Councillor Isobel Davidson

The Formartine Area Committee of Aberdeenshire Council approved minor amendments to planning conditions for land at International Golf Course, Balmedie on 19 May 2026. The committee decided to remove a lapsed condition and alter the submission timeframe for a Biodiversity Enhancement Plan. The planning service will ensure the Biodiversity Enhancement Plan is submitted within six weeks of the decision notice.

The Formartine Area Committee approved proposals for allocating revenue funding for Roads and Bridges for 2026-27 on 19/05/2026. The committee also noted an update on 2025-26 works and provided comments to the Infrastructure Services Committee. These comments included requests for details on carbon emissions related to LED rollout delays, updates on the interactive map publicity, and clarity on surface works for Ellon Roundabout.

The Formartine Area Committee of Aberdeenshire Council noted that no interests were declared on 19/05/2026.

The Formartine Area Committee decided to approve the transfer of the Ythan Centre to the Catalyst Community Regeneration Company. The decision was made on 28/04/2026. The committee sought further detail regarding claw back clauses.

The Formartine Area Committee noted the removal of all outstanding items on the Statement of Outstanding Business on 28/04/2026. The committee requested liaison with the Area Team to ensure councillor engagement in project prioritisation and a monitoring and scrutiny role. Officers will continue to work with Area Teams to signpost engagement opportunities and involve members at appropriate stages.