APCA minutes

Present:- Ruth Kerry, Sue Andrew ( in the Chair), Chris Holmes, Councillor Penny Gowland, Jo Mansfield, Helen Hetherington, Catherine Bailey.

Apologies Simom Middlecote, Caroline Stone, Joanne McDonald

MINUTES OF LAST MEETING
The minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on 7th November 2023 were noted.

MATTERS ARISING
It was reported that the no cycling signs for Black/ Back Alley were on the way to be provided by Via.
Councillor Penny Gowland was to raise with Rushcliffe consideration of bonfires being included in the proposed smoke free zone.

TREASURER’S REPORT
Ruth gave details of the income and expenditure. She reported that the bill for the public liability insurance had been paid.
It was AGREED that a £50 donation be made to Linjoy Wildlife Rescue for the support they have provided to the local wildlife. ACTION RUTH

PARK
It was reported that roses would be planted on the corner of Black Alley and Nearsby and Waltham.
Fifteen new trees had been planted on the field, some to replace ones which had died.
A suggestion was made about having a willow woven creation by the wooden steps on the field. Abbey Circus field was also suggested as a location. It was noted that Rushcliffe’s approval would be needed.
There was a discussion about the wildflower area on the field last year and whether it could be repeated this year. It was suggested that a smaller area be planted this year. Volunteers would be sought.
It was AGREED that
Sue would find out who did the willow weaving on West Bridgford Park
Sue would chase up Rushcliffe about the provision of the benches on the park.
Sue would approach Wendy to see if she would be willing to coordinate volunteers for the wildflower area.
Simon to report back on progress with the gym equipment.

ROADS AND PARKING
There was a discussion about the confusion over the signage for speed limits in the area with some parts being 20mph and some 30mph but the signage not being clear
It was AGREED that Councillor Penny Gowland would look into these issues and report back.

LITTER PICKING
The litter picking group had 8 people participating last time. The next session was on Sunday 3rd March.

COMMUNICATION
It was AGREED that information will be put on the notice board of the dates of the mobile library visiting, Councillors contact details and notes of the Community Association meetings. ACTION: SUE

POLLUTION MONITOR
There was a discussion about having a pollution monitor outside the schools,
It was AGREED that the Councillor Penny Gowland would look into the possibility of this being obtained.

ANY OTHER BUSINESS
It was reported that WEBCAN were making arrangements for a first aid course to take place and had invited the Community Association to take a place.

DATE OF THE ANNUAL MEETING
Tuesday 7th May 2024 at 7pm at the Community Association.