Meeting notes from 18.12.12

Muirhouse Salvesen Community Council
Note of Meeting 18th December 2012
Muirhouse Community Centre

Present
Roy Douglas, John Davidson and Lynn Dunbar
In Attendance
Eileen Carr (minutes), Robert Pearson (TRIM), Gordon Davie (TRIM), Cllr Vicki Redpath, Tom Leggit (Springfield HA),Brenda Toner (MHA) and Rev. Linda Dunbar
Apologies
Cllr Allan Jackson, Cllr Cammy Day and Ian Collins (Lothian Borders Police)

As the meeting was not quorate with Community Councillors it was agreed to proceed as reps from the Housing Associations building on the old BT site had prepared a presentation. Roy conformed that everyone present was happy with moving item 7 (presentation from Housing Associations) to item 4 on the agenda. Everyone agreed.

Note of possible conflict of interest – Roy stated that he was a Board Member of MHA

Matters arising from last notes (20th Nov)
Ward Boundaries – John raised concern that Davidson Mains and Silverknowes Association had moved their published ward boundaries to include pieces of Muirhouse. Discussion followed and it was decided to formally ask Cllr Redpath to take this up on the CC’s behalf. Cllr Redpath agreed and will keep CC informed.

Presentation from Springfield and MHA
An excellent presentation from Springfield and MHA who brought plans for the development at the old BT site and copies for people to take away.
Tom introduced himself and gave background information on Springfield HA and how they have come to be involved in developing here in North Edinburgh. As a family owned company it is important to them to use local labour where available and will use every available opportunity to advertise vacancies locally. Brenda confirmed that she will pass on all the relevant information to Ian regarding organisations that deal with employment including the schools for leavers opportunities.
Brenda explained that the build would be in 3 phases starting in March 2013 and rolling on from there. The 1st phase will be 58 units, 2nd phase 64 units and 3rd phase 80 units – a mix of family, amenity, elderly flats and houses. From the proposed units aprox half will be mid market rent and Brenda explained what that meant.
Brenda pointed out the drainage basin that will be part of the development and Tom/Brenda explained why it was needed and what it entails.
Concerns were raised about the drainage area and the safety of children if the weather was really bad and the area flooded – Tom clarified what would happen and reassured everyone that it is being built to the high specifications of Scottish Water who will be responsible for its maintenance. There is another basin in Oxgangs and Brenda has checked for any problems they have and the main one is dumping of trolleys. Tom agreed that education of children is important and will take place through the schools.
Another concern is the tight access on Muirhouse Green which is the only access that construction traffic is allowed to use as part of the planning consent.
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Tom and Brenda confirmed that Muirhouse Avenue will not be used at all as construction access which reassured everyone present as the local primary school is there and the danger to children is of over-riding concern to the community as we have suffered in the past. John asked that Banks men be used with heavy vehicles regardless of the access and Tom confirmed that this would be done.
Brenda confirmed that MHA had asked for a temp access road from Ferry Road as the access road from Muirhouse Green was dangerous and would lead to accidents and upset for the residents – the Council are of the opinion that the road from Muirhouse Green is adequate and can cope with the extra 220 new units. In time the council will adopt the roads etc inside the new site. Robert stated that the temp road from Ferry Road will be something that TRIM would take up as an issue and Roy confirmed that the Community Council would support MHA in their continued request for it. Tom ended by saying he was looking forward to getting on site and getting started. Brenda stated that she would be happy to answer any additional questions or queries and she will get back as soon as possible.
Gordon asked about the insulation factor in the building and Tom confirmed that it was Silver Sustainability which was above the required factor.
Brenda and Tom left the meeting and agenda items continued.

Correspondence
Granton SurMer – asking for support for bid and people to volunteer for their new community Board – after discussion it was decided that there was more pressing issues in Muirhouse.
Surplice Fire Fund – wants to revitalise fund by transferring it into Edinburgh Voluntary Organisation Trust – everyone agreed that this was a good idea.
How to submit a petition (needs 500 signatures) – brochure brought to everyone’s attention.

Treasurers Report
No change

Police Report
No police report submitted

Action Group
Minutes will be published for Clean Green and Safe soon.

No other business so meeting closed with Roy thanking everyone for coming.

Date of Next Meeting
Tuesday 19th Feb
7pm in Muirhouse Community Centre

Meeting minute notes 19.6.2012

M&S CC minute notes 19.6.2012

AGENDA – 19.6.2012

 

Venue                                    Muirhouse Millennium Centre

 

     Draft Agenda

 

 

1. Apologies

 

2. Minutes notes of Previous Meeting 15.5.2012

 

3. Maters Arising

 

4. Correspondence

 

5. Treasurers Report

 

6. Police Report (if represented)

 

1. Allan Hosey – Forth Community Learning and Development Worker

 

1. Action Group Report Back  

 

1. Local Councillors  – open discussion time, with those present

 

10. AOCB

 

11. Date of next meeting – 18^th September (Summer recess July/August)

 

12. Close

Minute 15.5.2012

MUIRHOUSE & SALVESEN COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Minute notes from Tuesday 15.5.2012

 

1.       Welcome/present/apologies;

R Douglas,Rev L Dunbar,A Buckeridge,,Steve Mulligan, PC Ryan Murphy,

S Gardiner,J Sneddon,A Macleod – Muirhouse+W Pilton Gala Day organisers.

M Fraser,H Coyle- Nrth Edin Local Office – Housing Regeneration Team.

Apologies; Cllr Day,G Burrows

 

2.       Minute of previous meeting 24.4.2012;

Prop Rev Dunbar Sec A Buckeridge

 

3.       Matters Arising;

None

 

4.       Correspondence;

None

 

5.       Treasurers Report;

No expenditure since last meeting – RD distributed yearly balance sheet 2011-2012,members approved to be forwarded to independent examiner to scrutinise and sign off.

 

6.       Police report;

PC Murphy presented incident report sheet; this highlighted that continuing incidents around the Pennywell shops antisocial behaviour, youths on stolen motor bikes, and stolen bicycles are still high in the area. One report of cyclist believed purposely was kicked of their bicycle by these youths on motor bikes. Discussion around action by Policing these type of incidents, reported that the Police powers don’t allow chasing or pursuit of these youths whilst on these motor bikes due to risk of injury to other pedestrians. Suggested that local Cllrs should take this up as an initiative to try and stop.

Recent bicycle initiate on stolen bicycles successful, micro chipping of expensive bicycles.

Incidents at Silverlea Home,St Pauls and St Andrews Church- youths causing antisocial behaviour and running on the roof has ceased.

More incidents of anti social behaviour, vandalism within Greendale Park being investigated. Use of CCTV is still being followed up (equipment not available)

Muirhouse Library, CCTV has not been updated, disappointing, incidents are still high at this venue, staff are doing best to control. Members discussed why CEC don’t have security person at this premises –suggested that local Cllrs take this ongoing menace to a next stage of controlling.

Criagroyston School children at lunch breaks and after school walking past Pennywell Medical Resource Centre throwing food through open windows, Police are trying to work with teacher staff in this behaviour issue.

 

7.       Gala presentation;

Representatives’ explained event and updated on other groups involvement. CCllrs proposed/agreed financial support donation towards the event of £300.00.Bank account details West Pilton & Muirhosue Community Gala – RBS D Mains 831847 10796337

 

Nrth Office Regeneration Team;

Update on what is happening – Delay in continuing to demolish flats in Muirhouse Avenue – causing much anti social problems that can be seen as wasting Police and Fire Services time. Action to demolish should be priority.

MF presented what WPilton Crec new build would consist of being total used for Social Housing. Discussed probable energy efficient ways to make these homes better and cheaper to heat  for its tenants.

Central area for Development –mix tenure 50/50 –height of flats not more than 4 storeys high, Design options around proposed NHS Hub. Planning permission decision due around July Aug 2012,Developer appointed early 2013 and hopefully some building on sites commence early summer 2013.Discussion around appointed Developer to sign up to bringing building works training opportunities to local unemployed people. The whole development needs to have community involvement for its success along with the whole Civil Square that is planned. There is no option for previous residents of Pennywell having “right to return”

MF stated further public consultations on specifics of the whole development are planned for the future.

 

8.Action Groups Report back;

-          Total Craigroyston moving into gear with different Community workshops taking place ( A Hosey has been invited for next meeting perhaps update from him.)

-          Presentation to PRAG group on Bromley By Bow – Ann presented the CClrs findings from the visit and the importance of Community involved of such an initiative adds to its success in the Community.

-          Clean,Green Safe –meeting will commence after new Councilors formally taking positions.

-          Gating Communities –Silverknowes and Muirhouse pathway link to be updated at meeting for 30.5 10.00am City Chambers, CCllrs asked to come along. RD to report back at next meeting.

 

9.   AOCB

None

 

10.   Date of next meeting; 19.6.2012 @ MMC

Agenda for next meeting Tuesday 15.5.2012

Day / Date of Meeting           Tuesday 7pm – 15.5. 2012

 

Venue                                    Muirhouse Millennium Centre

     Draft Agenda          

1.  Apologies
2. Minutes notes of Previous Meeting 24.4.2012
3. Maters Arising
4. Correspondence
5. Treasurers Report
6. Police Report (if represented)
7. Michelle Fraser – Senior Project Manager / Pennywell –Muirhouse Regeneration (tbc)
8. Action Group Report Back  
9. Local Councillors  – open discussion time, with those present
10. AOCB
11. Date of next meeting – Tuesday  19.6.2012
12. Close

Minute note 24.4.2012

MUIRHOUSE & SALVESEN COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Minute notes from Tuesday 24.4.2012-DRAFT

1. Welcome/present/apologies;
R Douglas,J Davidson,A Buckeridge,L Dunbar,G Burrows – PC H Lyon
Apologies;
Cllr Day,Cllr Jackson,V Redpath,B Stevenson

2. Minute of previous meetings 20.4.12
Prop; J Davidson Seconded;A Buckeridge

3. Matters arising;                                                                                                                                                                                                                -NEN re advertising cost –RD waiting for response from NEN
-Police report-vandalism reports at St Pauls subsided. Greendale Park CCTV in operation, during March there were 9 calls reporting serious acts of vandalism

4. Correspondence;
-Letter from NEdin Women’s Actions Group re Muirhouse Library (this letter was only brought to the attention of the CC to night); CCllrs were appalled to read the issues highlighted in this letter. Most of these issues have been discussed at previous Community Council meetings. Local Cllrs and Police present at these meetings promised and supported that there needed to be more action taken at the Library and for it to be a safer community resource. RD reminded CC that there has been campaigns against the cuts that the current administration was doing and it being supported by local SNP an Lib Dem Councillors that supported cuts in Youth funding for the area. He went on to say that this CC predicted that this would happen and youth disorder would increase .RD to respond to this letter and offer support from this CC and to support for better security and or a Youth worker based at the building. And discuss with local/new Councillors.
-E/mail received from a local resident complaint about the vandalism in the shopping centre and how it has affected him as a resident above the centre. PC Lyon read the e/mail and will report to SNTeam. RD to advise the North Office on the content of the e/mail. RD to respond to claimant for permission forward there name to the Housing Team.
-Port of Leith invite to opening of complex on Methodist Church site at Boswall parkway
-Letter from Mike Crockart MP invite to launch of STV re Community site to highlite events happenings in the community
-Letter from CEC re CC elections for 2013
-Letter re Planning Application consultation for the Pennywell regeneration.

5. Treasurers Report;
-RD has received the Financial Records from M Warrick.RD has done a final accounts report for year 2011-12.Will contact professional financial body to look over and approve the statement. Will have copies at next CC meeting.
-Current account balance = £1430.10.
-Need to install a new Treasurer –still no takers

6. Police Report;
PC H Lyon reported back on – Youth disorder at Silverlea Residential Home
–Police initiative on reduction of crime in the area taken place next few weeks
– Discussion on stolen Mopeds being used around local streets and parks,PC Lyon commented that the Police have no authority to chase the vehicles due to other road users safety
– Granton Funfair, Police anticipate no issues. RD commented that agreement to this event happening again this year was to be auctioned and approved by the NP reps meeting, it was never raised.
Other Discussion re article in the Evening News April 21st re Crime figures for Apr 2011-March 2012;Offences in the Forth Ward were 3rd highest in the city
– Offensive weapon 3rd highest
– House Breaking 2nd highest
–Rape 4th highest
- vandalism highest in the city
–change on previous year; no change recorded.
Again this highlights that fighting crime in the Forth Area is not receiving attention that it needs.

7. Action Group report back;
-Health & Social Care- Total Graigroyston event launched, AB gave feedback on this .AB also commented that she has been invited to present the visit to BBBC findings to the next PRAG meeting, Steve Witton from NHS is attending.

8. AOB;
-GALA (WPilton/Muirhouse/–being organised by a Young Dads Group this is to take place in the Summer , no date given. Try to invite to next meeting
-Condolences card to B McVey re loss of her mother. RD to organise card

9. Date of Next Meeting – 15.5.12

end

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