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Ian Brodie resigns. In September Ian Brodie tendered his resignation to the Council because of family commitments and that he and his family will be spending a considerable time away. Consequently Ian thought that he would not be able to serve the community as well as he would like. The Chairman reluctantly accepted and thanked Ian for his commitment to date. This left a vacancy for a Kinloss member which has been advertised in the local press and there have been 3 expressions of interest. An appointrment is expected to made shortly.(27 September 2007)
Mike Thompson is the CCs choice. At the meeting of the Community Council on 25 October Mike Thompson was chosen to fill the vacant seat left by Ian Brodie. However, he cannot take up his position until his appointment has been ratified by Moray Council.
CC asks Grampian Police to raise their profile in Findhorn. (28 October 2007) Following an increase in petty crime and vandalism the CC have asked Grampian Police to increase patrols in the Findhorn area.
Mike Thompson's appointment has been ratified by Moray Council. (31 October 2007).
National Association of Community Councils. Les Morgan has been appointed as the Representative for Moray (October 2007).
Gill Sutherland resigns. The Chairman reluctantly accepted Gill's resignation which she submitted in November due to her increased family commitments. Gill has served the FKCC for the last 2 years and her efforts have been much appreciated. During that time she was the FKCC representative on the FBNR Committee and also provided the venue for the Kinloss meetings until The Stable Inn closed as a public house. (26 November 2007).
Anne Skene was chosen by the CC to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Gill Sutherland at the meeting held on 29 November 2007. Her name will now be submitted to Moray Council for ratification.
Anne Skene's appointment has been ratified by
Moray Council (31 January 2008).
RAF Kinloss Surplus Housing. Developer outlines
proposals at FKCC meeting on 28 February 2008.
26 April 2008. From a list of 10 bidders a shortlist of 4 has
been announced.
FKCC invited to attend development meeting with Moray Council,
RAF Kinloss and representatives from Defence Housing Executive on
Wednesday 18 June 2008.
The meeting was very productive and although details of the 4
bidders proposals were discussed, detail, at this stage of
negotiations, is confidential. Nevertheless it is the intention
of FKCC to be party to any further meetings, to follow the
development by the successful bidder closely and ensure that the
condition of sale are fully adhered to.
One of the UK’s most successful private banks has been
appointed preferred bidder in the disposal of over 300 houses at
RAF Kinloss. The Julian Hodge Bank, trading as Moray Cambrian
Homes, has been selected by MOD as preferred bidder in a
significant move forward in the disposal of surplus housing at
the base. (27 July 2008)
Community Beat Officer. 20 August 2008. PC Marie Page has been appointed Community Beat Officer for Findhorn and Kinloss by Grampian Police. Marie intends to be at our next meeting on 28 August at the JMI to answer any questions from the public and hopes to open a local police surgery in the area details to be arranged.
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