DRAFT Minutes of the ordinary meeting of Aberdyfi Community Council held at the Literary Institute on Monday 20th July 2026
Present: Cllr Ian Hewins – Chair
Councillors: Cllr Mark Dunton
Cllr Anna Grundy
Cllr Brian Kelly
Cllr Sadie Porter
Cllr Megan Reynolds
Cllr Dave Williams
Cllr Henry Williams
4 members of the public were present
Public Participation
A resident asked the Community Council what they plan to do about the continuation of Article 4 in Parc Eryri. The issue was discussed under correspondence.
AGENDA ITEM 1 – To receive and accept apologies
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Apologies were received and accepted from Cllrs O’Neill and Owen.
AGENDA ITEM 2 – Chair announcements
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The Chair welcomed everyone and commented on what a busy month it has been. There have been several events in the village, notably Aberdyfi Bike Ride, the Kite Festival and the Jet Ski Rideout. He noted that it was good to see two new businesses have opened as well – the new village stores and the new butcher’s shop and he wished them both well with their new ventures.
He noted that the weather is still hot and dry and while it is good for tourism, the wild fires are taking a toll on the landscape and he hoped everyone stays safe.
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 meeting of the Council on 15th June 2026
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The minutes were approved unanimously as seen.
Proposed: Cllr Kelly Seconded: Cllr D. Williams
AGENDA ITEM 5 – To receive and approve the treasurer’s report
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The treasurer’s report for July was received and approved.
Proposed: Cllr Porter Seconded: Cllr Reynolds
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AGENDA ITEM 6 – To receive a report from the Gwynedd Council representative
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Cllr Owen was not present at the meeting and no report received.
AGENDA ITEM 7 – To receive and approve a report from the Clerk
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The Clerk reported on the following:
* Grants
The Clerk received confirmation that a grant of £4,500 has been awarded from Parc Eryri and £5,500 from Gwynedd Council, both towards a digital noticeboard. The clerk will now go ahead with the purchase and installation of the noticeboard.
* Plas Coed woodland
The Clerk has had phone conversations with some of the residents and assured them that things are in the very early stages and confirmed that the Council will consult with them fully before making any final decision.
A discussion followed and it was agreed to proceed with obtaining quotes for surveying the woodland in the first instance, then obtain quotes from solicitors before arranging a meeting to look at the legal aspects with solicitors.
Action: Clerk to obtain quotes for surveying the woodland
* Rubbish problems
Gwynedd Council have now put two wheelie-bins at the beginning of the boardwalk at Pont-y-Brics and have told the clerk they will empty the bins at Penhelig car park more often. Cllr D. Williams confirmed that this is already happening.
* Land use at the football field
It was agreed that a meeting with the golf club needs to be arranged as soon as possible to discuss the proposals from Gwynedd Council. It is hoped Cllrs Hewins, Owen, O’Neill, H. Williams and any other councillors wishing to be involved will be able to attend.
Action: Clerk to arrange meeting
Action: Councillors to attend meeting
* Empty caravan left on Morfa Gypsies
This has been removed by Gwynedd Council and the clerk received a phone call from Gwynedd Council confirming this.
* Food Festival
The Food Festival will be on Sunday 16th August and councillors are requested to help set up and clear at both ends of the day. The event is from 10.30am – 4.30pm.
Action: Councillors to help on the day
Action: Clerk to liaise with organisers about other requirements
AGENDA ITEM 8 – To receive and consider planning applications
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NP5/50/367A Morwylfa, Aberdyfi LL35 0NH
Full application for alterations
There was a concern that the South elevation is not in keeping with the rest of the property.
Action: Clerk to write to Parc Eryri with concerns
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NP5/50/AD95E 4-5 Seaview Terrace, Aberdyfi LL35 0EE
Advertisement consent for illuminated fascia and vinyl signage
No objections raised
NP5/50/707B 16 Cae Argoed, Aberdyfi LL35 0DY
Installation of balconet
No objections raised
AGENDA ITEM 9 – To consider applications for vacant councillor position
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Two applications had been received and Nigel Willis was voted in as councillor.
Action: Clerk to inform candidates of the outcome and arrange for Mr. Willis to sign a Declaration of Acceptance before the meeting in September
AGENDA ITEM 10 – To receive and review RoSPA report
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The report was reviewed and the areas requiring attention were noted. The clerk reported that she has sent the report to Elevate Play and is waiting for their response. It was agreed to obtain quotes for repainting the shelter, to arrange for the benches to be secured to the ground and to consider purchasing a new picnic table. It was agreed for these to be done over the winter out of season.
Action: Clerk to obtain quotes and put actions on agenda for later in the year
Action: Clerk to follow-up with ElevatePlay
AGENDA ITEM 11 – To delegate powers to the Chair and Clerk until the September meeting
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It was resolved to delegate powers to the Chair and Clerk until the meeting in September
Proposed: Cllr Reynolds Seconded: Cllr D. Williams
AGENDA ITEM 12 – To consider taking over the Visit Aberdyfi Facebook page and Aberdyfi.com domain name
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These were both offered to the council and the council agreed that they did not want to take over the facebook page and could not afford to buy the domain name.
Action: Clerk to inform the resident
AGENDA ITEM 13 – To review and approve quote for tree survey at football field
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Three quotes were considered and the quote from Stillgreen was accepted.
Action: Clerk to arrange for survey to be completed
AGENDA ITEM 14 – To review and confirm proposals for tree and hedge planting by Gwynedd Council
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The proposals were reviewed and it was agreed to accept them, with the exception
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of the area around the football field, which will need to be discussed with the golf
club before a decision can be reached.
Action: Clerk to contact Gwynedd Council to accept the proposal
Action: Councillors to meet with representatives of the golf club
AGENDA ITEM 15 – To review the Kite Festival and approve any changes for next year
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The Clerk reported she had a review meeting with Red Dragon Kites and they were extremely pleased with the festival this year and are keen to run it again next year. They asked her to pass on their thanks for the great support they received from the Community Council and the AA&I and wished to especially thank Cllr Owen for his help and use of his vehicle to transport the equipment to and from the beach. It would have been very difficult without this.
The clerk also spoke to the Harbourmaster and Beach Officer, who commended the professionalism of everyone involved and especially the efficient way the kites were all dropped when the Air Ambulance landed. The clerk reported that the kite fliers were asked to start flying the kites again while the Air Ambulance was still on the ground, as the Air Ambulance wanted a photo of the helicopter with the kites flying in the background!
Red Dragon Kites had some money left over, so they paid for the use of the Neuadd for workshops etc. instead of the Community Council paying for it. The Councillors asked the clerk to pass on their thanks for this.
Red Dragon Kites asked if it might be possible to use Cllr Owen’s vehicle again next year and if possible, more matting to facilitate walking through the dunes from the boardwalk. Provisional dates for next year 17 & 18 July.
Cllr D. Williams thanked everyone on the Council who helped clear the boardwalk and during the event. Cllr Dunton noted that there was nothing but very positive comments on social media about the festival and Cllr D. Williams praised the clerk and the kite fliers for all their hard work in making the festival such a success.
It was agreed that the Community Council should reimburse Cllr Owen for the fuel used during the festival and to research different options for facilitating walking through the dunes over the winter.
Proposed: Cllr Hewins Seconded: Cllr Kelly
Action: Clerk to reimburse Cllr Owen for fuel costs
Action: Council to research different options for facilitating movement over the dunes
AGENDA ITEM 16 – To consider purchasing parasols for the Food Festival
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The clerk presented quotes for parasols and it was noted that hiring them was too expensive. It was noted that parasols are not suitable for windy conditions and it was agreed to purchase 3 as a trial.
Proposed: Cllr D. Williams Seconded: Cllr Kelly
Action: Clerk to purchase parasols
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AGENDA ITEM 17– Correspondence which requires a response from the Council
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* Request from resident for support with issue resulting from Article 4
It was agreed to write to Parc Eryri explaining that the Community Council still, and always has, opposed Article 4, as it results in situations like this and asking for them to reconsider their decision on implementing Article 4. It was agreed that after a reply is received, to write to the MS’s for Gwynedd Maldwyn and others.
Action: Clerk to write to Parc Eryri
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 – BioBlitz Bonanza events
* One Voice Wales – training dates June & July
* One Voice Wales – Democracy & Boundary Commission councillor survey
* Resident – copy of email sent to Gwynedd Council regarding speed limits in Aberdyfi
AGENDA ITEM 19 – Items for consideration at future meetings
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* English words have been painted out on welcome signs
* Holiday lets not recycling
AGENDA ITEM 20 – Items for release / Rushlight / Website / Facebook
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* DoveyFest
* Circus Raj at the Neuadd Dyfi
* Weekly beach cleans in August
* Art Society exhibition
* St Peter’s Church activities
* Thank you to gardening volunteers
* Butcher’s closed & reopened under new ownership
* Reminder for everyone to recycle as much as possible
* Reminder of where dogs are allowed on the beach
* Two new businesses opened
AGENDA ITEM 21 – Date of next meeting
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Monday 21st September
There being no further business, the Chair closed the meeting at 8.50pm
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