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October 2022 Feughside Community Resilience Plan Survey
Will you volunteer to support Feughside Resilience?
During the 2021/22 storm power cuts our community responded well but many people thought we could do better. Neighbours did rally round to help each other but there was little coordination and some responses were duplicated and/or not well organised. Communications (particularly from SSEN) were either absent, impossible or confused. Feughside Community Council (FCC) and Strachan Hall Committee is developing a Resilience Plan to coordinate what we as a community can do to improve our response to future disruptions. We are considering three main thrusts:
The success of this plan will depend on the number of volunteers. This survey is being circulated to ask you to volunteer as:
We will be grateful if you would take 5 minutes to fill in the survey below so we can better understand the needs of the community. Please return the survey either by paper copy or electronically by 21st November 2022. Paper copies can be returned to:
Or you may fill in the survey online at https://forms.gle/Jq4yNxDRhhthDAoK8
Will you volunteer to support Feughside Resilience?
During the 2021/22 storm power cuts our community responded well but many people thought we could do better. Neighbours did rally round to help each other but there was little coordination and some responses were duplicated and/or not well organised. Communications (particularly from SSEN) were either absent, impossible or confused. Feughside Community Council (FCC) and Strachan Hall Committee is developing a Resilience Plan to coordinate what we as a community can do to improve our response to future disruptions. We are considering three main thrusts:
- Communication - a Resilience Buddy system for nine areas with addresses grouped by postcode. The Resilience Buddy system will primarily enable communications with/without telephone/internet.
- Help for vulnerable members of the community. In the event of an emergency, Resilience Buddies will have previously identified which addresses have vulnerable residents who may want help and will endeavour to contact them within 12 hours to arrange it.
- Installation of an emergency generator so Strachan Village Hall can become a hub providing:
- A place of shelter, warmth and light
- Cooking facilities, toilets, hot water
- Telephone and Internet for work and to contact friends/relatives, emergency services, doctor etc.
- A focal point for residents generally and vulnerable residents in particular.
The success of this plan will depend on the number of volunteers. This survey is being circulated to ask you to volunteer as:
- Resilience Buddy: We want to identify two Resilience Buddies for each of the nine areas, 18 volunteers in all.
- Generator Group: Before accepting money for the generator, we want to establish a Generator Group to specify, obtain permissions, buy, install, commission and maintain the generator. The Hall Committee are supportive but do not feel able to own the generator so we may ask the newly formed Feughside Community Association to take ownership.
- Generator Supervisor: After that we will need to establish a winter standby rota of say eight people who (with training) can start/stop, refuel and watch over the generator during power cuts.
We will be grateful if you would take 5 minutes to fill in the survey below so we can better understand the needs of the community. Please return the survey either by paper copy or electronically by 21st November 2022. Paper copies can be returned to:
- any member of Feughside Community Council or
- any member of the Strachan Hall Committee or
- delivered to the post box at Strachan Hall.
Or you may fill in the survey online at https://forms.gle/Jq4yNxDRhhthDAoK8
July 2021 – Monthly Police Report
Marr Policing Priority - Antisocial Behaviour, Violence and Disorder
Reports of youths causing annoyance at Raemoir quarry, additional concerns there regarding resident wildlife, Police attended however no youths on arrival. This will be given passing attention when able.
Young persons were seen within the Hill of Banchory school smoking, police attended but no persons were seen. This is already being given passing attention and will remain so whilst officers are able.
Torphins Primary school – young persons were seen on the roof of the school however it could not be clarified if they were there to just retrieve a ball. There has been no further calls.
Lairds Cast, Inchmarlo – report of older youths there smoking and drinking, upon police attendance no persons seen however as always will be bore in mind for any patrol time.
Report of young persons jumping into the water at the Feugh Salmon fisheries, police attended and no persons seen. This is extremely dangerous, there were no further calls.
Marr Policing Priority - Acquisitive Crime
An attempt was made to break in to a shed in Arbeadie Road, Banchory, enquiries are being made.
Marr Policing Priority - Road Safety and Road Crime
We continue to try and maintain a presence in certain areas including Raemoir Road, Torphins, Inchmarlo and other areas regarding any speeding offences.
One day during July officers were in attendance at
A93 at Glenshee
A93 at Tulloch Straight, Ballater
A93 at Dinnet
A93 at Aboyne nr Rhu-na-haven Road
A93 in Banchory near Fountain Dental Practice
A93 at Council Road depot
Various people were warned all over and two people were issued a ticket in Banchory (48 & 47mph)
We will continue to have a presence as often as resources allow.
Marr Policing Priority - Wildlife Crime
An illegal bird trap was found in the area of Tornaveen, this was bought to SSPCA and Police attention. Enquiries continue.
2 Goshawk chicks were found dead near to a nest in Brathens, it is unknown if this is a criminal matter and enquiries are being made.
Other Policing Activity and Information
We continue to try and have a presence in all areas when we can and assist the public. We still encourage our community to contact us on 101 and not just stop at highlighting things on social media.
Please feel free to contact ourselves at the office or get in touch, we are considering starting a local police surgery sometime in the future with a local officer when we and our community feel it is safe to do so. If anybody feels that we need to look at anything specific then please feel free to let us know.
Marr Policing Priority - Antisocial Behaviour, Violence and Disorder
Reports of youths causing annoyance at Raemoir quarry, additional concerns there regarding resident wildlife, Police attended however no youths on arrival. This will be given passing attention when able.
Young persons were seen within the Hill of Banchory school smoking, police attended but no persons were seen. This is already being given passing attention and will remain so whilst officers are able.
Torphins Primary school – young persons were seen on the roof of the school however it could not be clarified if they were there to just retrieve a ball. There has been no further calls.
Lairds Cast, Inchmarlo – report of older youths there smoking and drinking, upon police attendance no persons seen however as always will be bore in mind for any patrol time.
Report of young persons jumping into the water at the Feugh Salmon fisheries, police attended and no persons seen. This is extremely dangerous, there were no further calls.
Marr Policing Priority - Acquisitive Crime
An attempt was made to break in to a shed in Arbeadie Road, Banchory, enquiries are being made.
Marr Policing Priority - Road Safety and Road Crime
We continue to try and maintain a presence in certain areas including Raemoir Road, Torphins, Inchmarlo and other areas regarding any speeding offences.
One day during July officers were in attendance at
A93 at Glenshee
A93 at Tulloch Straight, Ballater
A93 at Dinnet
A93 at Aboyne nr Rhu-na-haven Road
A93 in Banchory near Fountain Dental Practice
A93 at Council Road depot
Various people were warned all over and two people were issued a ticket in Banchory (48 & 47mph)
We will continue to have a presence as often as resources allow.
Marr Policing Priority - Wildlife Crime
An illegal bird trap was found in the area of Tornaveen, this was bought to SSPCA and Police attention. Enquiries continue.
2 Goshawk chicks were found dead near to a nest in Brathens, it is unknown if this is a criminal matter and enquiries are being made.
Other Policing Activity and Information
We continue to try and have a presence in all areas when we can and assist the public. We still encourage our community to contact us on 101 and not just stop at highlighting things on social media.
Please feel free to contact ourselves at the office or get in touch, we are considering starting a local police surgery sometime in the future with a local officer when we and our community feel it is safe to do so. If anybody feels that we need to look at anything specific then please feel free to let us know.
December 2020
Marr Area Committee convened on 15/12/20 when Strachan School was considered. The recommendation was to close Strachan School and reassign its catchment area to create a dual zone between Banchory Primary School and Finzean School, for the consideration of Education & Children's Services Committee.
Marr Area Committee convened on 15/12/20 when Strachan School was considered. The recommendation was to close Strachan School and reassign its catchment area to create a dual zone between Banchory Primary School and Finzean School, for the consideration of Education & Children's Services Committee.
December 2020
Feughside Community Council
On December 1oth the first AGM of the new Feughside Community Council was held virtually at which the new Community Councillors were formally elected into their new roles and the new constitution adopted.
The new Feughside Community Council has been formed out of the previous Feughdee West community council following a period of engagement resulting from the Community Action Plan review process. The Feughside CC will represent the communities of Glendye, Strachan, Tilquhillie and Auchattie.
The new email address for the secretary is feughsidecc.secretary@gmail.com
Feughside Community Council
On December 1oth the first AGM of the new Feughside Community Council was held virtually at which the new Community Councillors were formally elected into their new roles and the new constitution adopted.
The new Feughside Community Council has been formed out of the previous Feughdee West community council following a period of engagement resulting from the Community Action Plan review process. The Feughside CC will represent the communities of Glendye, Strachan, Tilquhillie and Auchattie.
The new email address for the secretary is feughsidecc.secretary@gmail.com
November 2020
Feughside Community Council Elections
Nine Candidates were validly nominated for the nine available Councillor positions and as such have been duly elected without the requirement for an election voting process in Strachan Hall.
The AGM will take place on December 10th at 19:30 virtually on Zoom.
Feughside Community Council Elections
Nine Candidates were validly nominated for the nine available Councillor positions and as such have been duly elected without the requirement for an election voting process in Strachan Hall.
The AGM will take place on December 10th at 19:30 virtually on Zoom.
November 2020
Community Council Elections
The election for the new Inchmarlo, Brathens and Glassel community Council is imminent!
Voting for Inchmalo, Brathens and Glassel Community Council will be held at Inchmarlo Village Hall on Saturday 28th between 14:00 - 16:00, please show your support to participate as a committee member and/or as an involved member of the community.
Nomination forms are available from marr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk or by calling 019755 20400 and must be returned by 4pm on Friday 20 November, 2020.
Community Council Elections
The election for the new Inchmarlo, Brathens and Glassel community Council is imminent!
Voting for Inchmalo, Brathens and Glassel Community Council will be held at Inchmarlo Village Hall on Saturday 28th between 14:00 - 16:00, please show your support to participate as a committee member and/or as an involved member of the community.
Nomination forms are available from marr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk or by calling 019755 20400 and must be returned by 4pm on Friday 20 November, 2020.
November 2020
Formation of new Community Councils
As a result of the community engagement process following the develpment and subsequent review of the Community Action Plan (CAP) it was agreed that the current Feugh Dee West Community Council would be dissolved and two new Community Councils formed covering the respective areas North and South of the Dee. The new Feughside Community Council will include the communities of Strachan ( including Glen Dye), Auchattie, Blackhall, Bridge of Feugh and Tilquhillie. The new Inchmarlo, Brathens and Glassel Community Council will represent the communities of Inchmarlo, Brathens and Glassel.
The elections for the new Community Councils are scheduled to take place on November 28th, the process of preparing for dissolution is ongoing, with new websites and contact details to be launched as soon as posisble after the formal dissolution and formation of the new CC's. All efforts will be made to ensure the transition process is as smooth as possible, it would assist if windfarm funding requests can be witheld until the new CC's are formed and committee's are in place.
Formation of new Community Councils
As a result of the community engagement process following the develpment and subsequent review of the Community Action Plan (CAP) it was agreed that the current Feugh Dee West Community Council would be dissolved and two new Community Councils formed covering the respective areas North and South of the Dee. The new Feughside Community Council will include the communities of Strachan ( including Glen Dye), Auchattie, Blackhall, Bridge of Feugh and Tilquhillie. The new Inchmarlo, Brathens and Glassel Community Council will represent the communities of Inchmarlo, Brathens and Glassel.
The elections for the new Community Councils are scheduled to take place on November 28th, the process of preparing for dissolution is ongoing, with new websites and contact details to be launched as soon as posisble after the formal dissolution and formation of the new CC's. All efforts will be made to ensure the transition process is as smooth as possible, it would assist if windfarm funding requests can be witheld until the new CC's are formed and committee's are in place.
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Recycling Centre to re-open
Aberdeenshire Council confirms partial re-opening of Household Recycling Centres from June 1
Aberdeenshire Council has confirmed it will re-open 12 of its Household Recycling Centres( including Banchory) for bagged general waste, garden waste and electrical items.
Residents of Aberdeenshire will be asked to book a slot online to control the volume of vehicles – cars and pick-ups only - accessing both the centres and surrounding areas at any one time.
https://online.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/apps/news/release.aspx?newsid=5788
More information will be provided on the Aberdeenshire Council Recycling and Waste Facebook page " our Facebook page " and on https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/waste/waste-covid-19/, including when the booking system will be opened up for bookings.
The booking system is expected to open at some point next week,
Recycling Centre to re-open
Aberdeenshire Council confirms partial re-opening of Household Recycling Centres from June 1
Aberdeenshire Council has confirmed it will re-open 12 of its Household Recycling Centres( including Banchory) for bagged general waste, garden waste and electrical items.
Residents of Aberdeenshire will be asked to book a slot online to control the volume of vehicles – cars and pick-ups only - accessing both the centres and surrounding areas at any one time.
https://online.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/apps/news/release.aspx?newsid=5788
More information will be provided on the Aberdeenshire Council Recycling and Waste Facebook page " our Facebook page " and on https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/waste/waste-covid-19/, including when the booking system will be opened up for bookings.
The booking system is expected to open at some point next week,
May 2020
BBC Debate Night
BBC debate night is coming to Aberdeenshire.
BBC Scotland's Debate Night is back for a second series, and is looking for residents of the Aberdeenshire area to be part of the audience from your home via laptop or PC and have the chance to put your questions to Scotland's politicians and public figures.
The Aberdeenshire episode will take place on WEDNESDAY 20th MAY 2020. Visit www.bbc.co.uk/debatenight today and click 'Join the Audience'.
Previous episodes are available to watch via BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000htfx
Why take part?
Debate Night is an opportunity to put questions and experiences directly to Scotland's policymakers in your own words giving people the opportunity to question those in charge.
Maybe you are a key worker, have been self-isolating or your work has been affected by Coronavirus; whatever your situation, there is an opportunity to apply and be part of the discussion.
BBC Debate Night
BBC debate night is coming to Aberdeenshire.
BBC Scotland's Debate Night is back for a second series, and is looking for residents of the Aberdeenshire area to be part of the audience from your home via laptop or PC and have the chance to put your questions to Scotland's politicians and public figures.
The Aberdeenshire episode will take place on WEDNESDAY 20th MAY 2020. Visit www.bbc.co.uk/debatenight today and click 'Join the Audience'.
Previous episodes are available to watch via BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000htfx
Why take part?
Debate Night is an opportunity to put questions and experiences directly to Scotland's policymakers in your own words giving people the opportunity to question those in charge.
Maybe you are a key worker, have been self-isolating or your work has been affected by Coronavirus; whatever your situation, there is an opportunity to apply and be part of the discussion.
November 2019
Community Consultation Regarding Change of Boundary/ Dissolution.
Feughdee West Community Council (FWCC) presently represents the communities of Inchmarlo, part of Glassel, Brathens, Strachan, Glen Dye, Auchattie, Tilquhillie, Bridge of Feugh and Blackhall.
We have recently produced a Community Action Plan (CAP), outlining potential community projects for the next 15 years. As a result of that work, it was noted that not only are various communities separated geographically by the River Dee, Scolty Hill and the town of Banchory (with no direct road connection) but they also have different demographics and different priorities. Subsequently no joint projects were identified within the CAP.
The CAP did not suggest that the communities should ‘split’ in order to achieve the proposed projects. Nevertheless a conversation was started to understand both the benefits and disadvantages of dissolving or changing the current FWCC boundary and possibly creating two new Community Councils.
After seeking guidance from Aberdeenshire Council - FWCC voted on three options:
A vote saw the majority of community councillors in favour of a change to the present set up. However, prior to making such a change there must be a community consultation.
The tab below " Community consultation questionnaire" contains information outlining the three available options including the identified advantages and dissadvantages of each option. There are also three questions which directly relate to the options.
To help guide our decision on the future of FWCC, we would like you to complete the attached short questionnaire or alternatively complete the online survey
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/YJ7CVD7
Community Consultation Regarding Change of Boundary/ Dissolution.
Feughdee West Community Council (FWCC) presently represents the communities of Inchmarlo, part of Glassel, Brathens, Strachan, Glen Dye, Auchattie, Tilquhillie, Bridge of Feugh and Blackhall.
We have recently produced a Community Action Plan (CAP), outlining potential community projects for the next 15 years. As a result of that work, it was noted that not only are various communities separated geographically by the River Dee, Scolty Hill and the town of Banchory (with no direct road connection) but they also have different demographics and different priorities. Subsequently no joint projects were identified within the CAP.
The CAP did not suggest that the communities should ‘split’ in order to achieve the proposed projects. Nevertheless a conversation was started to understand both the benefits and disadvantages of dissolving or changing the current FWCC boundary and possibly creating two new Community Councils.
After seeking guidance from Aberdeenshire Council - FWCC voted on three options:
- For FWCC to remain as it is.
- For FWCC to dissolve and the formation of two new community councils.
- For FWCC to change its boundary and part(s) merge with another CC.
A vote saw the majority of community councillors in favour of a change to the present set up. However, prior to making such a change there must be a community consultation.
The tab below " Community consultation questionnaire" contains information outlining the three available options including the identified advantages and dissadvantages of each option. There are also three questions which directly relate to the options.
To help guide our decision on the future of FWCC, we would like you to complete the attached short questionnaire or alternatively complete the online survey
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/YJ7CVD7
September 2019
Midhill windfarm funding
Did you know that funding is available to community groups and organisations within the Feughdee West Community Council area?
The fund welcomes applications from organisations and groups that make a difference across a range of areas.
More information is available in the poster button below and on the " Community Fund" Tab on this website.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS in the current funding cycle is 3rd October 2019
Midhill windfarm funding
Did you know that funding is available to community groups and organisations within the Feughdee West Community Council area?
The fund welcomes applications from organisations and groups that make a difference across a range of areas.
More information is available in the poster button below and on the " Community Fund" Tab on this website.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS in the current funding cycle is 3rd October 2019
September 2019
King George V Community Project Funding
The second round of applications for a community benefit fund is now open to community organisations and individuals in the AB31 postcode area.
The fund, administered through the charity, King George V Community Projects (KGVCP) receives an annual donation of £15,000 from a local wind farm and the donation will be distributed as grants to eligible local groups and individuals.
The maximum grant will be £1,000, with any award over £500 requiring some matching funding. The minimum grant will be £250. No awards will be made to groups or individuals outside the AB31 area.
The first round of applications saw seven local groups being successful. These included a range of projects from Torphins and Banchory Paths groups, Finzean Community Association, Banchory Men’s Shed and Durris Indoor Bowling Club.
The closing date for new applications is 22nd December.
New applicants should note that to qualify for the grants there are a set of criteria to be met. These include supporting social and recreational activities that benefit the community in the AB31 area; supporting participation in sport and arts; promoting the provision of educational activities for people with physical and learning disabilities; encouraging social inclusion, integration and equal opportunities across the community and helping promote sustainable developments within the community.
If you would like more details about the fund and receive an application form, please contact our administrator via e mail on: kgvwindturbinefund@gmail.com
King George V Community Project Funding
The second round of applications for a community benefit fund is now open to community organisations and individuals in the AB31 postcode area.
The fund, administered through the charity, King George V Community Projects (KGVCP) receives an annual donation of £15,000 from a local wind farm and the donation will be distributed as grants to eligible local groups and individuals.
The maximum grant will be £1,000, with any award over £500 requiring some matching funding. The minimum grant will be £250. No awards will be made to groups or individuals outside the AB31 area.
The first round of applications saw seven local groups being successful. These included a range of projects from Torphins and Banchory Paths groups, Finzean Community Association, Banchory Men’s Shed and Durris Indoor Bowling Club.
The closing date for new applications is 22nd December.
New applicants should note that to qualify for the grants there are a set of criteria to be met. These include supporting social and recreational activities that benefit the community in the AB31 area; supporting participation in sport and arts; promoting the provision of educational activities for people with physical and learning disabilities; encouraging social inclusion, integration and equal opportunities across the community and helping promote sustainable developments within the community.
If you would like more details about the fund and receive an application form, please contact our administrator via e mail on: kgvwindturbinefund@gmail.com
June 2019
FWCC Councillor Elections
Ian Bertram (Auchattie, Tilquhillie, Bridge of Feughand Blackhall) has been elected as new councillor. The AGM will take place on June 27th 2019.
Fetteresso Windfarm consultation
Fetteresso Wind Farm – Consultation Drop in Sessions
Fred. Olsen Renewables are olding a public consultation drop in session,regarding the application for Fetteresso Wind Farm, submitted in May 2019. The proposed development comprises 10 turbines and associated infrastructure and is located approximately 15 km west of Stonehaven village in Aberdeenshire
Public consultation drop in session dates and times:
Date: Tuesday 2nd July 2019
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
Venue: Strachan Village Hall, Strachan, Banchory
Date: Wednesday 3rd July 2019
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
Venue: Auchenblae Village Hall, Monboddo St,
Auchenblae, Laurencekirk, AB30 1QX
Date: Thursday 4th July 2019
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
Venue: Drumlithie Village Hall, Station Road,
Drumlithie, AB39 3YT
For further information about the public consultation drop in sessions please contact
Craig Potter:
Tel: 07881 941251
Email: craigp@naturalpower.com
FWCC Councillor Elections
Ian Bertram (Auchattie, Tilquhillie, Bridge of Feughand Blackhall) has been elected as new councillor. The AGM will take place on June 27th 2019.
Fetteresso Windfarm consultation
Fetteresso Wind Farm – Consultation Drop in Sessions
Fred. Olsen Renewables are olding a public consultation drop in session,regarding the application for Fetteresso Wind Farm, submitted in May 2019. The proposed development comprises 10 turbines and associated infrastructure and is located approximately 15 km west of Stonehaven village in Aberdeenshire
Public consultation drop in session dates and times:
Date: Tuesday 2nd July 2019
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
Venue: Strachan Village Hall, Strachan, Banchory
Date: Wednesday 3rd July 2019
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
Venue: Auchenblae Village Hall, Monboddo St,
Auchenblae, Laurencekirk, AB30 1QX
Date: Thursday 4th July 2019
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
Venue: Drumlithie Village Hall, Station Road,
Drumlithie, AB39 3YT
For further information about the public consultation drop in sessions please contact
Craig Potter:
Tel: 07881 941251
Email: craigp@naturalpower.com
May 2019
FWCC Elections
Nominations are being sought to fill 2 vacancies on Feughdee West Community Council.
Candidates from Inchmarlo, Auchattie, Tilquihillie, Bridge of Feugh and Blackhall are particularly encourage to apply
but candidates from Strachan will also be considered if there are insufficient nominations from these areas.
Forms must be returned by 4pm on Thursday, 6 June 2019 and an election will take place on Friday, 21 June, 6-8pm, in Inchmarlo and
Strachan Halls if the nominees outnumber the spaces available.
The Community Council’s AGM will take place on Thursday, 27 June, 2019 at 7pm in Inchmarlo Hall.
Nomination forms can be downloaded on the link below or are available from:-
• Janelle Clark, Returning Officer: marr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
• Inchmarlo Hall
• Strachan Hall
• Banchory Library
• Feughdee West CC: fwcc1secretary@gmail.com
For further information contact marr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk or 019755 20400.
FWCC Elections
Nominations are being sought to fill 2 vacancies on Feughdee West Community Council.
Candidates from Inchmarlo, Auchattie, Tilquihillie, Bridge of Feugh and Blackhall are particularly encourage to apply
but candidates from Strachan will also be considered if there are insufficient nominations from these areas.
Forms must be returned by 4pm on Thursday, 6 June 2019 and an election will take place on Friday, 21 June, 6-8pm, in Inchmarlo and
Strachan Halls if the nominees outnumber the spaces available.
The Community Council’s AGM will take place on Thursday, 27 June, 2019 at 7pm in Inchmarlo Hall.
Nomination forms can be downloaded on the link below or are available from:-
• Janelle Clark, Returning Officer: marr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
• Inchmarlo Hall
• Strachan Hall
• Banchory Library
• Feughdee West CC: fwcc1secretary@gmail.com
For further information contact marr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk or 019755 20400.
April 2019
Strachan Village Childrens Youth Group
Thursday April 25th 15:30 - 17:45 at the Strachan Vilage Hall.
Crafts, Science, toys and games and Gary Seagraves the Magician and all for a £4 donation
3.30 – 4.15 crafts, science and toys + engineering challenge
4.15 – 5.15 magic show
5.15 – 5.30 supper
5.30 – 5.45 games
To help with numbers please email Anne with your child/childrens names & ages + any food allergies.
Anne – pickfall@aol.com
Strachan Village Childrens Youth Group
Thursday April 25th 15:30 - 17:45 at the Strachan Vilage Hall.
Crafts, Science, toys and games and Gary Seagraves the Magician and all for a £4 donation
3.30 – 4.15 crafts, science and toys + engineering challenge
4.15 – 5.15 magic show
5.15 – 5.30 supper
5.30 – 5.45 games
To help with numbers please email Anne with your child/childrens names & ages + any food allergies.
Anne – pickfall@aol.com
January 2019
Local Development Plan 2021 – Main Issues Report.
Aberdeenshire Council’s Planning Policy Team have prepared a Main Issues Report to support the preparation of a new Local Development Plan. This document will govern the future use of land within Aberdeenshire from the period 2021 to 2032. More information is available in the "planning" tab
Midhill Community Benefit Fund
The Midhill Community Benefit Fund welcomes applications from organisations that make a difference across a range of areas:
Children and young people, community buildings, community transport and communication, conservation and wildlife, culture and heritage, the elderly, energy efficiency and environmental sustainability, health, regeneration, self help groups, vulnerable people and any other project that your group feels will bring benefit to the FWCC community.
The next funding meeting will be on Thursday 14th Feb and applications need to be with the Midhill Community Benefit Fund Secretary by Thursday 31st January latest.
Application forms and further info can be obtained from fwcc1secretary@gmail.com
Local Development Plan 2021 – Main Issues Report.
Aberdeenshire Council’s Planning Policy Team have prepared a Main Issues Report to support the preparation of a new Local Development Plan. This document will govern the future use of land within Aberdeenshire from the period 2021 to 2032. More information is available in the "planning" tab
Midhill Community Benefit Fund
The Midhill Community Benefit Fund welcomes applications from organisations that make a difference across a range of areas:
Children and young people, community buildings, community transport and communication, conservation and wildlife, culture and heritage, the elderly, energy efficiency and environmental sustainability, health, regeneration, self help groups, vulnerable people and any other project that your group feels will bring benefit to the FWCC community.
The next funding meeting will be on Thursday 14th Feb and applications need to be with the Midhill Community Benefit Fund Secretary by Thursday 31st January latest.
Application forms and further info can be obtained from fwcc1secretary@gmail.com
October 2018
Glendye Windfarm
There is currently an engagement and survey process being undertaken to gather the communities views on the proposed Glendye Windfarm. The results from this will guide the FWCC's response to the planning application. More details includng a link to the survey are available on the Glendye Windfarm tab on this website. The survey is for residents of the Feughdee West Community and closes on 2nd November, please take a minute to register your opinion as your engagement in the process matters.
Glendye Windfarm
There is currently an engagement and survey process being undertaken to gather the communities views on the proposed Glendye Windfarm. The results from this will guide the FWCC's response to the planning application. More details includng a link to the survey are available on the Glendye Windfarm tab on this website. The survey is for residents of the Feughdee West Community and closes on 2nd November, please take a minute to register your opinion as your engagement in the process matters.
August 2018
Change to meeting date and venue
Please note that this weeks Community Councl meeting will now take place next week on Wednesday September 5th at 19:30 in the Strachan School, apologies for the late change.
Change to meeting date and venue
Please note that this weeks Community Councl meeting will now take place next week on Wednesday September 5th at 19:30 in the Strachan School, apologies for the late change.
August 2018
Community Action Plan Meeting
Events - Friday 3rd August
Drop in to either Strachan Hall or Inchmarlo Hall on Friday 3rd August, 11am - 1pm and 3pm - 7pm. Join us for tea and cake and tell us how we can make Feughdee West a great place to live, work and visit. Everyone's voice in the Community is important, let us hear yours!
Community Action Plan Meeting
Events - Friday 3rd August
Drop in to either Strachan Hall or Inchmarlo Hall on Friday 3rd August, 11am - 1pm and 3pm - 7pm. Join us for tea and cake and tell us how we can make Feughdee West a great place to live, work and visit. Everyone's voice in the Community is important, let us hear yours!
July 2018
Community Action Plan (CAP)
Feughdee West Community Council (FWCC) wants the community to develop their own Community Action Plan (CAP). A CAP provides an opportunity to highlight the needs and wants of our rural community and to identify key priorities for the area. We have secured the support of consultants, 'Community Enterprise' and with their help we will produce this valuable document over the next 9 months.
Please look at the new " Community Action Plan" Tab for more details
Community Action Plan (CAP)
Feughdee West Community Council (FWCC) wants the community to develop their own Community Action Plan (CAP). A CAP provides an opportunity to highlight the needs and wants of our rural community and to identify key priorities for the area. We have secured the support of consultants, 'Community Enterprise' and with their help we will produce this valuable document over the next 9 months.
Please look at the new " Community Action Plan" Tab for more details
June 2018
Community Election Candidates and personal statements
The number of validly nominated candidates for membership of Feughdee West Community Council is as follows:-
Inchmarlo: 5
Auchattie, Tilquhihillie, Bridge of Feugh and Blackhall: 2
The agreed terms for the 3 vacancies were: 1 Inchmarlo; 1 Auchattie et al. and 1 vacancy for either to be decided by the highest number of votes. As the number of candidates validly nominated exceeds the number of vacancies, arrangements for an election will be put in place.
The candidates are as follows:-
Inchmarlo
John Andrew
Regis Lechatellier
Katy Rumbles
Sylvia Stephen
Andy Wilkins
Auchattie, Tilquhillie, Bridge of Feugh and Blackhall
Ian Bertram
Cecilia Rogers
The election will take place on Thursday, 21 June, 2018 in Inchmarlo Hall and Strachan Hall from 6-8pm. Persons aged 16 or over who are included on the electoral roll for the Feughdee West Community Council area are eligible to vote. Each eligible elector shall be entitled to vote for up to 3 candidates, being the number of vacancies.
The count and declaration of result will take place at Inchmarlo Hall on close of the polling station. The vacancies will be filled by the candidate from Inchmarlo with the highest number of votes, the candidate from Auchattie/Tilquhillie/Bridge of Feugh/Blackhall with the highest number of votes, and the candidate from either area with the next highest number of votes.
In the event of more than one candidate receiving the same number of votes the successful candidate shall be decided by lot.
Community Election Candidates and personal statements
The number of validly nominated candidates for membership of Feughdee West Community Council is as follows:-
Inchmarlo: 5
Auchattie, Tilquhihillie, Bridge of Feugh and Blackhall: 2
The agreed terms for the 3 vacancies were: 1 Inchmarlo; 1 Auchattie et al. and 1 vacancy for either to be decided by the highest number of votes. As the number of candidates validly nominated exceeds the number of vacancies, arrangements for an election will be put in place.
The candidates are as follows:-
Inchmarlo
John Andrew
Regis Lechatellier
Katy Rumbles
Sylvia Stephen
Andy Wilkins
Auchattie, Tilquhillie, Bridge of Feugh and Blackhall
Ian Bertram
Cecilia Rogers
The election will take place on Thursday, 21 June, 2018 in Inchmarlo Hall and Strachan Hall from 6-8pm. Persons aged 16 or over who are included on the electoral roll for the Feughdee West Community Council area are eligible to vote. Each eligible elector shall be entitled to vote for up to 3 candidates, being the number of vacancies.
The count and declaration of result will take place at Inchmarlo Hall on close of the polling station. The vacancies will be filled by the candidate from Inchmarlo with the highest number of votes, the candidate from Auchattie/Tilquhillie/Bridge of Feugh/Blackhall with the highest number of votes, and the candidate from either area with the next highest number of votes.
In the event of more than one candidate receiving the same number of votes the successful candidate shall be decided by lot.
June 2018
Community Councl Elections
Nominations are being sought to fill a number of positions on the Feughdee West Community Council.
Candidates from Inchmarlo, Auchattie, Tilquihillie, Bridge of Feugh and Blackhall are particularly encouraged to apply but
nominations from Strachan will also be considered if there are insufficient candidates from these areas
Forms must be returned by 4pm on Thursday, June 14, and an election will take place on Thursday, June 21, 6-8pm in Inchmarlo
Hall and Strachan Hall, if the nominees outnumber the roles available.
It is requested that nominations are accompanied by a personal statement which will be published on the FWCC website
The community council’s AGM will take place at 7pm on Thursday, June 28 at Inchmarlo Hall. Nomination forms are available from Inchmarlo Hall, Strachan Hall, Banchory Library and Returning Officer Janelle Clark, Marr Area Office, School Road, Alford, AB33
8TY Contact: marr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk or 019755 20400. Or by downloading from the link below.
Community Councl Elections
Nominations are being sought to fill a number of positions on the Feughdee West Community Council.
Candidates from Inchmarlo, Auchattie, Tilquihillie, Bridge of Feugh and Blackhall are particularly encouraged to apply but
nominations from Strachan will also be considered if there are insufficient candidates from these areas
Forms must be returned by 4pm on Thursday, June 14, and an election will take place on Thursday, June 21, 6-8pm in Inchmarlo
Hall and Strachan Hall, if the nominees outnumber the roles available.
It is requested that nominations are accompanied by a personal statement which will be published on the FWCC website
The community council’s AGM will take place at 7pm on Thursday, June 28 at Inchmarlo Hall. Nomination forms are available from Inchmarlo Hall, Strachan Hall, Banchory Library and Returning Officer Janelle Clark, Marr Area Office, School Road, Alford, AB33
8TY Contact: marr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk or 019755 20400. Or by downloading from the link below.
May 2018
Proposed new FWCC Constitution
A Special Meeting of Feughdee West Community Council will take place at 7.00pm on Friday 25th May 2018 at Strachan Village Hall to vote on the proposed FWCC Constitution 2018. Whilst members of the public are welcome to attend only Community Councillors are able to vote. The proposed constitution is to found in the attachment below.
Proposed new FWCC Constitution
A Special Meeting of Feughdee West Community Council will take place at 7.00pm on Friday 25th May 2018 at Strachan Village Hall to vote on the proposed FWCC Constitution 2018. Whilst members of the public are welcome to attend only Community Councillors are able to vote. The proposed constitution is to found in the attachment below.
May 2018
2021 Local Development Plan (LDP)
Aberdeenshire Council are in the process of preparing the next 5 year local development plan. Development plans set out the long term vision for where development should and shouldn't happen. Aberdeenshire Council has to consult with Community Councils during this plan preparation process. The first part of process is to invite applicants to nominate land for development (known as the "Call for Sites" stage). Any interested party can submit a 'bid' to have land allocated for housing, business etc. The next step is to assess all the submitted bids. You can view the bids by following the link : https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/…/plans-and-poli…/ldp-2021/
The bids which affect FWCC are
MR012 - Bridge of Canny
MR029 - Deebank
MR030 - Deebank
MR031 - Auchattie
MR050 - Inchmarlo Retirement Complex
MR068 - Inchmarlo East
MR075 - Alexander Park
Please have a look at the bid submissions and if you have any comments on those within the FWCC area (i.e those listed above) then please contact the FWCC Secretary by 11th May latest on fwcc1secretary@gmail.com
2021 Local Development Plan (LDP)
Aberdeenshire Council are in the process of preparing the next 5 year local development plan. Development plans set out the long term vision for where development should and shouldn't happen. Aberdeenshire Council has to consult with Community Councils during this plan preparation process. The first part of process is to invite applicants to nominate land for development (known as the "Call for Sites" stage). Any interested party can submit a 'bid' to have land allocated for housing, business etc. The next step is to assess all the submitted bids. You can view the bids by following the link : https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/…/plans-and-poli…/ldp-2021/
The bids which affect FWCC are
MR012 - Bridge of Canny
MR029 - Deebank
MR030 - Deebank
MR031 - Auchattie
MR050 - Inchmarlo Retirement Complex
MR068 - Inchmarlo East
MR075 - Alexander Park
Please have a look at the bid submissions and if you have any comments on those within the FWCC area (i.e those listed above) then please contact the FWCC Secretary by 11th May latest on fwcc1secretary@gmail.com
April 2018
Midhill funding applications
A reminder to all that any community funding request applications for the Midhill windfarm fund need to be submitted 2 weeks before the quarterly committee meetings. Final submission dates for 2018 are 2nd August and 2nd November.
More information is avaiable on the "Community Fund " tab.
Midhill funding applications
A reminder to all that any community funding request applications for the Midhill windfarm fund need to be submitted 2 weeks before the quarterly committee meetings. Final submission dates for 2018 are 2nd August and 2nd November.
More information is avaiable on the "Community Fund " tab.
March 2018
Fetteresso Proposed Windfarm
The following information has been received with respect to a proposal at Fetteresso.
Electricity Works (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Scotland) Regulations 2017. Scoping Opinion request for proposed Section 36 Application for Fetteresso Wind Farm.
Natural Power, on behalf of Fetteresso Wind Limited (a company wholly owned by Fred. Olsen Renewables Ltd (FORL)) have now submitted the Scoping report for Fetteresso Wind Farm in Aberdeenshire to the Scottish Government, Energy Consents and Deployment Unit (ECDU). Natural Power is managing the application on behalf of FORL.
The Scoping Report and associated figures are also accessible through the Energy Consents Unit website – Project Ref: ECU00000556: http://www.energyconsents.scot/ApplicationSearch.aspx
Under Part 4 of the Electricity Works (Environmental Impact Assessment)(Scotland) Regulations 2017 Scottish Ministers are required to consult the specified statutory bodies (and other interested parties) as to their views on the information which ought to be provided in the Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR); the scoping process enables this consultation to happen.
The ECDU will be in touch within the next three weeks, requesting a formal scoping opinion, detailing the time limit for responses, should you like to submit one. The scoping report contains a series of questions, which may help form the basis of a response.
The proposed turbines for Fetteresso Wind Farm Development will be sited in close proximity to the existing Mid Hill Wind Farm. It will be the aim that the turbines will be located so that they are perceived in conjunction with the existing wind turbines at Mid Hill.
Further to this, FORL’s unique position to readily make use of existing infrastructure will ensure that minimum disturbance to the environment will occur during the construction, operation and ultimately the decommissioning of the wind farm.
Brief summary of the proposed development:
The proposed development is for a wind farm comprising of up to 10 wind turbines with an overall height from base to tip not exceeding 200 m. Other infrastructure includes external transformer housing, site tracks, foundations, underground electricity cables, borrow pits, crane pads, temporary construction and storage compounds and associated works/infrastructure. The proposed development will be complementary in design to the existing wind farm development at Mid Hill and the surrounding area.
If there is a community request, arrangements can be made to visit and provide a presentation and give the opportunity for community organisation members to ask any questions they may have.
Fetteresso Proposed Windfarm
The following information has been received with respect to a proposal at Fetteresso.
Electricity Works (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Scotland) Regulations 2017. Scoping Opinion request for proposed Section 36 Application for Fetteresso Wind Farm.
Natural Power, on behalf of Fetteresso Wind Limited (a company wholly owned by Fred. Olsen Renewables Ltd (FORL)) have now submitted the Scoping report for Fetteresso Wind Farm in Aberdeenshire to the Scottish Government, Energy Consents and Deployment Unit (ECDU). Natural Power is managing the application on behalf of FORL.
The Scoping Report and associated figures are also accessible through the Energy Consents Unit website – Project Ref: ECU00000556: http://www.energyconsents.scot/ApplicationSearch.aspx
Under Part 4 of the Electricity Works (Environmental Impact Assessment)(Scotland) Regulations 2017 Scottish Ministers are required to consult the specified statutory bodies (and other interested parties) as to their views on the information which ought to be provided in the Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR); the scoping process enables this consultation to happen.
The ECDU will be in touch within the next three weeks, requesting a formal scoping opinion, detailing the time limit for responses, should you like to submit one. The scoping report contains a series of questions, which may help form the basis of a response.
The proposed turbines for Fetteresso Wind Farm Development will be sited in close proximity to the existing Mid Hill Wind Farm. It will be the aim that the turbines will be located so that they are perceived in conjunction with the existing wind turbines at Mid Hill.
Further to this, FORL’s unique position to readily make use of existing infrastructure will ensure that minimum disturbance to the environment will occur during the construction, operation and ultimately the decommissioning of the wind farm.
Brief summary of the proposed development:
The proposed development is for a wind farm comprising of up to 10 wind turbines with an overall height from base to tip not exceeding 200 m. Other infrastructure includes external transformer housing, site tracks, foundations, underground electricity cables, borrow pits, crane pads, temporary construction and storage compounds and associated works/infrastructure. The proposed development will be complementary in design to the existing wind farm development at Mid Hill and the surrounding area.
If there is a community request, arrangements can be made to visit and provide a presentation and give the opportunity for community organisation members to ask any questions they may have.
November 2017
Glendye Windfarm Information
To provide an information resource for the community to reference regarding the proposed Glendye windfarm a new tab has been added to the website. This will be updated as information becomes available to ensure the community are aware of the potential impacts both positive and negative of the proposed windfarm. As a starting point we have included a location map and planning application process diagram, this will be followed shortly by an introduction data pack.
Please check the windfarm tab for updates and as always we encourage attendance at the monthly Community Council meetings.
Glendye Windfarm Information
To provide an information resource for the community to reference regarding the proposed Glendye windfarm a new tab has been added to the website. This will be updated as information becomes available to ensure the community are aware of the potential impacts both positive and negative of the proposed windfarm. As a starting point we have included a location map and planning application process diagram, this will be followed shortly by an introduction data pack.
Please check the windfarm tab for updates and as always we encourage attendance at the monthly Community Council meetings.
September 2017
Marr Area Partnership
For inforation the links below are to the Aberdeenshire Website which gives a general insight to the structure of ‘Community Planning’ in Aberdeenshire along with some more local information at a Marr Area level. Marr Area Partnership are an active Community Planning Partner in the Marr Community Planning Partnership along with NHS, Aberdeenshire Council, Police Scotland, Fire Service and others and all our organisations are represented on the Aberdeenshire level Community Planning Partnership.
Marr Area Partnership, as well as acting as a general partner, working together to achieve the priorities in the local community plan, see attached " Commnity Plan" , also carry out the ward forums on behalf of the Marr Community Planning Partnership. All the partners together bring information to the table including community action plans to inform the production of the attached Marr Community Plan.
The Marr Area Partnerships Website has information about the ward forums including past presentations, Community Action Plans, and information about IGS Fund. You will also notice that there is information on local community benefit funds on the homepage .
http://www.ouraberdeenshire.org.uk/about-us/our-structure/
http://www.marrareapartnership.org.uk/
Marr Area Partnership
For inforation the links below are to the Aberdeenshire Website which gives a general insight to the structure of ‘Community Planning’ in Aberdeenshire along with some more local information at a Marr Area level. Marr Area Partnership are an active Community Planning Partner in the Marr Community Planning Partnership along with NHS, Aberdeenshire Council, Police Scotland, Fire Service and others and all our organisations are represented on the Aberdeenshire level Community Planning Partnership.
Marr Area Partnership, as well as acting as a general partner, working together to achieve the priorities in the local community plan, see attached " Commnity Plan" , also carry out the ward forums on behalf of the Marr Community Planning Partnership. All the partners together bring information to the table including community action plans to inform the production of the attached Marr Community Plan.
The Marr Area Partnerships Website has information about the ward forums including past presentations, Community Action Plans, and information about IGS Fund. You will also notice that there is information on local community benefit funds on the homepage .
http://www.ouraberdeenshire.org.uk/about-us/our-structure/
http://www.marrareapartnership.org.uk/
August 31st 2017
Meeting cancelled
Please note this evenings meeting has been cancelled due to the lack of a Quorum of CC members available to attend.
Apologies for the inconvenience.
Meeting cancelled
Please note this evenings meeting has been cancelled due to the lack of a Quorum of CC members available to attend.
Apologies for the inconvenience.
July 2017
Strachan Play Park
The community have access to funding to install a new playpark in Strachan Village, this is a wonderful opportunity to add a resource for the children of our community and visitors to the area to play safely and exercise in the outdoors.
Proposals have been received from four leading providers of outdoor play equipment and we are seeking the views of the community to select the preferred design. A summary of the designs is attached in the link below and the manufacturers websites are shown if you want further information on each of the providers.
You can participate in the selection process by clicking on the “Survey” button.
The survey will close at Midnight on Monday the 31st of July.
Strachan Play Park
The community have access to funding to install a new playpark in Strachan Village, this is a wonderful opportunity to add a resource for the children of our community and visitors to the area to play safely and exercise in the outdoors.
Proposals have been received from four leading providers of outdoor play equipment and we are seeking the views of the community to select the preferred design. A summary of the designs is attached in the link below and the manufacturers websites are shown if you want further information on each of the providers.
You can participate in the selection process by clicking on the “Survey” button.
The survey will close at Midnight on Monday the 31st of July.
June 2017
Healthier lifestyle event
There will be a "Leading a Healthier Lifestyle Event" presented by the Community dietician on Monday June 26th from 8:15 - 9:30pm at the Banchory Guide Hut
Healthier lifestyle event
There will be a "Leading a Healthier Lifestyle Event" presented by the Community dietician on Monday June 26th from 8:15 - 9:30pm at the Banchory Guide Hut
April 2017
FWCC elections.
An election will take place on Wednesday 26 April 2017 to fill the 6 vacant seats in Feughdee West Community Council. The election will take place in Inchmarlo Hall and Strachan Hall from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.
Note: Please remember to take along ID as it will be checked against the voters roll when you vote.
The candidates standing for election are –
1. * Lynsey Craig 10. Della Russell
2. Iain Gillies 11. Robert Russell
3. Wendy Gillies 12. Michael Smith
4. Michael Horsfall 13. * Marijke Stallaert
5. Regis Lechatellier 14. Charles Strachan
6. Tara Marshall 15. Peter Tyrrell
7. Albert Middleton 16. Andrew Wilkins
8. * Jillian Randalls 17. * Samantha Wylde
9. * Simon Richards 18. Lesley Young
* click button below for candidate statements ( these will be updated as received)
Election will be decided by the highest number of votes. In the event of more than one candidate receiving the same number of votes the successful candidate shall be decided by lot.
The Returning Officer will be Janelle Clark, Area Manager, Marr Area Office, School Road, Alford, AB33 8TY and the count will take place at Inchmarlo Hall on closure of the Polling Station. Public Notice of the election result will be given as soon as possible after the election.
FWCC elections.
An election will take place on Wednesday 26 April 2017 to fill the 6 vacant seats in Feughdee West Community Council. The election will take place in Inchmarlo Hall and Strachan Hall from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.
Note: Please remember to take along ID as it will be checked against the voters roll when you vote.
The candidates standing for election are –
1. * Lynsey Craig 10. Della Russell
2. Iain Gillies 11. Robert Russell
3. Wendy Gillies 12. Michael Smith
4. Michael Horsfall 13. * Marijke Stallaert
5. Regis Lechatellier 14. Charles Strachan
6. Tara Marshall 15. Peter Tyrrell
7. Albert Middleton 16. Andrew Wilkins
8. * Jillian Randalls 17. * Samantha Wylde
9. * Simon Richards 18. Lesley Young
* click button below for candidate statements ( these will be updated as received)
Election will be decided by the highest number of votes. In the event of more than one candidate receiving the same number of votes the successful candidate shall be decided by lot.
The Returning Officer will be Janelle Clark, Area Manager, Marr Area Office, School Road, Alford, AB33 8TY and the count will take place at Inchmarlo Hall on closure of the Polling Station. Public Notice of the election result will be given as soon as possible after the election.
April 2017
Special Meeting
There will be a special open public meeting of the council at 6pm Friday 7th April in Strachan Village Hall to discuss and review the voting system (first past the post vs Single Transferable Vote) for the upcoming Community Council Elections. The meeting should be a short one but public attendance is encouraged to ensure a balanced community view is maintained.
Special Meeting
There will be a special open public meeting of the council at 6pm Friday 7th April in Strachan Village Hall to discuss and review the voting system (first past the post vs Single Transferable Vote) for the upcoming Community Council Elections. The meeting should be a short one but public attendance is encouraged to ensure a balanced community view is maintained.
April 2017
Community and Renewable Energy Scheme Conference
There will be a 2 day conference later this month which may be of value to anyone in the community with an interest in the Glendye Wind Farm. Please find attached the agenda for the free CARES conference 2017 being held in Stirling, 26/27 April.
To book a place, use the Eventbright link below.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cares-conference-2017-tickets-31483055667
Community and Renewable Energy Scheme Conference
There will be a 2 day conference later this month which may be of value to anyone in the community with an interest in the Glendye Wind Farm. Please find attached the agenda for the free CARES conference 2017 being held in Stirling, 26/27 April.
To book a place, use the Eventbright link below.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cares-conference-2017-tickets-31483055667
April 2017
Village Halls Conference
Just a reminder that Marr Area Partnership, AVA and Kincardine Development Partnership are jointly hosting a village halls event on Friday 21st April in Finzean Hall, to which you are warmly invited. There will be presentations on renewable energy, redeveloping your hall, LEADER funding, guidance from OSCR, as well as case studies from halls across South Aberdeenshire. Scottish Land Fund will also have a stall at the event. Please find attached links to an agenda and booking form.
Village Halls Conference
Just a reminder that Marr Area Partnership, AVA and Kincardine Development Partnership are jointly hosting a village halls event on Friday 21st April in Finzean Hall, to which you are warmly invited. There will be presentations on renewable energy, redeveloping your hall, LEADER funding, guidance from OSCR, as well as case studies from halls across South Aberdeenshire. Scottish Land Fund will also have a stall at the event. Please find attached links to an agenda and booking form.
February 2017
Upcoming AGM and Council elections
The next monthly meeting on Thursday March 30th at Inchmarlo Hall is the FWCC AGM. There will be 4 potential Council Board positions available plus a youth councillor position. This is your chance to take an active roll in your community, time is limited to submit a nomination form which has to be received by the extended deadline of March 24th , if you are interested, please download a form from the link below.
Correction to nomination form : The returning officer is Councillor Linda Clark not Karen Clark as originally recorded on the nomination form
Upcoming AGM and Council elections
The next monthly meeting on Thursday March 30th at Inchmarlo Hall is the FWCC AGM. There will be 4 potential Council Board positions available plus a youth councillor position. This is your chance to take an active roll in your community, time is limited to submit a nomination form which has to be received by the extended deadline of March 24th , if you are interested, please download a form from the link below.
Correction to nomination form : The returning officer is Councillor Linda Clark not Karen Clark as originally recorded on the nomination form
February 2017
Aberdeenshire community council scheme consultation
The proposed Aberdeenshire Council Scheme for the Establishment of Community Councils will be presented for approval to Aberdeenshire Council on Thursday 27 April, 2017 and is currently open for consultation and comment. The main sections that have been amended are: suspension and dissolution; encouraging young people to participate; and composition. It is proposed that all Community Councils have a maximum membership of 20 and a minimum membership of eight, with a quorum of five voting members for any meeting.
The final draft Scheme of Establishment is attached to view
Aberdeenshire community council scheme consultation
The proposed Aberdeenshire Council Scheme for the Establishment of Community Councils will be presented for approval to Aberdeenshire Council on Thursday 27 April, 2017 and is currently open for consultation and comment. The main sections that have been amended are: suspension and dissolution; encouraging young people to participate; and composition. It is proposed that all Community Councils have a maximum membership of 20 and a minimum membership of eight, with a quorum of five voting members for any meeting.
The final draft Scheme of Establishment is attached to view
January 2017
Community Engagement
As part of the windfarm consultation (below) an attempt was also made to increase the email distribution list for the FWCC area.
There are monthly Community Council meetings alternating between Inchmarlo and Strachan Village Halls and upcoming news and planning applications are posted on this website.
However where there are significant issues which may have an impact ( positive or negative ) on the community it would be very useful to increase awareness by emailing information and obtaining feedback to as large a sector of the community as possible. In this way the Community Council can best represent your views.
We currently only have email addresses for less than 20% of the FWCC area. (E mail addresses will not be circulated outwith the CC and will only be used to inform the community and solicit feedback.)
If you wish to be added to the local distribution list please email feughdeewestcc@gmail.com or use the contact tab on the website.
Community Engagement
As part of the windfarm consultation (below) an attempt was also made to increase the email distribution list for the FWCC area.
There are monthly Community Council meetings alternating between Inchmarlo and Strachan Village Halls and upcoming news and planning applications are posted on this website.
However where there are significant issues which may have an impact ( positive or negative ) on the community it would be very useful to increase awareness by emailing information and obtaining feedback to as large a sector of the community as possible. In this way the Community Council can best represent your views.
We currently only have email addresses for less than 20% of the FWCC area. (E mail addresses will not be circulated outwith the CC and will only be used to inform the community and solicit feedback.)
If you wish to be added to the local distribution list please email feughdeewestcc@gmail.com or use the contact tab on the website.
January 2017
Glendye Wind Farm
In December over 450 leaflets were door dropped to homes in the FWCC area by volunteers to try and increase the level of feedback to assist your Community Council best represent whether the community are for or against the proposed windfarm.
A total of 106 responses were received of which 67 Opposed the windfarm / 18 Supported /4 were neutral /17 requests relating to email lists.
Of the responses received this clearly indicates a majority opinion which is in opposition.
However given there are in the region of 900 people eligible to vote in the community we are still very much open to suggestions as to how to obtain greater community engagement and feedback for both this and for other future significant issues.
November 2016
Glendye Wind Farm
Coriolis Energy will be holding a second round of public exhibitions to present the revised proposals for the Glendye Wind Farm. These will be held in the
Strachan Village Hall from 3:00-8:00pm on November 29th
and
Fettercairn Church Hall 3:00-8:00pm November 30th
There will be further opportunity to discuss this proposal ahead of the presentation at the community council meeting at Inchmarlo Hall on November 24th.
Glendye Wind Farm
Coriolis Energy will be holding a second round of public exhibitions to present the revised proposals for the Glendye Wind Farm. These will be held in the
Strachan Village Hall from 3:00-8:00pm on November 29th
and
Fettercairn Church Hall 3:00-8:00pm November 30th
There will be further opportunity to discuss this proposal ahead of the presentation at the community council meeting at Inchmarlo Hall on November 24th.
September 2016
Strachan Today
A link has been added in the "Contacts Page" to the Strachan Community Hub Facebook page, which is an excellent way of keeping up with current local events. Anyone interested in being added to the email distribution list for the Strachan Today Newsletter should contact strachantoday@gmail.com
Strachan Today
A link has been added in the "Contacts Page" to the Strachan Community Hub Facebook page, which is an excellent way of keeping up with current local events. Anyone interested in being added to the email distribution list for the Strachan Today Newsletter should contact strachantoday@gmail.com
September 2016
Glendye Wind Farm
There will be an open forum discussion on the proposed Glendye Wind Farm on Thursday September 29th at 19:00 prior to the scheduled Community Council meeting at Strachan Hall. Representatives from Coriolis will be in attendance with presentation material for the initial part of the discussion to answer questions, following which will be an open discussion. Anyone with an interest in the proposed windfarm is encouraged to attend and participate.
Glendye Wind Farm
There will be an open forum discussion on the proposed Glendye Wind Farm on Thursday September 29th at 19:00 prior to the scheduled Community Council meeting at Strachan Hall. Representatives from Coriolis will be in attendance with presentation material for the initial part of the discussion to answer questions, following which will be an open discussion. Anyone with an interest in the proposed windfarm is encouraged to attend and participate.
August 2016
Glendye Wind Farm
Coriolis Energy Limited have prepared an Environmental Impact Assessment Scoping Report for a proposed windfarm development located on the Glendye Estate. The proposed windfarm will consist of up to 40 turbines with a maximum height to blade tip of 150m. The total generating capacity is estimated to be between 87.5-140MW.
Coriolis Energy have conducted a series of public consultations, however if there is sufficient local interest a further information meeting may be held by the Community Council immediately prior to the September CC meeting.
Glendye Wind Farm
Coriolis Energy Limited have prepared an Environmental Impact Assessment Scoping Report for a proposed windfarm development located on the Glendye Estate. The proposed windfarm will consist of up to 40 turbines with a maximum height to blade tip of 150m. The total generating capacity is estimated to be between 87.5-140MW.
Coriolis Energy have conducted a series of public consultations, however if there is sufficient local interest a further information meeting may be held by the Community Council immediately prior to the September CC meeting.
July 2016
Glendye Art Centre
Fasque and Glendye Estate are seeking funding from the South Aberdeenshire LEADER program to complete an arts centre located by the Estate Office at Bridge of Dye. It is hopes "to create a space which will be sued to display art as well as a space which will be used by the public to host workshops and classes. This is not a revenue generating enterprise and therefor will be free to use" If you have any queries or wish to express support please contact jock.galbraith@struttandparker.com or the Glendye office on 01330 850689
June 2016
Strachan Primary School
Strachan Primary School has vacancies for Children between the ages of 5 and 11, if you live in the surrounding area and are interesting in your children attending a smaller village school please get in touch.
Broadband Initiative
A grant has been received to assess public interest and requirement for improved broadband access in the area. Local residents are encouraged to check their broadband speed and get in touch. A dedicated website is due to be launched in coming months.
May 2016
A sub committee have been set up to review options for the Stachan playpark, these may range from a tidy up and repair of existing equipment to a new playpark. Local residents are encouraged to participate in the consultation process and offer suggestions as to what equipment would be most welcome and the scale of refurbishment which would be most appropriate.
A sub committee have been set up to review options for the Stachan playpark, these may range from a tidy up and repair of existing equipment to a new playpark. Local residents are encouraged to participate in the consultation process and offer suggestions as to what equipment would be most welcome and the scale of refurbishment which would be most appropriate.
