NOTE: The Community Council will discuss this topic at Monday 20 Oct. monthly meeting.
“Good afternoon,
I’m writing to share an opportunity for your Community Council or Association to participate in Aberdeenshire Council’s newly introduced Adopt a Grit Bin scheme.
As you may be aware, the Roads & Infrastructure Service has scaled back the provision of grit bins across the road network following recent budget decisions. In response to feedback from Elected Members and the public, a scheme has been launched allowing Community Councils and Associations to adopt grit bins that would otherwise be removed.
This initiative enables communities to take ownership and responsibility for specific grit bins, helping maintain local resilience during winter. While the Snow Warden Scheme remains the preferred method for supporting self-help with footway gritting, this adoption option offers an additional way to get involved.
A full information pack (attached) has been prepared, including:
- Scheme details
- Application process
- Privacy notice
- FAQs
Please note:
- Applications must be submitted directly to the Roads & Infrastructure Service.
Post: Quality & Resources Team
Harlaw Way
Inverurie
AB51 4SG
Email: QRTeam@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
- The deadline for submissions is Friday 21 November 2025.
If you are not able to access the interactive grit bin map link directly from the document, you can find this on the Council website page Grit bin removals – Aberdeenshire Council under “How to check if your bin is being removed”.
Kind regards
Tim Stephen
Area Manager Kincardine & Mearns
Viewmount / Arduthie Road
Stonehaven / AB39 2DQ
01467 536187
Tim.Stephen@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
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