Cunninghame House, Irvine.
5 December 2013
Kilwinning Area Committee
You are requested to attend a Meeting of the above mentioned Committee of North Ayrshire Council to be held in the Reference Room, Kilwinning Library, St Winnings Lane, Kilwinning on THURSDAY 12 DECEMBER 2013 at 3.00 p.m. to consider the undernoted business.
Yours faithfully
Elma Murray
Chief Executive
PLEASE NOTE THE MEETING WILL START AT THE LATER TIME OF 3.00 PM
1. Declarations of Interest Members are requested to give notice of any declarations of interest in respect of items of business on the Agenda.
2. Minutes The accuracy of the Minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 31 October 2013 will be confirmed and the Minutes signed in accordance with Paragraph 7 (1) of Schedule 7 of the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973 (copy enclosed).
North Ayrshire Council, Cunninghame House, Irvine KA12 8EE 3. Community Planning
3.1 Police Scotland Police Scotland will report on activity within the Kilwinning area.
3.2 Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Submit report by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service on activity within the Kilwinning area (copy enclosed).
4. Traffic Regulation Order for School Keep Clear zig zag markings Submit report by the Corporate Director (Development & Environment)on the promotion of a Traffic Regulation Order to make School Keep Clear zig zag markings legally enforceable within North Ayrshire (copy enclosed).
5. Kilwinning: Flooding at Redstone Avenue Submit report by the Corporate Director (Development & Environment) on the flooding of the Bannoch Burn at Redstone Avenue and Fergushill Road, Kilwinning (copy to follow).
6. Community Development Grants Scheme and Local Youth Action Fund: Application for Financial Assistance Submit report by the Corporate Director (Education and Skills) on applications for financial assistance received in respect of the Community Development Grants Scheme and Local Youth Action Fund (copy enclosed).
7. Future Agenda Items Discuss items for consideration at future meetings of the Area Committee.
8. Date and Venue of Next Meeting The next meeting of the Kilwinning Area Committee will be held on Thursday 13 February 2014 in Kilwinning Library.
9. Urgent Items Any other items which the Chair considers to be urgent.
North Ayrshire Council, Cunninghame House, Irvine KA12 8EE 2 Kilwinning Area Committee
Sederunt: John Ferguson Chair: (Chair) Joe Cullinane Donald Reid Robert Steel
Attending:
Apologies:
Meeting Ended:
North Ayrshire Council, Cunninghame House, Irvine KA12 8EE 3 4 Agenda item 2 Kilwinning Area Committee 31 October 2013
KILWINNING, 31 October 2013 - At a Meeting of the Kilwinning Area Committee of North Ayrshire Council at 2.00 p.m.
Present John Ferguson, Joe Cullinane, Donald Reid and Robert Steel.
In Attendance M. Docherty, Head of Service (Education 3-18), T. McIntosh, Senior Manager, S. Patrick, Head Teacher (Abbey Primary School), C. Sharp, Country Parks Manager and J. McHarg, Community Engagement Manager (Community Development Team) (Education & Skills); D. Wilson, Streetscene Manger (Development and Environment); R. Conner, Solicitor and D. McCaw, Committee Services Officer (Chief Executive's Service). Also In Attendance P. Hinchliff, Area Manager South (Transport Scotland); A. Smart, Area Manager (TranServ); L. Brady, Community Safety Co-ordinator (Scottish Fire and Rescue Service); and Inspector J. Conway (Police Scotland). Chair Councillor Ferguson in the Chair.
1. Declarations of Interest
In terms of Standing Order 16 and Section 5 of the Code of Conduct for Councillors, Councillor Reid, as a member of the group, declared a non-pecuniary interest in Urgent Agenda Item 10.1 (Community Development Grants Scheme and Local Youth Action Fund: Application for Financial Assistance) and took no part in the determination of the application from Promoting Kilwinning.
2. Minutes
The accuracy of the Minutes of (i) the ordinary meeting of the Committee held on 12 September 2013; and (ii) the special meeting held on 25 September 2013 was confirmed and the Minutes signed in accordance with paragraph 7(1) of Schedule 7 of the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973.
3. Presentation: Transport Scotland/TranServ: Whitehirst Park Wetland Area
The Committee received a verbal update by Phil Hinchliff, Area Manager South (Transport Scotland) and Andy Smart, Area Manager (TranServ) in relation to the wetland area at Whitehirst Park.
Page 1 5 TranServ have carried out an investigation into the drainage and gullies around the Whitehirst Park area. Most of the gullies run into a manhole in the wetland area while one gully feeds into a carrier pipe that travels to a manhole which is the property of North Ayrshire Council. The carrier pipe appears to be blocked approximately 25m into the wetland area and the manhole cover appears to require some work carried out before the pipe can be accessed by TranServ to assess the blockage.
An on-site meeting is scheduled to take place next week involving North Ayrshire Council Roads Section and TranServ to attempt to access the blockage and identify the best way forward from that point.
Members asked questions, and received clarification, in relation to the following:-
the timescales, following the on-site meeting, for any works to be carried out; and the overall effect clearing the blockage in the carrier pipe should have on the wetland area.
The Committee (a) noted and welcomed the recent progress made in relation to this matter; and (b) agreed (i) that any update information following the site visit next week be provided to the Clerk to forward to Members of the Committee; and (ii) that a follow-up report by the Corporate Director (Development and Environment) be submitted to a future meeting of the Committee.
4. Community Planning
4.1 North Ayrshire Community Planning Partnership (CPP) Board: Minutes of Meeting held on 12 September 2013
Submitted report by the Chief Executive on the meeting of the North Ayrshire Community Planning Partnership (CPP) held on 12 September 2013.
Councillor Steel, as a representative of the Community Planning Partnership Board, advised on the relaunch of the SOA for 2013-2017.
Noted.
4.2 Police Scotland
Inspector Conway provided statistical information on crimes reported and detected in the Committee's area during the period 1 August to 31 September 2013, including comparative information from the same period in 2012, highlighted a number of crimes of note that had taken place in the Committee's area and a range of forthcoming events that will involve local officers. Information was also provided on the policing priorities taking place within the Committee area.
Page 2 6 Members asked questions, and discussed the following:-
the online petition in relation to policing in the Kilwinning area; and the 2 serious incidents in Kilwinning in relation to flood damage and a major gas leak and the community appreciation of the support provided by the emergency services and Council officers.
Noted.
4.3 Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Submitted report by Scottish Fire and Rescue Service on activity within the Kilwinning area from 1 September to 21 October 2013.
Information was provided on:-
refuse fires in the bins in the Main Street area; and the Autumn Strategy in relation to Bonfire night and the work being put in place through the schools liaison officers to encourage attendance at organised displays throughout North Ayrshire.
Members discussed the sale of over-the-counter fireworks and the likelihood of any future changes to legislation in this regard.
Noted.
5. Abbey Primary School: Education Scotland Report
Submitted report by the Corporate Director (Education and Skills) on the Education Scotland Report in respect of Abbey Primary School.
The inspection, undertaken in June 2013, covered key aspects of the work of the school at all stages, the quality of children's experience in learning, pupils' achievements, the effectiveness of the school, the environment for learning, and the school's processes for self-evaluation.
The HM Inspectors' report was published on 27 August 2013 and identified the key strengths detailed within the report. Two areas for improvement have been agreed between Education Scotland, the school and the Education Authority and were detailed in the report. In consultation with the designated Senior Manager and staff, the headteacher has put plans in place to incorporate the recommendations of the Education Scotland report into the School Improvement Plan. The school and the authority will build on the strengths identified in the inspection report and work together to address the key recommendations identified. In terms of follow-through, HMIE will maintain contact with the school to ensure the necessary improvements are made.
Page 3 7 The Committee (a) asked that the Head Teacher pass on its congratulations to the staff at the school; (b) noted (i) the steps taken to address the key point for action; and (ii) that in terms of follow-through, HMIE will make no further visits but will maintain contact with the school and local authority to monitor progress.
6. Eglinton Country Park
Submitted report by the Corporate Director (Education and Skills) giving an update on recent initiatives at Eglinton Country Park
Information was provided on:-
the position in relation to the housing development located within Eglinton Country Park; the provision of new car parking facilities; plans for the design layout for the zones around the visitor centre in relation to the Breaking Ground Project; the pilot project in relation to the organic soil area; and the woodland management training project.
Members asked questions, and received clarification, on the following:-
possible plans to upgrade the heritage section within the Park; the recent traffic junction improvements resulting in safer access to the Park; possible improvements to the security measures to combat unauthorised vehicular access within Eglinton Country Park; the number of break-ins over the summer period; the envisaged plan for the Friends of Eglinton project; and the cancellation of the October Bat Walk event due to severe weather.
Noted.
7. North Ayrshire Council (Kilwinning) Charitable Trust
Submitted report by the Chief Executive on the new charitable trust fund established for Kilwinning and on the administration of this fund by the Area Committee.
In January 2012, the Council approved a reorganisation scheme whereby the existing trust funds held for the relief of poverty and assistance to those in need would be amalgamated to ensure more effective use of the assets available for disbursement and to simplify the administration of these trust funds. As part of this process, a new Trust Fund has been established for the town of Kilwinning known as the North Ayrshire Council (Kilwinning) Charitable Trust (the 'Kilwinning Trust').
Page 4 8 The Kilwinning Trust has the following 3 trust purposes:-
A the prevention of relief or poverty; B the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation or recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; and C the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.
The Committee was further advised of a grant of £5 which has been historically paid annually from the Kilwinning Trust funds to assist a person considered to be poor. It is proposed that the recipient of this grant payment is, in the future, asked to submit an application form for assistance from the Kilwinning Trust but that the payment continue to be made from the Kilwinning Trust until such time as any new application arrangements are finalised.
Members asked questions, and received clarification, on the following:-
whether it would be in order for the Committee to make a payment in relation to trust purpose B if no applications were received for trust purposes A and C by the end of the financial year; and the general management of the fund.
The Committee agreed (a) to approve the procedure for considering applications for grants from the North Ayrshire Council (Kilwinning) Charitable Trust; and (b) that the current arrangements in relation to the payment of a grant in the sum of £5 to a Kilwinning resident continue until the new application arrangements are finalised.
8. Community Development Grants Scheme and Local Youth Action Fund: Application for Financial Assistance
Submitted report by the Corporate Director (Education and Skills) on applications for financial assistance received in respect of the Community Development Grants Scheme and the Local Youth Action Fund.
The Committee agreed to make the following awards:-
Page 5 9 Community Development Grants Organisation Award Woodwynd Community Association £2,000 subject to the condition that the funds be returned to the Council in the event that other grant applications for the full cost of the project are unsuccessful and the event does not proceed Blacklands Primary Parent Council £ 556.80
9. Date and Venue of Next Meeting
The next meeting of the Kilwinning Area Committee will be held on 12 December 2013 at 2.00 p.m. in Kilwinning Library.
10. Urgent Items
The Chair agreed that the undernoted items be considered as a matter of urgency to allow the grant request to be processed timeously and for Members to receive up-to-date information.
10.1 Community Development Grant Scheme and Local Youth Action Fund: Application for Financial Assistance
The Committee agreed to make an award of £750 to Promoting Kilwinning from the Community Development Grants Scheme.
10.2 Flooding in Kilwinning
There was discussion on the recent flooding which took place in parts of the Corsehill area of Kilwinning, including Fergushill Road.
The Committee agreed that the Corporate Director (Development and Environment) submit a report to the meeting on 12 December 2013 on the short-term and longer-term arrangements put in place to tackle flooding in this area.
The Meeting ended at 3.25 p.m.
Page 6 10 Tactical Assessment
Dates: 21/10/2013 - 27/11/2013 Councils: North Ayrshire Wards: Kilwinning Ward
Incident Analysis
Ward Council Ward as % of Council
Population 17029 135817 12.5% Dwellings 7825 65550 11.9% Incidents 28 235 11.9% Casualties 0 4 % Fire 0 1 % RTC 0 0 % Other 0 3 % Fatalities 0 1 % Fire 0 0 % RTC 0 0 % Other 0 1 %
Dwelling Fires: Accidental Top 10 Accidental Dwelling Fire Locations
Street Incident Count EVELYN TERR, ., KILWINNING 1 Total Incidents in all Ward Streets 1
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Dwelling Fires: Deliberate Top 10 Deliberate Dwelling Fire Locations
Data does not exist for the specified criteria.
Non Domestic Fires: Accidental Top 10 Accidental Non Domestic Fire Locations
Non Domestic Fires: Deliberate Top 10 Deliberate Non Domestic Fire Locations
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Vehicle Fires: Accidental Top 10 Accidental Vehicle Fire Locations
Vehicle Fires: Deliberate Top 10 Deliberate Vehicle Fire Locations
Street Incident Count A78, PENNYBURN, KILWINNING 1 Total Incidents in all Ward Streets 1
Rubbish Fires Top 10 Rubbish Fire Locations
Street Incident Count LONGFORD AVE, ., KILWINNING 3 ALMSWALL RD, ., KILWINNING 1 BRODICK AVE, ., KILWINNING 1 MAIN ST, ., KILWINNING 1 PENNYBURN RD, ., KILWINNING 1 Total Incidents in all Ward Streets 7
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Heath and Grass Fires Top 10 Heath and Grass Fire Locations
Derelict Buildings: Accidental Top 10 Accidental Derelict Buildings Locations
Data does not exist for the specified criteria.
Derelict Buildings: Deliberate Top 10 Deliberate Derelict Buildings Locations
Data does not exist for the specified criteria.
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False Alarms: Malicious Top 10 Malicious False Alarm Locations
False Alarms: Good Intent Top 10 Good Intent False Alarm Locations
Street Incident Count .n/a, .n/a, TORRANYARD 1 BANNOCH GDNS, ., KILWINNING 1 CLONCAIRD, ., KILWINNING 1 HOWGATE, ., KILWINNING 1 MILLSIDE GDNS, ., KILWINNING 1 STEVENSTON RD, ., KILWINNING 1 Total Incidents in all Ward Streets 6
False Alarms: Equipment Fault Top 10 Equipment Fault False Alarm Locations
Street Incident Count BANNOCH PL, ., KILWINNING 1 DALRY RD, ., KILWINNING 1 PENNYBURN RD, ., KILWINNING 1 SEYMOUR AVE, ., KILWINNING 1 ST WINNINGS LANE, ., KILWINNING 1 Total Incidents in all Ward Streets 5
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Road Traffic Collisions Top 10 Road Traffic Collision Locations
Water Related Incidents Top 10 Water Related Incident Locations
Street Incident Count FERGUSHILL RD, ., KILWINNING 1 MCGAVIN AVE, ., KILWINNING 1 Total Incidents in all Ward Streets 2
Other Special Services* Top 10 Other Special Services* Locations
Street Incident Count CALDERWOOD, ., KILWINNING 1 DALJARROCK, ., KILWINNING 1 DUNURE CRT, ., KILWINNING 1 FERGUSHILL RD, ., KILWINNING 1 GLENAPP PL, ., KILWINNING 1 Total Incidents in all Ward Streets 5
* - Excluding road traffic collisions and water related incidents
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Report Description
Given a date range, council and ward, this report provides demographic, incident, casualty and fatality information in tabular format. It also charts and lists the top ten street locations for a chosen list of incident types.
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Agenda Item 4 12 December 2013
Kilwinning Area Committee
Subject: Traffic Regulation Order for School Keep Clear zig zag markings
Purpose: To advise the Committee that a Traffic Regulation Order will be promoted to make School Keep Clear zig zag markings legally enforceable within North Ayrshire.
Recommendation: That the Committee notes the content of the report.
1. Introduction
1.1 Traffic congestion at school opening and closing times is often caused by parents parking inappropriately as near to the school entrance as possible. Often these cars cause a danger to pedestrians and cyclists as they block the footpath or reduce visibility when children are crossing the road.
2. Current Position
2.1 The Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2002 (as amended) permits local roads authorities to provide School Keep Clear zig zag road markings outside schools in order to control short term parking at entry/exit times. This marking can either be provided on an advisory basis or can be made legally enforceable when used in conjunction with an appropriate traffic sign and backed by a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO).
2.2 Historically many schools within North Ayrshire have advisory School Keep Clear zig zag road markings in place, which rely on voluntary compliance by parents.
2.3 Many schools are very concerned about the increased level of traffic management problems on the roads surrounding the school campus and following discussions with Police Scotland, it is considered appropriate to introduce this TRO to assist Police Scotland in carrying out their enforcement duties.
19 2.4 In North Ayrshire, the School Travel Plan Officer is responsible for the development and promotion of active travel initiatives within schools. A key element of this role is to encourage and support families to find healthy and sustainable travel modes on the school journey which could reduce the number of vehicles parking at schools. Some of the initiatives that are being promoted include School Travel Plans, Park and Stride, Walk to School Week and Cycle to School Day.
3. Proposals
3.1 It is proposed to introduce a TRO that will allow Police Scotland to enforce, under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, the prohibition of stopping or parking on existing School Keep Clear markings between the hours of 8.00 am and 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday. This TRO only relates to existing School Keep Clear markings and does not propose to introduce any new markings at this time.
3.2 School Keep Clear markings are currently in place on public roads at all schools within the Kilwinning Area with the exception of Kilwinning Academy and Pennyburn Primary School.
3.3 It is proposed that the Committee notes the above.
4. Implications
Financial Implications
4.1 The cost of promoting/advertising the TRO, making amendments to some of the existing road markings and erecting a pole and traffic sign at each location, will be sourced from the existing revenue budget within Development Planning Services (Roads) and a programme of works would be undertaken over a number of years.
Human Resource Implications
4.2 There are no human resource implications arising from this report.
Legal Implications
4.3 The Council’s Legal Service and Police Scotland will be consulted regarding the Traffic Regulation Order.
Equality Implications
4.4 There are no equality implications arising from this report.
Environmental Implications
4.5 There are no environmental implications arising from this report.
20 Implications for Key Priorities
4.6 The implementation of this scheme contributes to Single Outcome Agreement items 9(c) “Road safety has improved”.
5. Consultations
5.1 Consultation has taken place with Police Scotland and NAC Education Services who support this proposal.
6. Conclusion
6.1 The safety of children immediately outside many schools within North Ayrshire is frequently raised as a significant concern by many parents, due to the large volume of cars either dropping off or collecting children at schools.
6.2 While many schools have School Keep Clear markings already in place, these are advisory and are unable to be enforced by Police Scotland. In order to assist Police Scotland in managing inconsiderate parking outside schools, the Council will promote a TRO to introduce a restriction on stopping or parking on School Keep Clear zig zag markings between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm, Monday-Friday.
CRAIG HATTON Corporate Director (Development and Environment)
Reference : CF/HW For further information please contact Crawford Forsyth, Assistant Network Manager on 01294 225219 Background Papers None
21 22 NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Agenda Item 6 12 December 2013
Kilwinning Area Committee
Subject: Community Development Grant Scheme and Local Youth Action Fund: Applications for Financial Assistance
Purpose: To advise the Committee of applications received in respect of the Community Development Grant Scheme Award and Local Youth Action Fund.
Recommendation: That the Committee considers and determines the applications as outlined in Appendix 2.
1. Introduction
1.1 The Community Development Grant Scheme for the Kilwinning area has a balance of £5,169.20 available for disbursement.
1.2 The Local Youth Action Fund has a balance of £346 available for disbursement.
2. Current Position
2.1 An Application has been received within a number of categories of the Community Development Grant Scheme.
2.2 There are no applications to the Local Youth Action Fund to this meeting.
3. Proposals
3.1 It is proposed that the Committee considers and determines the application as outlined in Appendix 2 to the report.
4. Implications
Financial Implications
4.1 Award will be met from the available balance.
23 Human Resource Implications
4.2 There are no human resource implications arising from this report.
Legal Implications
4.3 There are no legal implications arising from this report.
Equality Implications
4.4 There are no equality implications arising from this report.
Environmental Implications
4.5 There are no environmental implications arising from this report.
Implications for Key Priorities
4.6 The following single outcome agreements are being addressed:
Safe and Secure: Increase levels of public reassurance about community safety.
Children's health and well-being is improved through breaking the cycle of poverty, inequality and poor outcomes: Child and young people are safe, healthy, active, aspiring and achieving. The life chances of vulnerable children and young people are improved.
North Ayrshire residents feel safer and communities are empowered: Fear of crime and antisocial behaviour has reduced. More residents engage in community activities and volunteering.
5. Consultations
5.1 Consultation has taken place between the applicant body and appropriate Officer of the Council.
24 6. Conclusion
6.1 Awards from the Community Development Grant Scheme award assist community-based projects, including cultural, social welfare, recreational or sporting based initiatives.
CAROL KIRK Corporate Director (Education and Skills)
Reference : JMcH/BA For further information please contact James McHarg, Community Engagement Manager on 01294 32440 Background Papers None
25 26 Community Development Grant Scheme Award 2013/2014
Kilwinning
Amount Allocated 2012/13: £15,350 Amount Allocated 2013/14: £12,764
Group/Organisation Ref No. Purpose of Grant Client Group Area Amount Balance 50% CDGS Split £12,764.00 £6,382 Kidszone 1 Music tuition & workshops Children/Arts Town £1,000 £11,764.00 £5,382 Promoting Kilwinning 2 Segdoune Carnival costs Events/Community Town £1,800 £9,964.00 £3,582 Corsehill C.A. 3 Corsehill Crowning costs Events/Community Corsheill £988 £8,976.00 £2,594 Release of Phase 2 of 50% split £6,382 £8,976.00 £8,976.00 Multiple Sclerosis 4 Social outing Disabilities Town £500 £8,476.00 Woodwynd C.A. 5 Hire of Ski‐Slope Community Town £2,000 £6,476.00 Blacklands Parent Cl. 6 Eco Flag Community Town £556.80 £5,919.20 Promoting Kilwinning 7 Christmas Event Community Town £750 £5,169.20
27 28 Local Youth Action Fund
Kilwinning
Amount Allocated 2012/13: £7,860 Amount Allocated 2013/14: £7,146
Group/Organisation Ref No. Purpose of Grant Area Amount Balance LYAF £7,146.00 Youth Under Construction 4 Ydance sessions Town £1,000 £6,146.00 Ayrshire Comm Educ & Sport 1 Street soccer event Woodwynd £800 £5,346.00 Kilwinning Boys Club 3 Outdoor residential Corsehill £1,000 £4,346.00 Corsheill C.A. 5 YP Activity Programme Corsehill £2,000 £2,346.00 Kilwinning Events 6 Fireworks Display Town £2,000 £346.00
29 30 Appendix 2
Community Development Grants Scheme 2013/2014 Applications from Organisations seeking Financial Assistance - Kilwinning Area Committee Meeting - 12 December 2013 Organisation Purpose of Grant Amount Amount Comments Requested Recommended Youth Under To replace £2,000 £1,500 The recommended Construction damaged/unsafe amount will enable the furniture in the meeting group purchase the Meeting place: The place: necessary furniture to Bridge Church Hall, 2 suit their needs, Dalry Road, Kilwinning 3-seat sofa - £495 however I have 2-seat sofa x 4 - suggested that they Established: 2001 £1,580 source cheaper Bar stools x 6 - £300 alternatives. Numbers attending: 50 - Coffee tables x 4 - 100+ £480
Balance in bank: Total cost of project: £8,694.17 (restricted £2,855 funds)
31 32 Appendix 3
Community Development Grants Scheme Assessment Form
1. Reporting Officer: Deirdre Oakley 2. Department: Community Development Telephone No.: 01294 468035
SECTION 1 - Details of Group/Organisation
3. Name of Group/Organisation: Youth Under Construction
4. Date of Officer's Visit: 26 November 2013
5. Are you satisfied that the details contained in the Grant Application are accurate? - Yes
If NO give reasons
6. Is the proposal a realistic undertaking of the group? - Yes
If NO explain why
7. Does the group carry appropriate insurance for the project? - Yes
8. Does group attendance concur with the application? - Yes
9. Does your organisation cater for children under the age of 16 years for more than 2 hours and more than 6 times per year? - No
If YES, is it registered with the Care Commission under the Regulation of Care (Scotland) Act 2001? - If NO explain why
10. Does the expenditure meet the Community Development Grant Funding Criteria? - Yes
33 SECTION 2 - Criteria for Assessment
11. In which way does this application address Council priorities?
Safe and Secure: Increase levels of public reassurance about community safety.
Children's Health and wellbeing is improved through breaking the cycle of poverty, inequality and poor outcomes: Child and young people are safe, healthy, active, aspiring and achieving. The life chances of vulnerable children and young people are improved.
North Ayrshire residents feel safer and communities are empowered: Fear of crime and antisocial behaviour has reduced. More residents engage in community activities and volunteering.
12. How will the expenditure develop the group/organisation and benefit the local community?
By replacing damaged/unsafe existing furniture, it will provide a more comfortable meeting place for the local community and groups who meet within the Centre.
13. How does the application show innovation or development?
I see no real evidence that the application shows innovation or development as it is merely an application to replace equipment.
14. Overall assessment?
I agree with the ethos behind the application to provide a more comfortable setting for people to meet, but I am sure the group could source furniture a bit cheaper than from IKEA that would serve the purpose just as well.
SECTION 3 - Details of Proposed Expenditure
15. Amount Requested: £2,000 16. Group Contribution: £855
SECTION 4 - Recommendation
17. Support Application: Yes
18. Defer Application?
19. Amount recommended: £1,500
Give reasons
It is my opinion and recommendation that the furniture could be sourced a bit cheaper than the quotes from IKEA.
Signature: Deirdre Oakley Date: 27 November 2013
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