WESTGATE AND WESTBROOK Residents' Association minutes June 2015

 

 

MINUTES OF A GENERAL MEETING HELD AT THE TOWN HALL BUILDING MONDAY 8^th  JUNE 2015 AT 7.15PM.

 

 

PRESENT

Richard Charlton, (chair), twenty eight members, District Cllrs Ash Ashbee, Samantha Bambridge, Bertie Braidwood, and Carol Partington, Westgate-on-Sea Town Cllrs Ash Ashbee, Richard Charlton, Joanna Cornford, and Tom King  and KCC Community Warden Laura Bungard.

 

The chairman welcomed all to the meeting.

 

APOLOGIES

Apologies had been received from Abigail Carden, Rosalind Morton, Ron Rolfe, Derek and Christine Smith, and PCSO Sean Ritchie.

 

CHAIRMAN’S REPORT

No special items to report.

 

MINUTES OF LAST MEETING

The minutes of the last meeting, (11^th May 2015), which had been circulated, were amended then adopted on a prop by Don Eacott sec by Stephanie Sutton, and signed.

 

MATTERS ARISING

There were no matters arising.

 

COUNCILLORS’/PCSO/WARDEN REPORTS

The chairman asked councillors to introduce themselves and give any relevant reports or information.

Cllr Carol Partington: Improvements were being planned for the  waste/recycling collections, and poop scoop and street cleaning machines.

Cllr Bertie Braidwood: He is Vice-Chair of the licensing committee, and on the standards committee and looking forward to serving the community in Westgate.

Cllr Ash Ashbee (Westbrook):  [Read out for her due to losing voice] Surgeries will be set up to meet and talk to residents.  A large bin has been requested for Barnes Car Park, litter, and green algae on slipways will be given attention.

Laura Bungard KCC Community Warden, also giving information from PCSO Sean Ritchie:

1)      Sea Road speed checks.  434 checks were carried out  of which 12 were speeding, including one taxi driver.

2)      Youths at Westbrook last Friday.  An emergency dispersal order was obtained and thirty five youths dealt with.

3)      Other items  that have required attention:  One neighbourhood dispute, drugs in a field near the Ursuline College, fly tipping, waste/recycling problems, vulnerable adults, and break ins at Station Road and St Mildred's Road. 

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE

None received.

 

PLANNING

            None received

 

TREASURER'S REPORT  

Sam gave the report: The accounts for 2014-2015 are with the auditor, and will be ready for the  next general meeting.

There will be a revenue of £830 to come in for the coming year's advertising in the magazine.

The bank balance stands at £3,884, and signatories for the bank are being brought up to date.

 

EDITOR’S REPORT

Copy for the next issue is required by 20^th June.

New road stewards are urgently required.

 

MEMBERSHIP

No report.

 

PRESS REPORT

Richard told the meeting that at present the W&WRA still had no press officer.

 

SOCIAL

Jane Welch said that following approval at the next committee meeting events would be organised which would include some local events and trips and possibly some longer trips with Carol Peters coaches.  Other options could include two hour sessions with lessons at the local Golf and Bowls Clubs.  In winter movie evenings/afternoons maybe with a meal could be considered.

 

ANY OTHER BUSINESS

1)      Westgate Bay Avenue Crossing.  Cllr Bertie Braidwood offered to contact KCC Cllr Jeff Elenor regarding progress/problems with this.

2)      Westgate-on-Sea Town Council.  James Brazier asked if there  was a report from meetings.  Richard Charlton said as yet there was not much to report, as finances and administration are being sorted  out before actions  can be taken.  The dates of meetings will be displayed outside Fredericks, the next one being on the 6^th July.  Arrangements would have to be made for copies of planning applications to be supplied to the Town Council from the TDC.

3)      Thanet Local Plan.  The question was raised if any developments are taking place, the next step is to collate all the letters received into the most common responses before the plan is looked at again.

4)      Westgate Town Green.  Graham  Rickett is setting up a committee to run this, they now have a treasurer, and litterpicks will  be organised.  Being a town green people have a right to use it.

5)      Litter Bins.  Chris Wyer pointed out problems with cigarettes stubbed out in areas indicated on litter bins, but with the cigarette ends being blown about creating more litter.  The litter bin by the bridge had disappeared.  Warden Laura had phoned about this and hopefully it would be back soon.  Some dog bins had also vanished.  Cllr Ash Ashbee said there are new bins being produced with bag dispensers.

6)      Car Parking.  Members had observed parking on pavements and double yellow lines.  Warden Laura said that  parking on the double yellow lines is a TDC matter, whilst that on the pavements is a police matter.

7)      Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting.  To  be held at the Bake House on Sunday 28^th June from 10.00am.

8)      Neighbourhood Engagement Meeting (NEM).  Next meeting to be held at Birchington Village Centre on Wednesday 12^th August at 6.30pm.  

 

 

NEXT MEETING

 Monday 13^th July, at the Westbrook Bowls Club.

 

There being no other business the meeting concluded at 8.04pm.

Westgate and Westbrook Residents Association May 2015

WESTGATE AND WESTBROOK

RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION

 

MINUTES OF A SHORT GENERAL MEETING HELD AT THE TOWN HALL BUIILDINGS FOLLOWING THE AGM ON 11^th MAY 2015 AT 8.00 P.M.

 

MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING (13^th  April 2015)

These were circulated, and adopted on a prop. by Samantha Heald sec. Stephanie Sutton, and signed.

 

MATTERS ARISING

1)      Waste/Litter Bins on Sea Front.  Westgate was now adequately supplied with these, but it was pointed out that Westbrook was still short of bins.  It was also noted that the collections of paper for recycling from the bin in St Mildred,s Bay car park were not frequent enough resulting in the paper causing litter.  Cllr Ash Ashbee said she would give attention to this.

2)      TV Reception.  Residents who have been affected by the Superfast (4G) Broadband Masts may phone for help and information, the telephone number is available at the Bake House.

3)      Lids Missing from Litter Bins.  This would not help the situation regarding rats, and Cllr Ash Ashbee said she would inform the TDC.

4)      Libraries.  No further information had been received from KCC, enquiries would be made with KCC Cllr Jeff Elenor.

5)      Surveyors had been seen measuring land by Belmont  Road, it was thought likely that they were working  for the Quex Estate.

6)      Walmer Castle.  This pub had now closed and may be converted to flats, Chris Wyer of the CAAG is keeping his eye on it, and also the pub at Westbrook.

 

COUNCILLORS/PCSO/WARDEN REPORTS

KCC Warden Laura Bungard:

1)      The plot of  land referred to by Tom King was now thought to  belong  to TDC.

2)      Various  Reports.  Potholes 21 had been reported.  Parking Fines x 4.  Grafitti incidences x 3.

3)      Sherwood Court.  Disability ramps are to be placed where appropriate, and referrals to social services for visits made where necessary.

4)      Station Road Car Sales.  There had been cars parked at the end of the road for sale.  This is legal at the moment but TDC are looking into it.

5)      PCSO Sean Ritchie is to help where there are problems with youngsters smoking and using drugs and drink.

6)      KCC Warden's tel no is  07969 583922.

 

CORRESPONDENCE & PLANNING

1)      Westgate Parish Council will be informed of applications etc. and will bring this  report to meetings to seek the residents' views.

ANY OTHER BUSINESS

1)      Westgate Bay Avenue Crossing.  As the originally suggested site for this may  be changed there has been a delay as costs could be higher.  

2)      Canterbury Road Westbrook.  A member pointed out that part of this requires resurfacing.

3)      Alcoholics Anonymous.  There is to be an open meeting, all invited, on 28^th June at 10.00am at the Bake House so that local residents can see how they operate.

4)      Invitations to W&WRA meetings.  Sylvia Sykes asked that all local councillors be invited to attend and this will continue.

5)      Houses Protest.  Hannah Scott had seen people on the Quex Estates measuring out land and houses which was an aggressive gesture as the consultation period was still underway.  There is to be a protest at the Quex gates, details to be announced.  Cllr Ash Ashbee felt there was a need to remind Quex that they have an obligation to local people.  Don Eacott said if they  produced plans with housing too dense, and on agricultural land we would have a good case to argue.  Tom King said that local plans are necessary so that development is controlled, and Westgate needs to grow proportionately.  The local plan in Dover has been challenged, and Tim Ingleton is very aware of all the facts concerning the Westgate and Garlinge area.

 

DATE OF NEXT MEETING

Monday 8^th June 2015  7.00pm for 7.15 again at the TOWN HALL BUILDINGS as the Westbrook venue is unavailable.

 

There being no further business, Richard Charlton thanked all for attending and the meeting concluded at 8.33pm.

                                                                   AGM

 

WESTGATE AND WESTBROOK

RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION

 

MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD AT THE TOWN HALL BUILDINGS ON MONDAY 11^TH MAY 2015 AT 7.15P.M.

 

 

 

PRESENT

Tom King, chairman, forty two members, Cllr Ash Ashbee, and KCC Community Warden Laura Bungard.

The chairman welcomed all to the meeting.

 

APOLOGIES

Apologies had been received from PCSO Sean Ritchie.

 

MINUTES OF THE LAST AGM (12^th May 2014)

These as circulated were adopted on a prop. by Don Eacott, sec. by Derek Smith, and signed.

 

MATTERS ARISING

There were no matters arising.

 

CHAIRMAN’S ADDRESS

Chairman Tom King:

1)      Rat Infestation.  Residents from the Sea Road area had alerted local  councillors, and Tom king had spoken to chief executive Madeline Homer, and the  problem was now in hand. 

2)      Lymington Road.  Residents have had issues with parking, pavements, and potholes.  The piece of land in question belonged either to KCC or TDC.

3)      Campaign Against 1000 Houses.  This had been ongoing for  some time and involved Westgate and Garlinge, Hannah Scott had set up a facebook page.  There had been reports of surveyors on land owned by Quex Estates which was considered a premature and aggressive stand at this stage as the consultation period was only halfway through. 

4)      New Councillors.  Following the elections there are three new councillors for Westgate, Samantha Bainbridge,  Carol Partington, and Bert Braidwood.  Tom King thanked all for their support during his time as district councillor, and told the meeting that the new Westgate-on-Sea Parish Council will be meeting on Wednesday with Mr Richard Styles stewarding.  A notice board will be set up, and Tom hoped the Parish Council will be of real benefit to local people.  Tom said he would not be continuing as W&WRA Chairman as he may be chairman of the Westgate-on-Sea Parish Council.  Ron Rolfe, on behalf of the W&WRA proposed a vote of thanks to Tom King for all his work for the Association and the community over the years.  This was unanimously agreed and warmly applauded.

 

 

TREASURER’S REPORT

The report was given by Samantha Secomb.  The W&WRA is still solvent, and the books are almost balanced and the accounts should be available by the end of the month.

The bank balance as at 30^th April 2015 stands at £4,105.

 

EDITOR’S REPORT

Derek requested copy for the next magazine issue by 21^st June.

 

SUNSHINE REPORT

MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY’S REPORT  No Reports.

 

COUNCILLORS’ ADDRESS

Cllr Ash Ashbee one of the new councillors for the  Westbrook Ward said she will be setting up a surgery, and will shortly be allocated an official email address, and will do her best to support the area.

 

ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEE

The following nominees had been proposed and seconded, and were duly elected:--

 

Chairman                                         Richard Charlton

Vice-Chairman                                 NO NOMINATION

Secretary                                          Richard Charlton

Treasurer                                          Samantha Secomb

Minute Secretary                         Chris Whittingham

Editor                                             Derek Smith

Social Organiser                              Jane Welch

Membership Secretary                     Rosalind Morton           

Sunshine (Visitor) Friend                Mavis Vaughan

Press Officer                                    NO NOMINATION

Committee Members                       Abigail Carden

                                                         Pat Sawyer-Jones

                                                         Christina Taylor

                                                         Ray Taylor

ANY OTHER (AGM) BUSINESS  

There being no other business, the chairman closed the AGM at 7.50p.m.