Caol Conversations may lead to a better place
Members of the Caol community and Lochaber Community Action Group met last Monday to share ideas on how to make Caol an even better place to live.
Scottish Fire and Rescue, Police Scotland, Voluntary Action Lochaber and several other partners attended the event and discussed cleanliness, litter, recreational facilities and activities and improving activities for youth activities.
One local resident said: ‘This event was a great opportunity to meet others and discuss how we can contribute to community life in Caol.’
Despite poor weather, the event was well-attended with tea, coffee and cakes supplied by the Caol Community Centre team and winners of the Caol consultation prizes were presented with their awards.
Kate Smith won a £25 voucher for the Moorings. Second prize was a £15 voucher for the Lochy which was won by Helen Cormack and the third prize of a bottle of wine from Browns was won by Martha O’Hagan.
Group manager Pat McElhinney said: ‘This was an excellent event, which allowed residents to communicate with Caol Community Action Group. Actions and priorities can now be drawn up as a result. This is empowerment in action as residents are deciding what it wants to do to improve the area. Thank you to everyone who attended the event.
If you would like to support your community please contact Pat McElhinney on pat.mcelhinney@ firescotland.gov.uk