Newsletter - June 23
• EGM – This was held outside this morning and was attended by 12 plot holders. The 2022 accounts and amended constitution were agreed.
• Water – appreciating the fact that summer brings with it greater
pressure on water supplies and increased usage, I would like to remind plot
holders of our responsibilities. Rule 6.1 states ‘Hoses or sprinklers
are not allowed except where to fill water butts.’ I’ve have
had a number of complaints where plot holders have seen others using hoses
to water their crops. In addition, rule 6.1 goes on to remind plot holders
to be mindful of others when filling their containers. I hope we can all
adhere to these two points.
• Queensbridge school – We have agreed with the school to offer
volunteering opportunities on site for 15 Year 8 pupils (13-14 years) from
July 19 -24th, 2023, 09.30 -14.30. Tasks are yet to be finalised but are
likely to including painting, clearing paths and other communal parts of
the site. If you have any further suggestions of activities that could be
considered please let me know.
• Pavement slabs – Last week I negotiated with the contractor
working on Yateley Road to drop 46 used slabs on site adjacent to the lower
locker sheds. These are a resource for those that can use them, as opposed
to storing them on their plot. I would like to suggest a minimum donation
of £1 per slab up to a maximum of six slabs per plot holder, dependent
on demand. The money raised will be for the Association account. Let me
know of your requirements by 15/7/23. Be warned these are very heavy to
manoeuvre.
• Calthorpe Estates – One of Directors paid us a site visit
three weeks ago. He commented on the poor maintenance of the perimeter fencing
on Harborne and Yateley Road. I raised a couple of further issues about
tree management and the general maintenance of Chad Brook. Calthorpe will
be contacting Birmingham City Council about some of these points so we’ll
await the outcome.
• Office and shop – The roof between the two sections that had
been leaking has now been replaced.