Results of Insch School Travel Survey June 2008

BACKGROUND

Over the last year there has been a big expansion in the size of Insch although the school role itself has not significantly increased. The last traffic survey was carried out in 2006 and since then traffic calming measures have been introduced on Martin Road along with flashing 20mph signs on Alexander and George Street. A trial one way system along Alexander Street was introduced and to judge how effective the trial was a questionnaire was drawn up. The questionnaire was also designed to obtain up to date information which reflected the current size of Insch. Altogether 204 questionnaires were issued. This included 29 to the Nursery classes. The Nursery classes either walk or more predominately come to school by car as they are not eligible to go on the buses. Due to this the nursery questionnaires were marked with an N on the right hand corner so that they could be analysed independently.

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Download the Insch School Travel Survey June 2008

The North East Scotland Biological Records Centre (NESBReC) has organised a programme of FREE courses based at Insch Meadow aimed at learning to identify our native wildlife. Each course will be led by a local expert
The courses are suitable for absolute beginners or those with some knowledge already. As well as covering Insch Meadow, some courses will also visit other nearby habitats and some use will be made of the Bennachie Visitor Centre for interesting talks by some of the course leaders.
Please bring a packed lunch, a notebook, stout footwear, waterproofs and sun protection. These courses have been funded by Bennachie Community Council as part of a Big Lottery Breathing Places award.
Booking is essential. To book a FREE place contact NESBReC at
glenn.roberts@aberdeenshire.gov.uk or phone 01224 273633

Dates are :-
28 June, 6 July, 11/12 July, 26 July, 10 August, 23 August, 27 September
For more information, click on the individual dates on the Mini Calendar opposite.

NOTICES UNDER THE PLANNING ACTS
The following applications have been submitted for the consideration of Aberdeenshire Council. Plans can be inspected during normal office hours at the main area office below or any additional office as stated in this advert. Plans can also be viewed online at www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/planning at all Aberdeenshire libraries. Any person wishing to make representations should do so in writing (quoting the reference number and stating clearly the grounds of their representation) within the specified period. You can also make representations online or to the email address below. Please note any representations made will be available for public inspection and will be published on the internet.
Please Note: Any person making representations will be advised of the decision. A copy of the decision notice can be viewed online or at the main area office below.
Address representations to:-
Head of Development Management and Building Standards, Aberdeenshire Council,
Gordon House, Blackhall Road, Inverurie, AB51 3WA or Email: ga.planapps@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Address of Proposal
Proposal/
Reference
Name & Address of Applicant
Where Plans Can Be Inspected in Addition to Area Office
PROPOSAL AFFECTING THE CHARACTER OR SETTING OF
A LISTED BUILDING OR CONSERVATION AREA
Period for lodging representations - 21 days
Land Adjacent To
Drumrossie
Insch
Erection of 47 no. Dwellinghouses, Access Road and Roundabout
APP/2006/1990
Drumrossie Land Development Company
Per CMS Cameron McKenna
Migvie House
North Silver Street
Aberdeen

Eileen has just managed to print another 125 copies of the Children's Leukaemia fundraising cook book. If anyone didn't manage to get one last time round or would like another copy for a Christmas present, they are now available from Eileen Milne, 01464 820175, 49 Dunnydeer Park, Insch, price £5. The remainder will be on sale in the Medical Ward at Aberdeen Children's hospital, with proceeds going to benefit children with cancer and long-term illnesses.

Jane

Insch has won a Breathing Space grant of £8000 from the Big Lottery Fund. This will be used to regenerate Insch Meadow.
What is a Breathing Space? It is somewhere you can escape the hassles of everyday life and children can learn about nature and get their hands dirty.
Where is Insch Meadow? In the High Street turn left down the lane at the side of the Masonic Hall. You will find an area of long grass, trees and bushes, with a burn running through it.
What will the grant be used for? A mown picnic area will be created with picnic tables. The grassland will be managed to encourage the spread of wild flowers, improving the biodiversity of the area. A new pond is planned where a curling pond existed before WWI.
The main aim of the project is to make Insch Meadow a place which the community can be proud of and which residents can visit and enjoy on a regular basis.
A project management group has been set up comprising members of the West Garioch Community Council, Aberdeenshire Ranger Service and other local people. The The project will be launched with an Environmental Extravaganza being held at the Meadow on Saturday 28 July (See event on Calendar)
During the coming year we will be looking for willing and enthusiastic volunteers for tasks such as clearing weeds and litter, planting wildflowers and helping to create a new pond. If you would like to find out more about how you can help and receive regular updates on the project please email me (mairim@btinternet.com).
However, regenerating the site is just the first step. We want to create a valuable asset that can be used for education and enjoyment for years to come. This will not be possible without the continued support of the people of the Insch area - we urge you to get involved and make the Meadow your own!