{"id":12106,"date":"2026-02-12T21:18:17","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T21:18:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stmonans.org.uk\/blog\/?p=12106"},"modified":"2026-02-12T21:28:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T21:28:08","slug":"community-council-minute-19-01-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stmonans.org.uk\/blog\/community-council-minute-19-01-26\/","title":{"rendered":"Community Council Minute, 19-01-26"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

ST. MONANS AND ABERCROMBIE COMMUNITY COUNCIL<\/u><\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minute of the ordinary general meeting,
held in the Church Hall, Station Road on
Monday 19th<\/sup> January 2026 at 7.30 pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Present:<\/strong><\/td>Marjory Ashworth (Chair), Eileen Montador (Secretary), David Robertson (Treasurer), Peter Peddie, Katy Gall, Suzy Cheong, Cllr Alycia Hayes, Diane Martin (Minute Secretary)  <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Apologies:<\/strong><\/td>Cllr Sean Dillon<\/td><\/tr>
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Members of the public: 7<\/strong>  <\/td><\/tr>
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1.<\/strong><\/td>Welcome and apologies<\/strong> Marjory Ashworth welcomed everyone to the meeting. Apologies were received and recorded.  <\/td><\/tr>
2.<\/strong><\/td>Declarations of interest<\/strong> There were no declarations of interest.  <\/td><\/tr>
3.<\/strong><\/td>Reports from Community Groups<\/strong>

SMAKE \u2013 Pete Peddie<\/strong> The Auld Kirk was successfully purchased on 8th<\/sup> December 2025.\u00a0 In addition, SMAKE have had confirmation that they have been awarded Lottery Heritage Funding of \u00a3115,000 to allow them to carry on with their development plans.\u00a0 This award is \u2018match funding\u2019 so fundraising will need to take place.The first event in the Auld Kirk was the recent Watch Night Service which was very well attended and raised over \u00a3700.00.Going forward, volunteers will be required to keep the Auld Kirk open as much as possible.\u00a0 Please get in touch if interested in assisting.
Arts Festival \u2013 Helen Marshall<\/strong> The AGM will be held tomorrow evening in the Bowling Club at 7pm.\u00a0 The committee is keen to hear the views and ideas of the local community, and all are welcome to attend.\u00a0 This year\u2019s festival will take place on the first weekend in September.
Pools and Pans \u2013 Pete Peddie<\/strong> In December the group received information that they would be receiving funding (\u00a34700.00) from the Crown Estate to undertake a feasibility study to protect the pool and salt pans.
Floral Group \u2013 Katy Gall<\/strong> Fairly quiet at this time of year.\u00a0 Members of the group went to an event at the V&A in Dundee last week to view a Gardening Futures exhibition. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
4.<\/strong><\/td>Last minutes and matters arising<\/strong> Road flooding notified to the Councillors
The November minute was proposed by Pete Peddie and seconded by Katy Gall.<\/strong> \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
5.<\/strong><\/td>Police Matters and Report<\/strong> Contact email address: eastneuklandwardCPT@scotland.police.uk<\/a> \u00a0\u00a0 0 calls from Abercrombie 0 crimes recorded. \u00a0\u00a0 29 calls from St Monans and 5 crimes recorded. M Ashworth to ask about the number of calls received for the same crime. <\/td><\/tr>
 6.<\/strong><\/td>Chairperson\u2019s Report \u2013 Marjory Ashworth<\/strong> Thank you to all involved in the development of the Memorial Garden and the opening event.  The beautiful weather added to the success of the day, and the bell ringing was very poignant.  Overall, a great community event.Planning permission has been granted in Abercrombie despite the objections raised.Complaints received about a gritter spreading salt unevenly.  This was notified to Cllr Hayes who followed this up.  No notification yet received regarding double yellow lines as, despite agreement to go ahead with these, there is an apparent backlog at Fife Council.The Burns Supper is on 7th<\/sup> February in the town hall.  Good speakers, singers, music and dancing are planned for the evening.  The cost of a ticket is \u00a330. Entry to the hall is from 5.30pm with the evening starting at 6.15pm.  Please promote this night within the community.  <\/td><\/tr>
 7.<\/strong><\/td>Treasurer\u2019s Report \u2013 David Robertson<\/strong> \u00a0<\/strong>
2025 Accounts<\/strong> The full accounts which were not available at the AGM in November were now complete, and details were reported to those present.\u00a0 Copies of the full accounts would be made available on request. \u00a0
January report<\/strong> Cash Flow Balance – \u00a3877.20 \u00a0 Memorial Garden Balance \u2013 \u00a32,332.61 \u2013 Common good application for \u00a310,000 to be finalised & sent. \u00a0 Floral Garden Balance – \u00a32,882.49 \u2013 Applied for \u00a3250.00 from Fife Council \u00a0 Heritage Balance – \u00a33,515.65 Electricity bill outstanding \u2013 \u00a31,915.53 (Owner of premises previously paid this but stopped without notice resulting in this bill) Water bill outstanding – \u00a3107.19 A discussion followed regarding the running costs of the space and how to reduce these and it was suggested that alternative cheaper utility companies could be found.\u00a0 Katy Gall will help the treasurer with sourcing alternative utility suppliers. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
8.<\/strong><\/td>Secretary\u2019s Report<\/strong> Eileen still has many emails unread due to the number received \u2013 apologies but will catch up.
Planning
42 West End \u2013 existing outhouse to summer house
Farm related building works non-residential at Stenton.
3 The Cribbs \u2013 Replacement roof tiles\/listed building consent6 Inverie Street \u2013 dormer and rear extensions \u2013 no queries following Committee discussion.
4 Mid Shore \u2013 listed building consent\/extension\/alterations to connect two properties. Email received regarding an upgrade request for the play area between Newark Street\/Inverie Street.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Cllr Hayes advised that the Council will respond to the gentleman directly.

Document examined regarding the establishment of CCs.\u00a0Relevant point \u2013 AGM should be held prior to 31st<\/sup> August, which St Monans & Abercrombie CC will do going forward.Secretary deals with various items but also passes on items to individual CC committee members for their review and action if required. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
9.<\/strong><\/td>Members\u2019 Reports<\/strong>
Pete Peddie<\/strong> \u2013 Produced the Pittenweem Post for discussion.\u00a0 This is produced every month \u2013 paper and email copies.\u00a0 Is there any will to do something like this in St Monans? Crail Matters, Kingsbarns Eagle etc. all depend on locals supplying articles.\u00a0 Cllr Hayes advised funding possibly available.\u00a0 Pete Peddie to speak to Hazel in Pittenweem regarding this.
David Robertson<\/strong> 2 concerns raised regarding 56 Newark Street involving a large building being built in the garden?\u00a0 Is planning required?\u00a0 Work has commenced and is nearly finished.\u00a0 Cllr Hayes to investigate.report of frequent speeding in Inverie Street<\/td><\/tr>
10.<\/strong><\/td>Councillors\u2019 Reports<\/strong> Cllr Alycia Hayes<\/strong> Will request speeding survey for Inverie Street and Abercrombie.Council Officers decided not to pursue short term let zone in Fife.  All political parties came together to challenge this decision. Suggest numerous zones that are targeted? No implication for current owners of short term lets but there is a possible impact for any new owners.   Council paper presented proposing to dispose of 20 halls in Fife \u2013 challenged by Councillors.Fife Sport and Leisure Trust made a small profit in 2025 \u2013 Scottish Government to fund P5s to get swimming lessons.  All pools are secure in Fife and can now employ more staff which is very positive.  <\/td><\/tr>
11.<\/strong><\/td>Public Questions<\/strong> Dog fouling on Station Road \u2013 residents can take a photo of the person allowing their dog to foul.\u00a0Action can be taken.\u00a0 \u00a3200 fine. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
12.<\/strong><\/td>AOCB<\/strong> West Street is particularly dark at night \u2013 on way to Johnstone Close Lights out at far end of Gourlay Crescent \u2013 Cllr Hayes to report. Request for donations of Scottish products for the hamper for the Burns Supper \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
13.<\/strong><\/td>Close\/date and time of next meeting<\/strong>
The next meeting will be on Monday 16th<\/sup> February at 7.00\/7.15 pm.<\/strong> Marjory Ashworth thanked everyone for their attendance and brought the meeting to a close. \u00a0<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
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