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1. Dougie Rae
16 Montfode Court
ARDROSSAN
KA22 7NJ
TELE: 01294 466347
18th August 2011
Dear (Lo o c t
May we take this opportunity to thank you for taking an advertising board at
Winton Park.
We would like to invite you and a friend to attend our forthcoming Match
against East Kilbride Thistle FC on Saturday 27' August 2011
Please find enclosed hospitality ticket for the match.
If unable to attend please let me know
Regards
Dougie Rae (Chairman)
Pat Breen
* Note Entrance from gate at Hill Place Ardrossan. Gates open 12.15pm

2. Ardrossan Development Group
The Ardrossan Development Group is a collection of
Ardrossan residents, business people and community
representatives who have a common interest in improving
the social and economic climate within the town.
The Ardrossan Development Group wishes to assist in
the regeneration of Ardrossan and the surrounding area.
Provision of improved facilities for all residents, regardless of
age or personal circumstance, the creation of a vibrant town
centre, an awareness of local drug, alcohol and associated
crime problems are all seen as key issues to be addressed.
Realising the potential of the North and South beaches
and the Castle Hill area are also seen as important assets
worthy of discussion. Creating local employment is crucial for
the town.
Ardrossan Development Group wish to work with Irvine
Bay Regeneration and North Ayrshire Council to discuss ideas
and ensure real and meaningful projects are undertaken.
Ardrossan Development Group has no religious or
political affiliation and is focused on assisting in creating a
better future for the residents of Ardrossan.

3. Ardrossan Development Group
Pat Breen and Dougie Rae attended a meeting with Patrick Wiggins (Irvine Bay Regeneration) and
Tony Gurney (Local Councillor) to discuss the concerns and suggestions raised by the members of
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the Ardrossan Development Group. This meeting took place on Tuesday August.
The meeting opened with an explanation that Pat and Dougie would focus on four areas of concern
and stated that we expected agreement to be reached on how best to resolve the issues. This
strategy was agreed by Patrick Wiggins and Tony Gurney.
This first concern discussed was the growing problem of drink and drug related crime and
anti-social behaviour and the problem caused by hostel residents who persistently cause
disturbances for local residents, shopkeepers and publicans. Tony Gurney advised that all incidents
should be reported to build up a police database of" incidents reported". Ardrossan Development
Group stated that repeatedly reporting incidents and getting little or no police response added to
the frustration and there needed to be greater urgency and imaginative thinking than merely
creating more statistics. It was stated forcibly by Pat and Dougie that action is required, and that all
responsible parties must be made aware of the scale of the problem.
Tony Gurney has agreed to arrange a public meeting in the Civic Centre with Police, Social
Services, Councillors, Council Officials and Housing Association Representatives in attendance. This
will be a public meeting where questions and suggestions can be voiced. This has been achieved by
the creation and persistence of the Ardrossan Development Group and Pat and I would urge as
many as possible to attend.
The next issue for discussion was the provision of Town Centre Parking. After a lengthy
discussion (of which we will give detailed feed back at our next meeting) it was agreed to look at
Princes Street, the area of industrial units in Hill Place and the Asda car park as areas that could
provide substantial car park facilities. The viability of each of these options will be looked at urgently
both by the Council, Irvine Bay and Ardrossan Development Group.
It has also been agreed to approach Caledonian MacBrayne about the provision of some
'serviced sites' for Motor Homes and Caravans in an effort to encourage some of the throughput of
Arran traffic to spend some time (and money) in the town.
Finally, agreement was reached that the Castlehill area will be made a focal point of the
town. It is of historic value and is a vantage point from which to see much of the beauty of the
Ayrshire Coast. The Council, Irvine Bay and Ardrossan Development Group will work together to
ensure this happens. (further details to follow)
The meeting closed with everybody agreeing that this initiative of Ardrossan Development
group, Council and Irvine Bay meeting regularly and making things happen must be continued. There
are other issues to be addressed, and Pat and I are aware we must keep pressure on Irvine Bay and
the Council to progress the actions they have undertaken.
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A feedback session will take place on Tuesday August at 19.00hrs in the Ardrossan
Winton Rovers refurbished supporters club at Winton Park (access via Hill Street). This evening
meeting is in response to a request made at our last meeting.
Dougie Rae Pat Breen

4. Mr Pat Breen
8 Hill Street
ARDROSSAN
KA228HE
01294 464733
07866445538
Email: breenroofing(äaol.com
David Rodgers 1st June 2011
Garfields
59 Princess Street
ARDROSSAN
KA22 8DE
Dear Mr Rodgers
RE: ARDROSSAN DEVELOPMENT:
We are writin to invite you to a meeting of the Ardrossan Development Group on
Thursday 23r June 2011 at 2pm in the Michael Lynch Centre Ardrossan.
We will provide update on our recent discussions with Patrick Wiggins of Irvine
Bay.
Yours sincerely
PAT BREEN

5. ARDROSSAN DEVELOPMENT GROUP
Thanks to all those who attended a meeting of the Ardrossan Development Group
last Wednesday. This is not an exclusive group of people, but it is a group of local
residents who would like to influence and participate in the development of
Ardrossan to being a safe and vibrant place to live. In order to facilitate a discussion
Pat Breen gave a presentation of potential development ideas for the castlehill,
beach and marina areas.
A meeting will be arranged with Irvine Bay Regeneration at which the following
points will be presented which were highlighted at our meeting. It was clearly stated
at the Ardrossan Development Group meeting that the intention is to contribute ideas
and strategies towards the "regeneration" of Ardrossan. This should be seen as a
positive contribution.
1. There is not enough focus on the needs of the local residents.
2. There is a need to create real and meaningful jobs.
3. The development of the town centre is a priority.
4. There is a greater need for local accountability.
5. It would be beneficial for a three way discussion to take place with Irvine Bay,
the Council and the Development Group.
6. There is a need to teach local history to the local school children.
7. There is a problem regarding lack of facilities for local youths who wish to
spend their leisure time productively. Conversely, there is a problem with an
"out of control" group of youths, who in many cases are not locals, who are
causing trouble and distress to many local residents.
8. The Council must contribute towards the re-development and regeneration of
Ardrossan and work in "partnership" with Irvine Bay Regeneration.
Finally it is intended to create a constitution for the Ardrossan Development Group
which will clarify its role and intentions within the community.
Feedback will be provided from our meeting with Irvine Bay Regeneration.
Dougie Rae Pat Breen

6. Mr Pat Breen
8 Hill Street
ARDROSSAN
KA22 8HE
01294 464733
07866445538
Email: breenroofinqaol.com
David Rodgers 11th May 2011
Garfields
59 Princess Street
ARDROSSAN
KA22 8DE
Dear David
Please find enclosed letter to confirm points discussed at the recent meeting on
Wednesday 27th April 2011 with regards to possible redevelopment of Aid rossan.
We have since been in contact with Irvine Bay and can confirm that myself and
Dougie Rae will be attending a meeting with Irvine Bay on the 17th May 2011.
We will advise you in due course of the outcome.
May I take this opportunity to thank you for your support.
Yours sincerely
PAT BREEN

7. David Rodgers 27" May 2011
Garfields
59 Princess Street
ARDROSSAN
KA22 8DE
Dear Mr Rodgers
RE: ARDROSSAN DEVELOPMENT:
On Tuesday 17th May 2011 Pat Breen and Dougie Rae met with Patrick
Wiggins of Irvine Bay Regeneration Company. Pat and Dougie highlighted
the points made at the recent Ardrossan Development Group meeting. Pat
outlined his suggestions to upgrade the facilities at the Arran Ferry Terminal,
Castlehill, The North and South Beach areas and the Town Centre.
Patrick Wiggins responded by stating that there were plans to provide a café
and toilet facilities at South Beach and he would be supportive of a "Friends
Of The Castlehill Group" similar to what exists for the plantation.
In response a set of more ambitious proposals were put to Patrick Wiggins
about town Centre redevelopment, job creation and other social issues. Joint
initiatives were suggested by Dougie Rae as a more ambitious alternative
than a reliance on Voluntary Friends Of The Castlehill.
A prolonged conversation took place about resources, commitment and a
request that Irvine Bay needed to harness and encourage the enthusiasm
and concerns of the Ardrossan Development Group.
The detail of this meeting will be fully discussed at our next meeting (which
we hope to arrange sometime mid June) where Pat and I will inform all
attendees about the tone and the outcome of our discussions with Patrick
Wiggins.
Regrettably Jim Ledgerwood did not attend.
Yours sincerely
I Dougie Rae Pat Breen