AL9808

ARTS AND LEISURE COMMITTEE

Minute of Meeting held in the Council Offices, Stornoway, on Tuesday 18 August 1998 at 9.00 a.m.

PRESENT

Mr Alasdair G Macrae (Chairman)

Mrs Katie M Mackenzie (Vice-Chairman)

Mr Roderick Macdonald

Mr Roderick Morrison

Mr George Lonie

Mr Norman A Macdonald

Mr Callum I Macmillan

Mr Alasdair Nicholson

Mr Kenneth Mackay

Mr Donald Murray

Mrs Christina McNeill

APOLOGIES

Mrs Mary Bremner

Welcome: Miss Mary Macleod

C01.04

The Chairman referred to Miss Mary Macleod who had recently been appointed to the post of Archaeologist and welcomed Miss Macleod to her first Meeting of the Committee.

Mrs Mary Bremner

C01.04

The Chairman referred to the recent illness of Mrs Mary Bremner, Member for the Iochdar Ward and on behalf of the Committee extended best wishes to Mrs Bremner for a speedy recovery.

Mr Neil R Galbraith

C01.04

The Chairman referred to the Director of Education and Leisure Services recent accident and on behalf of the Committee extended best wishes to Mr Neil Galbraith for a speedy recovery.

Tribute: Summer Events

C01.04

The Chairman referred to the numerous events which took place in the Western Isles during the Summer and congratulated the organisers and participants on the success of these events.

Uig Community and Heritage Centre

AL09.02.08

The Chairman referred to the recently opened new Community Heritage Centre in Uig, Isle of Lewis and on behalf of the Committee extended congratulations to the Uig community on the opening of an important asset.

MacGillivray

Centre, Northton, Harris

AL05.01

The Chairman referred to the recently opened MacGillivray Centre in Northton Harris and on behalf of the Committee extended congratulations to Harris Development Ltd on the opening of this important asset.

MINUTES

Arts and Leisure Committee C02.13

89

The Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 was approved.

FINANCE

First Quarter Revenue Out-turn 1998/99

AL03.02.01

90

With reference to item 61 of the Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report detailing Income and Revenue Expenditure incurred from 1 April 1998 to 30 June 1998.

It was agreed to note the Report.

Non-Housing Capital Monitoring: 1 April -30 June 1998.

PR110.01.23

91*

With reference to item 60 of the Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 the Director of Finance submitted a Report concerning the Programme of Capital Expenditure for the Comhairle for the period 1 April 1998 - 30 June 1998 for all Services except the Housing Revenue Account. The Report detailed the approved expenditure and estimated out-turn expenditure for the financial year 1998/99 for each service. It was noted in the Report that the forecast out-turn for 1889/99 was £47,000 above the total capital consent figures which was within the upper tolerance levels of the Comhairle's consent, but would reduce the resources available in subsequent financial years. Details of the Capital Programme, together with the proposed revisions were appended to the report.

It was agreed to recommend that the Chief Executive and Heads of Service be authorised to implement the revised Programme of Capital Expenditure for 1998/99, on the basis of the forecast out-turn as detailed in the Report by the Director of Finance.

BUILDINGS

Programme and Progress

PR03.02.01

92*

With reference to item 55 of the Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 the Director of Technical Services submitted a Programme and Progress Report in relation to the Arts and Leisure Capital Programme.

It was agreed to note the Report and to recommend that the Director of Corporate Services be authorised to prepare a Report on progress with the establishment of the Lews Castle Trust be brought to the next Meeting of the Committee.

Disabled Access to Nicolson Lewis Sports Centre

AL02.01.01

93*

With reference to item 8 of the Minute of Meeting of 27 January 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning the preparation of a PIR in relation to disabled access at Nicolson Lewis Sports Centre, Stornoway.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR on disabled access to sports facilities in the Western Isles as a possible project within the context of the Capital Works Programme for 2000 - 2001 which would be brought to the next Meeting of the Committee.

Valtos Outdoor Centre, Uig

AL02.02

94*

With reference to item 57 of the Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning the Valtos Outdoor Centre, Uig.

It was agreed to note the Report and to recommend that the Director of Corporate Services be authorised to make arrangements for the next Meeting of the Valtos Member/Officer Working Group to meet in Valtos and that a Report be brought to the next Meeting of the Committee which would look at alternative funding sources for the Valtos Centre Improvement.

Stornoway Museum: Extension

AL09.01.15

95*

With reference to item 51 of the Minute of Meeting of 21 April 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning a proposal to prepare a PIR for an extension to the Stornoway Museum which would detail the improvements to the building to accommodate storage, conservation laboratory, work shops, lecture room, temporary exhibition gallery and office accommodation for the Comhairle's Archaeologist.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to:

(a) prepare a PIR for an extension to the Francis Street Museum to provide storage accommodation, accommodation for a conservation laboratory, the archaeology service and an enhanced public facility; and

(b) use the Acres Boys Club Building in the interim for Museum storage subject to a survey by the new Conservation Officer and a further Report identifying any financial implications arising.

Arising out of consideration of this matter it was further agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure services be authorised to prepare a Report on the usage of the Museum in Stornoway together with a comparison to the usage of other similar Museums throughout the country.

It was also agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services, following discussions with the Comunn Eachdraidh Federation be requested to prepare a Report including an assessment of the future developments of the Comuinn Eachdraidh.

Floral Displays: Western Isles

PR11.31.21

96

The Director of Technical Services submitted a Report concerning the provision of floral displays in towns throughout the Western Isles, similar to the proposals by the Floral Display Working Party.

It was agreed to recommend;

(a) approval of a request to the Policy and Resources Committee to provide £10k from balances to enable the establishment of an initial financial grant scheme for floral displays in areas outwith Stornoway;

(b) approval of the establishment of the proposed grant scheme subject to funding approval; and

(c) approval of the proposals for promoting the proposed scheme as detailed in the Report by the Director of Technical Services.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Back Football and Recreation Club: Application for Financial Assistance

AL03.01.11

97

With reference to Item 55 of the Minute of Meeting of 10 June 1997 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from Back Football and Recreation Club towards the costs of an all weather football pitch.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be requested to prepare a PIR for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001.

Arising out of consideration of this matter it was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services meet with the Point Football Club with a view to bringing forward a PIR on possible projects to the next Meeting of the Committee.

It was further agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR on Football Pitches in Uist, to be presented at the next Meeting of the Committee.

It was further agreed that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a Report on:

1. projects which had applied for, and had received approval, in principle, Capital Funding from the Comhairle;

2. projects which are currently being considered in terms of a PIR;

and

3. projects which were in the early planning stages i.e. the drawing up of applications.

on the basis that the Report should also include a set of criteria against which funding may be approved.

Tong Community Association: Application for Financial Assistance

AL03.01.10

98*

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from Tong Community Association towards the costs of renovations at Tong Community Centre.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001.

Harris Golf Club: Application for Financial Assistance

AL11.01

99*

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from Harris Golf Club towards the costs of improvements to facilities and purchase of land.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001.

Arising out of consideration of this matter, it was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a Report on Golf Courses in the Western Isles, detailing the condition of the courses, indicating the level of usage and possible tourism benefits.

Laxdale Community Council: Application for Financial Assistance

AL11.01

100*

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from the Laxdale Community Council towards the cost of a small Community Centre/Ceilidh House at Marybank, Isle of Lewis.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for the year 2000/2001.

North Tolsta Community Council: Application for Financial Assistance

AL11.01

101*

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from the North Tolsta Community Council towards the costs of improving facilities within the North Tolsta Village Hall.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Programme for 2000/2001.

The Western Isles Challenge: Application for Financial Assistance

AL06.01.60

102*

With reference to item 117 of the Minute of Meeting of 18 November 1997 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from the Western Isles Challenge which gave an indication of projected costs for 1999 and seeking a sum of £7,500 towards the Western Isles Challenge for 1999.

It was recommended in the Report that Members reject the application on the grounds that it did not stem from a bona fide community organisation which could be recognised for charitable purposes.

Mr Callum I Macmillan seconded by Mr Alasdair Nicolson moved that a grant of £7,500 be approved for the Western Isles Challenge for the financial year 1999/2000, subject to the submission of audited accounts.

The Chairman seconded by Mrs Katie M Mackenzie moved as an amendment approval of the recommendation as detailed in the Report by the Director of Education and Leisure Services.

On the matter being put to the vote the motion received the majority of the votes cast and it was agreed to recommend accordingly.

PLAY AREAS

Kersevagh Play Area, Lochmaddy

AL06.02.01

103*

The Director of Technical Services submitted a Report concerning a request from North Uist Community Council to close the play area adjacent to the Council housing development at Kersevagh, Lochmaddy.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Technical Services be authorised to take out of service the existing play area at Kersevagh, Lochmaddy, that the equipment be removed, the ground reinstated and the area re-designated as a grassed/planted public open space with shrub planting being carried out in the area adjacent to the existing banking.

MUSEUMS

Museum Service: Year of Norse - Year of Gaelic

PR13.09.11

104

The Principal Administrative Assistant sought and obtained the Chairman's permission to withdraw this item.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

COSLA Consultation: Promoting Learning - Developing Communities

AL04.10

105

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning Member input to a COSLA Consultation Paper on the Future Development of Local Authority Community Education in Scotland.

It was agreed to note the Report.

LIBRARY SERVICE

Automated Library and Information Service

L10.146

106*

With reference to item 83 of the Minute of Meeting 9 June 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a PIR in relation to an Automated Library and Information System in relation to the New Central Library in Stornoway.

It was agreed to recommend that Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to include the Automated Library and Information System Project for consideration in the context of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001 unless funding could be identified in an earlier financial year.

COURSES AND CONFERENCES

Arts Strategy: Consultation Conference

AL05.01

107*

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning a one day Conference being held in the Council Chamber, Stornoway to launch an Arts Strategy for the Western Isles.

It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to hold a one day Conference on 17 September 1998 in the Council Chamber to launch an Arts Strategy for the Western Isles.

PERFORMANCE REVIEW

Audit of Arts and Leisure Structure

PR33.01

108

The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted an initial Report concerning an audit of Arts and Leisure functions undertaken by the Depute Director of Leisure Services. The Report highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of the Arts and Leisure Service and proposed a new structure with clearly defined responsibilities and functions.

It was agreed to note the terms of the Report.

Review of Progress and Decisions

PR33.01.12

109

With reference to item to item 22 of the Minute of Meeting of 27 January 1998 the Director of Corporate Services submitted a Report setting out progress with the implementation of decisions based on the Arts and Leisure Committee recommendations.

It was agreed to note the Report.

Outstanding Action: Progress Report

PR33.10.12

110

With reference to item 88 of the Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 the Director of Corporate Services submitted a Report detailing outstanding Reports arising from the decisions of the Committee.

It was agreed to note the Report.

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PRESENT	Mr Alasdair G Macrae (Chairman)
	Mrs Katie M Mackenzie (Vice-Chairman)
	Mr Roderick Macdonald
	Mr Roderick Morrison	Mr George Lonie
	Mr Norman A Macdonald	Mr Callum I Macmillan
	Mr Alasdair Nicholson	Mr Kenneth Mackay
	Mr Donald Murray	Mrs Christina McNeill

APOLOGIES	Mrs Mary Bremner

Welcome: Miss Mary Macleod C01.04		The Chairman referred to Miss Mary Macleod who had recently been appointed to the post of Archaeologist and welcomed Miss Macleod to her first Meeting of the Committee.
Mrs Mary Bremner C01.04		The Chairman referred to the recent illness of Mrs Mary Bremner, Member for the Iochdar Ward and on behalf of the Committee extended best wishes to Mrs Bremner for a speedy recovery.
Mr Neil R Galbraith C01.04		The Chairman referred to the Director of Education and Leisure Services recent accident and on behalf of the Committee extended best wishes to Mr Neil Galbraith for a speedy recovery.
Tribute: Summer Events C01.04		The Chairman referred to the numerous events which took place in the Western Isles during the Summer and congratulated the organisers and participants on the success of these events.
Uig Community and Heritage Centre AL09.02.08		The Chairman referred to the recently opened new Community Heritage Centre in Uig, Isle of Lewis and on behalf of the Committee extended congratulations to the Uig community on the opening of an important asset.
MacGillivray Centre, Northton, Harris AL05.01		The Chairman referred to the recently opened MacGillivray Centre in Northton Harris and on behalf of the Committee extended congratulations to Harris Development Ltd on the opening of this important asset.
		MINUTES
Arts and Leisure Committee C02.13	89	The Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 was approved.
		FINANCE
First Quarter Revenue Out-turn 1998/99 AL03.02.01	90	With reference to item 61 of the Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report detailing Income and Revenue Expenditure incurred from 1 April 1998 to 30 June 1998. It was agreed to note the Report.
Non-Housing Capital Monitoring: 1 April -30 June 1998. PR110.01.23	91*	With reference to item 60 of the Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 the Director of Finance submitted a Report concerning the Programme of Capital Expenditure for the Comhairle for the period 1 April 1998 - 30 June 1998 for all Services except the Housing Revenue Account. The Report detailed the approved expenditure and estimated out-turn expenditure for the financial year 1998/99 for each service. It was noted in the Report that the forecast out-turn for 1889/99 was £47,000 above the total capital consent figures which was within the upper tolerance levels of the Comhairle's consent, but would reduce the resources available in subsequent financial years. Details of the Capital Programme, together with the proposed revisions were appended to the report. It was agreed to recommend that the Chief Executive and Heads of Service be authorised to implement the revised Programme of Capital Expenditure for 1998/99, on the basis of the forecast out-turn as detailed in the Report by the Director of Finance.
		BUILDINGS
Programme and Progress PR03.02.01	92*	With reference to item 55 of the Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 the Director of Technical Services submitted a Programme and Progress Report in relation to the Arts and Leisure Capital Programme. It was agreed to note the Report and to recommend that the Director of Corporate Services be authorised to prepare a Report on progress with the establishment of the Lews Castle Trust be brought to the next Meeting of the Committee.
Disabled Access to Nicolson Lewis Sports Centre AL02.01.01	93*	With reference to item 8 of the Minute of Meeting of 27 January 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning the preparation of a PIR in relation to disabled access at Nicolson Lewis Sports Centre, Stornoway. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR on disabled access to sports facilities in the Western Isles as a possible project within the context of the Capital Works Programme for 2000 - 2001 which would be brought to the next Meeting of the Committee.
Valtos Outdoor Centre, Uig AL02.02	94*	With reference to item 57 of the Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning the Valtos Outdoor Centre, Uig. It was agreed to note the Report and to recommend that the Director of Corporate Services be authorised to make arrangements for the next Meeting of the Valtos Member/Officer Working Group to meet in Valtos and that a Report be brought to the next Meeting of the Committee which would look at alternative funding sources for the Valtos Centre Improvement.
Stornoway Museum: Extension AL09.01.15	95*	With reference to item 51 of the Minute of Meeting of 21 April 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning a proposal to prepare a PIR for an extension to the Stornoway Museum which would detail the improvements to the building to accommodate storage, conservation laboratory, work shops, lecture room, temporary exhibition gallery and office accommodation for the Comhairle's Archaeologist.
		It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to: (a) prepare a PIR for an extension to the Francis Street Museum to provide storage accommodation, accommodation for a conservation laboratory, the archaeology service and an enhanced public facility; and (b) use the Acres Boys Club Building in the interim for Museum storage subject to a survey by the new Conservation Officer and a further Report identifying any financial implications arising. Arising out of consideration of this matter it was further agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure services be authorised to prepare a Report on the usage of the Museum in Stornoway together with a comparison to the usage of other similar Museums throughout the country. It was also agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services, following discussions with the Comunn Eachdraidh Federation be requested to prepare a Report including an assessment of the future developments of the Comuinn Eachdraidh.
Floral Displays: Western Isles PR11.31.21	96	The Director of Technical Services submitted a Report concerning the provision of floral displays in towns throughout the Western Isles, similar to the proposals by the Floral Display Working Party. It was agreed to recommend; (a) approval of a request to the Policy and Resources Committee to provide £10k from balances to enable the establishment of an initial financial grant scheme for floral displays in areas outwith Stornoway; (b) approval of the establishment of the proposed grant scheme subject to funding approval; and (c) approval of the proposals for promoting the proposed scheme as detailed in the Report by the Director of Technical Services.
		FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Back Football and Recreation Club: Application for Financial Assistance AL03.01.11	97	With reference to Item 55 of the Minute of Meeting of 10 June 1997 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from Back Football and Recreation Club towards the costs of an all weather football pitch. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be requested to prepare a PIR for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001.
		Arising out of consideration of this matter it was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services meet with the Point Football Club with a view to bringing forward a PIR on possible projects to the next Meeting of the Committee. It was further agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR on Football Pitches in Uist, to be presented at the next Meeting of the Committee.
		It was further agreed that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a Report on: 1. projects which had applied for, and had received approval, in principle, Capital Funding from the Comhairle; 2. projects which are currently being considered in terms of a PIR; and 3. projects which were in the early planning stages i.e. the drawing up of applications. on the basis that the Report should also include a set of criteria against which funding may be approved.
Tong Community Association: Application for Financial Assistance AL03.01.10	98*	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from Tong Community Association towards the costs of renovations at Tong Community Centre. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001.
Harris Golf Club: Application for Financial Assistance AL11.01	99*	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from Harris Golf Club towards the costs of improvements to facilities and purchase of land. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001. Arising out of consideration of this matter, it was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a Report on Golf Courses in the Western Isles, detailing the condition of the courses, indicating the level of usage and possible tourism benefits.
Laxdale Community Council: Application for Financial Assistance AL11.01	100*	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from the Laxdale Community Council towards the cost of a small Community Centre/Ceilidh House at Marybank, Isle of Lewis. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Works Programme for the year 2000/2001.
North Tolsta Community Council: Application for Financial Assistance AL11.01	101*	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from the North Tolsta Community Council towards the costs of improving facilities within the North Tolsta Village Hall. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to prepare a PIR for inclusion as a possible project for consideration within the context of the preparation of the Capital Programme for 2000/2001.
The Western Isles Challenge: Application for Financial Assistance AL06.01.60	102*	With reference to item 117 of the Minute of Meeting of 18 November 1997 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning an application for financial assistance from the Western Isles Challenge which gave an indication of projected costs for 1999 and seeking a sum of £7,500 towards the Western Isles Challenge for 1999.
		It was recommended in the Report that Members reject the application on the grounds that it did not stem from a bona fide community organisation which could be recognised for charitable purposes. Mr Callum I Macmillan seconded by Mr Alasdair Nicolson moved that a grant of £7,500 be approved for the Western Isles Challenge for the financial year 1999/2000, subject to the submission of audited accounts. The Chairman seconded by Mrs Katie M Mackenzie moved as an amendment approval of the recommendation as detailed in the Report by the Director of Education and Leisure Services. On the matter being put to the vote the motion received the majority of the votes cast and it was agreed to recommend accordingly.
		PLAY AREAS
Kersevagh Play Area, Lochmaddy AL06.02.01	103*	The Director of Technical Services submitted a Report concerning a request from North Uist Community Council to close the play area adjacent to the Council housing development at Kersevagh, Lochmaddy. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Technical Services be authorised to take out of service the existing play area at Kersevagh, Lochmaddy, that the equipment be removed, the ground reinstated and the area re-designated as a grassed/planted public open space with shrub planting being carried out in the area adjacent to the existing banking.
		MUSEUMS
Museum Service: Year of Norse - Year of Gaelic PR13.09.11	104	The Principal Administrative Assistant sought and obtained the Chairman's permission to withdraw this item.
		COMMUNITY EDUCATION
COSLA Consultation: Promoting Learning - Developing Communities AL04.10	105	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning Member input to a COSLA Consultation Paper on the Future Development of Local Authority Community Education in Scotland. It was agreed to note the Report.
		LIBRARY SERVICE
Automated Library and Information Service L10.146	106*	With reference to item 83 of the Minute of Meeting 9 June 1998 the Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a PIR in relation to an Automated Library and Information System in relation to the New Central Library in Stornoway. It was agreed to recommend that Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to include the Automated Library and Information System Project for consideration in the context of the Capital Works Programme for 2000/2001 unless funding could be identified in an earlier financial year.
		COURSES AND CONFERENCES
Arts Strategy: Consultation Conference AL05.01	107*	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted a Report concerning a one day Conference being held in the Council Chamber, Stornoway to launch an Arts Strategy for the Western Isles. It was agreed to recommend that the Director of Education and Leisure Services be authorised to hold a one day Conference on 17 September 1998 in the Council Chamber to launch an Arts Strategy for the Western Isles.
		PERFORMANCE REVIEW
Audit of Arts and Leisure Structure PR33.01	108	The Director of Education and Leisure Services submitted an initial Report concerning an audit of Arts and Leisure functions undertaken by the Depute Director of Leisure Services. The Report highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of the Arts and Leisure Service and proposed a new structure with clearly defined responsibilities and functions. It was agreed to note the terms of the Report.
Review of Progress and Decisions PR33.01.12	109	With reference to item to item 22 of the Minute of Meeting of 27 January 1998 the Director of Corporate Services submitted a Report setting out progress with the implementation of decisions based on the Arts and Leisure Committee recommendations. It was agreed to note the Report.
Outstanding Action: Progress Report PR33.10.12	110	With reference to item 88 of the Minute of Meeting of 9 June 1998 the Director of Corporate Services submitted a Report detailing outstanding Reports arising from the decisions of the Committee. It was agreed to note the Report.
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