- Attendees were recorded separately.
(1) Chairman’s Report:
The Chair opened the meeting. Those present signed the attendance sheet.
(2) Apologies:
Carol Poynton, Ian MacGilvery and Gwynfor Jones.
(3) Police Report:
Not available, however issues over the recent past were discussed.
Significant anti-social behaviour (ASB) reported at the Marine hotel, St David’s and Sefton Road, as well as e-bikes having been seized at Tan y Lan fields after a warning.
Further ASB noted on Abergele road opposite Jackie’s
Members are requested to report any issues to 101
Also, there have been reports of youngsters riding a mobility scooter in Min Y Don Park with permission of the owner- Please report.
(4) Treasurer’s Report:
Events £736.35 - Monty’s bench fund £570.00 - OCRA £49.24 Total £1355.59 Members were asked to consider a site for Monty’s bench. Merfyn suggested a site at the bottom of Wynnstay Road/Cliff gardens at the entrance to the park.
(5) Peulwys Fields:
The Local Development Plan (LDP) has been published. “South of Old Colwyn consisting of 300 (250 during this RLDP period) new homes and recreational spaces. The site will be supported by improved highway, public transport and active travel linkages. Should capacity at local primary schools need increasing because of this site and or population change, land has been safeguarded adjacent to Ysgol Swn y Don to allow for a new extension. The local GP surgery, Cadwgan, is at capacity and there is no room to develop or extend the existing building. CCBC and BCUHB have agreed a statement of common ground which includes a number of mitigation measures to help accommodate any additional patients created by the development. A commuted sum will be sought from new residential developments in the Old Colwyn area to help facilitate such measures (subject to evidence and financial viability).”
The proposed development will significantly impact transport and facilities throughout the village. Changes to roads will be necessary to accommodate increased traffic flow.
The closing of Holyrood Avenue at the Marine roundabout, and the conversion of the roundabout into a traffic light-controlled junction is being planned. That would mean all traffic for Ysgol Bryn Elian and domestic traffic for Maes Elian, Holyrood Avenue, Windsor drive and Smith Avenue would enter through Hesketh Road past the hospital.
The Resident’s Association is not in favour of this development. A press release will be made up for release.
There will be a public consultation in September. Planning officers will attend our 2nd September meeting. All members are encouraged to attend and spread the word to neighbours.
Of note, there are still planning issues with the Dolwen Road, Bryn-y-Mor development, and it was thought that Welsh Water services are at the limit of sustainability without the Peulwys Farm development.
(6) Litter Pick:
A successful evening was had with members joining up with the local scouts to clear the river Colwyn as well as litter pick around the village. A substantial amount of rubbish (6 bags) plus other loose items was cleared. Members enjoyed the evening, and a repeat will be planned for later in the year.
(7) Promenade Parking:
Machines are in place along the Old Colwyn end but are not yet ‘Live’.
A recent email from Traffic department at CCBC said that a parking permit for Colwyn Bay promenade is valid for the Old Colwyn end. This currently costs £100 per year.
(8) Any other business:
Bryn Rodyn farm planning application An application has been made for a ‘Dog exercise park’ in the field adjacent to the farm and Bryn y Mor estate. The application is requesting substantial hours of use 7 days per week. This application reference 0/52584 can be commented on until Tuesday 8th July via - cynllunioplanning@conwy.gov.uk or by writing to - Benjamin Carr, Conwy County Council, Coed Pella, Colwyn Bay. LL29 7AZ
Llanelian road Speed alert sign is still out for repair. Reports of road rage incidents in the vicinity of Ty Gwyn school
Wynn gardens water fountain has been reported as blocked.
Berthes Road/Min y Don bowling hedge height was discussed.
Min Afon flats - No progress yet.
Wales in Bloom - Judging will be 18th July - Fingers crossed.
(9) Closure and Date of Next Meeting:
The meeting closed at 2100.
The next meeting will be 5th August at 7.30pm. English Methodist Church schoolroom.