Yesterday
morning, after visits to two constituents on housing issues, I had a site visit
to Tait's Lane - see right - to discuss residents' concerns about
the speed of some vehicles in this very narrow street and the need for a
reduced speed limit. Following this, I have raised the issues with the
City Development Department of Dundee City Council.
Thereafter, I took part in a walkabout round the Pentland area along with
officers from various council departments, Tayside Fire and Rescue and a ward
colleague. We highlighted a number of issues across the Pentland area -
repairs required to steps in the area, refuse collection issues, a damaged grit
bin in Pentland Crescent (see
right) and a leaning street
lighting column in the same street (see
left) to name just a few.
The walkabouts in various parts of the West End are a good way of highlighting
local issues and concerns that need addressing.
Yesterday evening, I took part in a committee meeting of the West End
Sports and Heritage Association. Although primarily about WESHA's
negotiations with the City Council about a lease on the Riverside Pavilion to
help build sporting activity in the West End ,
we all expressed our sadness at the
death of local resident Euan Wright, who died at the weekend as a result of
a tragic accident whilst bird-watching. Euan played in the
Saturday Morning Football League that is a key member of WESHA and our thoughts
are with Euan's family at this sad time.