Tonight I was at the AGM of Portlethen community council. A lot of interesting issues were discussed at the meeting. Here are some of the key points.
– Chairperson Ron Sharp appealed for more residents to come forward especially from Hillside. He said the community council can only go from strength to strength with the support of the community.
– Three community councillors have stepped down – Dave Dell, Alice Mair, and Anne Wilkins. Four were re-elected – Tom Morrow, Carol Dawson, Paul Melling and Derek Johnson. The office-bearers were all re-elected with Ron Sharp as chairperson, Ian Bruce as vice-chairperson, Mike Lloyd-Wiggins as secretary, Alison Duncan as treasurer and Derek Johnson as planning officer.
– The results of a community survey were discussed. There were many positive comments from the 252 people especially regarding other people. The medical centre received much praise. Many want more buses and trains, better parks, a good gym, and more information about events. The comments will be taken into account when drawing up a town action plan.
– Two police officers attended the meeting and listened to concerns. They said that parking outside local schools is an issue which is being given attention. Community councillors expressed disappointment that questions posed to officers at previous meetings had not been answered.
– An application for planning permission for a football pitch at Hillside was included in a discussion about planning matters,
– The community council needs better secure storage for various assets including the Christmas light. Any suggestions and offers would be welcome.
– Plans for a pensioners’ playground in Burnside Park are to be pursued, following a report from community councillor Paul Melling.
– Many other issues were discussed too. Five members of the public were there tonight. You can come along too to the next meeting in Portlethen Academy on 25 April.