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