Norman Jarvie (NDJ) Chairman PKCTG

Jim Gibb (JG) Treasurer PKCTG

Morna Calcott (MC) Kinross Volunteer Group & Rural Outreach Scheme

Ann Munro (AM) Kinross Volunteer Group & Rural Outreach Scheme

Sue Sadler (SS) PKCTG

Niall Moran (NM) P&K Public Transport Unit

Angela Prescott (RDW) RDW PKCTG 
Apologies

Kathleen Coffey WRVS

James Robertson Perth Access Cars

Donald Isles Pitlochry Senior Citizens

Isobel Watson Pitlochry Senior Citizens

Ashley Kennedy Alyth Youth Partnership

Richard McDermid Capability Scotland

Roger Clare Compass Christian Centre

Evelyn Menzies Community Learning Dunkeld

Jane Laahs NHS Voluntary Services Manager

Karen Thomson Macmillan House

Frank Muggridge Strathcare
1. Welcome and apologies for absenceThe Chairman welcomed those attending and apologies were noted. 
2. Minute of the previous meeting held 26^th November 2007 The minute was proposed by Ann Munro and seconded by Niall Moran
3. Matters arising
a) Funding of CTG – FAP Submission PKCTG have been advised to delay submitting an application for funding to P&K Council, however should receive a grant of £6,000 for 08/09.PKCTG have applied to draw down the agreed amount from the Joint Improvement Team and await the response. Jim Gibb stated “when funds are received is crucial” to continued operations.
b) Community Car AssociationThe Community Car Association met on 23^rd January 2008 and templates were presented, which require modification and refining. The need for a mission statement was identified.
c) Meetings with P&K CouncilThe RDW and Chairman continue to meet regularly with Andrew Warrington and John Berry to develop a working understanding. There is an issue to be clarified, this being who pays for the Insurance Premiums for the CCA. Those present recall an offer to pay by John Berry (PTU) however this has since been disputed, with PTU believing that the JIT money should fund this. Action:RDW to contact John Berry to clarify the situation.
d) Laptop/Projector – Purchase/HireAwards for All have approved the use of funds to purchase a laptop. There are sufficient funds from this grant to be used by February. Purchase of a projector should be postponed until receipt of the JIT money. Action:        RDW and Chair to purchase the laptop. RDW to complete the end of Award report, and return to Awards for All. 
4. Treasurer’s Report The Treasurer expressed concerns regarding the current financial situation. PKCTG require the JIT money as a matter of urgency. PKCTG have agreed to cut the number of meetings and officers submit minimal expenses however the CCA expenditure has far exceeded expectations.Ann Munro made one suggestion to cut costs further; this was to “piggy back” the PKCTG and CCA Meetings. The decision was made to keep the meetings separate at the moment with the expectation of more stability and clear objectives in the next financial year. Action: RDW to contact Ian Golding as a matter of urgency reference JIT money. 
5. RDW ReportThe RDW presented an account of activities since 26.11.07, with the CCA taking most time and resources. TACTRAN activities have also increased with questionnaires from Consultants. It was agreed that the RDW should comply as much as possible with data provision and provide “Getting Around” leaflets to consultants.
6. Chairman’s ReportThe Chairman has successfully raised the profile of CT within P&K with a letter to Councillor Miller. No official response has been received.The Chairman attended the Voluntary Sector Community Planning Meeting on 24.1.08 and offered to do a presentation to all groups present. PKCTG will continue to be represented if transport issues are raised or appear on the Agenda.
7. Business Plan/PQASSOThe business plan is dependent of funding with Social Audit not seen to be financially viable. PKCTG could achieve level one PQASSO however there is physically insufficient time at present.
8. Possible ATP Forum Sue Sadler expressed the value of CT groups across the region working together. The TACTRAN Regional Strategy has not been approved to date. There is a feeling that TACTRAN may become a transport planning or strategy body. SS had the opportunity to help the Consultants understand that CT works so well because it is localised. There is no reason for CT to engage with TACTRAN unless money is available. Groups expressed surprise that no application for funding forms etc have been received from any funding body be it TACTRAN or the local authority. NM stated that there could be cuts in rural bus routes due to lack  A TACTRAN CT/DRT Stakeholder Workshop is being held on 6^th February 2006. All areas within the TACTRAN region will be represented with SS representing P&K and RDW providing administrative support.
9. AOCB 
a) Change of meeting date. The next meeting date was scheduled for 24.3.08, however this has been re-scheduled for 31.3.08.
b) Dormant Accounts PKCTG have been informed that the government intend to distribute money from dormant accounts to the “youth” sector. Sue Sadler sent an e.mail to Roseanna Cunningham asking for division of this money across the voluntary sector; however, the final outcome carried the youth work tag.One emerging pattern is the need for CT to have a cost benefit analysis i.e. figures available illustrating for every pound received, services are delivered worth x amount.
c) Disclosure ConsultationThe website provides a link to the current disclosure consultation, The Protection of Vulnerable Groups, ends on 12^th February 2008. SS suggested a response from PKCTG representing the CT Sector. Action: RDW and Chairman to formulate response and send.
d) Scottish Ambulance ServiceThere is evidence that a SAS volunteer driver is making a duplicate journey for a volunteer car group. The SAS insurance prevents the driver from transporting both people at the same time. Action: NDJ to raise this item at the next Transport with Care Meeting.
10. Date of next Meeting The next Meeting will be held on 31^st March 2008.