Kirkintilloch’s Initiative
       A Presentation by 
      
       Duncan Hamilton (EDC) 
       to
       East Dunbartonshire Council
       Special Council Meeting
       17th December 2001
   Purpose
   • Decision made on 25 June 2001
   • Summary of progress since 25 June 2001
   • Summary of Consultation
   • Results of Scheme Review
   • Recommendations
    Report of 25 June 2001
    • Agreed the objectives of Kirkintilloch’s initiative
    • Approved the project identity
    • Agreed to consult on Indicative Scheme (Couper 
     Scheme)
    • Agreed to principle of SPV
    Kirkintilloch’s Initiative Objectives
    • To create the conditions for beneficial change
    • Infrastructure
    • To protect and enhance Kirkintilloch Town Centre
    • To replace the swimming pool
    • To provide Health and Social Care Centre
    • To replace Kirkintilloch Town Hall
    • To deliver commitment to Woodilee
    • To take advantage of the Millennium Link 
     opportunities (Canal)
    • To create jobs and training opportunities
    Progress Since 25 June 2001
    • Consultation exercise completed
    • Discussions and negotiations with potential partners / other 
     landowners continued
    • Scheme Review and preparation of Business Plan
    • Revised scheme (Cowan Scheme) prepared