Survey on Kirrie community garden’s ownership
Views are being sought on proposals to transfer ownership of the Rosefield Community Garden site at Kirriemuir to local group Kirrie Connections.
Kirrie Connections has maintained and funded the garden for many years and it provides a welcoming outdoor space for people living with dementia, their families and carers, as well as the wider community.
The proposal would help to secure the long-term future of a valued community space.
Angus Council will hold a drop-in session on Tuesday, November when Tenant Participation Officers will be at the Co-op from 11.30am to 12.30pm to speak with local people about the proposal.
Member of the public will be able to ask questions and share their views. Anyone unable to attend Tuesday’s drop-in can arrange to speak to a Tenant Participation Officer by emailing [email protected] or calling the council’s Customer Contact Centre on 03452 777 778. A council spokesperson said: “We will also engage directly with local sheltered housing residents, as well as Kirrie Connections service users, carers, staff and volunteers, to ensure those most directly affected can share their views.” An online consultation will be also open on Monday (November 2) and run until Sunday (November 8).
The link to the survey will be shared on the Angus Council Facebook pshr closer to the launch date. The spokesperson added: “Your feedback will help inform the decision on the future ownership of this va l ue d community asset.”