Harald Tobermann

Stephen Penman

Heather Wilson

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Apologies received from Heather Wilson

Minutes of previous meeting accepted

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Recent public documents on congestion charging were discussed and noted that deadline for comments was 5 Jan 2004.

Agreed that submission should be sent noting regret over lack of more detailed information and concern over potential local effects (ie Pilrig becoming a rat run and site for commuter parking).

HT

Noted that there was little specific response to our comments.

Noted that by 12 Dec Council intend to have full approval of this to be forwarded for a Parliamentary Bill which will take approx 3 years. Only further action at this stage.

Recent Green Paper Discussed. NH and HT to comment.

 NH/HT

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Pilrig Park

Report back on recent meeting. Good mix of representatives. Considered bet to continue to keep this under the umbrella of PRA and separate later if this becomes best for funding etc.

Funding to PRA received for Consultants to appraise youth recreation need in Pilrig area of £5,000. The appraisal is required to seed access to further funding for grants for facilities. Ultimate funders may be New Opportunities Fund, EEP, MELA. Agreed that authority delegated to HT and SM, NH and JS to assist.

NH/JS

The works on the playground are to progress by early summer. Continuing concern was noted about dog fouling.

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Environmental and Public Realm

HT letter of objection on Water of Leith Flood Scheme circulated

Broughton Neighbourhood Forum is a new initiative by Cllr Trevor Davies. SM to attend meeting on 12 Nov at 7pm

SM

Noted that a letter on traffic problems has been sent to the Council

Noted that a letter on cleaning sent to the Council

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Planning

Noted that Wimpey have appealed against the CEC and that PRA share a place on the appeal hearing with others. HT to coordinate approach.

HT

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Pilrig Reporter

Likely next just before next AGM. HT to edit. Possible content discussed.

HT

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7 January 2004