Agenda Document Pack - Alyth Common Good Fund Committee - 27/10/2025
Perth and Kinross Council · 27 October 2025
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Ambition | Compassion | Integrity Our vision is for a Perth and Kinross where everyone can live life well, free from poverty and inequality Council Building 2 High Street Perth PH1 5PH 20/10/2025 A hybrid meeting of the Alyth Common Good Fund Committee will be held in the Council Chamber on Monday, 27 October 2025 at 13:30. If you have any queries please contact Committee Services on (01738) 475000 or email Committee@pkc.gov.uk. THOMAS GLEN Chief Executive Those attending the meeting are requested to ensure that all notifications are silent on their device and other devices are in silent mode. Please note that the meeting will be broadcast online and recorded. The recording will be publicly available on the Council’s website following the meeting. Members: Councillor Hugh Anderson Councillor Stewart Donaldson Councillor Grant Laing Councillor Colin Stewart Councillor Grant Stewart Councillor Jack Welch Page 1 of 18
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Alyth Common Good Fund Committee Monday, 27 October 2025 AGENDA MEMBERS ARE REMINDED OF THEIR OBLIGATION TO DECLARE ANY FINANCIAL OR NON-FINANCIAL INTEREST WHICH THEY MAY HAVE IN ANY ITEM ON THIS AGENDA IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE COUNCILLORS’ CODE OF CONDUCT. 1 WELCOME AND APOLOGIES 2 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST 3 MINUTE OF MEETING OF ALYTH COMMON GOOD FUND COMMITTEE OF 22 MAY 2023 FOR APPROVAL (copy herewith) 5 - 6 4 MATTERS ARISING 5 APPLICATIONS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Report by Strategic Lead - Housing and Communities (copy herewith 25/265) 7 - 10 6 2022/23 TO 2024/25 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND 2025/26 FINANCIAL STATEMENT Report by Chief Finance Officer (copy herewith 25/266) 11 - 18 IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE PUBLIC AND PRESS SHOULD BE EXCLUDED DURING CONSIDERATION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEM(S) IN ORDER TO AVOID THE DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION WHICH IS EXEMPT IN TERMS OF SCHEDULE 7A TO THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT (SCOTLAND) ACT 1973 P1 NEW LEASE - DIAMOND JUBILEE PARK PAVILION • Exempt Reason 6 - Information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (other than the authority). • Exempt Reason 9 - Any terms proposed or to be proposed by or to the authority in the course of negotiations for a contract for the acquisition or disposal of property or the supply of goods or services. Page 3 of 18
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ALYTH COMMON GOOD FUND COMMITTEE Minute of hybrid meeting of the Alyth Common Good Fund Committee held in the Council Chamber, 2 High Street, Perth on Monday 22 May 2023 at 1:30pm. Present: Councillors H Anderson, S Donaldson, C Stewart, G Stewart and J Welch. In Attendance: J Guild, F Lambie, R Ramsay, C Robertson and M Pasternak (all Corporate and Democratic Services); J Dudgeon and L Haxton (both Communities), G Train (Alyth Community Council Chairperson). Apologies: Councillor G Laing. Councillor G Stewart, Convener, Presiding. 1. APPOINTMENT OF CONVENER Nominations were sought for the appointment of Convener. Councillor H Anderson seconded by Councillor C Stewart nominated Councillor G Stewart as Convener. There being no other nominations, Councillor G Stewart was duly appointed Convener. 2. WELCOME AND APOLOGIES Councillor G Stewart welcomed all those present to the meeting and an apology was noted as above. Mr Grant Train, Chair of Alyth Community Council, was welcomed to the meeting in the capacity of Advisory Non-Voting Member. 3. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST There were no Declaration of Interests in terms of the Councillors Code of Conduct. 4. MINUTE OF MEETING OF THE ALYTH COMMON GOOD FUND OF 20 JUNE 2018 FOR APPROVAL The minute of meeting of the Alyth Common Good Fund of 20 June 2018 was submitted and approved as an accurate record. 5. MATTERS ARISING Councillor C Stewart sought clarification on the final outturn for the Alyth and District Agricultural Show Society grant, awarded by the Committee in June 2018. C Robertson confirmed the final outturn was £660. 3 Page 5 of 18
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6. APPLICATIONS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE There was submitted a report by Head of Culture and Community Services (23/146) asking Alyth Common Good Fund Committee to consider one small grant application. Motion by Councillors H Anderson and J Welch Alyth & District Agricultural Show be awarded a grant of £1200 towards paying local groups and an individual in exchange for a showcase of traditional displays and skills to the local community as a part of the Show. Amendment by Councillor C Stewart Refuse the application due to the event taking place out with Alyth District and Strathmore Ward as a whole. On failing to secure a seconder, the amendment subsequently fell. Resolved: In accordance with the Motion. 7. 2022/23 AND 2023/24 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS There was submitted a report by the Head of Finance (23/147) providing the projected outturn for Financial Year 2022/23, and the estimated income and Fund balance for Financial Year 2023/24. Resolved: (i) The projected Income and Expenditure to the 31 March 2023 for the Alyth Common Good Fund for the 2022/23 Financial Year, as set out in Appendix 1 to the report, be noted. (ii) The projected Income and Expenditure to the 31 March 2024 for the Alyth Common Good Fund for the 2023/24 Financial Year, as set out in Appendix 2 to the report, be noted. Page 6 of 18
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Our vision is a Perth and Kinross where everyone can live life well, free from poverty and inequality Committee or Board: Alyth Common Good Fund Committee Date of Meeting: 27 October 2025 Report Title: Applications for Financial Assistance Report Number: 25/265 Report Author: Sarah Kimmet, Community Empowerment Officer communityempowerment@pkc.gov.uk Organisational Lead: Elaine Ritchie, Strategic Lead - Housing and Communities 1. Purpose 1.1 The report asks Alyth Common Good Fund Committee to consider one small grant application. 1.2 Sections 1. Purpose 2. Recommendations 3. Background / Main Issues 4. Proposals 5. Conclusion 6. Impact and Value Assessment 2. Recommendations It is recommended that the Committee: 2.1 Consider the grant application and agree any financial assistance to be awarded. 3. Background / Main Issues 3.1 Perth and Kinross Council owns land and property which forms part of the Common Good of the former burghs in Perth and Kinross and has a statutory duty in terms of section 15 of the Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994 to administer this land and property "having regard to the interests of the 5 Page 7 of 18
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inhabitants" of those former burghs. This duty also applies to the administration of the associated Common Good Funds. 3.2 The Common Good Funds have traditionally demonstrated their support to local residents and organisations by distributing grants. These grant awards allow individuals and local organisations to carry out a wide range of community-based activities. 3.3 Applications to Common Good Funds vary across the different former burghs of Perth and Kinross. 3.4 A summary of the provisional 2025/26 Financial Assistance budget is provided below: 2025/26 Projected Surplus £900 Value of grants paid and committed £0 Remaining Financial Assistance Budget £0 Value of funding requested and under consideration £900 4. Proposals 4.1 Alyth in Bloom are seeking a £900 contribution towards the Alyth Boer War Memorial Plaza Regeneration. 4.2 Alyth in Bloom was established in 2000 to enhance the natural, cultural, and historic aspects of Alyth, making it a more enjoyable place to live, work and visit. A public consultation carried out in July 2025 confirmed strong support for Alyth in Bloom’s Boer War Memorial Plaza Regeneration project, with residents highlighting accessibility, safety, and visual appeal as key priorities. The project aims to revitalise the area adjacent to Alyth’s Market Square to create a more accessible, attractive, and functional area for the town. This area also accommodates a key historic local landmark; the Boer War Memorial which was erected to honour local soldiers who fought and died during the Second Boer War. In addition, the project area includes a historic (non-functional) water fountain, raised planting areas, and an ornate metal sculpture complete with feature clock (currently not working) that was installed by the Alyth Christmas Lights committee in 2000 to celebrate the millennium. As part of the project, these monuments and features will be professionally cleaned and restored. The water fountain will remain non-functional to reduce maintenance. 4.3 There is a large gravel surface, which is difficult to maintain due to overhanging trees and leaf debris and presents accessibility challenges for wheelchairs and prams. This project seeks to replace the gravel with block paving to match the flooring used in the recently redeveloped Market Square and Burn Side. As well as creating a cohesive link between these three key areas in the town centre, this surface will improve accessibility and reduce maintenance. Two large trees will be removed to increase light, reduce debris Page 8 of 18
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and remove safety risks. Work will also be carried out to the damaged boundary wall. Finally, benches will be installed, as well as tables with built-in chess and checkers boards. This redevelopment will create a welcoming, low- maintenance space that connects to the town centre, enhancing Alyth's heritage while fostering community engagement, encouraging socialising and intergenerational play. It is expected that 1,000 people from the Common Good Area will benefit, along with a further 2,000 from elsewhere in Perth and Kinross, and 1,000 from further afield. 4.4 A breakdown of costs applied for is detailed below. Specific items Basis of Costing Amount Down takings, clearance and excavations Probable costs developed by landscape architect £6,454.20 Hard landscape works Probable costs developed by landscape architect £27,840 Site furniture and structures, electrical works, soft landscaping and landscape maintenance Probable costs developed by landscape architect £20,223.12 Prelims and contingencies Probable costs developed by landscape architect £23,987.62 Landscape architect and TPPKA PM fees Quote £17,706.06 Total proposed expenditure £96,211 TPPKA – approved £500 Lord Airlie – approved £100 Alyth Community Council – approved £500 Airlie Street Hall Association – approved £5,000 SSE Drumderg - approved £20,000 PKC CECF – pending £10,061.23 Jimmie Cairncross Trust – pending £5,000 Thomson Charitable Trust – pending £5,000 Gannochy Trust – pending £10,000 Funding Requested from Alyth Common Good Fund £900 4.5 Alyth in Bloom have not received funding from the Alyth Common Good Fund in the previous three financial years. 4.6 Committee are asked to consider the request and agree any funding to be awarded 5. Conclusion 5.1 The Committee is asked to consider the application and agree any financial assistance to be awarded. Page 9 of 18
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6. Impact and Value Assessment https://www.pkc.gov.uk/media/54398/Alyth-Common-Good-Fund- Applications-for-Financial- Assistance/pdf/Alyth_Common_Good_Fund_Applications_for_Financial_Assi stance.pdf?m=1758730498120 Page 10 of 18
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Our vision is a Perth and Kinross where everyone can live life well, free from poverty and inequality Committee: Alyth Common Good Fund Committee Date of Meeting: 27 October 2025 Report Title: 2022/23 to 2024/25 Financial Statements and 2025/26 Financial Statement Report Number: 25/266 Report Author: Alison O’Brien, Corporate Accounting Manager Organisational Lead: Scott Walker, Chief Finance Officer 1. Purpose 1.1 This report provides the actual income and expenditure for the Alyth Common Good Fund for 2022/23, 2023/24 and 2024/25; and the projected outturn for 2025/26. 1.2 Sections 1. Purpose 2. Recommendations 3. Background/Context 4. Main Issues 5. Conclusion 6. Impact and Value Assessment 7. Appendices 2. Recommendations It is recommended that the Committee: 2.1 Note the actual income and expenditure for 2022/23, 2023/24 and 2024/25 for the Alyth Common Good Fund, as set out in Appendix 1 to the report. 2.2 Note the projected income and expenditure to 31 March 2026 for the Alyth Common Good Fund, as set out in Appendix 2 to the report. 6 Page 11 of 18
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3. Background/Context 3.1 This report provides an update on the final outturn for 2022/23, 2023/24 and 2024/25 for the Alyth Common Good Fund and the projected outturn for 2025/26. 4. Main Issues Financial Statements 2022/23 to 2024/25 4.1 As detailed in Appendix 1, a cumulative surplus of £1,144 was generated over the three financial years and the unaudited Fund balance at 31 March 2025 was £21,647. 4.2 For 2022/23, the position previously reported to the Committee on 22 May 2023 (Report 23/147 refers) anticipated a nil surplus and a projected Fund balance of £20,503. Following the closure of the accounts, the final position in 2022/23 resulted in a surplus of £100 and an overall Fund balance of £20,603. The movement was due to income from interest on revenue balances administered by the Council. 4.3 For 2023/24, the position previously reported to the Committee on 22 May 2023 (Report 23/147 refers) anticipated a £400 deficit and a projected Fund balance of £20,103. Following the closure of the accounts, the final position in 2023/24 resulted in a deficit of £331 and an overall Fund balance of £20,272. The movement was due to income from interest on revenue balances administered by the Council. 4.4 The Committee did not meet during 2024/25. During this year a further £1,375 of interest was received by the Alyth Common Good Fund. This resulted in a Fund balance at 31 March 2025 of £21,647. Financial Statement 2025/26 4.5 As detailed in Appendix 2, there is a break-even position projected for 2025/26, and the estimated Fund balance at 31 March 2026 is £21,647. 4.6 There is one application for financial assistance to be considered at this meeting, and this has been included in the projected expenditure. 5. Conclusion 5.1 As detailed in Appendix 1, the final surplus for the Fund in 2024/25 was £1,375, with a final Fund balance at 31 March 2025 of £21,647. 5.2 As detailed in Appendix 2, there is a break-even position projected for 2025/26 and the estimated Fund balance at 31 March 2026 is £21,647. Page 12 of 18
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6. Impact and Value Assessment 6.1 This is an operational report, and as such, an impact and value assessment is not required. 7. Appendices 7.1 Appendix 1 – Alyth Common Good Fund – Financial Statements for 2022/23, 2023/24 and 2024/25 7.2 Appendix 2 - Alyth Common Good Fund – Financial Statement for Period to 30 September 2025 for 2025/26. Page 13 of 18
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Appendix 1 ALYTH COMMON GOOD FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR PERIOD TO 31 MARCH FOR 2022/23, 2023/24, & 2024/25 FY 2022/23 FY 2023/24 FY 2024/25 Audited Actual to 31 March 2023 Audited Actual to 31 March 2024 Unaudited Actual to 31 March 2025 Expenditure Financial Assistance -£ 1,200.00£ -£ -£ 1,200.00£ -£ Total Expenditure -£ 1,200.00£ -£ Income Interest Earned 100£ 869£ 1,375£ Total Income 100£ 869£ 1,375£ Surplus/(Deficit) 100£ 331-£ 1,375£ Opening Balance 1 April 20,503£ 20,603£ 20,272£ Surplus / (Deficit) 100£ 331-£ 1,375£ Closing Balance 31 March 20,603£ 20,272£ 21,647£ 6 Page 15 of 18
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Appendix 2 ALYTH COMMON GOOD FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR PERIOD TO 30 SEPTEMBER 2025 FOR 2025/26 Committed Projected Actual to & Under Outturn to 30-Sep-25 Consideration 31-Mar-26 £ £ £ EXPENDITURE OTHER SUPPLIES & SERVICES Financial Assistance 0 900 900 Total Expenditure 0 900 900 INCOME Other Income 0 0 0 Interest earned 0 0 900 Total Income 0 0 900 Surplus / (Deficit) for Year 0 (900) 0 Revenue Balance at 1 April 2025 21,647 21,647 Surplus for the Year 0 0 Projected Fund Balance at 31 March 2026 21,647 21,647 Financial Assistance Actual Amount (£) Meeting -£ Committed Amount (£) Meeting £ - Under Consideration Amount (£) Meeting Alyth in Bloom £ 900.00 27/10/2025 £ 900.00 Total 900.00£ 6 Page 17 of 18
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