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| 2006 AGM Kirn Parish Centre 26th April |
The turn out this year was slightly above average and Chairman Tom Morrison opened the meeting by welcoming everyone and outlining the work carried out by the group over the last year. Treasurer and Projects Manager Brian Chennell gave an explanation on the financial situation and proceeded to give an insight into the projects for the year ahead. A copy of the accounts were issued to all who attended.
The committee was then dissolved and June Campbell assumed her traditional role as temporary chair for the election of the new committee. Eleven of last year's committee were re-elected as Secretary Matt G Duffy did not stand for re-election due to further deterioration in his health. Ron Harris was elected as Secretary and Wilma McMillan was voted onto the committee thereby giving 12 committee members as per constitution. Matt was a founder member of the group and had been secretary from the outset. A great deal of thought had gone into his decision to stand down but he did not want to sever contact completely and would continue to produce EnviroKirn Newsletter and maintain the web site.
There was a general discussion and the Chairman closed the meeting at 8.45pm. |
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| EnviroKirn Newsletter |
This free newsletter was introduced in October 2003 as part of the launch of 'Friends of Kirn' and shortly afterwards became a regular medium to inform people of our intentions and eventually evolved into what it is today. We publish it generally every 2 months giving information on the happenings in the village and the aspirations of the group.
Our Newsletter is available from, Kirn Post Office, Kirn Variety Store, Village Tearoom & Garden Centre, Jacquelines Hairdresser, Kirn Deli and the IT Shop.
We thank Gary Campbell, Remax's agent for Kirn who sponsors the publishing for us. |
Posted by envirokirn on February 19, 2006 at 03:07 PM |
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| 2005 Santa's Grotto & Post Box |
Santa's grotto;
This was very successful this year with 316 Children and 261 adults visiting Santa. Our youngest visitor this year was only 2 weeks old! We were delighted to have the best attendance since our first year ,when we had our real live deer! Most of the running of the Grotto was by committee members, but our thanks go to Anne Glass, Anne Kirkland, Marion Morrison and Myra Duffy who were willing helpers. Our thanks also go to Stuart Hunter, pictured inside, who gave Santa and our first day visitors a great welcome by playing a selection of Christmas Carols on the bagpipes. Thanks also to Dave Cowley, Dunoon, Strathclyde Fire and Rescue for giving Santa and some of the children a tour of Kirn and Dunoon, The Clootie Dumplings, Kirn Brownies and Cowal Handbell Ringers for entertainment, George Byars, proprietor of the village for the use of his premises, forecourt and electricity. John Cairns for paint and signwriting, Stewart McNee for the Portacabin and his joiners for help with construction, Steven McCaig for erecting passageway between tearoom and grotto, Neil Paterson for holly, John Thomson for the Handbell and last but certainly not least Brian Chennell for his fertile imagination and the decoration of the Grotto.
Santa’s Post Box;
This year Santa replied to 50 letters which arrived via his special letter box in the village.
Christmas Lighting;
Thanks to all the local shopkeepers for their
assistance with the Festive Lighting;
Enmore Hotel;
Thanks also to proprietors Robert & Wendy who provide us with comfortable accommodation for our monthly committee meetings. |
Posted by envirokirn on February 19, 2006 at 02:54 PM |
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| Friends of Kirn |
Friends of Kirn donations for 2005 amounted to
£2,348 via 276 responses.Once again we thank
all who contributed and assure everyone that all
monies raised will be spent in benefiting the vilage.
The Friends of Kirn donations for 2004 realised £2354.00
with 259 responses. Thank you to all who contributed |
Posted by envirokirn on February 19, 2006 at 02:45 PM |
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| Simply Health |
| This organic food shop with the self explanatory name opend last year. Proprietors Ian & Lesley Hayward are keeping the local residents supplied with fresh fruit and vegetables, herbs and advice on healthy eating. they are also attracting customers from the wider community. The committee wish them well for the future. |
Posted by envirokirn on February 19, 2006 at 02:35 PM |
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| Former Queen's Hotel Building |
This previous 'Blot in the Landscape' has undergone a complete transformation. The main building has been converted into 10 flats, 'Queen's View', which we are informed are all sold.
The area behind now boasts 8 semi detached houses,'Queen's Gardens' and again these are all occupied. |
Posted by envirokirn on February 18, 2006 at 10:15 PM |
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| AGM 2006 |
| Our AGM will be held in the Parish Centre, Hunter Street, Kirn, on the last Wednesday in April. Everybody welcome. |
Posted by envirokirn on February 18, 2006 at 10:05 PM |
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| Committee changes at the April 2005 AGM |
Our thanks are due to our outgoing Committee members this year who were:
Winnie Dunlop, Cameron Campbell, David Connor,
David Bonnar, Diane Bonnar.
All our outgoing members worked hard for the Committee but Winnie, Cameron and David were all members of the founding Committee and our grateful thanks go to them for all their work during our formative years.
The new Committee is:
Tom Morrison Chairman
John Glass; Vice-Chairman
Brian Chennell; Treasurer
Matt Duffy; Secretary
Fiona McColm;Chris Campbell, John Cairns,
Arthur Dominick, Ron Harris, John McLeod, Ian McNee,
Ken Togwell. |
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| Dunclutha Hall Dunclutha Lane |
EnviroKirn are just waiting to sign the lease for this hall which was formerly the home of Kirn Guides/Brownies who moved out due to the poor condition pf the Hall. Argyll & Bute Council have agreed the transfer of the lease to Envirokirn and this has now been approved by the Scottish Executive. As soon as the hall has been refurbished Envirokirn will welcome the Guides/Brownies back to where they belong. |
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| Volunteers |
This year is the first year we have managed to persuade our volunteers to become involved in looking after our floral displays. This significantly eases the burden on the committee and we thank all our volunteers for their help. |
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| Promenade Improvements |
Two new floral decorations have been added to the promenade.
Small has been named as "Spirit of Kirn".
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| Community Police |
Our Community Police Officer is presented with a new bicycle sponsored by EnviroKirn
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| Friends of Kirn |
The Friends of Kirn donations for 2004 realised £2354.00
with 259 responses. Thank you to all who contributed. |
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| Queen’s Hotel |
At last the premises are in the last stages of alteration. Now re-named "Queen’s View" and containing 10 flats.
The area behind the former hotel contains 8 semi detached villas which will be known as "Queen’s Gardens". |
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| Calendar Competition |
The Winner is: Hugh McGilvray, Hunter’s Grove, Hunter’s Quay, Dunoon.
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| Design a Crest Competition |
Joint winners: The winners were Hayley Louise MacFarlane Class 2B & Becky Shirley Class 3M2 both at Dunoon Grammar School. The logo is now proudly presented on our stationery.
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| STALLHOLDERS |
Anyone requiring a stall, please contact John Glass on 70 3305 or Matt Duffy 70 4692 or email to matt
Stallholders are required to supply their own display equipment including tables and chairs.
Stalls are allocated on a first come first served basis so book now and avoid disappointment.
Hire of Stalls £10. |
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| Santa's Grotto 2004 |
In the Grounds of the Village Coffee Shop, Marine Parade, Kirn
Child Entry £2.00: which includes this year a LUCKY CHOICE GIFT
Adult Entry £1.00
OPENING HOURS
Saturday 18th December - Noon to 5.00pm
Sunday 19th December - 1.00pm to 5.00pm
Monday 20th December - 5.30pm to 8.00pm
Tuesday 21st December - 5.30pm to 8.00pm
Wednesday 22nd December - 5.30pm to 8.00pm |
Posted by envirokirn on November 23, 2004 at 10:14 PM |
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| Envirokirn - Jubilee Award Winners Update |
We are delighted to have been one of the few Scottish Organisations to win the Queen's Jubilee Award for Voluntary Service in 2004.
On 19 July Brian Chennell and Matt Duffy, representing Envirokirn, travelled to a special Presentation Reception in London. The Reception was held at St James's Palace and was hosted by the Queen and Prince Philip, both of whom spent time chatting to Brian and Matt. Each of them congratulated Envirokirn on their significant acheivements over the past few years with the Queen commenting in particular on the Group's success despite its tender years. Envirokirn were one of only 12 groups in Scotland to receive this award.
The Trophy, which is crystal and depicts a laser cut crown, was presented to the Group on 29 July 2004 at a Lunch hosted by the Village Coffee Shop. The Presentation was made by Mr KA McKinnon the Lord Lieutenant of Argyll. The Committee of Envirokirn feel this trophy belongs to the people and village of Kirn and will arrange for its dispaly as soon as a suitable and secure location can be found. |
Posted by envirokirn on September 20, 2004 at 10:52 PM |
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| Police News |
| On 23rd of August, our community police officer, Carmen Jamieson took possession of her bicycle, sponsored by EnviroKirn and is now making good use of it in Kirn & Hunter’s Quay. |
Posted by envirokirn on September 20, 2004 at 09:45 PM |
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| Friends of Kirn. |
| This was inaugurated last year in order to give residents an opportunity to donate to EnviroKirn Action Group committee to assist them to continue in their efforts to improve our village. The response was excellent and although our request was for £5 per household we received many donations of over £5 giving us a grand total of £2,038.50. Many contributors suggested that we do this annually, so it is intended to send out letters during September/October. There were one or two hiccups last time due to our inexperience resulting in a few residents actually contributing twice. If that is the case we ask you to ignore this years appeal. Please be assured all monies donated are spent on village projects. |
Posted by envirokirn on September 20, 2004 at 09:44 PM |
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| Design a Crest Competition |
| After much deliberating the committee decided that there would be joint winners in our ‘Design a Crest' competition. The winners are Hayley Louise MacFarlane 2B and Becky Shirley 3M2 both pupils of Dunoon Grammar School. |
Posted by envirokirn on September 20, 2004 at 09:43 PM |
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| Kirn Gala |
| This year's Gala took place on Wednesday 25th August, and like previous Gala’s was extremely successful. The MC was the intrepid Alec Pollock and as always there was something for everyone. The committee of EnviroKirn Action Group wish Ron Harris, Marie Glancy, Gerry Duffy and their committee every success for the future. |
Posted by envirokirn on September 20, 2004 at 09:43 PM |
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| Art Competition Winner |
| Hugh McGilvray of Hunter's Grove, Hunter’s Quay is the winner of our art competition. Thank you to everyone who entered both competitions. |
Posted by envirokirn on September 20, 2004 at 09:41 PM |
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| Ex Residents |
Fiona McCabe a grand-daughter of the late Janet McInnes of Park House, Hunter Street, found us on our web site, and sent a nice e-mail recalling fond memories of both Kirn and Hunter’s Quay. She later sent a £50 donation which we received with pleasure.
Another enquiry by e-mail came from a Helen Windsor about her father Philip Joseph Kelly who mentions Kirn a lot in his autobiography. If anyone recalls the name please let us know. |
Posted by envirokirn on September 20, 2004 at 09:37 PM |
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