DESCRIPTION
The Association was formed in 1955 (formerly the Davidson's Mains and Silverknowes Ratepayers Association) and has been serving the community since that time.
The Association exists to protect and promote the interests of local residents in all appropriate aspects of community life. Membership is open to all residents of the area while the day to day administration is undertaken by a management committee who are elected by the membership at the AGM .
The management committee encourages local people to contact it on matters of concern and keeps them informed through a notice board and periodic newsletters. The Association is strictly non-political under the terms of its constitution but works closely with local elected representatives on a non partisan basis on local issues.
All planning applications are monitored and where necessary amendments or objections are submitted.
A close interest is also taken on maintaining and improving the environment including the protection of local parks and woodland and public open space. Interest is also maintained on public transport and traffic management issues. On major issues the association organises public meetings and leads public campaigns including fundraising events.
The Association is funded by subscriptions paid by local residents.
ORGANISATION ACTIVITIES
