Since the message below was issued, the director has chosen another location so there will be no filming at The Strathdearn on Thursday 28th.
We have had confirmation that the Bollywood movie crew will be filming at the Strathdearn Hub tomorrow (28 Sept), for one day. This will mean the car park will be busy, but we will have a parking attendant on duty to help with the extra volume of vehicles. We thank you in advance for your patience.
I have received the information that Strathdearn CC has not had enough nominations to form a new council. Unless there are at least 4 nominations by 12 noon on Tuesday 3rd October Strathdearn Community Council will be dissolved at midnight on 10th October. There will be NO COUNCIL to take your concerns to The Highland Council or any other body, and work will stop on any discussions we are having now. PLEASE, if you value the work the CC does for the community, put yourself forward. All the details can be found on The Highland Council website
If the CC does not form there will be an election in March next year, almost six months away, but how will the community manage for that length of time without a council? Please don’t let that happen.
Carol James
Please ensure that Strathdearn is not one of the large number of councils that the Highland Council predict will be dissolved, as they do not have enough nominees to form a new council. Let’s make Strathdearn one of the councils that will reform by having at least 4 residents put themselves forward before midday on Tuesday 3rd October. If you want to help your community, become a Community Councillor by nominating yourself on the form on the Highland council website www.highland.gov.uk/ccelections Help in filling it in can be obtained from the elections team by emailing ccelection@highland.gov.uk or phoning 01349 886657.
I understand that those councils that do not form this time will have a chance to do so at another election in March next year. I hope that that will not be needed as Strathdearn, without a CC for about 5 months, would be a poorer place.
Carol James
A new wind farm development is proposed for a location 5.6km east of Tomatin and 6.6km north-west of Carrbridge.
Proposals are at an early stage. The developers have submitted a Scoping Report to the Scottish Government and are undertaking a range of public consultation including local events in Tomatin on Oct 3 and Carrbridge on Oct 4.
Number of turbines – 9
Turbine height (to tip) – 200m
Wind capacity – 55.8MW
Operating period – 35years
Annual community benefit – £279,000
A dedicated website provides much more information:
https://www.balnespickwindfarm.co.uk/
Information Post: It is hoped that the outreach Post Office service to Tomatin will shortly be resumed. Watch out for updates
for further information contact Aviemore Post Office on ☎️ 01479 811056
The current Community Council is coming to the end of its life and nominations for members of the new council are needed.
Those wishing to put themselves forward need to self-nominate by completing the online form that is available on the Highland Council website. (www. highland.gov.uk/ccelections) It’s simple and should take approximately 5 minutes to complete. All candidates have to do is submit their contact details, name of the community council they wish to represent, confirm they are eligible and provide their electoral number. This can be obtained by completing the electoral number request form, by emailing the Electoral Registration Office at ero@highland.gov.uk or by telephoning 0800 393783.
The cut off date for submitting a nomination is 12 noon on Tuesday 3rd October 2023. The information about nominees will be published on the Community Council Election webpage.
The Elections team and the Ward Manager are available to help anyone who has difficulty accessing or completing the online form. Their email address is ccelection@highland.gov.uk and their phone number is 01349 886657.
For the Council to be reformed at least 4 nominations are needed. If between 4 and 8 nominations are made, the election will be uncontested. The last meeting of this council will then be on Tuesday 10th October. The council will be dissolved at 11;59 pm that day. If there are more than 8 nominations the election is contested and the last meeting of this council will be on Tuesday 14th November. A ballot will be held and postal votes have to be in by midday on the 27th November. Contested councils will be dissolved at 12:59 at 11:59 pm that day. In both these cases the council should be re-formed this year. If there are less than 4 nominations the council is dissolved and a new round of nominations will take place in January before a new council can be formed.
Please, put yourself forward now as a Councillor, as Strathdearn, without a Community Council is unthinkable.
Carol James
Chair Strathdearn CC
The Strathdearn is renting out our catering kitchen for the next 6 weeks, to a Bollywood Film unit! You may smell some delicious, authentic Indian cooking coming from the extended marquee they have set up.
They will be working long shifts, and have been given full access to the building, so don’t be alarmed if you see people out of hours
Scan the QR code, or click this link, to buy tickets online. Additionally, some tickets will be available at the hall office for anyone who doesn’t want to book tickets online. Office hours are 10am – 4pm (Monday – Friday)
(Ticket includes entry, entertainment, buffet and drink for the bells. Full circle will be playing from 8pm (doors open at 7:30pm)
Come and celebrate the New Year with us at the most exciting event in the village! The Strathdearn Hogmanay Bash will be held on Sunday, December 31, 2023 starting at 19:30 GMT. Get ready for a night filled with fun, music, and festivities!
Our event will take place in the charming village of Tomatin, located in Inverness at IV13 7YN. We have prepared a fantastic venue where you can enjoy live music, delicious food, and a wide selection of beverages.
Get ready to dance the night away with our incredible band “Full Circle”. Whether you’re a fan of traditional Scottish music or prefer modern beats, we have something for everyone. Expect a lively atmosphere and an unforgettable night!
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to celebrate Hogmanay with friends and family. It’s the perfect way to bid farewell to the old year and welcome in the new one. So mark your calendars and get ready for an evening of joy, laughter, and great memories.
Join us at the Strathdearn Hogmanay Bash and let’s make this New Year’s Eve an unforgettable experience!
Interested or would like to view the full job advert – Please contact Elaine at elainemacleod@strathdearn.org
(for up to 2 weeks)
All persons wishing to hire an eBike from The Strathdearn must be over the age of 18 and should live within the IV13 boundary of Strathdearn. Our eBikes may be ridden by U18s but the hire agreement must be made by a parent or guardian over 18. Persons under 14 may not legally ride an ebike on a public road.
ROAD SAFETY
All persons using the eBikes are expected to be able to cycle safely on public roads and be able to follow the Highway Code and the ‘Extra Rules for Cyclists’ (Rules 187-211).
KIT PROVIDED
All eBike hires include:
· Bike and battery
· Helmet
· Bike lock
· Charging unit
· Bike cover
· Puncture repair kit
For more information contact us through: enquiries@strathdearn.org or call us on 01808 511700
The ebikes have been made possible with funding from Energy Saving Trust and the wider support infrastructure through partnership with Cycling Scotland. Free trials for residents are subsidised through the community Health and Wellbeing Fund by Strathdearn Community Developments
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