1.Present:

John Hay (Chairman), Clifford Bertram (Vice Chairman), Tom Dean (Secretary), Angela Brading (Treasurer), Marnie McGregor, Jean Virtue,  Kate Tulloch, David Arnott, Councillor David Raw, P.C. Holford and three members of the public.
Apologies: Matt Deeming, Peter Hood, Councillor Fullarton, Councillor Cook.

2.Previous minutes:

Minutes discussed and accepted

3.Police

Five calls received since the last meeting, all related to problems with youths but no action taken as those responsible were not identified. A general discussion began about the current youth situation which Councillor Raw thought should be continued later in the meeting. Further points were raised regarding the use of forensics in a village hall tampering incident to identify the culprits but it was stated that such incidents did not warrant the use of these services.

3.Business arising:

SBC – Festival of Walking ......................................................................................................30  Aug – 6 Sept.08
         This event is still to come and details had been previously circulated.

4.Correspondence

1- SG – Consultation on School Closure Process (19 Sept)
    This consultation is still on going, no feedback from members to date. Cllr Raw stated that it was SBC policy not to close
    any schools.
2 - SG – Coldingham Moor Wind Farm Appeal (12 Aug)/Request from Coldingham CC for support
     This appeal is in progress and a confirmation of our support against this Farm proposal was sent to Coldingham CC.
      Cllr Raw stated that if the Farm was approved, then it was likely that Cockburnspath would be used as a helicopter base.
3 - SG – Consultation on Marches and Parades (12 Sept)
     No comments so far, any have to be in just after next meeting.
4 - SBC – Community Council Training – Autumn 2008
     No volunteers to attend these training sessions
5 - SBC – Data Protection Act – Guidance
      Information received late today that C.C.s should pay annual fee (?35), but meeting response was not too, just yet.
6 - SBC – Berwickshire Victim Support Poster
      Information Poster which will be placed on notice boards.
7 - SBC – Green Space Strategy
      Invitation issued to attend a meeting now passed. No members attended.
8 - SBC – Changes to P.O.Network
      Further consultation to take place and comments will be invited.
9 - SBC – Race Equality Review (26 Sept)
      This is yet another consultation, but we have until our next meeting for further consideration and comments.
10 - SBC – Structure Plan – Alteration Submission/Intention to Adopt Local Plan
       This information was a statement of the current position and intent, there was no response required from the council.
11 - SBC – Response to Government Consultation on Community Council Scheme (1 Aug)
       There were no comments submitted on this consultation.
12 - SBC – Transforming Childrens` Services (27 Oct)
        Cllr Raw gave an overview of the the documents` proposals. He suggested that a meeting be arranged which also
        involved parents from the community. This would give an indication of local views prior to any comments being made on
        the consultation that is too follow on.
13 - SBC – Application for Premises Alcohol Licence – Pease Bay
        No comments on the application.
14 - SBC – Speed Limit Review.
        It was noted that our suggested changes for positioning of the local A1(Old) limits were not taken up. Cllr Raw said he
        would look into the situation.
15 - SBC – 5-A-Side Football (15 Aug)
        This was for primary school children and now to late to act on. The Information should have been put on the notice
        board when received.
16 - SBC – Customer Services Project
        It was generally thought that this was a good idea. Any feedback on the use of these services is welcome.
17 - NHS Borders – The Alcohol Debate continues
       Information on the current position and a request for feedback where necessary.
18 - Forward Scotland – Viridor Credits Scotland (28 Aug)
        2 invitations received for chairman and secretary to attend an event celebrating a successful 12 months. They could not
        attend so the invites were offered to the other members of the council.
19 - SBCCN – AGM/Rural Housing Enquiry.
        AGM takes place on 27 Sept., volunteers will be sort at next meeting.
        Rural Housing – Request from Network chairman for any info regarding provision in our area.
                                   Cllr Raw stated that he was chairman of a group of SBC elected members who were due to publish the
        result of 10 months research into this issue but had not been invited to attend The Rural Housing Enquiry.
20 - ASCC – Communication from Area Representative/Scottish Gov`t Cabinet Visits/Regional Meeting (4 Oct)
       These were information items circulated to all members updating the current situation with the Association of Scottish
       Councils
21 - DIGITAL C/O – 100 days to go (Selkirk)
        Further update on the change over.
22 - Torness LLC – Corporate Responsibility Report/Last meeting minutes/New Reactors/Small Fire
        Further updates for LLC members
23 - CafE – June and July Newsletters.
       Latest updates circulated
24 - Jim Clark Rally Meeting (30 June)
       This information was circulated, no member attended.
25 - RAF – Low Flying Notification (23  June - 3  July)
        Notification was posted prior to event.
26 - Southern Upland Partnership – News Letter Summer 08
        Information circulated.

5. Planning Matters

1 - Planning Application - Former Grocers Store – Public House
     Concern expressed over the provision for parking now that the 2 new houses to the rear have been built. Also whether
      the proposals comply with the requirements for a Listed building
2 - Planning Application – The Old Smiddy
     No objections
3 - Cove Development – Reporters` response to Appeal
     The Reporters rejection of the Appeal had been widely circulated. David Arnott voiced the appreciation of all the Cove
      residents for the support of Community and elected council members.

6. Any other business

1 – The chairman asked Cllr Raw if a street sign could be placed on Hay Terrace as currently it is not identified. It was also
       mentioned that there was no sign to identify The Square in the village
       He then mentioned that a notice had been placed in the BT telephone kiosk warning of their intention to remove it, had
       any objections been raised to this?  The secretary reported that none had.
        A question was put to Cllr Raw on recycling, asking how was SBC going to increase the amount processed. He stated
        that a 1 bag was to be introduced soon which would reduce the amount of sorting that was required by the
        current set up( 2 bags). The problem still remained of exactly what could be recycled and as this was part of Cllr
        Fullartons` portfolio he would be asked to provide further details.
        The Defibrillator Appeal group were asked if any assistance was required from members to which the reply was `NO`,
         just turn up on the day and spend your money.
2 – David Arnott said that the problems at the station land House and coastguard look-out were still outstanding. Cllr Raw
       would check on these yet again.
       The Bankhead Cemetery work was in progress and the Cove road repairs are about to begin. He also remarked that
       coastal erosion and some land slippage was occurring especially on the cliffs at the bottom of the car park, also the
       coastal path was being heavily churned in the area approaching the `La Bis` plot. Concluding, David enquired if a `No
       Overnight Parking` sign for caravans etc. could be placed in the car park as this was an increasing problem. Cllr Raw
       noted these remarks.
3 – Jean Virtue said that the hedge was overhanging the path as you approach Sparrow Castle. The chairman stated that
       SBC would do this at the end of August.
4 – Angela Brading said that the SBC grant money had not been received yet. The chairman asked what money remained in
      the Liaison Account, the answer was ?400+.It was suggested hat this money could be used as a bridging loan for small
      any amounts that may be applied for under the Wind Farm grant scheme. He the asked the secretary if any further
      information had been obtained from the Community Wind Farm company which had offered loans to which the answer
      was `not yet`.
5 – Cllr Raw said that the recent weather had caused flooding in garage area and SBC Technical Services would be
      investigating the reason for this.
      Footpaths clearing in area is a continuing problem and he said that SBC has a team available for doing this work; if we
      supply details then he would put a request in to SBC.
      He then introduced 2 local youths who had raised approximately ?200 washing cars which was to be their contribution to
      the establishment of a proposed Communal Meeting point for the local youth . He had approached many  people and
      groups who could also provide funding for this project and wanted the community council to suggest where best this
       meeting point could be located. A discussion took place on type of structure, location and responsibility but no decisions
       resulted.
 
NEXT MEETING: WEDNESDAY 10th September  2008, in the Primary School