Present: Marjory Ashworth (Chair), Morven Syme (Vice Chair), Eileen Montador (Secretary), David Robertson
(Treasurer), Niamh Syme (Social Media), Mervyn Blank, Pete Peddie, Cllr Fiona Corps, Cllr Sean
Dillon, Diane Martin (Minute Secretary)

Apologies:
Members of the public: 9

1. Welcome and apologies.
   Marjory Ashworth welcomed everyone to the meeting. Apologies were received and recorded.
2. Declarations of interest
   There were no declarations of interest.
3. Reports from Community Groups
   Bathing Pool (1934) – Mervyn Blank
   Following concerns about erosion around the bathing pool, Mervyn Blank visited the site with Jennifer Jones
   to discuss current damage. Mervyn showed photos to the meeting which detailed the extent of the
   problems. Funding is required and there are sources available. However, there are significant challenges
   getting access to the site to effect repairs. Mervyn also suggested that there could be work carried out in
   this area to re-instate the putting green, the erection of bathing pool changing rooms and possibly a
   catering van.
   Current actions –
4. Civil engineer to inspect and report.
5. Road access and funding
6. Emergency repairs
   An action group of volunteers is needed to take these things forward to preserve and improve the area.
   Cellardyke have been successful here and Cllr Corps suggested liaising with them to discuss their approach
   and experience. Cllr Dillon advised that ‘Harbours and Shore banking’ – may need an approved Civil
   Engineer for such an inspection.
   E Montador – advised of a ‘Community Benefit Opportunity’ which may be available to assist with funding.
   Pete Peddie, Jennifer Jones and Mervyn Blank are currently interested and involved in this project.
   Jennifer highlighted the serious problems with erosion at the salt pan side of the pool. This coastal erosion
   is actually going right back to the salt pans and this needs to be addressed to save both the pool and the
   heritage site.
   Marjory Ashworth suggested that Fife Council be contacted to find out their position with regard to the
   coastal erosion and a report be brought back to the next CC meeting. It was agreed that the pool is heavily
   used by locals and attracts many visitors to the village. The land in this area is apparently owned by the
   people of St Monans and therefore assistance may not be available from Fife Council. Marjory then
   thanked Pete, Jen and Mervyn for their work and involvement here.
   Heritage Collection – no report

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Sea Queen – Vicky Robertson
Sea Queen day will be Saturday 12 th July 2025. It will take place later in the afternoon due to having the
Reaper. The crowning of the Sea Queen will take place around 3pm.
The Food festival will take place on Saturday 5 th April 2025. Tickets will be on sale next month.
Memorial Garden – Morven Syme
Still in early stages but currently in the process of getting quotes. £250 has been received from the
Pittenweem Fishermen memorial group. The next meeting will be held on 3 rd March.
Application for a common good funding by end of March. Estimated costs £20000 and we will submit a
claim for £10000 for consideration.
SMAKE – Pete Peddie
An ‘Open Weekend’ was held last weekend at the Auld Kirk to encourage local membership. This resulted in
approximately 180 new members and there was lots of enthusiasm for the work being done. The project
continues to need support from local people. An application has been made the Scottish Land Fund, and we
should know the outcome of this in March. The website is up and running, together with a Facebook page.
Alongside the membership details, there is a consultation being delivered to local households for feedback.

4. Last minutes and matters arising
    Cllr Hayes dealing with issue regarding Top Shop and this was all cleaned up the next day.
    Housing issue Gourlay Crescent – Cllr Corps advised we are waiting for skips when the weather is
   better.
    Mine at harbour – who maintained it? Needs painted – carry forward to seek volunteer.
    Path repair from new houses to Queen Margaret St – Cllr Dillon requested even a temporary gravel
   path. He has had no response from council since start of December and will request an update.
    Mechanical sweeper has not been seen in the village. Cllr Hayes to take forward.
    Cllr Corps reported that there will be new gully cleaners in the new budget.
    Banking at side of road in Abercrombie – someone from the council to inspect.
    Johnstons close has been tidied.
   The January minute was proposed by M Syme and seconded by E Montador.
5. Police Matters and Report
   Report as at the end of
   Abercrombie – no calls and no crimes recorded. St Monans – await report.
6. Chairperson’s Report – Marjory Ashworth
    Thanks to all who supported and took part in the Burns Supper on Saturday 8 th February in the Town
   Hall. Positive feedback was received from new members in the village and others out with.
   However, there were issues for some people who could not hear the speakers. A public address
   system will be considered for next year.
    Contact from a parent at the school advising she wants to hold a ‘yard sale’ to help raise money for
   the school. M Ashworth has passed on Councillor details to the parent to see if permission is
   required. Suggestion was that this may held at the same weekend as Arts Festival to get passing
   trade.
    Banking signatory issues now resolved.
    Need to advertise the vacancies on the CC to publicise this and get support and new members.
7. Treasurer’s Report – David Robertson
   Floral Accounts
   Balance @ 07 th February 2025 – £3559.13 – Confirmed
   Annual floral fund application approved for – £250.00
   16 x hanging baskets ordered at Pathhead Nurseries

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Heritage Accounts
Balance @ 07 th February 2025 – £2590.39 – Confirmed
Cash Flow Accounts
Balance @ 07 th February 2025 – £4500.40 – Confirmed*
*The above amount includes funds being held for the memorial gardens of £2900.00
*Community council usable funds available £600.40
Funds approved & received from the settlement fund as follows,
£1365.00 – Funds received for the memorial Garden
£1000.00 – Funds received for the autumn club
Cheque raised for the autumn club for £1000.00 & left with a member.
Cheque raised for Niamh Syme for £18.00 for 1 month’s subscription of SurveyHero

8. Secretary’s Report – Eileen Montador
    National speed management review – online events available and David Robertson interested in
   taking part in this. Monday 24/2 and 27/2.
    R 100 broadband – our post codes are not affected by this.
    Safety of lithium-ion batteries – campaign to see if we are in support of this. CC happy to add their
   support.
    Email received re the X60 not stopping at the caravan site. Could one of the Councillors take this up
   with Stagecoach.
9. Members’ Reports
   Niamh Syme
    Thanks to all who have completed the Space Plan survey. Over 150 responses have been received
   so far. Available in paper form if people not on social media. Survey feedback briefly discussed.
    Apologies but Niamh will not be present at the next 2 meetings.
   Morven Syme
   Planning – 5 The Cribbs – single storey extension to the side of the dwelling. Repainted, doors and
   installation of replacement rooflights and windows.
   Braeside – 12 Narrow Wynd – 3 roof lights being installed and a replacement window.
10. Councillors’ Reports
    Cllr Fiona Corps
    State of road in Rose Street – has been inspected and a repair being carried out. Also 4 potholes.
     
    Cllr Sean Dillon
     Manse Place – Your Speed Sign
    Following discussions during the Area Roads Programme, I requested that the Transportation
    Service erect a new vehicle activated “Your Speed Sign” at the western entrance to the village. The
    Service have come back to me to confirm that they are willing to install one 100m along from the
    gateway signs on Manse Place. A date has yet to be confirmed for the installation but will be shared
    in due course.
     Access to Cash
    Since being elected, it has been my priority to improve access to cash within the East Neuk. I am
    pleased to confirm the LINK group recommended a cash hub in Anstruther be installed and
    operated by the Post Office. While I cannot confirm the location or date of the opening of this
    service until the contract is agreed, I can confirm the following that it will operate from 09:00 –
    17:00 Monday to Friday and will offer free depositing and withdrawal of cash for both personal and
    business accounts. It will also offer a change service for businesses. It should be stressed that this
    service will only be offering services involving money. For all other Post Office needs, the mobile van
    will still operate.

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The full report from the LINK group can be found at
https://www.link.co.uk/media/1ohoxux4/anstruther.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawIXHxRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQA
BHUCNjMs2BvKWy37tm0ddTqy4SCA5K7AgiUWJ6TUthYg_89xn8pSPMAO94g_aem_i-
uDMSGNfxIog5Z_86mGcA.
 After School Care Provision:
The trustees of the East Neuk Centre are looking to provide after school care for children. There is
currently a poll on the Trust’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/eastneukcentre.trust) to
gauge interest or alternatively, the staff can be contacted at info@eastneukcentre.org.uk.
 St Monans streetlights? Older style lights in Forth Street not working (storm damage)

11. Public Questions
     Van parked in 26 Elm Grove causing an obstruction of the footpath – police to be emailed about
    this.
     D Robertson advised that there are some cars in the village not road taxed/MOT – to be reported
    too.
     People parking on pavement at the main road (Manse Place) at the new houses – causing an
    obstruction for prams – police matter.
12. AOCB
     Speeding in and out of Abercrombie
     Update on the footpath to Abercrombie – email Cllr Hayes about this (forward to Cllr Dillon)
     Mary Henderson advised that there will be a memory café for local people held at the exhibition in
    Merchants’ Room in the Fisheries Museum on 18/3/25 from 10.30 – 12noon.
13. Close/date and time of next meeting
    The next meeting will be held on Monday 17 th March 2025 at 7.00/7.15 pm. Marjory Ashworth thanked