Minutes - October 2011

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
18 October 2011

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Marcus (Vice-Chair), Megan (Secretary), Cath (Treasurer), Andrew, John, Melissa, Brian

Apologies: Jenny

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s Report:

a. Tony reported that he has contacted Tim Norris to commission the remedial work on the animal statues in Lorrimore Gardens as agreed at the last TRA meeting. There has been no response to date

b. As agreed at the last meeting, Tony followed up with the Housing Office (Suzanne Matthews) to report that the lay-by area on Lorrimore Rd is, once again, being used as a dumping ground. The housing office has stated that an environmental enforcement team will clean the area and continue to monitor

c. The Housing Office informed Tony that Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) are currently being completed in the area. The prime focus will be communal areas used for storage. Residents and tenants have received letters informing them of the assessments and have been requested to remove items stored in communal areas by 31 October – this will be followed up in November by the Housing Office

d. Tony put Cath in contact with the Housing Office to reclaim the insurance for the park

e. Tony reported that his Stage II complaint to the Council is still outstanding. Tony to chase

f. Tony reported that the feedback on the Heritage signing has been consolidated and will be provided to the project team. Tony reported that as part of the consultation for the masterplan for Pasley Park, there is discussion over a possible name change for the park back to Surrey Gardens. Tony will work with the project team to consider how the Heritage signing might be able to work around this

3. Treasurer’s Report:

a. Cath reported that the accounts for the year are complete and are just awaiting independent audit

b. Cath reported that we are currently owed £1,900 in insurance money from the Council. Cath has emailed the Housing Office to chase and will follow-up

4. Any other business:

a. John noted that the new housing on Lorrimore Road is ready for the bricks to be put up and that no consultation on these bricks has taken place as had been agreed. Tony will follow-up with the planning officers again

b. Andrew reported that a new organisation currently called the Walworth Society will be meeting on the 22nd of November (location tbc). The purpose of the group is to preserve local history, promote the community, provide input to planning, etc

c. Tony reminded the meeting that the AGM is approaching fast. Tony will be standing down as Chair this year. New committee members will be required if the TRA is to continue

d. Cath noted that there is now no pay parking on Lorrimore Road and the parking shop is closed so it is very difficult to access parking visitor permits (as you must be at home when they are delivered). Tony will raise the issues with the council and see if there is any way of booking a specific time for delivery of visitor permits

e. John noted that the hinge is coming off one of the gates to Lorrimore Gardens. Tony is already looking at getting a potential supplier to strip and repaint the gates so will include this in his work request

f. Brian noted that the gardeners accidentally knocked 3 bricks out of the wall of Lorrimore Gardens. Some local children have since knocked more of the bricks out. Tony will raise with Susanne Matthews at the Housing Office and see if it can be fixed

5. Next meeting – the AGM will be held on Tuesday 29th November 2011, 7.30 pm in St Paul's Church, Lorrimore Square

a. This is, by far, the most important meeting in the TRA calendar. Tony requested that everyone do their very best to attend, as unless 15 adults who live in the area come along on the night a new committee cannot be voted in and our funding will be at risk Drinks and snacks will be provided on the night, so it should be a fun evening too

b. The AGM will be leafleted as well as advertised on the website and via e-mail. Tony will arrange for a Housing Officer to attend

6. Thanks from the Chair and close

Minutes - September 2011

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
5 October 2010

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Cath (Treasurer), John, Melissa, Brian

Apologies: Marcus (Vice-Chair), Megan (Secretary), Sue, Natalie

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s report

a. Tony thanked those who attended the picnic for coming, in particular Cath (for organising the bouncy castle), Megan (for shopping and cooking), Natalie, Andrew, Sue and Tom (for cooking). Tony reported that, despite the weather, a fun time was had – with more parents accompanying their children than in previous years

b. Tony reported that his Stage II complaint to the Council is still outstanding. Tony to chase

c. Tony reminded the meeting that a charity had expressed an interest in moving into the unused garages below the new flats on Lorrimore Sq. Unfortunately, the latest news was that this would not now be happening

d. Tony reported back to the meeting that the first draft of the heritage signage had been fed back on, and redesigned. The new designs were shared with the meeting, with the following key points emerging:
i. Better to remove the map from the timeline
ii. Need to ensure we use ‘plain English’
iii. The lectern versions were well received – could both signs be produced in this style?
iv. Spell out “Surrey Gardens Tenants and Residents Association” in full
v. Remove all telephone numbers and web addresses, as these details age quickly (making the boards seem less relevant)
vi. Tony reminded the meeting that this was the final opportunity for the general public to input into the designs, and detailed next steps as follows: share the new designs via the website and wait for feedback. Share designs with Heritage Lottery Fund for sign off. Feed back any further changes to Browse Bion for a final, third version, to be produced. These will be signed off by the Project Team

3. Treasurer’s report

a. Cath reported approximately £6,500 in the TRA account – of which £4,500 is Heritage Lottery Fund money

b. Cath reported that we are currently owed approximately £2,000 in insurance money from the Council. Tony to forward a Housing contact to Cath to contact regarding the outstanding money owed

4. AOB

a. Tony suggested that the TRA pay Tim Norris to conduct remedial works on the animal statues in Lorrimore Gardens. Approximate cost £500. The meeting agreed. Tony to commission Tim Norris

b. Tony also noted that the gates to Lorrimore Gardens are in need of stripping and re-painting. Tony to look for a potential supplier to conduct the work and report back with a cost to the TRA

c. Tony reminded the meeting that the AGM is approaching fast. Tony will be standing down as Chair this year. New committee members will be required if the TRA is to continue

d. John reported that the ‘lay-by’ area on Lorrimore Rd is, once again, being used as a dumping ground. Tony to follow up with Housing

e. Brian reported that a Council official had been to Lorrimore Sq to inspect communal stairwells for fire safety. Tony to follow up with Housing on the outcome

5. Next meeting

a. October – actual date to be agreed. This meeting will not be leafleted, but will be advertised on the website and via e-mail

6. Thanks for the Chair and close

Minutes - June 2011

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
7 June 2011

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Marcus (Vice-Chair), Cath (Treasurer), Sue, Natalie, Andrew

Apologies: Megan (Secretary), Jenny, John, Melissa, Grahame, Alison

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s Report:

• Tony confirmed that the walkabout with the tree section of the Council had yet to take place. Sue volunteered to follow up with the tree section


• Tony has received a letter apologising for the delay in addressing the Stage 2 complaint regarding the Tenant Fund application. This is now due to be addressed by 1 July


• Tony confirmed that Browse Bion (http://www.browsebion.com/home/index.html) has been appointed as the provider for the heritage signage project. A Project Team meeting is scheduled for Wednesday 9 June, which Tony will report back on. It is hoped that first drafts of signage will be ready in time for the annual Picnic in the Park in July


• Tony has received contact from the Council with a proposition to convert some of the garages below Lorrimore Square into an office/sales space for a local furniture aid charity (Furniture Aid South Thames: http://www.furniture-aid.co.uk/). The charity currently has a warehouse in Oval, but now needs to relocate. The Council reports that the garages in question are not currently in demand. They also point out the benefits of having a space occupied and used versus not (i.e. potential otherwise for vandalism, fire etc). The meeting was in agreement that this was a sensible proposal, and in keeping with the ethos of the area – noting that it could also be of use to local Tenants and Residents. Marcus raised the possibility of well-meaning people dumping items outside the property as donations, which could swiftly become unsightly. Tony promised to raise this with the Council, and to e-mail out to the wider TRA group for further thoughts and issues


• Tony confirmed that Tim Norris (the sculptor responsible for the carved animals in Lorrimore Gardens) had been in touch to suggest that the sculptures require some remedial work. Tim suggested this would require approximately two days of his time (c.£500). Tony suggested the TRA should defer a decision on this work until such a time as the Tenants Fund has been paid from the Council. All agreed

3. Treasurer’s Report:

• Cath reported that the insurance money has now been paid, leaving £1,325 in the TRA account (not including the £4,000 HLF money). Cath will pursue claiming the insurance money back from the Council


• Cath confirmed that the Tenants Fund had not shown on the TRA accounts by the time of the meeting, but that this was now due


• Cath confirmed that, due to a missing invoice, the insurance claim for the damaged roundabout from last year had still not been resolved. The insurance company has confirmed willingness to pay upon receipt of an invoice, meaning a further £772.45 (less £100 excess) is also due back to the TRA

4. Any other business:

• Sue requested that the TRA hire a heavy duty drill in order to fix the art in the park that was recently damaged. Tony to liaise with Sue to hire on an appropriate day and Sue to purchase fixings, claiming back from the TRA


• It was noted that the demolition of 113 Lorrimore Square has begun. Tony confirmed that he has already contacted the Council around the further promised consultation regarding materials to be used, but has had no reply. Tony to try again


• Marcus to contact the Council regarding the graffiti that has appeared on the doors of the electricity sub-station in Lorrimore Square


• Andrew reported back from the Housing Area Forum. Several TRAs suggested that the Tenants Fund would not be paid for a year. Tony to check with Council Officers


• TRA Annual Picnic In the Park – it was suggested that the Annual Picnic in the Park be delayed by a few weeks, so as to allow sufficient time to plan. All agreed. Budget for food, wine and provisions set at £100. Natalie, Sue, Cath, Andrew and Tony to share food preparation and purchase. Tony to e-mail out tasks to all and to confirm availability of picnic tables with Fr Grahame. Cath to organise a bouncy castle

5. Next meeting: – the next meeting will be the Annual Picnic in the Park, to be held on Tuesday 19th July, from 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm in Lorrimore Gardens, Lorrimore Square. This meeting will be leafleted and advertised via the website and e-mail

6. Thanks from the Chair and close

Minutes - May 2011

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
3 May 2011

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Megan (Secretary), Cath (Treasurer), Jenny, John, Brian, Natalie

Apologies: Jenny, John, Melissa, Andrew, Marcus (Vice-Chair), Adrienne

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s Report:

• Park closure – Tony has contacted the council regarding having the park closed in the evenings. He has had no response from initial communications, but has now escalated to the Head of Parks


• Tony has contacted the council regarding Tree Works in the square. Trees have been pollarded and there is concern that these will not grow back. The Council has offered a walkabout to address concerns. This is yet to be arranged


• Tenants Fund – Tony has contacted the council regarding the tenants fund multiple times. Since our last meeting, Tony has written to the local Ward Councillors, and escalated his formal complaint to a stage 2. The council has said that there are new forms for claiming for the Tenants Fund, and the Surrey Gardens TRA is participating in trials of new forms. Tony has completed and sent these in and is waiting for a response


• Tony met with Christine Wildhaber (from Southwark Council) and Judy Aitken from the Cuming Museum. Christine has quotes for the signage. Tony has researched and drafted the original park on a current day map as an input to the sign (including notes of key points of interest) and sent to Christine and Judy. Next steps are to appoint a company to complete the signage and to commission the first draft designs for further consultation. Tony to update at next meeting

3. Treasurer’s Report:

• We have more than £6,000 in the bank, of which £4,500 is Heritage Lottery Fund money, whilst just under £2,000 is required to pay the insurance for the park (to be refunded by the Council)

4. Any other business:

• There was no other business

5. Next meeting – the next meeting will be held on Tuesday 7 June 2011, 7.30pm in St Paul’s, Lorrimore Square; this meeting will not be leafleted, but will be advertised via the website and via e-mail as normal

6. Thanks from the Chair and close

Minutes - April 2011

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
5 April 2011

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Cath (Treasurer), Jenny, John, Brian, Melissa, Andrew, Natalie

Apologies: Marcus (Vice-Chair), Megan (Secretary), Alison, Trenton

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s Report:

Whilst not a TRA event, Tony thanked all those who attended for going to the Picnic in Pasley Park on Saturday 2nd – and reiterated thanks to Alison for all her hard work organising the whole thing. There was a great turnout, helped by good weather. Alison has confirmed an interest in helping with the TRA’s picnic in July

Tony confirmed that the Heritage Signage project for Pasley Park continues to be delayed due to the TRA’s main contact with the Council (Emma Longman) having, unfortunately, been made redundant. Tony confirmed that costs had been sought from three companies but, due to some of these not being able to supply a cost, the Council would have to approach at least one more company for a quote. Tony confirmed that a meeting is due to take place with the Project Team and Emma’s former manager next week (either Monday or Tuesday to be confirmed)

A local resident has e-mailed the Chair regarding potentially closing Lorrimore Gardens overnight, every night. Whilst the TRA agreed it did not have capacity to handle this via members, Tony did agree to approach Southwark Council about getting the park on to the rota for regular closure at night. Tony to action

Tony confirmed that, despite numerous e-mails to Southwark Council, there is still no news regarding the Tenant’s Fund for 2011. Tony informed the meeting that, ordinarily, the TRA would receive application papers after the AGM in November and that the process would typically be resolved by March. Cath suggested that some other TRAs had already reported receiving their money for 2011. Cath also reminded the meeting that the Tenant’s Fund is paid for by all local Tenants and Residents and that therefore, in effect, the TRA is simply asking for that money to come back into the community as is owed. Tony to follow up with the Council once again and report back. Andrew to ask other TRAs if they have received funding at the next Housing Area Forum, and to ask what support they might be able to lend to our TRA in discussions with the Council

3. Treasurer’s Report:

We have £6,819.41 in the bank, of which £4,000 is Heritage Lottery Fund money

Cath reminded the meeting that insurance for Lorrimore Gardens is due to be paid next month – this would typically be paid from the Tenant’s Fund, which is now overdue

4. Any other business:

There was no other business

5. Next meeting

The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 3 May 2011, 7.30pm in St Paul’s, Lorrimore Square; this meeting will not be leafleted, but will be advertised via the website and via e-mail as normal

6. Thanks from the Chair and close

End of Year Drinks

End of Year Drinks 2009

Tuesday 15 December

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Marcus (Vice Chair), Cath (Treasurer), John, Jenny, Melissa, Andrew, Jo

Apologies: Megan

Many thanks to those of you who attended the End of Year Drinks - I hope you all enjoyed it! Whilst this is not a formal meeting as such, a number of issues were raised:

1. It was agreed that the TRA would support a grant application by the Friends of Pasley Park for outside gym equipment

2. Tony reminded everyone of the Walkabout around Pasley Park, to take place on Saturday 11th at 11 am - all welcome

3. Next meeting - an exact date for the next meeting was not set, but it is likely to be held on Tuesday 1st February 2011 (the TRA does not meet in January). The meeting will be both advertised on the TRA website, and leafleted

4. Thanks from Chair and close

Thanks to everyone who has contributed to the success of the TRA in 2010 - see you next year!

AGM Minutes - December 2010

Surrey Gardens TRA AGM 2010
Minutes
2 November 2010

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Jo (Secretary), Cath (Treasurer), Ada, Andrew, Jeanette, Jenny, John, Megan, Melissa, Lawrence, Anne, Brian, Jean, Fr Moore, Nat Stevens (Housing Manager), Jason Reid (Local Area Housing Officer)

Apologies: Marcus (Vice-Chair), Sue

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Approval of last year’s minutes

• Cath proposed the minutes of last year’s AGM be accepted. Jenny seconded

3. Chair’s report

• Tony thanked everyone for attending and noted that it had been a busy year for the TRA. It was noted that getting local residents come to meetings continues to be one of the biggest challenges faced by the TRA
• Despite this, Tony noted that the TRA continued to have many successes in 09-10, including:
• The improvements to the ‘Lorrimore cut-through’, from the Cleaner, Greener, Safer funding awarded by Southwark Council;
• A very successful summer picnic in the park – Tony thanked Simon and Jeanette for their momentous efforts in preparing the food;
• Fixing the vandalised mosaic in the centre of Lorrimore park with paving;
• Conducting an art project with the students from the John Ruskin school and erecting the art on the electric substation in Lorrimore Park
• Working with Southwark Council and the Friends of Pasley Park to win £8,000 of Heritage Lottery Funding for signs in Pasley Park; and
• Objecting to the planning application for proposed works in Lorrimore Road and agreement that the TRA will be consulted with regard to any exterior materials to be used
• Unfortunately, over the summer there was some vandalism around one of the play areas in the park. This resulted in the park being closed safety purposes for a month over summer whilst the insurance was claimed and repair was completed

4. Treasurer’s Report

• Positive balance, with £1000 due to come out for art project Cath reported that money had been received this year from the Tenant’s Fund, interest on the account and c£400 from ‘the Bill’ for filming in the local area. The council has also reimbursed the cost of the insurance payment for Lorrimore Gardens for 2009 as well as 2010
• Expenditure consisted of refreshments for meetings and the summer picnic, the art project and the paving centrepiece for the park. After auditing, the current account balance stands at £3760.60
• Jeanette proposed the accounts be accepted. Melissa seconded. The accounts were approved
• Tony proposed we continue to use the same Auditor next year. Megan seconded. The auditor was approved

5. Elections for 2010

• The old officers stood down
• Andrew nominated Tony as Chair, Jeanette seconded and it was approved
• Tony proposed that the TRA adjourn the nomination and election of Vice-Chair until the next meeting. Megan seconded and it was approved
• Megan nominated Cath as Treasurer, Jeanette seconded and it was approved
• Members nominated and approved: John, Jenny, Melissa
• Tony nominated Andrew for Area Forum, Megan seconded and it was approved

6. AOB

• Tony noted that there will be a Tenant’s meeting on Saturday 13th November from 9.30 – 4.00pm, with workshops and speakers discussing tenants services / funding. If anyone is interested in attending or more information, please let Tony know
• John raised that the Garden in Carter Place is up for development, with the council having turned down two previous planning applications. For more information or to register any objections, please go to www.carterplace.co.uk
• Cath raised that the Southwark Group of Tenants provide local ICT training if any local residents are interested
• Anne noted that there will be a walkabout with an artist tomorrow (3rd November) around Pasley Park to discuss options for an art project in the park
• Tony informed the meeting that Jason Reid (the new local housing officer) conducts 6 weekly inspections of the local area to identify areas which require improvement. The next meetings on 10th December, 21st January, 4th March. Anyone wishing to join Jason should let Tony know

7. Next meeting

• End of Year Drinks will be held at the Beehive Pub on Carter Street at 7.30pm on 7th December 2010

8. Thanks for Chair and close

Minutes - October 2010

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting 2010
Minutes
5 October 2010

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Marcus (Vice-Chair), Cath (Treasurer), Ada, Jenny, John, Megan

Apologies: Andrew, Jo, Simon, Jeanette

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s report

• Heritage Lottery Fund:
• Tony is working with Southwark Council and the Friends of Pasley Park to complete a ‘permission to start’ form, and apply for the first 50% of the grant. The TRA will contribute £500 and the grant will be £8,000. Next steps are to draft a press release and community consultation, lead by the Cuming Museum, to see what people want to put on the two boards which will be erected in Pasley Park (location TBD)
• Lorrimore Gardens:
• The vandalised surface in the play area has been fixed and the park has been reopened. A Heritage Lottery Fund sign will be erected on the wall backing onto the church, in recognition of the previous award which enabled the installation of the play equipment
• Cleaner, Greener, Safer grant:
• Extra lighting is in place and trees are being planted next month

3. Treasurer’s report

• There is approximately £3,800 in the TRA account
• Cath has sent through the accounts for auditing and these will be ready for the AGM in November

4. AOB

• AGM: Tony called for volunteers to stand for TRA committee positions. Please let Tony know if you have an interest in standing for a position. Tony reminded everyone of the importance of attending the AGM if you can – without a quorum (a minimum of 15 adults from the area), a new committee cannot be voted in and the TRA risks losing funding for next year
• Ada noted that there had been squatters in 1 Lorrimore Square, but that the property is now up for Auction. Tony offered to follow up with the Council

5. Next meeting

• Annual General Meeting, Tuesday 2nd November at 7.30 pm. This meeting will be leafleted, and advertised on the TRA website. Drinks and snacks to be provided

6. Thanks for the Chair and close

Minutes - September 2010

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
7 September 2010

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Jo (Secretary), Cath (Treasurer), Megan (co-Secretary), Simon, Andrew, John, Melissa, Ada, Destiny

Apologies: Marcus (Vice-Chair), Jeanette, Jenny

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s Report:

• Picnic was a success; with special thanks to Jeanette and Simon who did an amazing job catering for all the attendees
• Tony confirmed that there will be another newsletter produced before the AGM (November) and end of year drinks (ACTION)
• Artwork in the park; all the artwork is now displayed on the electricity substation. Thanks was given to Sue, Simon, Emily and Emma for completing, and installing, the work
• The Big Lottery Fund asked the TRA to complete a questionnaire regarding the funding that was given for the park 10 years ago. Tony completed this, and we have received a Big Lottery sign and stickers to put up in the park (ACTION)
• Tony explained that the park has been closed due to vandalism of the safety flooring by the roundabout. An insurance claim has been made, and we will be liable to pay £100 excess. As soon as the insurance money has been received then we will instruct the work to be completed and then the park will be re-opened
• Heritage Lottery Fund. A meeting to decide on the application is due to take place on 8 September on the Heritage signage. We should hear a decision shortly after that
• There are new notice boards in Pasley Park, which we are able to use to put in TRA notices. Tony has the details and we will use this for the upcoming meetings
• Cleaner, Greener, Safer. The work has started in re-development of the cut-through. The work on the lighting columns has started, and the tree surrounds have been completed. Two trees are due to be replaced
• Development in Lorrimore Road. Tony confirmed that he had met with various councillors and attended a planning meeting. The development will continue to take place, but we will be included in the consultation regarding building material (e.g. bricks). Tony confirmed that as part of the conditions of the build is that no parking permit for Lorrimore Road will be granted, and each house will have one parking space

3. Treasurer’s Report:

• We have approx £3,500 in the bank.
• We have paid Sue for the Art in the Park, and have paid for the roundel.
• £100 will be due for the insurance excess
• Cath is working on getting the signatories changed on the bank account

4. Southwark Democracy Commission:

• Helen Laker from LB Southwark attended to discuss ideas on how the Council can increase public participation and consultation
• Helen shared some of the ideas received so far, e.g. changing timings and locations of current meetings, broadcasting meetings online, themed meetings, etc
• The TRA group shared their thoughts with Helen, who will send the output to Tony for sharing with the TRA (ACTION)

5. Any other business:

• AGM. Tony reminded the group that the next AGM is in November, and that to be quorate at least 15 adults from the area are required to attend. He asked that TRA members let him know when they are available during November so we can pick the best date
• Tony said that all posts are available, and nominations will take place at the AGM. Tony asked that if anyone was interested to let him know
• Tony to contact the council regarding 1 Lorrimore Square, as a concern was raised that squatters are currently in the flat

6. Next meeting – the next meeting will be held on 5 October 2010, 7.30pm in St Paul’s, Lorrimore Square; this meeting will not be leafleted

7. Thanks from the Chair and close

Minutes - June 2010

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
1 June 2010

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Marcus (Vice-Chair), Jo (Secretary), Jeanette

Apologies: Cath (Treasurer), Megan (Co-Secretary), Simon, Jenny, Andrew, John

1. Chair opened meeting, noted apologies

2. Chair’s Report:

• This month has again chased Cleaner, Greener, Safer (CGS). There has been a delay in response due to a delay in response from EDF Energy who are responsible for the lighting. We now have agreement on the lighting from EDF Energy. CGS are estimating that they need approx 2 months to prepare, and then EDF can install the lamp-posts. After this CGS can start the landscaping. Current estimates for project completion are Autumn 2010
• Heritage Lottery Fund Grant for heritage boards
• Met with Steve Callaghan (head of parks team) and we are currently waiting for formal response for sign-off. We cannot submit the final application until this is received.
• Tony will continue to chase for sign-off so that application can be submitted (ACTION)
• Picnic in the Park:
• Article submitted to Southwark Housing News, which will appear in July’s issue
• Picnic submitted as an event on the Southwark Council website
• Cath has organised the bouncy castle and Southwark Community Games (cricket and football)
• Tables and electricity has been organised
• Budget of £100 for food and drinks was agreed
• Jeanette / Jo will order and arrange for food to be prepared (ACTION)
• Tony to speak to John regarding the picnic advertising banner (ACTION)
• Varnishing of the statues in the park:
• Tony / Marcus to look into getting this completed
• Painting of the gates / fences (ACTION):
• Tony has requested a contact at Southwark (through Steve Callaghan), if we don’t receive a response we will look into getting the gates re-painted. (ACTION)
• Lorrimore Road Redevelopment:
• Response to council was submitted
• Tony and Marcus have been in touch with 3 local councillors (Neil Coyle, Patrick Diamond and Cathy Bowman). There is a planning meeting on 1st June, and our concerns will be raised through the councillors. They will recommend a delay, in order to enable a site visit which will include local residents.
• We hope to receive an update on 2nd June

3. Treasurer’s Report:

• Have received the tenants fund, and we have paid the insurance

4. Any other business:

• Friends of Pasley Park:
• Tony and Marcus attended the AGM
• The Friends group has received a CGS grant to cover an art memorial to the zoo, and a feasibility study to look into potential development for the future
• Forum is set up to make decisions regarding the park; Tony and Marcus encouraged attendance from our TRA to ensure that our views are considered
• Safer Neighbourhoods Team (for Newington Ward):
• Marcus attended, please see blog for more details
• Next leaflet:
• Marcus to design a newsletter, which will be used in conjunction with the quarterly leaflet
• We will also look to publish this on Southwark Housing for further opportunities to publicise the TRA/TRA events through Southwark Housing News and Southwark Life
• Plants for the church:
• Marcus will order the plants using the previously agreed budget of £100

5. Next meeting – the next meeting will be held on 6 July 2010; this will be the picnic and held in Lorrimore Square Park

6. Next formal meeting Tuesday 14 September, 7.30 pm in St Paul’s, Lorrimore Square

7. Thanks from the Chair and close

Minutes - May 2010

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
4 May 2010

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Marcus (Vice-Chair), Cath (Treasurer), Jo (Secretary), Megan (co-Secretary), Simon, Janette, John, Sue, Melissa, Mariam
Apologies: Jenny, Andrew, Abbas

1. Chair opened meeting, noted apologies

2. Chair’s Report:

• Chased Cleaner, Greener, Safer (CGS) over timing of work, no response yet. He will continue to chase (ACTION)
• Heritage Lottery Fund Grant for heritage boards:
  Final costs and information regarding consultation process received from Cumming Museum. The consultation process will involve at least 2 adult and 1 child workshop, including a walkabout of the area
  Meeting planned for 18/05/2010 with project team and Southark council parks department for parks sign-off, and confirmation that they will maintain the signs
• Final application to be submitted at the end of May
• Tony handed out copy of application; it may take up to 1 year from approval for the project to be completed
• Picnic in the Park:
• Tony has contacted Southwark Life with regards to covering the Picnic in the Park in July. Have received a positive response from Southwark Housing News, who will cover the event and art project.
  Sue to send photos of the children working on the art project. (ACTION)
• Deadline for providing information to Southwark Housing News is 28 May
• Agreed date for picnic will be 6 July, starting at 6pm
• Cath to organise children’s entertainment including bouncy castle, and investigate Southwark community games (ACTION)
  Volunteers for food preparation are Janette, Simon, Sue, Megan and Cath (ACTION)
• Tony to speak to Graham regarding use of electricity and tables
• Website - nearly 500 visitors to website since launch
• Film location - most websites are looking for properties not entire locations; will continue to look

3. Treasurer’s Report:

• Positive balance, with £1000 due to come out for art project

4. Any other business:

• Art Project:
• 12 children involved. Sue has been enlarging templates and preparing the boards
• Boards in the electricity sub-station have been taken down
• Sue to put up notice on sub-station with an invitation to send drawing to Sue, in case local children using the park also want to take part (ACTION)
• Will review whether to grow climbers (e.g. ivy) up sub-station
• Sculptures in the park / Park maintanence:
• Have received an offer to varnish them
• John to agree and arrange (ACTION)
• Tony to write to Southwark council to get them to paint the park fence (ACTION)
• Redevelopment of 113 Lorrimore Road:
• Tony explained the proposed redevelopment, which will be 4 x 5 bed houses, designated as affordable housing
• The consultation ended at the end of April
• Tony has emailed the council to inform them of the TRA meeting, and that we will submit a response as a group after this meeting.
• Issues that will be raised in the response:
• Parking – this will increase strain on current limited parking in Lorrimore Road
• Architecturally in keeping / character of area / currently not many other large properties in area
• Potential of space to cater for more families
• How will local area benefit, e.g. TRA hall
• Lack of response from statutory bodies, e.g. environment department
• Agreed that the TRA recognises the need for housing, but above points need to be answered
• Tony to email response, so that everyone can comment before formally submitting (ACTION)
• Engineering works for Northern Line causing more people outside tube at the weekends:
• Marcus informed that council are putting new bins outside the tube and will ensure that these are emptied more regularly
• Marcus warned of ‘taxi touts’ at the weekend
• General bins on Lorrimore Road - Marcus has chased the council, and has not received a response yet
• Safer Neighbourhoods meeting - Marcus will attend this meeting on 26 May; which will be discussing safer neighbourhoods
• Leaseholder Forum - Megan raised that she had received a nomination form. Megan to show Tony the letter. Tony to investigate (ACTION)
• Housing Area Forum - John offered up a place at the forum. Our TRA is not regularly in attendance.

5. Next meeting – the next meeting will be held on Tuesday 8 June, 7.30 pm in St Paul’s, Lorrimore Square. This meeting will not be leafleted, but will be advertised via e-mail and on the website as normal.

6. Thanks from the Chair and close.

Minutes - April 2010

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
6 April 2010

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Marcus (Vice-Chair), Cath (Treasurer), Jo (Secretary), Megan (co-Secretary)
Apologies: Jenny, John, Sue

1. Chair opened meeting, noted apologies

2. Chair’s Report:

• Confirmed that he has been in contact with Cleaner, Greener, Safer (CGS), and has confirmed that we want to include lighting. The £15k will be spent on trees, the surrounds, installing lights and cleaning the area (there will be no planters). CGS have responded positively, and we are awaiting an update on timing of the work
• No update on notice boards; waiting for both Southwark council and Cumming museum to respond with information. Tony to chase
• Discussion around The Bill being cancelled, and possibility of getting onto a ‘location database’
• Tony and Megan completed Co-Op bank account form in order to register as signatories. Cath to organise for John to sign, and to take completed form to Co-Op

3. Treasurer’s Report:

• Nothing to report

4. Any other business:

• Jo bought Training Skills programme that is offered by Southwark council. Tony to post on website
• Invoice received for insurance; Cath has filed for the records
• Art Project. Cath confirmed that Sue will be running the project, and that Sue and Cath have met with the Art Coordinator at the school and have arranged workshops with the children. These will start after Easter, and are anticipated to be completed at end May. The current boards may need to be taken down in the future, Cath will confirm
• Agreed that we will use the summer picnic to launch the art project, and also the roundel
• Tony to look into getting ‘Southwark Life’ involved at the picnic; picnic has been confirmed to be held 1st week July
• Tony to review September meeting date, and confirm when it will take place
• Marcus confirmed that there has been no response from council regarding the bins

5. Next meeting – the next meeting will be held on Tuesday 4 May, 7.30 pm in St Paul’s, Lorrimore Square. This meeting will be leafleted (Megan to organise) and refreshments will be provided

6. Thanks from the Chair and close

Minutes - March 2010

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
2 March 2010

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Marcus (Vice-Chair), Cath (Treasurer), Jo (Secretary), Megan (co-Secretary), Jenny, John
Apologies: Melissa, Jeanette, Simon

1. Chair opened meeting, noted apologies and thanked Marcus for chairing the last meeting

2. Chair’s Report:

• Tony has updated the Surrey Gardens TRA website with the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) pre-application information as agreed at the February meeting. Next step in the process is to finalise the project plan on Monday 8th March to complete the application requirements

3. Treasurer’s Report:

• Nothing to report

4. Any other business:

• Marcus contacted the Community Payback scheme to request support in ground clearing at the back of St Paul’s churchyard. Next step is to agree a date with Community Payback and Grahame
• Marcus contacted the council to request:
• A bin for the corner of St Paul’s churchyard and;
• A bin for the end of Lorrimore Rd, next to recycling bins where a significant amount of rubbish is dumped
• Still awaiting a response from the council
• The Cleaner, Greener, Safer (CGS) programme have been in touch with Tony and provided the following information:
• A plan to plant new trees and re-pave the existing area of the cut through around the trees
• That new lighting cannot be incorporated within the existing budget and plans as they stand
• That planters can be incorporated
• Tony agreed to request more information from CGS on how the £15,000 CGS funding will be allocated, and to try and incorporate lighting into the plan – which was felt by the TRA to be an essential part of the original application
• The mosaic refurbishment in Lorrimore Gardens, Lorrimore Square has been completed. Tony posted pictures of the roundel onto the TRA website. John confirmed that the contractor had been paid upon completion. Jenny has planted some new plants into the borders in Lorrimore Gardens. A big thank you from the TRA to Jenny and John for planning and managing the project, and for the additional planting
• Artwork for the electric substation:
• Sue has submitted a proposal for the art project on the electricity substation in Lorrimore Square, with a cost of £1,000
• The cost depends upon assistance from volunteers to take down and replace the pictures once complete
• The TRA voted to approve the proposal
• Tony to e-mail Sue to give the go-ahead
• Cath to liaise with the school and Sue to plan next steps
• Cath noted that the TRA need to add an additional cheque signatory for the TRA bank account. Cath will leave the form with Tony to complete, to become the additional signatory
• Tony noted that scaffolding had been erected without notice outside 16 and 17 Lorrimroe Square. The contractors also had no ID and no proof of their instruction from the council. Jeanette and Tony both pursued this with the council and with Councillor Caroline Pidgeon, who has tried to chase this internally
• John offered to raise this at the next West Walworth Housing Forum meeting
• John noted that there is a police meeting in Pasley TRA Hall at the end of March
• Cath noted that there may not be consistency in council tax banding in the area, and that TRA members can take the opportunity to compare bandings and assess if there is an opportunity to challenge

5. Next meeting – the next meeting will be held on Tuesday 6 April, 7.30 pm in St Paul’s, Lorrimore Square. This meeting will not be leafleted, but will be advertised on the TRA website and via e-mail

6. Thanks from the Chair and close

Minutes - February 2010

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
2 February 2010

In attendance: Marcus (Vice-Chair), Cath (Treasurer), Jo (Secretary), Megan (co-Secretary), John, Paul
Apologies: Tony (Chair), Jenny, Andrew

1. Vice-Chair opened meeting and noted that he would Chair the meeting on Tony’s behalf. Tony, Jenny and Andrew sent their apologies

2. Chair’s Report (delivered by Vice-Chair):

• Marcus provided an update on the pre-application that Tony has submitted to the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) to provide Historical Boards for Pasley Park. Tony has been working with the friends of Pasley Park, Southwark Council and the Cuming Museum to prepare the pre-application form. Letters have been sent to approx 20 community representatives (faith groups, TRAs, council representatives, schools and local organisations) to consult and gather input. Around 5 responses have been received so far. If the pre-application is approved, there will be further work to prepare the formal application. HLF have acknowledged the pre-application and suggested improvements – work is now underway on the full application, which should happen in the next few weeks. Tony will see if he can put relevant information on the website. John noted that the Durning Library may be able to assist with content for the historical boards. Marcus noted that the Cuming Museum has agreed to provide content for the proposal and will be involved with workshops with local people to help inform and generate content
• Marcus reported that Tony and Jo had worked up and submitted the TRA Tenants’ Fund application for 2010. Confirmation of receipt has been received from the Council

3. Treasurer’s Report:

• Cath has received reimbursement from the council for the park insurance for 2009. Cath now has the new contact details for the appropriate council representatives, so reimbursement should be faster this year
• The TRA currently has almost £6000 in the tenants’ fund, with just over £2,208 (incl VAT) committed to the refurbishment of the mosaic area in Lorrimore Gardens, Lorrimore Square

4. Any other business:

• Cath raised the fact that Art in the Park have not come back with a revised quote for the art project with the John Ruskin school to re-do the paintings on the electricity sub-station in Lorrimore Gardens. It was agreed that Cath would not chase Art in the Park again, but seek quotes from other sources
• Mosaic Refurbishment in Lorrimore Gardens, Lorrimore Square: John reported that work commenced this week (w/c 1st February, 2010) and presented an updated plan with minor changes to the design, which were approved by the group. Work will take a few weeks to complete
• Marcus proposed that the TRA purchase some bulbs to plan in the St Paul’s Churchyard. This was approved by the group with a budget up to £100
• Marcus proposed contacting the Community Payback scheme to request support in ground clearing at the back of the St Paul’s Churchyard
• Marcus to contact the council to request:
• a bin for the corner of the St Paul’s Churchyard
• a bin for the end of Lorrimore Road next to recycling bins where a significant amount of rubbish is dumped
• Cath to e-mail Caroline regarding the temporary tarmac which was put down on Carter Street, but has not been replaced by paving
• John has been attending West Walworth Housing Forum and offered to raise any questions on behalf of the Surrey Gardens TRA members

5. Next meeting – the next meeting will be held on Tuesday 2 March, 7.30 pm in St Paul’s, Lorrimore Square. This meeting will not be leafleted, but will be advertised on the TRA website and via e-mail

6. Thanks from the Vice-Chair and close

End of Year Drinks - December, 2009

End of Year Drinks 2009
Tuesday 15 December

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Marcus (Vice Chair), Cath (Treasurer), John, Jenny, Megan, Simon, Fr. Moore

Apologies: Jo, Andrew, Melissa

Many thanks to those of you who attended the End of Year Drinks at the Beehive Pub in December. It was great to raise a few glasses to the successes we've had as a TRA this year. Whilst not a formal meeting, a number of issues were decided upon:

1. Costs for the refurbishment of the mosaic area in Lorrimore Gardens, Lorrimore Sq, were agreed and set at £2,208 including VAT. John will secure examples of the contractor's work as well as of the granite setts to be used within the construction

2. Cath presented costs of £1,850 for the school art project. Tony agreed to go back to Art in the Park and ask for reduced costs

3. Next meeting - an exact date for the next meeting was not set, but it is likely to be held on the first Tuesday in February (the TRA does not meet in January). The meeting will be both advertised on the TRA website, and leafleted

4. Thanks from Chair and close

AGM Minutes - November 2009

Surrey Gardens AGM 2009
Minutes
Tuesday 10 November

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Sue (Vice Chair), Katy (Secretary), Cath (Treasurer), Marcus, Jean, Brian, Andrew, Jeanette, Simon, Sarah, Mark, Michael, Kate, Mary, Melissa, Grahame, Jo, Abbas, Chuks (Resident Involvement Officer, Southwark Council)

Apologies: Megan, Simon, Emily

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Approval of last year’s minutes:

• Marcus proposed the minutes of last year’s AGM be accepted, Sue seconded. The minutes were approved

3. Chair’s Report:

• Tony thanked everyone for attending and noted that it had been a busy year for the TRA. Despite some promising attendance at the start of the year, it was noted that getting local residents to come to meetings continues to be one of the biggest challenges faced by the TRA – and is likely to be the largest issue for the incoming committee
• Despite this, Tony noted that the TRA had many successes in 08 – 09, including securing £15,000 of funding from the Cleaner, Greener, Safer Team at Southwark to help improve the “Lorrimore cut-through”, had launched a new website for the TRA and had run successful, and well attended, end of year drinks and a summer picnic in Lorrimore Gardens
• Tony went on to personally thank the members of the current committee for their support over the past year, notably Katy (Secretary – standing down at this AGM) and Cath (Treasurer) for their work

4. Treasurers’ Report:

• Cath reported that money had been received this year from the Tenant’s Fund, interest on the account and c.£1,000 from “The Bill” for filming in the local area. The Council had also reimbursed the cost of the insurance payment for Lorrimore gardens, though the current payment was still outstanding. Cath noted that the issue of insurance payment and reimbursement continues to be an issue with the Council
• Expenditure consisted largely of refreshments for meetings. After auditing, the current account balance stands at approximately £4,000
• Katy proposed the accounts be accepted, Ada seconded. The accounts were approved
• Cath proposed we continue to use the same Auditor next year, Tony seconded. The Auditor was approved

5. Elections for 2009:

• The old officers stood down
• Sue nominated Tony for Chair, Ada seconded and it was approved
• Tony nominated Sue for Vice Chair, Mary seconded. Ada nominated Marcus for Vice Chair, Jean seconded. Sue retracted her nomination and Marcus was approved as Vice Chair
• Tony nominated Jo as Secretary, Marcus seconded and it was approved
• Tony nominated Cath as Treasurer, Marcus seconded and it was approved
• Members nominated and approved: Sue, Jeanette, Katy, Andrew, Jean, Brian, Ada, Mary, Michael, Mark, Sarah, Melissa
• Tony nominated Kate for Area Forum, Sue seconded and it was approved
• Tony nominated Abbas for Area Forum, Sue seconded and it was approved

6. Next meeting – End of Year Drinks. Location and date to be determined. This meeting will be leafleted and advertised on the TRA website. Drinks and snacks will be provided

7. Thanks from Chair and close

Minutes - October 2009

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
13 October 2009

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Cath (Treasurer), John, Jenny, Megan
Apologies: Marcus, Jo, Katy, Andrew

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s report:

• Tony confirmed that a meeting has been scheduled (on Friday 16th) with the Cleaner, Greener, Safer Team at Southwark Council, and their chosen contractor, in order to discuss possible plans to improve the cut through between Lorrimore Road and Lorrimore Square
• Tony confirmed that he has written to Southwark Council regarding the ongoing problem of young people climbing over the garages near Lorrimore Road. Southwark Council have acknowledged receipt of the complaint – now awaiting a further response

3. Treasurer’s report:

• Nothing to report for October

4. Any other business:

• Cath has contacted John Ruskin School regarding the plan to run an art project, re-doing the paintings that are currently on the electricity sub-station in Lorrimore Gardens. Cath is awaiting a reply with regards to costs
• John reported back on suggestions for the damaged mosaic area that currently sits within Lorrimore Gardens. John to cost up some suggestions for making improvements and report back to the TRA for authorisation
• Tony reminded everyone that the AGM is rapidly approaching and called for volunteers to stand for TRA committee positions. Please let Tony know if you have an interest in standing for a position. Tony reminded everyone of the importance of attending the AGM if you can – without a quorum (a minimum of 15 adults from the area), a new committee cannot be voted in and the TRA risks losing funding for next year

5. Next meeting – Annual General Meeting Tuesday 10 September 2009. This meeting will be leafleted, and will be advertised on the TRA website. Drinks and snacks to be provided

6. Thanks from Chair and close

Minutes - September 2009

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
22 September 2009

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Cath (Treasurer), John, Jenny, Melissa, Megan, Anne (Friends of Pasley Park)
Apologies: Marcus, Jo, Katy, Andrew

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s report:

• Tony confirmed that the TRA’s application for Cleaner, Greener, Safer funding has been successful – Southwark Council have awarded £15,000 to improve the Lorrimore Cut Through. Tony to fix a time with the Council to discuss the project
• Tony thanked everyone for the great turnout and involvement with the Summer Picnic. The event was a real success, attended in good numbers by both adults and children from the local area. Special thanks to Cath and the Adventure Playground for securing the bouncy castle at the last minute

3. Treasurer’s report:

• Cath has secured additional funding (£800) from The Bill for filming that took place in Lorrimore Rd on two separate occasions
• Cath to look into possibility of getting just one of the notice boards (most likely the one on Carter Street) replaced and will report back on costs at the next TRA meeting

4. Any other business:

• Anne from Friends of Pasley Park attended the meeting to discuss this new venture. A meeting will be held on Friday 16th October at 7.30 pm in Pasley Hall, Stopford Rd, off Manor Place. The purpose of the group will be to help protect the park and to make more of the space, for both adults and children. Open meetings will be held once or twice a year, with a newsletter available for a nominal subscription fee. Please attend the meeting if you can in order to offer your own ideas for the park
• Cath complained about children playing on the garages and wall that runs along the back of the houses on Lorrimore Square. Tony to e-mail the council to pass on the complaint
• Cath suggested the idea of an art project with John Ruskin school. Cath to approach the school in order to ascertain costs associated with supplying an artist to help the children re-paint the boards currently displayed on the electricity sub-station. Cath to report back on costs for approval by the TRA
• Tony reminded everyone that the AGM is rapidly approaching and called for volunteers to stand for TRA committee positions. Please let Tony know if you have an interest in standing for a position

5. Next meeting – Tuesday 13th October 2009. This meeting will not be leafleted, though it will be advertised on the TRA website

6. Thanks from Chair and close

Minutes - June 2009

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
9 June 2009

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Cath (Treasurer), Katy (Secretary), Marcus, John, Jo, Megan
Apologies: Andrew, Richard, Abbas, Jenny, Mary

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s report:

• Tony to attend CGS meeting at Manor Place to speak on behalf of the TRA to try and secure funding for our application
• There was a violent mugging in the cut-through between Lorrimore Sq/Rd at midnight the previous Friday. TRA members warned to be extra careful

3. Treasurer’s report:

• The insurance for the park has now been paid. Cath will look into getting the noticeboards updated
• Cath, having checked that the company has sufficient insurance, has booked a bouncy castle for the Summer Picnic on 14th July

4. Any other business:

• Flyers for the picnic were discussed – to be done by Katy. John would do the sign and Tony would do the food. John confirmed that Grahame has kindly agreed to loan tables for use during the picnic
• Historical boards were discussed. It was suggested that English heritage could help with suggested budget for this. Also of help could be: Friends of Kennington Park and the Museum of London. Katy agreed to investigate further

5. Next meeting – Summer Picnic, 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm, Tuesday 14th July 2009. The picnic will be leafleted and advertised on the TRA website

6. Thanks from Chair and close

Minutes - May 2009

Surrey Gardens TRA General Meeting
Minutes
12 May 2009

In attendance: Tony (Chair), Cath (Treasurer), Katy (Secretary), Marcus, John, Jenny, Melissa, Andrew, Paul

Apologies: Megan, Pete, Abbas

1. Chair opened meeting

2. Chair’s report:

• Tony has posted a few things on the blog including a notice on the flower sale being held at Walworth Garden Farm every weekend in May – Saturday and Sunday (around 10am – 3pm) and also a post on the Food Up Front project as presented by Mary at the previous meeting
• The CGS team were holding their Councillors meeting this evening and would soon be reporting back
• Fr. Grahame has e-mailed to say renovation work on the ball court within the grounds of the church is to begin on 1st June and will take 3 weeks to complete

2. Treasurer’s report:

• Cath reported that we had now been credited with our tenants fund. The balance on the TRA account now stands at over £5,000, some of which will have to be put aside to pay insurance for the year ahead

3. Possible projects to be funded:

• The meeting discussed ideas for using our fund. Suggestions made:
• Katy proposed a historical board somewhere in the area (perhaps Paisley Park if we get permission from the council) to explain the interesting history of the area. Katy said she would investigate costings
• John suggested renovating the centre mosaic circle in the park, replacing with hard wearing granite blocks. Marcus agreed to get three quotes to see how much this might cost
• Katy suggested an Art in My Area Competition for the neighbourhood children to win a prize. This could include any kind of art – drawings, paintings, poems, photographs etc – which reflect something about the Surrey Gardens area, either how the children themselves view and experience the place or its historical background. It was suggested the winners would have their entries displayed on the electricity sub-station in the square’s park, replacing the older artwork there. It was agreed that this should be done in collaboration with local schools for children aged 9-11 (Years 5 & 6). Marcus volunteered to contact the heads of four local schools (John Ruskin, St Paul’s, Keyworth and Crampton) to see if they would be willing to take part and to obtain suggestions as to what might make a suitable prize. Meeting agreed the competition would be run after the summer break – entries to be submitted by October 1st – and the children would win a certificate and small prize while the school would benefit from some kind of donation

4. Any other business:

• Michael Maloney is no longer our Resident Involvement Officer at Southwark council. He has been replaced by Chuks Amaechi
• The Summer Party – To be held on July 14th. Meeting agreed to get some kind of entertainment for the children. Cath volunteered to look into the possibility of hiring a bouncy castle. Katy will make the flyers and food will be finger food bought by M&S by Tony. We will also look into the possibility of having music on the day
• Meeting agreed for Treasurer to pay insurance for the park
• Paul raised the issue of a local resident who regularly throws bread outside for the pigeons. It was suggested that this could be an environmental health problem since the bread may attracts rats, and that possibly environmental health at the council might be able to help
  

5. Next meeting – general meeting to be held in St Paul’s Church, Lorrimore Square at 7.30pm on 9th June. This meeting will not be leafleted, but will be advertised on the TRA website – with e-mail and text reminders sent to those who have signed up for this

6. Thanks from The Chair and close