DRAFT\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minutes of Meeting of<\/p>\n
East Lammermuir Community Council<\/p>\n
held on Tuesday 17 January, 2012 in<\/p>\n
Innerwick Village Hall<\/p>\n
Present:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Cllrs C Bruce (Chair)\/J Hanvidge\/P Armstrong\/M Mylne\/<\/p>\n D Charlton\/M Ramsay\/B Wyllie\/P Swain<\/p>\n In Attendance:\u00a0 Cllrs J Bell\/P McLennan (from 9pm)\/PC Gavin Ross\/P Jaffray, plus<\/p>\n two members of the public and two representatives from Sustaining<\/p>\n Dunbar \u2013 Philip Revell and Ian Waugh<\/p>\n 1:00\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Apologies:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>None<\/p>\n Cllr Bruce welcomed everyone to the meeting and introduced Philip Revell and Ian Waugh, Sustaining Dunbar, who gave a presentation on Dunbar Community Energy Project.\u00a0 Mr Revell provided brief background information on Sustaining Dunbar whose aim is to bring people together to create a resilient community.\u00a0 Mr Waugh explained Dunbar Community Energy Project, a trading subsidiary of Sustaining Dunbar, and their wish to establish a community wind turbine at Cocklaw, Oldhamstocks, which would be of financial benefit to Ward 7, covering Dunbar, East Linton and the area of East Lammermuir.\u00a0 Following consultation and research Sustaining Dunbar were seeking the opinion of Ward 7 and are currently canvassing the area, as to whether the local community would like to see established a 500kw community turbine at the Cocklaw site.\u00a0 He asked the committee to consider the draft Resilience Action Plan and to provide comments when they had done so.<\/p>\n Discussion and questions followed and the meeting felt that those living further away from the actual site, would not necessarily have an objection or be aware of how populated the East Lammermuir area was with wind turbines.\u00a0 Further information can be found on dunbarcommunityenergy.org.uk and an open meeting has been arranged to take place in Dunbar library on 26 January from 2pm-7.30pm.\u00a0 It was further noted residents in Oldhamstocks have received a questionnaire relating to the Cocklaw turbine, but no other East Lammermuir village had received information.<\/p>\n 2:00\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Approval of Minutes of Meeting held on 29 November, 2011.<\/strong>\u00a0 The minutes were approved.<\/p>\n 3:00\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Any other business to be added to the Agenda:\u00a0 <\/strong>None<\/p>\n 4:00\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Business:<\/strong><\/p>\n PC Gavin Ross advised of two pending changes within the Dunbar community team. Later this month Sgt Gordon Simpson is moving on to become the East Lothian Local Authority Liaison Officer, his replacement is yet to be chosen.\u00a0 PC Davie Aitchison is returning to response duties from Dunbar, again his replacement has yet to be decided.<\/p>\n There are few incidents to report since the last meeting, mostly dealing with theft and PC Ross asked that all occupiers and businesses in the area take every reasonable precaution to prevent theft and that people remain vigilant to suspicious behaviour.<\/p>\n On 7 December 2011 it was discovered that a theft of copper had occurred at the Blackcastle Hill radio mast, this had possibly occurred at any time in 2011.<\/p>\n Between 3 and 4 January 2012 an attempt was made to break in to the Crystal Rig high voltage substation by ram raiding the gates, no entry appears to have been made and nothing was stolen.<\/p>\n Between 5 and 6 January 2012 there was a theft of tools from a locked shed at Thurston Mains Farm, Innerwick.<\/p>\n On 13 January 2012 two kids’ bikes were stolen from the roadside by Thornton Glen, 1 x white BMX and 1 x blue and grey mountain bike<\/p>\n The next Dunbar Community and Police Partnership meeting will be held at Dunbar Police Station at 7:30pm on the 23 January. The meeting has an open forum format and all members of the public are fully welcome to attend and discuss any concerns they have in relation to the Dunbar area.\u00a0 The priorities for this month are Cycle Lights and Environmental issues.<\/p>\n ELCC reiterated their request to have a speed reactor placed in the village of Innerwick, as speeding was of concern.\u00a0 PC Ross would speak with ELC Colin Baird, but would meantime arrange to have spot speed checks in the village.<\/p>\n No further incidents to report regarding card-skimming devices on ATMs within East Lothian.<\/p>\n Fly tipping was of concern and all incidents were to be reported to Dunbar Police station.<\/p>\n 5:00\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Treasurer\u2019s Report:\u00a0 <\/strong>The balance as of 17 January, 2012 stands at \u00a3777.42.\u00a0 Cllr Hanvidge reminded councillors all local priorities funding projects (\u00a3620 per village) had to be completed or in hand by 31 March, 2012.<\/p>\n The wind farm workshop would take place on Sunday 22 January, 2012 at Ruchlaw Mains and Cllr Bruce emphasised the importance for all councillors to attend this.\u00a0 Cllr Charlton advised, due to work commitments she was unsure whether she could attend, but stressed she would do her very best to do so.\u00a0 Once this workshop has taken place, a decision would be reached as to how ELCC would make an approach to organisations\/groups etc and how much money would be available.\u00a0 This Sunday\u2019s workshop was for ELCC councillors only and the purpose was to establish a set of principals and related criteria for the application of funds received from Fred Olsen Renewables.\u00a0 These would be considered more widely after the event.<\/p>\n 6:00\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Matters Arising (Previous)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Action<\/strong><\/p>\n Wester Dodd Wind farm (Aikengall 2):\u00a0 Community Windpower has put forward amended proposals for wind turbines of 125m.\u00a0 The Reporter has sought advice from the Scottish Government as to whether the entire proposal has to be resubmitted. It was advised no new submission was required and the Reporters final decision would be reached on 24 January, 2012.\u00a0 ELCC felt that the reduction in height did not make a massive difference to the visibility impact for this development.<\/p>\n Ferneylea Wind farm application.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Nil to report<\/p>\n Blackburn Wind farm application.\u00a0\u00a0 Nil to report<\/p>\n BeGreen Dunbar & District: Cllr P Swain has resigned as a director mainly due to his disappointment and disillusionment with this organisation.\u00a0 During the six months he had been a director the lack of progress in putting this community interest company on a proper footing was of concern.\u00a0 Philip Revell who was in attendance was also disappointed at the lack of progress, some of which was out of his control and he hoped the Community Interest Company would become a legal entity in the near future.\u00a0 He hoped a further representative from ELCC would be forthcoming.\u00a0 It was agreed ELCC would look at the situation when the organisation was on a proper footing.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ELCC<\/strong><\/p>\n Belhaven Hospital Forum:\u00a0 Since the last meeting no minutes or notification of the next meeting, which is due to take place on 24 January, 2012, have been forthcoming.\u00a0 Concerns were also expressed over the lack of winter home care services in the rural area and the best way forward to identify vulnerable people within ELCC area.\u00a0 These, together with other concerns would be discussed with Mr Murray Leys, head of adult social care, who has agreed to meet with Cllrs Charlton\/Hanvidge & Bruce.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0DC\/JH\/CB<\/strong><\/p>\n Lafarge Liaison meeting:\u00a0 Cllr Wyllie reported on the liaison meeting held on 6 December. The north-west quarry is filling up quicker than anticipated and if necessary any over fill can be pumped out to sea.\u00a0 The new cycle path is now open.\u00a0 The section of road on the old A1 between the quarry and Dryburn area will be closed.\u00a0 A representative from the RSPB would like to speak to ELCC on the north-west quarry.\u00a0 ELCC agreed to postpone this until summer, 2012.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PA\/BW<\/strong><\/p>\n Viridor:\u00a0 Unfortunately Cllr Charlton was unable to attend the liaison meeting due to work commitments and had no details to report.<\/p>\n 7:00\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Councillors\u2019 Reports<\/strong><\/p>\n Correspondence from consultants McNally, employed by Viridor with regard to the proposed incinerator advising of their intention to extend the area for the incinerator. Principal variation of condition 5 of planning consent to extend the area for receipt of waste energy from waste plant, Oxwellmains.\u00a0 A public exhibition would be held week commencing 20 February, 2012.<\/p>\n Dog fouling was of concern both in Innerwick and Stenton.\u00a0 Cllrs Swain\/Charlton\/Wyllie\/Ramsay to contact dog warden, Mr J Wilson re dog watch scheme.<\/p>\n \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0PS\/DC\/BW\/MR<\/strong><\/p>\n A local resident has expressed alarm at the decreasing number of barn owls in the area and requested any one spotting a barn owl to advise Cllr Swain.\u00a0 The item would be mentioned in the newsletter.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PS<\/strong><\/p>\n The Stenton church wooden gate handle is broken and pot holes in and around Stenton are of concern.\u00a0 Cllr MacLennan would report.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PMcL<\/strong><\/p>\n The inspection cover at Spott village hall needs to be replaced. Cllr Bell would report. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0JB<\/strong><\/p>\n Resurfacing work from Spott roundabout towards Spott village had been carried out, but the white lines and other directional signs are required.\u00a0 The water run-off from Easter Broomhouse, mostly from the field, on to the road was causing damage.\u00a0 The roads from Spott village to The Halls and Frizzels Wood House are in an appalling condition.\u00a0 Cllr Bell will report.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 JB<\/strong><\/p>\n Oldhamstock verges are extremely dangerous, due to the amount of water and now ice and the lack of kerbs, which had been promised. Cllrs Bell & MacLennen will arrange to meet with ELC Brian Cooper to discuss all these issues.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PMcL\/JB<\/strong><\/p>\n Telephone signal from Vodaphone and BT has been unavailable for a period of two weeks in the Oldhamstocks area.\u00a0 This was not acceptable as not everyone had access to other telephone providers and the public phone box was no longer in operation.\u00a0 Cllr McLennan would raise these concerns with the appropriate person.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PMcL<\/strong><\/p>\n Planning Applications:\u00a0 <\/strong>Alterations to house in Stenton. Erection of 1 wind turbine and associated work at Woodhall, Innerwick.\u00a0 Installation of silos and intake equipment at Lafarge Cement.\u00a0 Storage of hazardous substances, hydrazine, sodium hypochlorite and ammonia at Torness Power Station<\/p>\n 8:00\u00a0 Correspondence<\/strong><\/p>\n Mainstream Offshore provided a copy of their environmental impact study.<\/p>\n ELC \u2013 information on Community Environmental Fund<\/p>\n ELC –\u00a0 information on change of ward in North Berwick to one ward.\u00a0 Does ELCC have any changes they wish to make.\u00a0 ELCC agreed their wards worked well.<\/p>\n Public Transport \u2013 All concerned parties are working together for the improvement of the infrastructure and JB to contact Perrymans for information on their new service.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 JB<\/strong><\/p>\n 9:00\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Date of Next Meeting:\u00a0\u00a0 Tuesday 28 February, 2012 in Oldhamstocks Village Hall<\/strong><\/p>\n Tuesday 10 April\u00a0 –\u00a0 Stenton<\/p>\n Tuesday 22 May\u00a0\u00a0 –\u00a0 Spott<\/p>\n Tuesday 3 July\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 –\u00a0 Innerwick<\/p>\n Tuesday 21 August – Oldhamstocks<\/p>\n Tuesday 2 October\u00a0 –\u00a0 Stenton<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" DRAFT\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minutes of Meeting of East Lammermuir Community Council held on Tuesday 17 January, 2012 in Innerwick Village Hall Present:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Cllrs C Bruce (Chair)\/J Hanvidge\/P Armstrong\/M Mylne\/ D Charlton\/M Ramsay\/B Wyllie\/P Swain In Attendance:\u00a0 Cllrs J Bell\/P McLennan (from 9pm)\/PC Gavin Ross\/P Jaffray, plus two members of the public and two representatives from Sustaining Dunbar … <\/p>\n