/00283/ALTEXT Mr And Mrs McGinty 06/03/2006 13/03/2006 24/03/2006 WARAPP
House Plot 750m South East Of Mcginty Yard Lochgilphead Argyll And Bute Single storey extension to form un-heated conservatory and form doorway access from lounge.
06/00286/ALTER Catherine Woodrow 07/03/2006 08/03/2006 23/03/2006 WARAPP
Caladh Sona Jamieson Street Bowmore Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA43 7HL Alterations to form en-suite shower room in bedroom first right of the first floor
06/00301/EXTEND Mr David Paterson 09/03/2006 23/03/2006 07/04/2006 WARAPP
Bridgend Cottage Campbeltown Argyll And Bute PA28 6PH Single storey rear extension to form a conservatory
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CASENO APPLICANT NAME/PROPOSAL RECEIVED VETTED DECISION DECISION AND SITE ADDRESS DATE DATE
06/00309/ALTEXT Mr And Mrs D Barker 10/03/2006 21/03/2006 07/04/2006 WARAPP
Barfad Farm Tarbert Argyll And Bute PA29 6YH
Alterations and extension to form ground floor bathroom and kitchen, new shower room and dormers to upper floor
06/00315/ALTER Argyll And Bute Council 13/03/2006 28/03/2006 07/04/2006 WARAPP
Bowmore Primary School Flora Street Bowmore Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA43 7JX Alterations to janitors office and store to create waiting area and janitors office, form disabled toilet in existing toilet and widen existing doors into corridor and staff, fit new entrance door and lobby
06/00341/ERECT David Hough 17/03/2006 27/03/2006 31/03/2006 WARAPP
Land South West Of Corputechan Farm Bellochantuy Argyll And Bute Installation of septic tank and soakaway including connection for temporaray caravan
06/00359/MULTIP Mr John Morrison 21/03/2006 29/03/2006 31/03/2006 WARAPP
Unit 16 Site 6/7 Kilmory Industrial Estate Lochgilphead Argyll And Bute PA31 8RR Internal alteration to factory unit to form cutting room, delivery area and work room and erection of a 1250 litres bonded oil storage tank
06/00370/EXTEND Mr D Clark 22/03/2006 28/03/2006 28/03/2006 WARAPP
George Hotel Main Street East Inveraray Argyll And Bute PA32 8TT Extension to form smoking area enclosure
06/00416/ALTER Mr And Mrs Stewart Robertson 29/03/2006 31/03/2006 31/03/2006 WARAPP
Dunmore House Dunmore Argyll And Bute PA29 6XZ
Alterations to provide new foundations and steelwork to allow masonry stabilisation prior to redevelopment of tower
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ARGYLL & BUTE COUNCIL MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY AREA COMMITTEE
CORPORATE SERVICES 3 MAY 2006
MULTI-USE BUILDING ON GIGHA
1. SUMMARY
1.1 This report describes a proposal to investigate the provision of a multi use Servicepoint building near the ferry slip on Gigha.
2. RECOMMENDATION
2.1 The area committee approves the proposal and supports officers investigations into funding opportunities.
3. BACKGROUND
3.1 The public conveniences owned by the council at Gigha slip are in poor condition and housed in temporary buildings. The council has provided a video conferencing facility for Gigha but they are not in a suitable site.
3.2 The Marine and Coastguard Agency [MCA] approached the council to discuss a shared building which could house toilets and storage for their equipment which they will have to move from its existing site in the near future. Strathclyde Police have also asked the council if there was a place where they could site a cell and have use of an office.
3.3 Gigha Heritage Trust are currently using one of the AIE craft units near the hotel, but have for some time thought that an office near the slip would be a better site for them especially for the provision of information to visitors.
3.4 Fyne Homes now have 10 occupied houses and another 8 due to be completed in summer 2006. They require to consider where best to manage these houses from. Gigha Heritage Trust also need to provide an office for housing management purposes. ACHA will soon be the residual landlord of a few houses on Gigha too and all three organisations may consider a joint housing management post.
The NHS are interested in entering into discussions about a shared use building which could be used as the doctors surgery.
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3.5 Taking all of these disparate requirements into account, brief discussions with all parties have taken place and all agreed that it would be worthwhile to pursue the option of a Servicepoint similar to that on Colonsay, with the addition of storage/cell and toilets.
3.6 Fyne homes have agreed to take up a request to Communities Scotland for initial feasibility funding into both the capital cost and the consequent revenue requirements.
4. IMPLICATIONS
Policy
Financial
Personnel
Equal Opportunities
Legal
Community
Deidre Forsyth Area Corporate Services Manager
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ARGYLL & BUTE COUNCIL MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY AREA COMMITTEE
CORPORATE SERVICES 3 May 2006
ALLOCATION TO FOOTPATH WORKS IN PENINVER
1. SUMMARY
1.1 This report outlines a proposal to reallocate area capital monies originally set aside for the formation of a new Peninver footpath.
2. RECOMMENDATION
2.1 It is recommended that the sum allocated from the area capital budget for the formation of a new Peninver footpath be reallocated to the provision of signage on the B842.
3. BACKGROUND
3.1 In 2003 the area committee agreed to allocate £10,000 towards the formation of a new footpath in Peninver.
3.2 It has not been possible to provide the required footpath for this price.
3.3 There is a requirement for safety signage on the B842 for cars, cyclists and pedestrians and £10,000 would be sufficient to do this.
4. IMPLICATIONS
Policy Fits policy of providing safer communities
Financial none
Personnel none
Equal Opportunities none
Legal none
Community fits community requirements
Deirdre Forsyth Area Corporate Services Manager 10 April 2006 Page 46
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ARGYLL & BUTE COUNCIL MID ARGYLL KINTYRE & ISLAY AREA COMMITTEE OPERATIONAL SERVICES 3 MAY 2006
A816 LOCHGILPHEAD TO OBAN ROAD - LANE CLOSURE AT CARNASSARIE
1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this report is to inform Members of the implications of the recent decision by the Strategic Policy Committee not to undertake any remedial works on the failed retaining wall adjacent to the A816 Lochgilphead to Oban Road at Carnassarie.
2. RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that Members note the contents of this report.
3. DETAIL
A section of retaining wall supporting the A816 Lochgilphead to Oban Road collapsed in December of last year and single lane traffic control was set up immediately to divert traffic from the side of the carriageway affected by the failure.
After ensuring that it was safe to allow vehicles to continue to use the lane distant from the collapse, Development Services produced an outline design to realign the road at an estimated cost of £900,000.
The Strategic Policy Committee decided to take no action meantime as there is no money in the capital programme, continue with single lane working with traffic control and monitor the situation. It also agreed to contact the Scottish Executive to ascertain if any additional funding could be provided to the Council to assist in dealing with the situation at Carnassarie.
4. CONCLUSIONS
• Although no action will be taken to reinstate two lane traffic at Carnassarie meantime, costs will continue to be incurred by the Council whilst monitoring of the site and maintenance of site traffic control arrangements are ongoing.
• A decision from the Scottish Executive on special funding is awaited.
• Depending upon the Scottish Executive’s decision on funding, traffic control arrangements at Carnassarie will require some further consideration i.e. possible replacement of temporary traffic lights and signing with a more permanent installation.
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5. IMPLICATIONS
5.1 Policy – The decision not to carry out remedial works at Carnassarie was based on budgetary considerations. The policy document ‘Road Maintenance & Asset Management Plan for the Road Network’ states that ‘…..the purpose of the plan is to design a sustainable maintenance regime capable of managing the road network asset within the available resources and ensuring that the asset will be available for future generations’. 5.2 Financial – Costs for the maintenance of traffic control and monitoring of the site will be funded by the local Area Manager through his Revenue Roads Maintenance Budget. 5.3 Personnel - None 5.4 Equal Opportunities - None 5.5 Legal – The section of road adjacent to the failed retaining wall will continue to be managed and maintained by the Council as required under Section 1 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984.
For further information, please contact Donnie McLeod (Tel: 01546 604671).
Stewart Turner Head of Roads and Amenity Services April 2006
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ARGYLL and BUTE COUNCIL MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE and ISLAY AREA COMMITTEE
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 3 MAY 2006
RURAL TRANSPORT GRANT 2006-07
1. SUMMARY
The purpose of this report is to put forward proposals for experimental public transport services to be funded by the Rural Transport Grant that the Council receives from the Scottish Executive. Each Area Committee, with the exception of Helensburgh and Lomond which is now within the Westrans Regional Transport Partnership boundary, will consider a similar report particular to their area and the decisions will be collated, evaluated and ranked against the available funding and presented to the Strategic Policy Committee for approval.
2. RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that members agree the use of Rural Transport Grant to provide the additional public transport services as detailed.
3. BACKGROUND
For the last eight years the Scottish Executive has provided the Council with additional funding for the promotion of rural public transport services within the authority’s area. The settlement figure for 2006-07 is £509,000 of which the Executive had initially allocated £81,000 to Strathclyde Passenger Transport (now Strathclyde Partnership for Transport) but following the redefining of boundaries with the introduction of the statutory Regional Transport Partnerships the Executive have announced that a further £30,000 of the main allocation will be given to SPfT for the additional area of Helensburgh and Lomond (Ward 34) which now falls within the Westrans boundary. This leaves a balance of £398,000 for services in the remainder of Argyll and Bute, a reduction of £13,000 on last year following the removal of Ward 34 (Arrochar, Succoth, Tarbet). £120,000 of the grant has been used over each of the past eight years to support existing services that the Council would have otherwise had to discontinue.
£278,000, therefore, remains to continue support for previously authorised projects (section A) or to promote new projects throughout the whole Council area. The Scottish Executive is encouraging Councils to consider, where appropriate, community transport alternatives to conventional scheduled bus services, particularly in remote areas. In some cases these types of services may prove to be more cost effective. New experimental services for consideration are described in section B.
In order to gauge the performance of the services provided under the auspices of the Rural Transport Grant, the objective criteria contained in the Council’s Public Transport Guidelines have been applied and appropriate comment is included where applicable. It is proposed that, as in previous years, those experimental services not achieving growth be discontinued and replaced by others of an experimental nature. Due to the reduction in overall funding some services can no longer be funded and these are included in the report.
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As far as possible, the funding is spread equally across the Council’s areas. However, this is not always possible as some areas already have adequate public transport services. It should be noted that some of the costs shown below are estimates.
4. RURAL TRANSPORT GRANT EXPENDITURE 2005-2006
Section A. Services and projects in operation or approved previously which it is recommended be continued.
SERVICE: Tarbert and Lochgilphead (Serving both the Bute and Cowal and Mid Argyll, Kintyre and Islay areas.) CONTRACTOR: West Coast Motors DESCRIPTION: This service has three functions. It was originally introduced as part of other links, which together create a through journey from Rothesay to Lochgilphead and return. It also provides some local links within Tarbert and in general enhances the bus service between Tarbert, Ardrishaig and Lochgilphead. COST: The amount of Rural Transport Grant required to 31st March 2007 will be £20,000. COMMENCED: 14th August 2000 COMMENTS: Usage of this service has fluctuated considerably according to the figures declared by the former operator D and E Henderson of Tarbert. On 16th April 2006, by agreement with the Council, the contract was transferred to West Coast Motors and a revised timetable introduced which linked some of the journeys on this service to the Tarbert Skipness service. During 2005 the service carried 5,187 passengers at a subsidy per passenger of £7.95, well ahead of the guideline criteria figure. However, in conjunction with the new operator it is intended to promote this service vigorously because of the additional journey opportunities and connections with ferries now possible as a result of the revised timetable. Accordingly it is recommended that the service be funded for a further year.
SERVICE: Ardrishaig/Lochgilphead and Oban (serving Oban, Lorn and the Isles and Mid Argyll, Kintyre and Islay areas) CONTRACTOR: West Coast Motors DESCRIPTION: Enhanced service and route development following withdrawal of service by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd. July 2002. Four journeys each way on school days and two journeys each way on Saturdays and school holidays. COST: £10,611.71 estimate per annum to year ending 31st March 2007. COMMENCED: Five-year commitment from 17th July 2005. COMMENTS: Prior to July 2002 the service on this route consisted of a return journey from Ardrishaig to Oban, daily during the summer and on four days a week during the winter, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd. In addition to this a journey operated from Oban to Lochgilphead and return on school days only. During the winter and when schools were on holiday there were days where there was no service on the route.
In the first year of operation, the enhanced service carried a total of 16,938 passengers. In the second year of operation (July 2003 to July 2004) this rose to 21,390. For the twelve months ending 19th march 2005 the passenger total was 21,990 indicating that modest growth was still being achieved on the service. However to year ending 18th March 2006 this figure had fallen to 20,992. Nonetheless, the subsidy per passenger of £1.67 is still well within the guideline criteria.
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Continued promotion of the service by both the Council and the contractor is required to maintain this favourable position and either consolidate it or achieve modest growth.
SERVICE: Additional Bus Services on Islay and Jura CONTRACTOR: Ben Mundell Ltd. trading as Islay Coaches and Alex Dunnachie trading as Charles MacLean DESCRIPTION: Additional Summer Sunday bus services on Islay and an additional journey on Thursday evenings from Jura to Bowmore and return. COST: £13,740 (Estimate) COMMENCED: The seasonal commitment to provide additional services has operated since summer 2003. COMMENTS: It is hoped to re-introduce the additional seasonal Sunday bus journeys on the existing routes for the full season with an emphasis on the Bowmore to Portnahaven section of route. A Thursday evening journey from Craighouse to Bowmore was authorised late last year and approval for continuation is sought.
SERVICE: Additional “On Request” Ferry Service between Jura and Islay CONTRACTOR: ASP-Seascott DESCRIPTION: Early morning request journey on Tuesdays and Saturdays during the CalMac summer timetable. COST: £2,500 (Estimate) COMMENCED: Summer 2004 COMMENTS: It is hoped to re-introduce the additional request sailing of the Islay – Jura ferry to provide a connection with the 0700 CalMac ferry sailing from Port Askaig which will operate on Tuesdays and Saturdays only from 20th May until 23rd September 2006.
Last year the sailing was requested on 14 occasions (12 Saturdays and two Tuesdays) and carried 90 passengers at a subsidy of £14.78 per passenger. While this figure is well over the guideline criteria figure of £3.50 per passenger the overall amount involved is small.
SERVICE: Kintyre Evening Services CONTRACTOR: West Coast Motors DESCRIPTION: Enhanced evening bus services to Southend and Machrihanish. COST: £8,122.40 COMMENCED: 10th December 2001 COMMENTS: These services were introduced as part of an initiative to revive Campbeltown evening services following the uncertainty created by their proposed withdrawal. Following local consultation, the evening journeys were re-timed in an effort to increase patronage. Despite substantial additional cost, no significant increase in patronage was experienced and the previous times were re-introduced at a saving of approximately £11,000 per annum. The contractor has been asked to supply patronage figures for the evening services so that the figures can be measured against the Guideline Criteria. It is recommended that this enhancement continue.
SERVICE: Lochgilphead and Campbeltown (Tuesdays Only) CONTRACTOR: West Coast Motors DESCRIPTION: Additional journey introduced as part replacement for withdrawn Citylink service. COST: £2,188.16 COMMENCED: 29th October 2002
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COMMENTS: This service is an additional journey on an existing schools / local contract which hitherto only operated on school days. The Tuesdays Only journey was originally introduced between Tayinloan and Campbeltown as it provided the only means of direct transport between the Gigha Ferry and Campbeltown following the withdrawal of a Scottish Citylink Coaches journey. The service was then extended to Clachan and later to Lochgilphead. Figures for the individual journey are not yet available but taken as a whole, the contract carried 3,716 fare paying passengers to the year ended 27th November 2004 at a subsidy of £3.72 per passenger, slightly over the Guideline Criteria figure of £3.50. It is recommended that this enhancement continue.
SERVICE: Campbeltown and Sound of Kintyre CONTRACTOR: West Coast Motors DESCRIPTION: Service to Sound of Kintyre (refurbished ex RAF housing) and Vestas – Celtic Wind Technology Ltd. factory. COST: £27,409.59 COMMENCED: 31st March 2003 COMMENTS: This enhanced service has shown continued growth since being introduced. In the year to 25th December 2004 a total of 5,201 fare paying passengers have been carried at a subsidy per passenger of £4.82. As the service has not been operating for two years we do not have like for like comparative figures but the total carried in the first 12 months of operation was 3,472. In the year to 18th March 2006 growth has continued and the service carried 5,637 passengers at a subsidy per passenger of £4.71. The service will continue to be promoted vigorously in the hope of continuing to achieve modest growth in patronage. It is, therefore, recommended that Rural Transport Grant be used to continue the experimental service for a further year.
SERVICE: Campbeltown Ring’n’Ride CONTRACTOR: West Coast Motors DESCRIPTION: Demand Responsive Service, Monday to Friday serving Campbeltown, Campbeltown Airport and Southend COST: £9,066.88 COMMENCED: 10th January 2005 COMMENTS: This new service was the subject of a detailed report to members on 8th December 2004. The majority of the funding for the service has come from the Scottish Executive by means of a special grant as part of a study into the value of this sort of service to rural areas. A small sum of Rural Transport Grant is still required towards the cost of operation of the service for 2005-06. The amount has increased from last year due to the end of the contribution from the Social Work budget. However, Social Work will still continue to supply Homecare Assistants to travel with the bus when their clients are being transported for at least this financial year.
In the year to 18th March 2006 the service carried a total of 10,064 passengers and is bound to increase further as a result of the new national free concessionary travel scheme.
SERVICE: Inveraray and Lochgilphead Commuter service CONTRACTOR: West Coast Motors DESCRIPTION: Operation of the existing school days only morning journey from Inveraray on Mondays to Fridays throughout the year and a return journey after 1700hrs in the evening at a time to be decided following local consultation.
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COST: £28,847.57 COMMENCING: 4th April 2005 COMMENTS: This service was the subject of an earlier experiment, which failed through lack of use. There now appears to be a greater willingness to support such a service although the cost is substantial. To bring the service within the Guideline Criteria will require at least 17 return journeys per day. The service operates to and from Ardrishaig and will divert via the hospital but cannot operate via Kilmory as there is nowhere suitable to turn a large vehicle.
The opinions of local community organisations, potential users and major employers in the area were sought prior to fixing the evening departure time and the service was given the maximum publicity by way of timetable leaflets, press advertising, radio advertising and bus stop information panels. The assistance of community organisations was also sought in publicising the service.
From commencement on 2nd May 2005 to 18th March 2006 the service has carried 3,238 passengers at a subsidy of £8.63 per passenger. Unfortunately, this figure is still very high but numbers have been increasing steadily and the service should be given a further year to see if this trend continues. A further publicity campaign will also be arranged for the service.
Section B. In addition to the suggestion for a demand responsive evening service in north west Islay which has been included in the Islay proposals noted above the following two suggestions have been received from members.
SERVICE: Ardrishaig and Lochgilphead Local Bus Service 422 CONTRACTOR: West Coast Motors DESCRIPTION: Enhancement of the existing service to provide a more regular frequency between Ardrishaig and Lochgilphead, restoring some of the journeys withdrawn in December 2000. COST: £8,500 COMMENCING: during 2006 COMMENTS: Although this project was approved last year subject to funding being available no progress was made. It has now proved possible to set aside a small sum for this service in the event that the Bus Route Development Grant bid for the service to the new hospital is unsuccessful.
SERVICE: Mid Argyll Transport Volunteers CONTRACTOR: Mid Argyll Transport Volunteers DESCRIPTION: Funding to complement the organisation’s Rural Communities Transport Initiative Grant application in order to continue their activities. COST: £1,000 COMMENCING: 2006 COMMENTS: In offering local authorities a Rural Transport Grant allocation the Scottish Executive is encouraging authorities to fund community transport where this appears to be a viable alternative to conventional transport. The Mid Argyll Transport Volunteers provide a valuable service to those over sixty years of age by providing them with transport to medical appointments, shopping or other journeys they require to make if they are unable to make arrangements for the journey themselves.
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5. SUMMARY
The estimates for this year’s grant expenditure in Mid Argyll, Kintyre and Islay total £116,680.46. Where services operate in two Council areas the cost is split between the two areas. Estimates will be converted to final figures once the 2006 inflation uplift figure has been applied to qualifying contracts and the results of tenders are known for those services where prices have still to be obtained.
6. IMPLICATIONS
6.1 Policy – The provision of this service is in accord with the Council’s transport strategy.
6.2 Financial – Any grant not used for the purpose it was given has to be repaid to the Scottish Executive.
6.3 Personnel – none
6.4 Equal Opportunities – none
6.5 Legal - none
For further information please contact D Blades (01546 604193).
D Duthie Head of Transportation and Infrastructure
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Agenda Item No.
ARGYLL & BUTE COUNCIL MID ARGYLL, KINTYRE AND ISLAY COMMUNITY SERVICES AREA COMMITTEE
3 May 2006
APPLICATIONS BY VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS FOR VOLUNTARY SECTOR GRANT 2006/2007
1. BACKGROUND
1.1 The allocation for Education Development grants for this financial year for Mid Argyll, Kintyre & Islay is £21,278. The allocation for Leisure Development grants is £19,132.
2. RECOMMENDATION
2.1 Members are advised of the reduced level of funding for this financial year.
2.2 The Area Committee is asked to agree that £1,000 be vired from Leisure Development to the Education Development Grant budget. The recommendations attached would fully commit the Education Development budget for the reminder of this financial year and £2400 would remain in the Leisure Development budget.
2.3 Members are asked to consider the grant applications submitted, to note the levels of funding recommended and to agree the amounts of grant to be made.
3. DETAILS OF GRANT APPLICATIONS
3.1 The summary of the recommendations is appended to this report.
3.2 The Summary report forms are appended for members’ further information.
4. IMPLICATIONS
Policy: The recommendations within this report reflect the Council’s commitment to the support of work with young people and the support of the voluntary sector in Argyll and Bute.
Financial: Grants awarded will be met from the relevant allocation within the education service revenue budget and the leisure development budget for 2006/2007
Personnel: None
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Equal Opportunities: None
Legal: Grants with recommendations of over £2000 have been checked by Finance Section.
Douglas Hendry Director of Community Services May 2006
For further information please contact: Felicity Kelly, Area Community Learning and Regeneration Manager, Lochgilphead Community Education Office, Manse Brae, Lochgilphead. 01546 604750
Masters/Grants summary Education Organisation Project cost RequestLeisure Education Comments
Argyll Drama Festival 3250 980 980 Islay and Jura Dolphins 3000 1500 1000 500 Jura Music Festival 11950 1000 600 400 Islay and Jura Community Enterprises 6972 972 530 400 Kilmartin House School 5555 2182 1200 400 KYES 91769 6000 5700 Mid Argyll Community Dance Group 2500 1000 850 Mid Argyll Cricket Club 3760 2260 1750
Mid Argyll Music Festival 8965 3665 1906 Page 57 Mid Argyll Sailing Club 27000 3000 Awaiting POSCA Mid Argyll U3A 1150 1150 500 Mid Argyll Youth Project 27275 13000 5200 Museum of Islay Life 4170 2000 1000 Mull of Kintyre Run Committee 4645 752 752 Mull Theatre 45945 964 964 Scottish Community Drama Assocn 2300 750 500 Special Needs Parents Support Group 2268 1468 1134 Tarbert Conservation Initiative 3623 823 Awaiting POSCA Tarbert Loch Fyne Yacht Club 1900 450 450
Masters/Grants summary Education Organisation Project cost RequestLeisure Education Comments Tarbert Junior Gaelic Choir 3050 1000 Awaiting POSCA Tarbert Youth group 8034 3034 2750 The Columba Centre 3225 1625 700 400 Argyll Federation WRI 1400 400 350 Refer to Events Assembly Direct 34792 5000 &Festivals Finlaggan Trust 3900 1950 700 Campbeltown Brass 25568 8068 1550 350 Carradale Village Hall 3000 1000 400 400
Coisir og Dalriada 2812 1842 600 350 Page 58 Girlguiding Argyll 3250 500 400 Islay and Jura Dog Management 2461 1230 400 Dalintober Millknowe Community flat 5950 2975 800 Dalintober Millknowe Playscheme 4600 1250 1144 15732 22278 Totals 354484 71608
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1 Details
Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Argyll Drama Festival Scheme: Leisure Project Towards the running costs a) Total cost of project 3250 Title: of this annual local drama b) How much is funded 1970 festival from group resources? c) How much is coming 300 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 980 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 980 Reason To assist the continuation Grant awarded last year none for grant of this event, attracting (2005/06) drama groups throughout the area.
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: Because of the geographical isolation of many communities in Argyll and Bute, the cost involved in arranging an area wide event such as this has, of necessity, transport and other necessary costs involved.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No Members of 10 How many people overall will benefit from this grant? participating clubs plus
th l bli Page 60 the general public attending the event Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes □ No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes No
Additional Information This organisation was formed in 1948 providing an opportunity for groups involved in amateur dramatics to perform one act plays. Depending on the numbers of entries, the Festival runs in Ardrishaig Village Hall for 3 or 4 evenings with 3 plays per evening. A professional adjudicator is engaged for the Festival and gives a public review of each performance, plus a private review for the actors in each play.
Specific Criteria This project meets the following criteria: Demand for the project locally Enhancement to the quality of life for participants Impact on the local and wider community
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Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Islay and Jura Dolphins Scheme: Leisure Project Assistance towards travel a) Total cost of project 3250 Title: and accommodation at b) How much is funded 1000 swimming events on the from group resources? mainland c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1500 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 1000 –Leisure 500 -Education Reason As above Grant awarded last year 730 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: The group aim to attend 4 competitions (different levels) throughout the year 2006-7
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Page 64 Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information The total running costs of this organisation are in excess of £10,000 per annual. This application related specifically to assistance towards travelling to events and competitions on the mainland which often involved two night stays. The organisation is affiliated to the Scottish Amateur Swimming Association. Because of insurance stipulations, the club can only visit similar affiliated clubs. The voluntary committee has all necessary child protection policies in place and is registered with CRBS – registration number AA2530
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria; • Personal development • Building community capacity • Enhancement to quality of life of participants • A demand for the project locally
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Jura Music Festival Scheme: Leisure and Education Project Providing assistance a) Total cost of project 11,950 Title: towards the cost of b) How much is funded 6250 organising and running this from group resources? annual event c) How much is coming 4700 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1000 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 600 –Leisure 400 -Education Reason Support for above Grant awarded last year 1000 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This annual festival is run primarily to provide rsients of this remote community with the opportunity to see and hear professionals play celtic music in a live environment
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x Page 66 committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information Being a small community, this event would not be viable without external funding support it. As a one off event, the organisation is not required to register with CRBS. However, all policies are in place as good practice. Part of the aim of the festival is to encourage continued study of music by individuals This event brings many visitors to the island and thus boosts the local economy.
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: A demand locally Building community capacity Impact on the local and wider community Extending learning opportunities
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Islay and Jura Community Scheme: Education and Enterprises Leisure Project Rookies Junior Lifeguard a) Total cost of project 6972 Title: Club b) How much is funded 1500 from group resources? c) How much is coming 4500 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 972 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 530 Leisure 400 Education
Reason Support for above Grant awarded last year none for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This well run organisation runs a Junior Lifeguard club in the Mactaggart Leisure Centre in Bowmore. The age range is 7 –16. On an island water safety is indeed an important issue and providing young people with the skills to save lives is a worthwhile aim.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Page 68 Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information The cost of transport to Bowmore has prevented some young people from attending this group. The applications relates to provide support for transport and staffing costs The organisation aims to increase participation levels in this activity to 700 visits over a one year period. It offers opportunities for young people to gain nationally recognised qualifications, enhancing their employability
Specific Criteria The application meets the following criteria: A demand locally for the service Extends learning opportunities Builds community capacity Impact on the local and wider community
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Kilmartin House Scheme: Education and Leisure Project Pre historic days and a) Total cost of project 5555 Title: Maori Cultural events b) How much is funded from group resources? c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 2182 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 1200 Leisure 400 Education Reason Support for above Grant awarded last year 1500 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This organisation was formed in 1994 and provides the only museum in the Mid Argyll area. This application is supported by the Arts Development Officer.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Page 70 Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information This application relates to two projects 1. Maori Cultural Exchange event bring New Zealand’s foremost flax worker to Kilmartin to hold a series of workshops and a skills exchange with Scottish Basket Makers. 2. Prehistoric days and open day – a living history project
Specific Criteria The application meets the following criteria: A demand for the project locally Artistic innovation Impact n the local and wider community Extending learning Building community capacity Supporting personal development
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006 Page 71
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Kintyre Youth Enquiry Scheme: Education Service Project Assistance towards the a) Total cost of project 91,769 Title: running costs of this b) How much is funded 28839 organisation from group resources? c) How much is coming 56930 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 6000 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 5700 -Education Reason As above Grant awarded last year 6000 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: As part of its service, the Kintyre Youth Enquiry Service offers a drop in facility available to any young person between 12 and 25. Some of the services offered are support to young people in their own accommodation, work experience placements for those who are most at risk from exclusion, volunteer placements, locally, nationally and internationally.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x Page 74 committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information This project was formed in 1999 and has filled a gap in provision for young people in Kintyre. It has shop front premises in a prominent position in Campbeltown and is staffed by both paid staff and volunteers. It has been instrumental in developing projects – such as the Founders- which raised funds for the Skateboard park. The organisation works closely with the Council in a range of settings and is part of the Area Development group, the local public health network and the South Kintyre Community Learning Partnership.
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: • Promoting social inclusion • Building community capacity • Extending learning opportunities • Supporting personal development
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Mid Argyll Community Scheme: Leisure Dance Group Project “The Pied Piper of a) Total cost of project 2500 Title: Lochgilphead” – film b) How much is funded 500 production from group resources? c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1000 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 850 Reason Costs associated with the Grant awarded last year none for grant above (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This organisation provides quality learning opportunities for a range of dance disciplines in the Mid Argyll area and this application is supported by the Council’s Arts Development officer.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Page 78 Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information This year instead of the standard dance performance to show the year’s work, a film production of “The Pied Piper of Lochgilphead” in dance is being organised at various locations in Lochgilphead involving input from and co-operation with all sections of the community.
Specific Criteria The application meets the following criteria: Artistic innovation Demand for project locally Impact on the local and wider community Extending learning opportunities Building community capacity
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Mid Argyll Cricket Club Scheme: Leisure Project Assistance towards a) Total cost of project 3760 Title: providing a cricket ground b) How much is funded 1500 from group resources? c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 2260 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 1750 Reason As above Grant awarded last year 500 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This group is keen to see cricket developed in Mid Argyll. The purpose of this application is to request funding towards upgrading outfield by plough, rotavating, grading and resowing. Associated works also include fencing and ditching.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No Page 80
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information This committee has gained registration with Central Registered Body for Scotland and has all policies in place for child protection. It is the only cricket club in Mid Argyll and the committee are ken to see this sport developed with adequate resources.
Specific Criteria This application meet the following criteria: • Raised quality of coaching • Improved facilities • Opportunities provided by local communities • A demand for the project locally
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Mid Argyll Music Festival Scheme: Leisure Project Towards expenses a) Total cost of project 8965 Title: incurred in running this b) How much is funded 5300 annual event from group resources? c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 3665 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 1906 Reason As above Grant awarded last year 1,000 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This well attended festival is run by a dedicated committee of volunteers who each year have to find the resources to fund the event which increases year by year..
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Page 82 Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes n/a No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes n/a No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes n/a No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes n/a No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes n/a No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No
Additional Information The organisation is affiliated to the British and International Federation of Festivals. This application is seeking funding towards venue hire, printing and stationery, adjudication fess and costs and catering
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: A demand locally Impact on the local and wider community Enhancement to quality of life for participants
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Mid Argyll University of the Scheme: Education Third Age Project Assistance towards a) Total cost of project 1150 Title: running costs b) How much is funded 550 from group resources? c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1150 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 500 Reason As above Grant awarded last year 680 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This vibrant organisation is well run and offers opportunities for older people to learn – “for the sake of learning” The opportunities include Opera, Music, German, French, Art, Walking, Play Reading, Poetry, Handicrafts, Video making, Board games, Local history, Computing, Bird watching and a range of social events and outings.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Page 84 Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes n/a No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes n/a No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes n/a No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes n/a No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes n/a No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information This organisation is affiliated to the University of the Third Age Scotland. It has 110 members in Mid Argyll and is an extremely cost effective organisation, with running costs of only £4000 per year. The learning is delivered in the main by the members themselves at no cost, (who are willing to pass on their knowledge and skills to others).
Specific Criteria The application meets the following criteria: • Supporting learning opportunities for older people • Promoting active citizenship • Building community capacity • Supporting personal development
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Mid Argyll Youth Project Scheme: Education Project Assistance towards a) Total cost of project 27,275 Title: running costs of this b) How much is funded 4275 developing organisation for from group resources? young people in c) How much is coming 10,000 from other agencies Lochgilphead d) Grant requested from 13,000 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 5200 Reason As above Grant awarded last year 5,500 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: The project is open Monday to Friday 9-5 and Mon –Thurs (evenings) There is now youth café provision within the project building. The café is staffed by volunteers. REHIS (food handling) training has been provided to ensure safe serving of food.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Page 86 Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information This project goes from strength to strength and is putting in place strategies for sustainability. This includes the letting of office space in the building. Young people are involved in the management committee are are representaed at all levels of organisation and planning. The project works with young people in the 11-25 age range. All necessary policies and procedures are in place.
Specific Criteria The application meets the following criteria: Promotes inclusion Extends and supports learning opportunities Promotes active citizen ship Builds community capacity Supports personal development Works in partnership with other council services
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Museum of Islay Life Scheme: Education Project Assistance towards the a) Total cost of project 4170 Title: Airport Open day held b) How much is funded 2170 annually from group resources? c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 2,000 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 1000 Reason As above Grant awarded last year 500 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This event is the second largest event on the island calendar, second only to the annual agricultural show.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Page 88 Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes n/a No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes n/a No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes n/a No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes n/a No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes n/a No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No
Additional Information This event has been supported by Argyll and Bute Council over the past years and is a very prestigious event on Islay, attracting many visitors to the island. The event is used by the Museum of Islay Life as a fund raising venture to support the museum and caring for its collection of objects, books and photographs and displaying them to visitors.
Specific Criteria The application meets the following criteria: • A demand for the project locally • Impact on the wider community
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? n/a
Applicant: Mull of Kintyre Run Scheme: Leisure Committee Project Assistance towards a) Total cost of project 4645 Title: marketing this b) How much is funded 1150 organisation’s first major from group resources? event c) How much is coming 2743 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 752 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 752 Reason As above Grant awarded last year New organisation for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary:
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No Page 90
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes n/a No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes n/a No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes n/a No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes n/a No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes n/a No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No
Additional Information
This is a newly formed organisation of l volunteers to crate a successful annual event for Kintyre which will bring visitors to the area and also to encourage running as a healthy pastime. The event has been supported by Argyll and the Islands Enterprise, Awards for All and the Campbeltown Common good fund. The funding requested id to market the event nationally to encourage visitors to participate and come to the Kintyre area, boosting the local economy.
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: • A demand locally • Impact on the local and wider community • Increase participation in physical activity • Provision of new opportunities provided by local communities
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Mull Theatre Scheme: Leisure Project Tour of Art and Egg a) Total cost of project 45945 Title: b) How much is funded 20,000 from group resources? c) How much is coming 21,355 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 21% of 4590 = 964 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 964 Reason To support above tour Grant awarded last year £3000 from other for grant (2005/06) area committees
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This group is the only
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No Page 92
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes n/a No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes n/a No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes n/a No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes n/a No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes n/a No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No
Additional Information The programme tour will take place from 4th to 7th September 2006. There will be three performances in Mid Argyll, Kintyre and Islay, making up 21% of the tour. The application requests £964 which is 21% of the shortfall in funding The costs incurred include Marketing, travel, production and wages costs
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: A demand locally of the project Artistic innovation Impact on the local and wider community
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Scottish Community Scheme: Leisure Drama Association- Kintyre District Project Assistance towards the a) Total cost of project 2300 Title: costs of travel to the SCDA b) How much is funded 1550 finals from group resources? c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 750 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 500 Reason Grant awarded last year 400 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: The grant, if successful would assist with travel cost in attending the Divisional Finals, this year being held in Troon for the two adult teams and one junior team travelling to Castle Douglas. This group runs the annual drama festival in Campbeltown and the winners go forward to the Divisional Finals.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Page 94 Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes n/a No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes n/a No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes n/a No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes n/a No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes n/a No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No
Additional Information The SDCA – Kintyre District is now in its 57th year. It holds a competition for one act plays for the Kintyre and Mid Argyll area. The Festival comes under the governing body of the Scottish Community Drama Association.
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: A demand for the project locally Enhancement to the quality of life for participants Impact on local and wider community Builds community capacity
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Special Needs Parents Scheme: Leisure Support Group Project Assistance towards the a) Total cost of project 2268 Title: costs of a group summer b) How much is funded 500 holiday for SEN children from group resources? and their siblings c) How much is coming 300 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1468 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 1134 Reason As above Grant awarded last year 1250 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: The organisation gives support to children with special needs and to their carers, families and siblings to improve facilities and provide activities. There is a committee of 7 with 32 volunteers. This grant would support a holiday for members – this year to blackpool.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Page 96 Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information Costs associated with this application includes cinema passes, swimming passes, insurance, summer activity day and administration charges.
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: Promoting social inclusion Extending learning opportunities Building community capacity Supporting personal development
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Tarbert Loch Fyne Yacht Scheme: Leisure Club Project The Traditional Boat Rally a) Total cost of project 1900 Title: b) How much is funded 850 from group resources? c) How much is coming 600 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 450 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 450 Reason Support for above Grant awarded last year 690 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This annual event is part of the Tarbert Seafood Festival and is the only regular rally in the West. The group is registered through the RYA for POSCA requirements.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Page 100 Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information The application relates to marketing and publicising the event, encouraging an interest among young people in the boat building history of Tarbert. The group involves participation of all ages from 6 years upwards. Numbers of participants in the Rally have increased since the first event 4 years ago.
Specific Criteria The application meets the following criteria: A demand for the project locally Impact on the local and wider community
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Tarbert Youth Group Scheme: Education Project Assistance towards the a) Total cost of project 8034 Title: costs associated with b) How much is funded 1000 employing youth workers, from group resources? premises hire and c) How much is coming 4000 from other agencies contribution to new bike d) Grant requested from 3034 track project A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 2750 Reason Support for staffing costs Grant awarded last year n/a for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This organisation was formed in 2000. It is now developing its services to young people by offering a range of activities and the opportunity for young people to be involved in service provision. One of the stated aims on this application form is – “to give young people in Tarbert a voice”
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x Page 102 committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information This group has been supported with the provision of staff from Argyll and Bute Council, but are now ready to appoint staff independently. The group would offer informal learning opportunities, social interaction and quality relevant information.
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria; Promoting inclusion Extending learning opportunities – to young people Building community capacity Supporting personal development Working in partnership with Argyll and Bute Council
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Ionad Chaluim Chille Ile - Scheme: Leisure and The Columba Centre Education Project Short course –Summer a) Total cost of project 3225 Title: 2006 b) How much is funded 2600 from group resources? c) How much is coming 1000 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1625 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 400 Education 700 Leisure Reason Marketing, contribution to Grant awarded last year 850 for grant accommodation costs and (2005/06) reception
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This organisation is building on the success of last year’s summer short courses and linking with Irish participants, bringing visitors to Islay.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Page 104 Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information As well as offering a range of Gaelic Higher Education courses during the academic year, the organisation also arranges short courses outwith term time to develop Gaelic culture and language locally and thus brings more visitors to Islay and raises the profile of the island and the Columba Centre.
Specific Criteria The application meets the following criteria: • Extending learning opportunities • Promoting active citizenship • Building community capacity • Supporting personal development • Impact on the local and wider community • A demand for the project locally • Enhances the quality of life for participants
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Argyll Federation WRI Scheme: Education Project Annual Federation Show a) Total cost of project 1400 Title: b) How much is funded 1000 from group resources? c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 400 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 350
Reason Running costs associated Grant awarded last year 350 for grant with Annual Show (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This organisation promotes learning of local rural crafts, art, photography, cookery and computer graphics. Each year the organisation hosts an Argyll wide event, bringing visitors to the MAKI area.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Page 106 Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes n/a No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes n/a No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes n/a No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes n/a No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes n/a No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No
Additional Information This organisation promotes informal learning to all ages. It is affiliated to the Scottish Women’s Rural Institute. The Argyll wide committee comprises of 6 with 20 volunteers. It is an organisation which keeps many traditional crafts to the fore and offers quality instruction in a wide range of activities. The event is taking place in late April this year in Ardrishaig Public Hall.
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: • Promoting inclusion – (remote rural) • Extending learning opportunities • Promoting active citizenship • Building community capacity
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Finlaggan Trust Scheme: Education Project Towards the costs a) Total cost of project 3900 Title: associated with employing b) How much is funded 650 a helper for the tourist from group resources? season c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1950 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 700
Reason As above Grant awarded last year £1000 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: Assistance with staffing costs for the information centre at Finlaggan would assist this organisation to offer a better service to visitors to Islay as well as local people enabling them to find out more about local history of the area.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x Page 108 committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes n/a No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes n/a No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes n/a No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes n/a No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes n/a No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No
Additional Information In mediaeval times the Lord of the Isles ruled the west coast and islands of Scotland from an administration centre from two islands in Finlaggan Loch on Islay. The Finlaggan Trust was formed to preserve the relics of the period, carry out archaeological investigations and increase knowledge locally and nationally of Islay’s place in this important era of Scottish history. Additional funding is held for building project.
Specific Criteria The application meets the following criteria: • Addressing disadvantage ( remoter rural area) • Expending learning opportunities • Promoting active citizenship • Building community capacity
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Campbeltown Brass Scheme: Education and Leisure Project Assistance towards the a) Total cost of project 25568 Title: running costs of this b) How much is funded 10,000 organisation from group resources? c) How much is coming 7500 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 8068 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 1550 Leisure 350 Education
Reason Assistance with above Grant awarded last year £1922 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This organisation provides an excellent service to its members - 55 of whom are school age. As there is no specialist brass instructor in the schools in Kintyre, the group have raised funding to obtain the services of an instructor outwith the area. This costs £464 per month. The group gives young people the opportunity to learn to play a musical instrument, take part in concerts and competitions thus building self esteem in these young people and giving them a skill that can be built on into adult life.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Page 110 Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information This organisation is highly thought of not only locally, but also nationally. The quality of service it provides, through its voluntary committee, is well organised and offers young people a secure and safe learning environment.
Specific Criteria The group meets the following criteria: • A demand for the project locally • Artistic innovation • Enhances the quality of life for participants • Impact on the local and wider community • Supporting personal development • Building community capacity
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Carradale Village Hall Scheme: Education and Leisure Project Assistance towards a) Total cost of project 3000 Title: necessary repairs for the b) How much is funded 1000 hall from group resources? c) How much is coming 1000 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1000 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 400 Leisure 400 Education
Reason Septic tank replacement Grant awarded last year for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This organisation runs the Village hall in Carradale and is responsible for its upkeep and ongoing maintenance. The hall is well used by a wide variety of organisations from the village.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Page 112 Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes n/a No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes n/a No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes n/a No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes n/a No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes n/a No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes n/a No
Additional Information There is currently no grant assistance available specifically for village halls from Argyll and Bute Council, nor capital grants through the Scottish Executive. The need has arisen for the replacement of the hall’s septic tank to ensure a aafe environment for groups to meet.
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: The organisation has a trust deed for ownership of the hall in question. Promoting active citizenship by supporting groups to play an active part in local community life.
Page 113 Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Coisir og Dalriada Scheme: Education and Leisure Project Assistance towards a) Total cost of project 2812 Title: running costs and travel to b) How much is funded events from group resources? c) How much is coming 970 from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1842 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 600 Leisure 350 Education
Reason As above Grant awarded last year £400 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This organisation aims to advance education and learning of the Gaelic culture and heritage to young people – 10 to 18 year olds - through music, its history and culture.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Page 116 Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information This junior gaelic choir is requesting assistance with the running costs associated with offering opportunities for learning to young people, specifically of Gaelic language and culture through music. It also offers participants the chance to visit and take part in national and local mods.
Specific Criteria The group meets the following criteria: • Enhancement of the quality of life for participants • Impact on the local and wider community • A demand for the project locally
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Girl Guiding Argyll Scheme: Education Project Guiders training weekend a) Total cost of project 3250 Title: b) How much is funded 1650 from group resources? c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1500 divided by 3 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 400
Reason Costs associated with the Grant awarded last year £1400 in total from for grant above (2005/06) 3 areas
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This organisation is committed to offering relevant training to its volunteers annually. The project covers three areas of the Council, Oban, lorn and the Isles, Bute and Cowal and MAKI. The application is requesting support from all three Area Committees.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Page 118 Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information The training targets for the weekend include recruitment procedures, leadership qualification, disclosure, first response, sharing good practice, learn new skills and crafts.
Specific Criteria The application meets the following criteria: Extending learning opportunities Promoting active citizenship Building community capacity Supporting personal development
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Islay and Jura Dog Scheme: Education Management Project Costs associated with dog a) Total cost of project 2461 Title: training classes b) How much is funded 960 (This application will also from group resources? be assessed by the Social c) How much is coming from other agencies Welfare Grants d) Grant requested from 1230 assessment officer) A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 400
Reason Support towards costs of Grant awarded last year New organisation for grant training courses (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This recently formed group is keen to promote responsible dog ownership and has planned courses on the island. The group is affiliated to the Scottish Canine Consultative Council.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Page 120 Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information The group has all policies in place for child protection. This application is also being referred to the officer for Social Welfare Grants.
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: • Extending learning opportunities • Building community capacity • Working in partnership with Argyll and Bute Council( Operational Services)
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Dalintober Millknowe Scheme: Education Community Flat Project Improvements to outside a) Total cost of project 5950 Title: play facilities and costs b) How much is funded 2975 associated with running from group resources? Family Night group c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 2975 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 800
Reason Running costs associated Grant awarded last year n/a for grant with the re-introduction of (2005/06) Family Nights
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: The community flat, based in Broom Cottage has for the last 10 years offered opportunities for parents, children and families to take part in a wide range of activities. Recently, the flat has focussed on childcare. However, the new committee is keen to see family activities taking place where parents can learn alongside their children and be involved in their education through learning new skills and visiting places of interest.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Page 124 Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information During the last year only childcare has been provided in the Flat. This application, if successful, will broaden the facilities available to families living in the area. A parents committee has been reformed very recently and is keen to see developments taking place, using the flat as a base.
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: Promoting social inclusion Expending learning Building community capacity Supporting personal development
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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Name of Assessing Officer Felicity Kelly Have you contacted the organisation to assess this application? Yes Have you checked the Auditor is independent and qualified? Yes
Applicant: Dalintober Millknowe Scheme: Education Playscheme Project a) Total cost of project 4600 Title: Running costs of annual b) How much is funded 2350 holiday activities for from group resources? children -playscheme c) How much is coming from other agencies d) Grant requested from 1250 A & B Council? Grant Recommended: 1144
Reason As above Grant awarded last year 1300 for grant (2005/06)
2 Financial Check – Have you checked the Organisation is:
a) Fully constituted Yes x No b) Has submitted a bank statement Yes x No c) Has submitted audited/signed accounts Yes x No d) Leisure and Education Development Grants: If over £2000 have you sent this grant to finance? Yes x No e) Social Welfare Grants: Has the grant been registered with the Yes No Lochgilphead Office. f) If relevant, has the grant passed the financial check? Yes x No g) Have you checked that the organisation is within 50% of the costs for Social Welfare, Education or Development grants? Yes x No h) Have you checked that the Council is meeting is obligations under Yes x No Best Value in awarding this grant, for example, if the grant is awarded will the work definitely go ahead?
3 General Criteria
Do you concur with the organisation in their assessment of need? Please supply a very brief summary: This group are registered with Central Registered Body for Scotland and compile with POSCA regulation with all policies in place. The volunteers plan and deliver a range of activities each summer and arrange a visit to a pantomime during the Christmas period.
Is the activity non-political? Yes x No Is the project consistent with Council priorities? Yes x No Does the project have open membership? Yes x No Have sponsorship agreements been checked? Yes N/A No
How many people overall will benefit from this grant?
Is the organization well established? Yes x No Have you identified any training needs for the organisations Yes No x Page 126 committee or volunteers? Does the organisation have volunteer training in place? Yes x No Have you confidence in their ability to deliver a service? Yes x No
4 Policy and Procedures
If the Organisation works with a child/children under 18 or a vulnerable adult/s do they meet the following criteria?
a) Clear recruitment policies Yes x No
b) Ongoing training and support for volunteers Yes x No c) A code of conduct for staff and volunteers Yes x No d) A Code of Good Practice Yes x No
e) An Equal Opportunities Policy Yes x No
f) A Policy for Managing Confidential Information Yes x No g) Grievance Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No h) A Disciplinary Procedure for staff and volunteers Yes x No
Additional Information The volunteer members of this group undertake relevant training each year to ensure a safe and secure environment for children to learn new skills and experience working as part of a team. The organisation is supported by the Council’s Homelink worker who encourages parents to become involved in their children’s education. The committee arrange fund raising events to support the playscheme
Specific Criteria This application meets the following criteria: • Promoting social inclusion • Supporting learning • Building community capacity • Supporting personal development
Signed: Felicity Kelly Assessment Officer
Date: 18 April 2006
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