Decision Maker: Banff and Buchan Area Committee

Outcome: Note

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 28, 2025

Purpose:

Content: Committee agreed to provide the following comment to Communities Committee:   1.      Committee requests further information on each individual library proposal so that a more comprehensive decision can be taken. 2.      Committee has concerns that the timeline for proposals to be finalised at the next Communities Committee meeting is unrealistic. 3.      Committee requests that they are kept informed on considerations as           plans are developed for Cairnbulg, Macduff and Rosehearty Libraries           in order to provide local input. 4.      Committee recommends that the Banff and Buchan library buildings are not closed until a full and comprehensive investigation into the exact provision is determined and all options explored. 5.      Committee requests that suitable training is provided to all new and           existing volunteers. 6.      Committee requests fully comprehensive IIAs incorporating an impact appraisal on the options for each library in the Banff and Buchan Area being considered for building closure. 7.      Committee noted that we need to continue to improve our library service in terms of value and service. 8.      Committee feels unable to acknowledge proposals for delivery of library  services as these are not finalised. 9.      Committee requests that the Communities Committee remove from consideration the closure and alterations to the libraries at Cairnbulg, Macduff and Rosehearty and not make a final decision until full and accurate information is available.