| Thursday 10th June 2010 at 7.30pm at the
Village Hall
Present: Walter Wyse
(Chairman), Marion Donovan, Kym Bannerman, Ian Fleming, Fran
Keymer, George Murray, Christopher Heywood, John Prentice
& (CBO) Alan Richardson.
Apologies: Michael Cook (Councillor) and David
Raw (Councillor).
Police: (CBO) Alan Richardson
attended this months meeting and had a few items in his
records. It was reported on the 19th May 2010 in Grantshouse 2
(electric storage) heaters were stolen from the outside of a
house. Unfortunately no-one was able to get the vehicle
registration of a van seen in the area at time and it has been
difficult to find out who it was. (CBO) Alan Richardson has
issued a security warning as there are a number of thefts in
the Berwickshire area which seem to be related to scrap metal
and household items which are not secured properly. The thefts
are committed by assailants using vans and at the moment it
seems that the flat bed tipper is the preferred choice. 22nd
May 2010 in the Village Hall in Grantshouse there was a mobile
phone stolen.
28th May there were reports of a strange van in the Deanfoot
area but no details were taken.
Once again this month we are plagued by scams. The first of
this months report was also highlighted on Watchdog on the 3rd
June 2010. The scam involved a salesman from Direct Response
Security Systems coming to your home to discuss having a
burglar alarm fitted, they would state that the alarm is free
of charge. Their claims also stated that they were linked
directly to the police car in the area. These claims are false
as is the free of charge equipment for the agreement is
actually a contract for you to pay a monthly administration
cost. For more up-to-date and accurate information please log
on to:- http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/watchdog/2010/06/rogue_directresponse.html
.
If anyone receives a call on your mobile and they ask you to
press a button to ensure it works properly then Do not do
this. It is a scam and if you do press any buttons it allows
the caller to gain access to your records and also take credit
from your account. The third to be highlighted was in the
Berwickshire News (10 June 2010 issue). Calls are being made
to computer owners telling them that their computers are
infected with a virus and they have the anti-virus software.
They give a code to put in the computer (which enables to
caller to enter the computer remotely and access all private,
personal info) they will then charge between £65 & £230
for the software.
If you witness a crime in progress or hear of a crime that has
been committed please either contact Eyemouth Police Station
during working hours on 01890 850 217 or e-mail Kirsty or Alan
at
berwickshirecbos@lbp.pnn.police.uk . For use out-of-hours
please contact Hawick Police Station on 01450 375 051. It is
asked that anything suspicious be taken note of. To contact
the SB Wardens you can either e-mail them at communitywardens@scotborders.gov.uk
or phone 0800
028 5711 or fax 01835 869 698. Neighbourhood Watch: Nothing was
reported to Neighbourhood Watch this month but it was later
discovered that a property in Grantshouse had heaters stolen
from the front of their house. vAs always we do urge people to
phone the police of anything suspicious. Please let Walter
Wyse (neighbourhood watch officer) know by contacting him on
(01361 850 620). Due to previous quick thinking of residents
it is good to know that the NHW Scheme is working in the area.
Previous Minutes: Proposed by Ian Fleming and seconded
by Fran Keymer.
Matters Arising:
Communal Blue Recycling Bins:- Phase 2 of
supplying blue communal bins has started and will take till
the end of July before all properties requiring this type of
bin have them delivered. It has been stated that there will be
some properties who are unable to get these bins due to
restricted access for collection so it has been said that in
these situations to continue to use the clear and purple
bags..Bins at Harelawside:- Since the last meeting the council
have been informed that another bin is required at Harelawside.
There are 2 bins already which are placed quite a distance
from each other and a third bin would be ideally required. Kym
will contact the SBC about getting another bin for the area.
Treasures Report: As of the 13th May
2010 the balance of the C.C. bank account was sitting at
£728.54 with £15 due back for the Grantshouse Community
Company’s Annual Return.
Planning:
Planning Applications:
(10/00200/FUL): An amended planning application has been
received for the erection of 7 houses at Harelawside. The
amended plans show the garage and house on plot 7 have been
reversed. There was a majority vote and an objection letter
will be sent to the planning department. Neighbour
Objections/support have to be received by the 14th June 2010
and business etc. objections/support have to be received by
the 21st June 2010.
(09/01134/FUL): An amended planning application for 2 houses
at Deanfoot was received on the 20th May 2010. The plans were
assessed and a majority vote was cast to a vote of “No
Objection”.
The reply was returned before the C.C. meeting as the closing
date was the 1st June 2010.
(10/00424/FUL): A planning application for a single Wind
Turbine at Renton Barns was approved. Kym contacted the SBC as
there weren’t any plans etc. for this application sent to
the C.C. It was explained that the turbine is for the use of
the house only and has been passed as a “householder”
application and no plans were required to be issued to anyone.
Penmansheil 2 Masts: The planning application to erect 2 60
meter masts for wind reading has been withdrawn.
As soon as there are any decisions made available regarding
planning applications in the Grantshouse area the C.C. will
report to the community.
Transport Scotland: Transport Scotland replied to P Allinsons
application to close the north entrance for the planning
application 10/00194/FUL. We will aim to contact Transport
Scotland and explain why we see the junction in question
should be left free and open. There are 35 properties who use
this entrance and it is also a through road link to the A1107.
Outward Bound Centre (OBC): The SBC were contacted
about the roof of the OBC and on Monday 17th May 2010 Ian
Lothian visited the building for inspection. The C.C. haven’t
heard back yet and Kym will contact the SBC for more
information. The door of the OBC hasn’t been snubbed
properly at the bottom and when Kym contacts the SBC she will
inform them of this oversight.
Playing Field: Walter Wyse has very kindly been keeping the
grass at the Playing Field mowed. Many hours have been put
into the upkeep and the Community Trust have kindly said they
will pay Walter for every 10 cuts made.
Correspondence:
Coldingham Pharmacy Objection: Kym wrote and
objection letter about the possibility of a new Pharmacy to be
opened in Coldingham. On the 2nd of June 2010, Kym>br> received an
e-mail confirming that the letter had been received and passed
to the relevant department. SESplan: Sesplan is preparing a
new Strategic Development Plan for Edinburgh and South East
Scotland, when approved, will replace existing structure
plans. More information can be found at public libraries and
Council Planning Receptions or online at www.sesplan.gov.uk.
Any Other Business:
Wind-farm Financial Aid: Community Energy Scotland were
contacted for information on financial aid, unfortunately
there are no funds available at this present time. More
information will be released when available.
SBC Contacts:
Customer Services Department: Tel: 0300-100-1800 Main
Switchboard:
Tel: 01835-824000
(Wednesdays 08:45 – 17:00, Thursdays 08:45 -
19:00, Fridays 08:45 -15:45 and Saturdays 09:00 - 13:00). Out
of Hours Emergencies Tel: 01896 752111
Scottish Borders Council
Council Headquarters
Newtown St Boswell's
MELROSE
TD6 0SA
Date of Next meeting: Thursday 9th September 2010 at 7.30pm in the Village Hall. All are welcome to attend.
Questions from the public will be invited by the Chair at the
end of the meeting.
Any queries or matters the public would like to raise with the
Community Council for discussion/advice should be sent to the Secretary by e-mail -
kym.bannerman@lycos.com |