DRAFT Minutes of the ordinary meeting of Aberdyfi Community Council held at the Literary Institute on Monday 17th November 2025
Present: Cllr Dewi Owen – Chair
Councillors:
Cllr Sara Bradbury-Willis
Cllr Anna Grundy
Cllr Ian Hewins
Cllr Brian Kelly
Cllr Catrin O’Neill
Cllr Megan Reynolds
Cllr Dave Williams
Cllr Henry Williams
4 members of the public were present
A representative from Tywyn Hospital Action Group gave a short presentation during the Public Participation session.
AGENDA ITEM 1 – To receive and accept apologies
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Apologies were received and accepted from Cllr Porter
AGENDA ITEM 2 – Chair announcements
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The Chair welcomed everyone and noted the terrible flooding issues in Monmouth in the last few days which have had a devastating effect on residents and businesses there, especially in the run-up to the festive season. The Council’s thoughts are with them.
He thanked all the Councillors who came to the Remembrance services, which were well-attended and as always, well organised. He proposed the Council write to thank those involved in organising the event.
Action: Clerk to write
AGENDA ITEM 3 – Declaration of financial, personal or prejudicial interest
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None received
AGENDA ITEM 4 – To receive and confirm minutes of the Ordinary Council meeting on 20thOctober 2025
CL/107/17.11.25
The minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting on 20th October 2025 were received and unanimouslyapproved.
Proposed: Cllr Reynolds Seconded: Cllr Kelly
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AGENDA ITEM 5 – To receive and approve the treasurer’s report
CL/108/17.11.25
The clerk informed the Council that not many payments were on the report, as the Council has now moved to an online system whereby two councillors have to log-in to the bank to authorise payments and some of them had had problems logging in.
The Treasurer’s report was received and unanimously approved.
Proposed: Cllr O’Neill Seconded: Cllr Bradbury-Willis
AGENDA ITEM 6 – To receive a report from the Gwynedd Council representative
CL/109/17.11.25
Cllr Owen reported that in the recent scrutiny meeting, he asked why so few Plaid Cymru councillors attended, when they are paid £20,000 to attend two or three meetings a year, but he did not receive a satisfactory answer.
Gwynedd Council have reported that more people are buying second homes and the number of self-lets have decreased, with more being managed by letting agencies. It is suspected that many people are using a loophole by claiming that their house is a primary residence when in fact it is not the case.
AGENDA ITEM 7 – To receive and approve a report from the Clerk
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The Clerk reported on the following:
* CCTV on the wharf
The harbourmaster confirmed that cameras will be put up around the harbourmaster’s building and surrounding area of the wharf gardens, though this will probably not happen until the new building is in place.
* Business grants
The clerk has been unable to find any information on grants available for businesses but will continue to research
* Digital Noticeboard
The clerk is waiting for Phil Pugh to give a quote for connecting the digital noticeboard.
* Kite festival
Red Dragon Kites are thrilled to know funding is in place for the festival next year. It is intended to do all the paperwork over the winter.
* TAITH Community Transport
A public meeting was held on the 13th November and was very well attended, with many people signing up to become volunteers and be involved. It is hoped the scheme might be able to be up and running early in the New Year.
* CCTV in Neuadd Dyfi car park
The local Crime Prevention Officer dropped in to see the clerk and while there advised her that the best option for the car park is a wildlife camera and signs
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saying covert cameras in operation.
Action: Clerk to research cost and put on agenda for discussion
* Angel Shark Project
There will be a presentation on the project on 26th November at the Neuadd Dyfi. Clerk is waiting for posters to advertise.
* Equipment stored in the Neuadd Dyfi car park
Payment has been received and the equipment will be removed early December
* Risk Management Policy
Clerk is waiting for a reply as to whether the environment needs to be included in the Risk Assessment Schedule
Clerk is waiting for a reply from RoSPA regarding disclaimer notices and inspection regimes
* Playground refurbishment
Delivery to the UK should be this week and as soon as it has cleared customs, it will be delivered to Aberdyfi. The workers are on standby and will start as soon as it is delivered.
* Skip
Has been booked for 6th/7th December.
* Dwr Cymru
Dwr Cymru came to inspect the equipment at the allotments and it was found not to be compliant, as the hose-pipe was not off the ground, it was not lagged and there was no non-return valve installed. We have 28 days to comply and the clerk is just waiting for the valve to be installed.
* Community Transport webinar by One Voice Wales
The clerk reported that she had been asked to attend a recent webinar to tell other councils about our community transport scheme.
* Trees in main car park
The clerk has been informed that three of the trees planted last year have died, but Roman Hackelsberger has offered to pay for replacements, if we organise to plant them.
Action: Clerk to reply with thanks and to arrange for trees to be bought / delivered.
Action: Councillors to organise planting of trees
AGENDA ITEM 8 – To receive and consider planning applications
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None received
Three members of BCUHB joined the meeting at this point.
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AGENDA ITEM 19 – To receive a presentation from Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board on the future of Tywyn Hospital Dyfi Ward
CL/112/17.11.25
A short presentation summarising the process so far and the options being considered as a result of the two balanced rooms was received. The councillors each gave their feedback on the options.
Three members of BCUHB left the meeting at this point.
AGENDA ITEM 10 – To review and approve S6 Biodiversity report
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It was noted that Cllr Porter had attended training on this subject. The clerk reported that Cllr Porter had a copy of the updated report for Aberdyfi Community Council before the training and she informed the Clerk afterwards that the updated report fulfils the council’s obligations under S6.
Cllr H. Williams suggested that more work could be done in this area and it was discussed that Resources 4 Change, NRW and EcoDyfi could be approached to see if they have any suggestions on how we could improve our biodiversity report, especially as Aberdyfi is within the Dyfi Biosphere.
It was agreed to submit the report as it stands and to review it after feedback from the different agencies is received.
Action: Clerk to contact R4C, NRW and EcoDyfi.
Action: Clerk to submit the S6 Biodiversity report.
AGENDA ITEM 11 – To ratify decision to pay Gwynedd Council £200 to open main toilets on Christmas and Boxing Day
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Proposed: Cllr D. Williams Seconded: Cllr O’Neill
Action: Clerk to arrange payment
AGENDA ITEM 12 – To consider quotes for repairing fence of playing fields
CL/115/17.11.25
The clerk reported that she had been approached by another contractor after the agenda had been published and she recommended postponing this agenda item to next month, in order for the council to be able to consider three quotes.
It was agreed to follow her advice
Action: Clerk to put on agenda for next month
AGENDA ITEM 13 – To consider quotes to fence in and roof the bin compound by the fire station
CL/116/17.11.25
The clerk reported that she had been approached by another contractor after the agenda had been published and she recommended postponing this agenda item to next month, in order for the council to be able to consider three quotes.
It was agreed to follow her advice
Action: Clerk to put on agenda for next month
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AGENDA ITEM 14 – To consider quotes for repairing the cupboard doors in the shelter beside the main toilets
CL/117/17.11.25
The clerk reported that she had been approached by another contractor after the agenda had been published and she recommended postponing this agenda item to next month, in order for the council to be able to consider three quotes.
It was agreed to follow her advice
Action: Clerk to put on agenda for next month
AGENDA ITEM 15 – To review and approve training plan
CL/118/17.11.25
The training plan was approved and the clerk reiterated that the Council is required to ensure it has wide knowledge base to enable it to make effective and informed decisions.
AGENDA ITEM 16 – To approve funding for signs at Picnic Island
CL/119/17.11.25
The clerk reported that the harbourmaster has found some suitable signs, at a cost of approximately £200, and has asked if the council might pay for them if they affix them. It was suggested that, as Picnic Island is under the jurisdiction of the maritime department of Gwynedd Council, they should pay for the signs. It was agreed for Cllr Owen to speak to the maritime department.
Action: Cllr Owen to speak to maritime department of Gwynedd Council
AGENDA ITEM 17– Correspondence which requires a response from the Council
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* Cambrian Coast Railway Liaison meeting – request for discussion topics
* Support sought from a resident for a proposed soap-box derby to be held in the village. It was agreed to support the event, though there were some reservations regarding the date and road closure.
Action: Clerk to reply to resident.
AGENDA ITEM 18 – To note correspondence not requiring a decision from the Community Council which has already been circulated to Councillors
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* One Voice Wales – Joint OVW / SLCC event 12th November
* Gwynedd Council – St David’s Day 2026 Pilot Support Fund
* One Voice Wales – Local resolution Protocol webinars
* One Voice Wales – Consultation on changes to local government election rules in Wales
* Gwynedd Council – New off-street parking order
* Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru – draft annual remuneration report
AGENDA ITEM 19– Items for consideration at future meetings
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* Quotes for repair works
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AGENDA ITEM 20 – Items for release / Rushlight / Website / Facebook
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* Christmas tree lights
* Clwb Sgwrsio 1st December
AGENDA ITEM 20 – Date of next meeting
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Monday 15th December
There being no further business, the Chair closed the meeting at 9.10pm
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