PARKING AT HARLAW: Concern over parking at Harlaw Reservoir has once again emerged as a real issue for local residents after the installation of double-yellow lines on the approach to the popular venue for dog walking, cycling and fishing.
Some motorists have even parked between the double-yellow lines and the hedge on what is a verge.
Councillor Graham Bruce told Balerno Community Council (BCC) that he questioned City of Edinburgh Council officials on the matter and they indicated that anybody parking on the verge would be given a ticket.
Bruce confirmed he would go back to the relevant official and ask for clarity on the issue.
For clarity, community councillors were told at their October meeting that Rosebery Estates own the land but City of Edinburgh Council (COEC) upkeep the road.
The Council also considered the draft TRO and agreed to respond to invitation to comment further by suggesting the need for a reasonable period of free parking given the absence public transport to the reservoirs and its use for exercise by people who were unlikely to be able to access the area except by car.
OFFER OF A BENCH: BCC are to open talks with Currie and Balerno News officials after the offer of a bench to celebrate the 500th edition of the free newspaper which circulates in Colinton, Baberton, Juniper Green, Currie and Balerno. Two sites have been suggested, one near the Green Bridge and the other outside the Welcome Station on Bridge Road.
WEEDS IN BALENRO: BCC once again explored the issue and updated two councillors who were present, Neil Gardiner and Graeme Bruce, on the current situation.
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS: Richard Henderson, chairman of Balerno Community Council (BCC) confirmed that Balerno Gala had undertaken to source a Christmas tree and dates for the switch on of the lights were being considered. The tree support in a tub is intact despite being involved in a recent traffic incident.
RAVELRIG QUARRY: Richard Henderson, chair of BCC, said he had received a revised draft agreement from Tarman’s solicitors and would liaise with the Ravelrig Quarry Liason group and report back to BCC.
LOCAL PLACE PLAN: Balerno’s Local Place Plan (LPP) has received favourable comments from the City of Edinburgh Council following submission. The plan has been approved by the City of Edinburgh Council. Mark Galloway, who pulled the report together, was given a vote of thanks by BCC members.
KINGFISHER ESTATE RUBBISH BIN: A resident complained to BCC that the bin bought by estate residents, who also pay for collection, had become an eyesore as it is being stuffed full of pizza boxes and associated rubbish, including dog poo, by a variety of people. He alleged the people who deposit include lorry drivers and school pupils.
Residents have had enough of what he called the “total abuse” of the facility and they want the City of Edinburgh Council to adopt the bin which is on Somervile Road.
Councillor Graeme Bruce listened to the plea and said he would look into the issue with officials.
RURAL ROADS: An audit has been prepared and the results will be issued soon. Hugh Watt, a member of BCC, said cars and school buses were travelling at speed through Glenbrook and asked Councillors Gardiner and Bruce to take note.
ALLY DONALDSON: Richard Henderson, chair of Balerno Community Council, said Mr Donaldson’s death at the age of 60 had been a real shock. The former Edinburgh Rugby captain and Scotland international was a pillar of Currie Rugby Club who he helped coach to two Scottish Premiership titles. He also played a major part in developing young talent at George Watson’s College where he was a teacher and director of rugby for 36 years before taking early retirement. BCC will now communicate their sympathy to the Donaldson family.
MEETING VENUE: The next meeting of BCC will be held in the Welcome Centre in Bridge Road (the former police station) on Thursday, November 5 (7pm).
Some motorists have even parked between the double-yellow lines and the hedge on what is a verge.
Councillor Graham Bruce told Balerno Community Council (BCC) that he questioned City of Edinburgh Council officials on the matter and they indicated that anybody parking on the verge would be given a ticket.
Bruce confirmed he would go back to the relevant official and ask for clarity on the issue.
For clarity, community councillors were told at their October meeting that Rosebery Estates own the land but City of Edinburgh Council (COEC) upkeep the road.
The Council also considered the draft TRO and agreed to respond to invitation to comment further by suggesting the need for a reasonable period of free parking given the absence public transport to the reservoirs and its use for exercise by people who were unlikely to be able to access the area except by car.
OFFER OF A BENCH: BCC are to open talks with Currie and Balerno News officials after the offer of a bench to celebrate the 500th edition of the free newspaper which circulates in Colinton, Baberton, Juniper Green, Currie and Balerno. Two sites have been suggested, one near the Green Bridge and the other outside the Welcome Station on Bridge Road.
WEEDS IN BALENRO: BCC once again explored the issue and updated two councillors who were present, Neil Gardiner and Graeme Bruce, on the current situation.
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS: Richard Henderson, chairman of Balerno Community Council (BCC) confirmed that Balerno Gala had undertaken to source a Christmas tree and dates for the switch on of the lights were being considered. The tree support in a tub is intact despite being involved in a recent traffic incident.
RAVELRIG QUARRY: Richard Henderson, chair of BCC, said he had received a revised draft agreement from Tarman’s solicitors and would liaise with the Ravelrig Quarry Liason group and report back to BCC.
LOCAL PLACE PLAN: Balerno’s Local Place Plan (LPP) has received favourable comments from the City of Edinburgh Council following submission. The plan has been approved by the City of Edinburgh Council. Mark Galloway, who pulled the report together, was given a vote of thanks by BCC members.
KINGFISHER ESTATE RUBBISH BIN: A resident complained to BCC that the bin bought by estate residents, who also pay for collection, had become an eyesore as it is being stuffed full of pizza boxes and associated rubbish, including dog poo, by a variety of people. He alleged the people who deposit include lorry drivers and school pupils.
Residents have had enough of what he called the “total abuse” of the facility and they want the City of Edinburgh Council to adopt the bin which is on Somervile Road.
Councillor Graeme Bruce listened to the plea and said he would look into the issue with officials.
RURAL ROADS: An audit has been prepared and the results will be issued soon. Hugh Watt, a member of BCC, said cars and school buses were travelling at speed through Glenbrook and asked Councillors Gardiner and Bruce to take note.
ALLY DONALDSON: Richard Henderson, chair of Balerno Community Council, said Mr Donaldson’s death at the age of 60 had been a real shock. The former Edinburgh Rugby captain and Scotland international was a pillar of Currie Rugby Club who he helped coach to two Scottish Premiership titles. He also played a major part in developing young talent at George Watson’s College where he was a teacher and director of rugby for 36 years before taking early retirement. BCC will now communicate their sympathy to the Donaldson family.
MEETING VENUE: The next meeting of BCC will be held in the Welcome Centre in Bridge Road (the former police station) on Thursday, November 5 (7pm).
