{"id":12739,"date":"2026-10-26T20:15:55","date_gmt":"2026-10-26T20:15:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stmonans.org.uk\/blog\/?p=12739"},"modified":"2026-10-26T20:16:02","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T20:16:02","slug":"community-council-minutes-19-10-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stmonans.org.uk\/blog\/community-council-minutes-19-10-26\/","title":{"rendered":"Community Council Minutes 19-10-26"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

ST. MONANS AND ABERCROMBIE COMMUNITY COUNCIL<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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

Present:<\/strong><\/td>Marjory Ashworth (Chair), Suzy Cheong (Vice Chair), Eileen Montador (Secretary), Katy Gall, Peter Peddie, Cllr Alycia Hayes, Diane Martin (Minute Secretary)  <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Apologies:<\/strong><\/td>David Robertson (Treasurer)<\/td><\/tr>
 <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Members of the public:<\/strong> 16  <\/td><\/tr>
1.<\/strong><\/td>Welcome and apologies<\/strong>
Marjory Ashworth welcomed everyone to the meeting. Apologies were received and recorded. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
2.<\/strong><\/td>Declarations of interest<\/strong>
There were no declarations of interest. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/strong>.<\/td>Common Good Land \u2013 Miller Terrace\/Forth Street<\/strong>
Local interested residents were invited to the meeting tonight to allow an open discussion to help determine the preferred way forward for the common good land at the corner of Miller Terrace and Forth Street.\u00a0 It was agreed that most people present wanted the area tidied up. A number of residents shared stories and provided information about the various parked vehicles\/boats, and the general use of this site by locals, deliverymen, carers, workmen etc. over the years.\u00a0 The site is currently hardcore and grass and gets very muddy in wet weather with some concerns raised about drainage.\u00a0
Cllr Hayes suggested that the grass area could be sectioned off to prevent people parking on it and it was agreed that essential car parking spaces should be retained. It was also suggested that improved signage could be provided to direct visitors to the current carpark at the public toilets, and to the main coastal path.\u00a0 Eileen Montador advised that FCCT are currently improving signage in the area. There was a further query about how any improvements would be financed, and the basic details of Fife Council\u2019s Common Good Fund funding process were explained to the meeting. \u00a0 It was agreed at the meeting that local residents would like this area improved and Cllr Hayes will now contact the Council in this regard.\u00a0 The Council will likely draw up suggested improvements, and all options should include parking spaces.\u00a0 Improvements should also include a grassed area and planting to enhance the site. \u00a0 Cllr Hayes did add that she had contacted the Council in March 2026 about improving this site but had not received a response. \u00a0 Marjory Ashworth thanked everyone for coming to the meeting to discuss this subject and advised that any progress will be communicated via the CC meeting, which is held on the third Monday of every month, and via the minutes which are posted on the St Monans and Abercrombie Community Council Facebook page.\u00a0 Residents can also contact the CC directly via email\u00a0 community@stmonans.org.uk<\/a> \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
4.<\/strong><\/td>Reports from Community Groups<\/strong> \u00a0<\/strong>
Floral Group \u2013 Katy Gall<\/strong> The group has been busy recently with establishing a rockery and planting beside the anchor at the Memorial garden.\u00a0 Winter plants have been planted in the planters in Braehead.\u00a0 Two additional helpers, John and Bob, have been helping to restore the boat at the top of the village, repairing the bench at the Welly Boot Garden and painting the shed.\u00a0 The hanging baskets will hopefully be removed next weekend. \u00a0<\/strong>
SMAKE \u2013 Peter Peddie<\/strong> Lottery Heritage fund is satisfied, and the group can now move to the development stage.\u00a0 They issued a Press release via The Courier to launch a crowd funder to raise match funding.\u00a0 The goal is \u00a3100,000.\u00a0 A video was made about the Kirk, and this has been shared on social media.\u00a0 Various events are planned for the coming months including a brass band and the East Neuk Knit festival. Donations to the crowdfunder can be made by visiting crowdfunder.co.uk\/p\/stmonansauldkirk<\/a> \u00a0
Pool and Pans \u2013 Peter Peddie<\/strong> This group has held charity status now for just over a year.\u00a0 The AGM will be held on 20th<\/sup> November in the Masonic Hall to discuss the way forward.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
5.<\/strong><\/td>Last minutes and matters arising<\/strong>
East Neuk Vet clinic \u2013 ongoing Muir Land \u2013 need followed up as more vehicles abandoned on their site. Sawmill corner signage \u2013 now replaced after 2 years. Steps at the Plerick \u2013 signage now put up when the steps are closed. British Gas \u2013 long standing issue now resolved with a balance of zero. \u00a0<\/strong>
The September minute was proposed by Katy Gall and seconded by Peter Peddie.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong> \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
6.<\/strong><\/td>Police Matters and Report<\/strong>
Contact email address: eastneuklandwardCPT@scotland.police.uk<\/a>\u00a0 (not for emergencies)\u00a0 \u00a0 Drugs raid at the beginning of October which involved 7 vehicles – 2 unmarked cars and 5 police cars on a Sunday morning.Parking attendants have been visiting the village periodically and issuing penalty notices where appropriate.Cllr Hayes met with the Police Commander regarding the cessation of the newsletter which would appear to further reduce Police contact with the communities.\u00a0 It was suggested that we provide the police with our CC meeting timetable and if they are in the vicinity or available, they will drop in to the meeting.\u00a0 Cllr Hayes will provide the timetable. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
 7.<\/strong><\/td>Chairperson\u2019s Report \u2013 Marjory Ashworth<\/strong>
More graffiti in the village \u2013 still in the bus shelter.More reports of motor bikes in the village causing a noise nuisance. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
8.<\/strong><\/td>Treasurer\u2019s Report \u2013 David Robertson<\/strong>
Memorial Garden \u2013<\/strong> no payments or invoices as yet
NNG funding \u2013<\/strong> funds for the football club have not been issued yet as no details have been provided for the cheque.\u00a0 The Autumn Club has applied for \u00a31000 – just awaiting a signature by Anne and approval by the CC meeting.\u00a0 This was obtained.
Floral Account<\/strong>\u00a0– one payment of \u00a3219 issued. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
9.<\/strong><\/td>Secretary\u2019s Report \u2013 Eileen Montador<\/strong>
Changes to planning online info system \u2013 no impact on CC.
Members of CC invited to Colinsburgh \u2013 national emergency briefing
Webinar from SP energy invite Scottish forum of CCs online conference 9.11.26 on Local Government reform
Contact Eileen if you would like to attend any of these events. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
10.<\/strong><\/td>Members\u2019 Reports<\/strong> \u00a0<\/strong>
Peter Peddie:<\/strong> suggested NNG funding on behalf of East Neuk First Responders? They would like to submit an application e.g. to maintain\/replace\/additional defibrillator at the church on the coastal path. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
11.<\/strong><\/td>Councillors\u2019 Reports<\/strong>
Cllr Hayes: Safer communities \u2013 ask people not to release helium balloons to protect livestock.
Consultations on Fife website:\u00a0
1. device free schools
2. Bus service consultation \u2013 supported service e.g. 95 and the Flexi bus.\u00a0 Paper copies of consultation available via Cllr Hayes\/Katy Gall.\u00a0 Really important that people emphasise the need for these services.\u00a0 Already shared on FB.\u00a0 Consultations are open until 8\/11\/26.
Changes to submissions \u2013 planning service now demanding people submit objections etc. by post or via the planning portal (timer on it \u2013 10-minute limit).\u00a0 You cannot email in.\u00a0 There is a cost implication here and also possible delays due to rural postal services.\u00a0 Cllr Hayes feels these changes are very discriminatory.
Visitor levy \u2013 step forward but differing opinions between West and Northeast Fife Cllrs.\u00a0 Fife Council not taking on board the suggestions in the consultation.\u00a0 TBC. \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
12.<\/strong><\/td>Public Questions<\/strong>
Question about the use of the Auld Kirk which was answered by Peter Peddie.
Johnstons Close \u2013 mattress \/ terrible smell \/ weeds \/ drain \/ bins \/ dirty steps \u2013 Cllr Hayes will report to Housing.
Two big potholes on the road across from the West Pier on West Shore
Garages on Queen Margaret Street \u2013 Council ground – weeds \/ potholes \/ not maintained.
Station Road has not been swept for 2 months.
Hedge on Hope Place needing cut \u2013 Katy Gall to report to the Council \u2013 Estates Dept.
Memorial Garden is very dark at night.
House at 35 Inverie Street \u2013 lot of rubbish in garden lying up against a fence. This is a council house.\u00a0 Trees dead in the garden too.\u00a0 \u2013 emailed to housing dept.
Rubbish behind top shop \u2013 to be reported.
Vauxhall white van parked on front in front of the old post office.\u00a0 Been reported but nothing happening.\u00a0 Reported to DVLA.\u00a0 No MOT, etc.\u00a0 CC to report this to the police. \u00a0 \u00a0<\/td><\/tr>
13.<\/strong><\/td>AOCB<\/strong>  <\/td><\/tr>
14.<\/strong><\/td>Close\/date and time of next meeting<\/strong>
The next meeting will be on Monday 16th<\/sup> November at 7.30 pm.<\/strong>
Marjory Ashworth thanked everyone for their attendance and brought the meeting to a close. \u00a0<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
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