A community organisation owned by its members
The Alness Community Association is a registered body — and membership is open to anyone who lives, works, or has a connection to Alness. As a member, you are not just a supporter. You are a stakeholder.
The ACA is run on behalf of its members. Members elect the committee, approve decisions at AGMs, and shape the direction of the projects we run — from the Heritage Centre to the community minibus.
Many people in Alness benefit from what we do without realising that they could have a formal say in how it's done. Membership changes that.
Open to all
Membership is open to any person aged 18 or over who lives or works in the Alness area, or who has a genuine interest in the welfare of the community.
What membership means
Membership isn't just symbolic. It connects you directly to the people running your community facilities and gives you a legitimate role in how decisions are made.
A vote at the AGM
Members are entitled to attend and vote at the Annual General Meeting. This is where the committee is elected and major decisions about the ACA's direction are taken.
Access to meeting minutes
Stay informed about what the committee is discussing and deciding. Members receive access to the minutes of ACA committee meetings.
Your voice on local matters
Have your say on issues that affect Alness — from how some community facilities are managed to future projects the ACA might take on.
Stand for the committee
Members can stand for election to the ACA committee and play an active role in running the organisation and its facilities.
Meeting notices & agendas
Members are kept informed of upcoming meetings and receive agendas in advance, giving you the chance to raise items or prepare your views.
Community connection
Be part of a network of people who care about Alness. Help shape the conversation about what our town needs and what the ACA should prioritise.
Search the ADT archive
Browse and search every issue of the Alness District Times online — find old articles, photos and announcements in seconds.
What's on in Alness
Keep up with local events and activities happening around the town, all in one place.
How to become a member
Joining takes a couple of minutes. Create your free account below and you'll have immediate access to the members' area — including committee minutes and the fully searchable ADT newsletter archive.
Register online
Head to the members' area and select "Register." You'll need your name, email address, and a password.
You're in
There's no fee to join. Membership is free and open to everyone aged 18+ with a connection to Alness. Sign in any time to access minutes and the ADT archive.
Members' portal
Our dedicated members' area is live now. As a member you can browse committee meeting minutes and search the full ADT newsletter archive — all in one secure place.
ACA Members' Area
Your secure space for local news, minutes, and the ADT archive
ADT Archive
Search every issue of the Alness District Times online
Meeting Minutes
Full archive of committee meeting records
What's On
Local events and activities at a glance
Join Alness.com today
It's free and takes just a couple of minutes. Get instant access to the ADT archive and committee minutes, plus a genuine say in your community.