Minutes of Executive Committee Meeting
Craster Memorial Hall, Thursday 30th. July 2009
Present: Michael Craster, John Gallon, Jennifer Doherty, Carol Grey, Pauline Baird, Hilary Punton, Fyona Robson.
1.Apologies:
Kevin Brown, Keith Hobbs.
2.Co-option of New EC Member.
Having met the requirements of the constitution the EC agreed to co-opt Fyona Robson on to the EC and she took over the role of Secretary.
On behalf of the Trust Michael Craster thanked John Gallon for his work as Secretary whilst also being the CCDT Treasurer.
3.Minutes of previous Meeting held 9th July 2009
These were agreed and signed by Michael Craster as a true record.
4.Matters Arising – All matters arising are covered by the current Agenda.
5. Computer.
John Gallon still has to examine the computer stored in the Methodist Chapel.
6. Parking.
P. C. Roxy Bird attended the latest Parish Council meeting to provide advice on how best to tackle the issue of problem parking in the village.
Three proposals were put forward as a way of starting to resolve the problem:
Following discussions of points 1 & 2 it was felt as an initial step forward these methods should be used carefully so as not to cause upset with residents. Carol Grey has agreed to drop off leaflets at those homes where parking on the pavement most frequently occurs.
7.NWL.
Michael Craster told the meeting that there had been no further progress since the last EC meeting. He thought that there would be no progress until Parliament returns from the summer recess when an application will be sent to the House of Commons.
John Gallon expressed concern that since OFWAT has recently capped water companies’ charges he thought that assurances should be sought that NWL would not renege on what was already on offer. Michael Craster to contact Hugh Fell and raise this point.
8 . Mobile Phones Petition.
There has been very good press coverage and Michael Craster was interviewed on Border Radio about the petition. The petition is now at County Hall where a committee on Standing Agendas for Petitions will review and consider it.
Members thought that O2 reception had improved slightly and it was felt that this might be because of adjustments to the signal from the Chatton mast.
9. Play ground.
John Gallon presented copies of the RoSPA Play Area Safety Inspection Report (22nd June 2009) and a prepared summary of recommendations and findings for members to consider. Members agreed who was to undertake specific action points. (Copy attached)
Carol Grey & Pauline Baird to approach relevant contacts to ask if there is any grant aid towards the maintenance of play parks and their equipment. They will report back at the next EC meeting when it will be decided if spending on the play park is needed.
10. Requirement for Open Meetings.
In order to foster a spirit of openness and accountability it was agreed to hold quarterly open CCDT Meetings for members of the community. The first two dates for these were arranged as follows;
Thursday 10th September 7p.m.
Thursday 14th January 2010 7p.m.
21 days notice of these meetings is required.
EC meetings would be arranged in addition if required.
11. Any Other Business.
Memorial Hall/CCDT Merger . Michael Craster reported that the draft new constitution was expected week beginning 3rd August 09. He expects to call an AGM for the Memorial Hall in about three weeks.
Signage for Play Park. John Gallon has received prices from Playdale for the supply of signage regarding age limits for the use of equipment. It was agreed to wait until the next meeting to discuss this when information regarding grant aid would be available.
Article for FoNDT Newsletter . It was agreed that the secretary would send copies of the Mobile Phone Petition press releases for inclusion in the next issue.
Northumberland County Council Car Parking Questionnaire. The council is preparing a new countywide car parking strategy. Members agreed responses to a questionnaire sent by the council to help them with their preparation of the strategy.
12. Date of Next EC meeting.
Thursday 10th September 6.30p.m. in Memorial Hall.
The meeting closed at 8.20p.m.
Fyona Robson. Secretary. Craster Community Development Trust. |
