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Our community hall was part of our village's heritage, a symbol of togetherness and history. Originally located on land gifted by the Glasgow Police Commissioners in 1893, it was a place generously built for us by Mr Wylie and Mr Irvine. It opened its doors on April 25th, 1902, serving generations of Glenmavis residents as a community hub. Sadly, this monumental part of our history was demolished in 2000 due to a deal involving the North Lanarkshire Council, Mr. Irshad, Mr. Dines, and Headway Developments. This deal resulted not only in the loss of our beloved hall but also the community garden space—gift from Mr. Irvine—which now sites the local shop.

As part of this deal NLC should have implemented traffic calming measures on Coatbridge Road that now 26 years later our community is still asking for 

The loss of our community center was a blow to the village as a whole, stripping us of a vital community hub. It was an unjust transformation without offering the community any chance to retain its historical legacy. This history is not just a series of dates and places, but a deeply ingrained part of our community identity.

Glenmavis Community Center is under threat of becoming a single-use facility for only one group. Such a restriction deprives the village of a multifunctional space that should serve children, families, the elderly, and everyone in between. Imagine the community events, meetings, workshops, or perhaps even performances that could inspire togetherness and unity, lost to a one-dimensional use.

To ensure fairness and respect for our collective history, we are calling on North Lanarkshire Council to retain the Glenmavis Community Centre as a fully accessible community facility. We urge decision-makers to prioritize the needs and rights of the entire village, allowing access for all community members, not just select few.

Let's unite in our goal to preserve a space that encourages inclusivity and community spirit. We owe it to our past, to remember the generosity of Mr. Wylie and Mr. Irvine, and to our future, providing a thriving space for generations yet to come.

Please support our cause by signing this petition. Together, we can stand up for our community's rights and history.