Camposol Residents Association Meeting Minutes

Meeting Date 08^th May   2013

Meeting Location Meeting Room Golf Club

Officers Present

Chairman Bob Owen

Vice Chairman Les Crook

Secretary Andy Coombs

Admin Jackie Drewe

District Mayor of Saladillo Jose Navarro

Committee  Present Val Clough / Peter Pitt

Apologies For Absence Ernie Prior, Maite Gomez John Dawes, Sandy Allison, Bridget Stuart

Chairman BO opened the meeting at 15.00 hrs

Minutes of the previous meeting

BO Asked for acceptance of the minutes of the meeting 03.04.13  Proposed BO Seconded PP

Matters arising from the previous meeting minutes

Embargo Update  BO and LC Reported that they have attended a  meeting that was set up with Masa , affected owners and Viva House, to discuss current issues and progress. It is hoped that a full account of this meeting will be posted on the D sector website by Steve Blacker. BO stated clearly again the important point to get across to the CRA members is that they MUST INSTIGATE THEIR OWN LEGAL ACTION, the CRA can only guide by sourcing information. Many people are still sitting back doing nothing.

ACTION REQUIRED Ongoing situation

Chairman’s Report

BO Reported that he had , dealt with only 470 emails. The Chairman also stated that some questions posed in these emails were items discussed at length within the website forum, and that he felt that in some cases members were not using the forum to their own full advantage.

Treasurers Report

SA Was unable to attend this meeting, however she had as normal produced a financial sheet that was handed to AC, this was read and discussed with the Committee . The accounts show,

Bank Accounts (Fighting Fund) €16,616.58 (Gen Fund) €2247.68  Total €18,864.26 + Cash in hand €27.58

LC asked regarding donations versus the cost of the Nota Simple purchase.

The CRA Fighting Fund has been used for the purchase of Nota Simples.  Donations towards those Nota Simple costs are on-going to re-coup the amount back into the Fighting Fund, these particular donations are going a large way to that end.  It was also explained that the Voluntary Contribution Scheme and members donations are accounted for separately.

Admin & Website Report

JD Stated that the Membership across all sectors is continually rising.

JD went on to report that the website and forum was running well.

A brochure had been produced by JD now in master form, for distribution at this years Fiesta on Sat 15^th June, it was successful with sponsorship adverts to cover the cost of the initial print run. The sponsorship adverts had been pledged by some of the regular sponsors of the CRA website.

Fundraising Sub Committee Report

This was jointly presented by VC & JD , VC stated again that she was pleased with the tremendous help and flexibility given by the Management of “The Club House” 2 events had now been organised, 1) The Gardeners Garden Party 29th May and a Barn Dance & BBQ on the 28th of June, further details will now  be advertised and sent to the local radio for announcement.  Notices will soon be displayed in the CRA notice board in the Foyer of Consum.

It was again generally discussed that the CRA must continue to emphasise that although it consists of volunteers who give up many hours of their time freely, the CRA cannot exist and further its aims for a better Camposol without money. Members donations and fundraising were the only revenue sources available other than the bonus ball sale, so all avenues and ideas must be continually explored and publicised.

ACTION REQUIRED Ongoing.

Political Sub Committee Report (PSC)

PP Gave a concise report of the last meeting of the PSC that was held on 24^th April, He reported that he had a meeting with Luis Canovas who had pledged his support in the formation of a political party with his services free of charge. Firstly the proposed party needed a written constitution and this had been obtained by JN and was currently being translated, this would be complete by the next meeting (ACTION JN) A discussion was had regarding the name of the proposed party, PP stated that although he had had a successful meeting with the Mazarron Country Club, they at the last minute had decided that they did not want the name or any derivative of the name (MCC) included in the party name. The committee were bemused regarding why, however after in depth discussion regarding effectiveness and impact it was accepted by the committee that the proposed name that PP will take back to the sub committee will be , THE CAMPOSOL & DISTRICT INDEPENDENT PARTY

PP went on to highlight at length the way he and the PSC felt there was currently no mechanism for anyone to follow with regards to things like gaining the official permissions to use the cultural centre as a polling station, being able to use the facilities of the cultural centre for members to sign the padron, and get themselves on the voting roll etc etc. JN reported that at the current time he was finding it difficult in being able to get time with the Mayor of Mazarron Gines Campillo, however a meeting had been set up for 17^th May and hopefully JN would be able to report back with some news. It was understood that the CRA had always been told that full facilities such as this would be available to be done at the cultural centre.

Action JN

Saladillo District Mayor Report

JN reported on various issues

The B3 compound demolition situation was still on going.

He had been trying again to contact with the CHS over the rambla issue on D and was still awaiting a reply, JN stated that he was still extremely disappointed with the level of response.

The streetlight situation still remained unchanged and he had not heard back from Gines Campillo (Mayor of Mazarron)  since he promised to look into it on 20^th February This will be raised at the metting on 17^th May

ACTION REQUIRED All ongoing JN

A.O.B

Press Officer Vacancy

There is still a vacancy within the CRA for a Press officer,. this role involves compiling and putting into media reporting form, information on the current affairs of Camposol and the CRA activities for the various media publications. Also updating the notice board in Consum.

A general plea is put out here for any willing volunteer to take this position and assist the CRA to obtain this important media presence. If anyone would like further information without commitment, please email info@cracamposol.com or ask in the cabin.

Liaison Officer

The Cra also has been needing a Liaison Officer, for the distribution of information between various groups. EP had put himself forward for this.  Proposed LC and seconded PP

Disabled Parking Spaces

These are now in place in the Commercial centre on sector B

Next CPM

Citizens Participation Meeting with Cllr D Fernandez will take place in the Cultural centre at 5pm on May 13^th All are invited to attend.

There being no further business  BO closed the meeting at 17.45 The next meeting being Wednesday 5^th June  2013 at The Club House. At the Revised time of 3pm

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Camposol Residents Association Meeting Minutes

Meeting Date 03^rd April  2013

Meeting Location Meeting Room Golf Club

Officers Present

Chairman Bob Owen

Secretary Andy Coombs

Treasurer Sandy Allison

Admin Jackie Drewe

District Mayor of Saladillo Jose Navarro

Committee  Present Bridget Stuart / Val Clough

Apologies For Absence Les Crook, Peter Pitt , Ernie Prior, Maite Gomez John Dawes

Chairman BO opened the meeting at 16.00 hrs

Minutes of the previous meeting

BO Asked for acceptance of the minutes of the meeting 06.03.13  Proposed SA Seconded BS

Matters arising from the previous meeting minutes

Embargo Update  BO and JN Reported that they have a meeting with the Councils Lawyer on 04/04/13 To discuss current issues and progress. BO stated clearly again the important point to get across to the members is that they MUST INSTIGATE THEIR OWN ACTION, the CRA can only guide by sourcing information.

ACTION REQUIRED Ongoing situation

Notice Board. BO Reported that EP had altered the board as discussed. No further Action

Member Complaint. BO stated that he had had rectified minor inaccuracies in a report put together by the CRA and published in the Journal, and a re submission would be soon published. No further Action

End of matters arising.

Chairman’s Report

BO Reported that as he had been on holiday he had very little to report, other than during the last period he has dealt with 459 emails. The number that the Vice Chairman LC had dealt with in his absence  was unavailable but assumed circa 400

Treasurers Report

SA presented the first quarter accounts spreadsheet to the CLC  a few days earlier, nobody had any comment or question. SA then presented the meeting with a condensed version, accurate as of 03.04.13

Bank Accounts (Fighting Fund) €16889.45 (Gen Fund) €2328.56  Total €19213.01 + Cash in hand €301.54

There were further issues discussed regarding finances but these are detailed in the fundraising report

Admin & Website Report

JD Stated that the Membership across all sectors now stood at 2929

JD went on to report on a lot of changes behind the scenes with regard to advertisers and the packages, some of the businesses who just wanted to stay in the discount area, had not replied to some questions that JD had asked them, she was to re contact.

A brochure had been produced by JD in draft form, for distribution at this years Fiesta on Sat 15^th June, it was agreed to remove the 3 small pictures and replace these with sponsorship adverts to cover the cost of the initial print run

Fundraising Sub Committee Report

This was jointly presented by VC & JD , there had been  vast amounts of work done in the last period and BO raised a vote of thanks for this. VC stated that with the tremendous help and flexibility given by the Management of “The Club House” 2 events had now been organised, 1) The Gardeners Garden Party towards the end of May  and a Barn Dance & BBQ at the end of June, further details will be published very soon.

A fact sheet had been produced by JD for raising awareness of the ability for members to make contributions to the CRA funds. There were now many methods available, ie Pay Pal / Bank Transfer etc as well as cash, and that it would be of great benefit to any members you have requested being able to make regular donations , ie monthly or quarterly without the need to visit the cabin each time. This notice will soon be displayed in the CRA notice board in the Foyer of Consum.

It was generally discussed that the CRA must continue to emphasise that although it consists of volunteers who give up many hours of their time freely, the CRA cannot exist and further its aims for a better Camposol without money. Members donations and fundraising were the only revenue sources available other than the bonus ball sale, so all avenues and ideas must be continually explored and publicised.

ACTION REQUIRED Ongoing.

Political Sub Committee Report

None available

Saladillo District Mayor Report

JN reported on various issues

The B3 compound demolition situation was still on going, and the Council  were giving support

He had been in further  contact with the CHS over the rambla issue on D and was still awaiting a reply, JN stated that he was disappointed with the level of response.

He has been advised that the Council road sweeper will be seen a lot more this summer working In Camposol.

JN reported that a  habitation certificate is the last thing to be issued and may be available from September 2015.  The approval of the Plan General by the Council is just the first step towards this achievement.

The streetlight situation still remained unchanged and he had not heard back from Gines Campillo (Mayor of Mazarron)  since he promised to look into it on 20^th February

The situation with Aqualia was still ongoing and complications had arisen between Aqualia and the Council. JN had been asked to present some historical invoices from owners, this has been achieved for Sector D, but JN is still trying to obtain copies from owners on Sector B and Sector C.  When obtained he will pass them to the Council.

Water / drain problems on C16, this is still ongoing despite various meetings, reports and photographs being taken.

The temporary access road through the fruit farm still remains in discussion with regards to its legal status of being a public road, JN has been advised by the Mayor (Gines Campillo) that he would in the near future present him with documentation in furtherance of this topic

ACTION REQUIRED All ongoing JN

A.O.B

Press Officer Vacancy

There is still a vacancy within the CRA for a Press officer, nobody has come forward to volunteer for this. this role involves compiling and putting into media reporting form, information on the current affairs of Camposol and the CRA activities for the various media publications. Also updating the notice board in Consum.

A general plea is put out here for any willing volunteer to take this position and assist the CRA to obtain this important media presence. If anyone would like further information without commitment, please email info@cracamposol.com or ask in the cabin.

The Cra has been asked to identify missing and damaged waste bins for replacement BO has agreed to get this underway immediately

ACTION REQUIRED Ongoing BO

VC Stated concern over the cleanliness of the B commercial centre especially the walkway down from Consum to the units on the lower level. This item has been discussed many times before with little or no result. The various volunteer / clean up groups have decided to no longer undertake this. JN said he would now discuss this matter with Councillor David Fernandez who is the Councillor for the Environment and Commerce

ACTION REQUIRED JN to arrange this discussion

BO Stated and confirmed the procedure for reporting water leaks and problems with supply. During working hours all complaints must be directed to Tatiana in the Cultural centre, Out of hours notifications are then to the CRA duty phone.

SA As a final item, said that she was now in the process of selecting and purchasing a Memorial Bench to be sited outside the CRA cabin, in Memory of past Committee Member Joyce Stewart.

There being no further business  BO closed the meeting at 18.30. The next meeting being Wednesday 8^th May  2013 at The Club House.

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Camposol Residents Association Meeting Minutes

Meeting Date 6^th March  2013

Meeting Location Meeting Room Golf Club

Officers Present

Vice Chairman Les Crook

Secretary Andy Coombs

Treasurer Sandy Allison

Admin Jackie Drewe

District Mayor of Saladillo Jose Navarro

Press Secretary / PSC Chair Dr Peter Pitt

Committee  Present Bridget Stuart / Val Clough / Maite Gomez / Ernie Prior

Apologies For Absence Bob Owen, John Dawes

The Vice Chairman LC opened the meeting at 16.00 hrs

Minutes of the previous meeting

LC Asked for acceptance of the minutes of the meeting 06.02.13  Proposed SA Seconded EP

Matters arising from the previous meeting minutes

Embargo Update

LC and JN reported that the situation was of course still on going, many affected people taking various routes of action  with regards to legal representation  and or dealing direct with M.A.S.A . It was briefly discussed about the mix up on Masa’s behalf with regards to the opening of their office last week. JN reported that the office will be open on Thursdays 16.00 to 18.00 for the sole purpose of people taking documents in. JN also stated that he had the clarification that the €600 fee was only payable at the Notary on any signing of the escritura, it was not paid into the office here. LC stated that it must be made clear to all the effected property owners, that the CRA cannot undertake this action for anyone, each property owner affected must decide and act on their own course of action, the CRA cannot endorse any particular route. This statement was unanimously accepted by the committee members.

The cabin had run out of Nota Simples for D32, JN to organise some more. Thanks were given to MG who had undertaken the task of numbering the individual Nota Simples for D27

ACTION REQUIRED Ongoing situation

End of matters arising.

Chairman’s Report

LC spoke on behalf of the Chairman who was currently on holiday. He and the Chairman had been in contact throughout this period and emails dealt with totalled 727 + 5 further that LC had handled in BO absence.

Treasurers Report

SA presented the accounts spreadsheet to the meeting, a condensed version, accurate as of 05.03.13 is:

Bank Accounts (Fighting Fund) €16517.45 (Gen Fund) €2328.56  Total €18846.01 + Cash in hand €96.29

Within these amounts,  SA stated that amounts received were (Donations) €1641.88 and from the (Nota Simples) €780 These amounts received in various forms and via PayPal.

LC commented that these figures present a current  overall shortfall of circa €1000 for the Nota Simples, when looking at the CRA initial outlay against currently what revenue had actually been received.

Admin & Website Report

JD stated that there was still some updating to do with regards to updating the “About  Us” page this would follow soon as she had literally run out of time with other items. JD reported that she had made some amendments to the advertising section and had introduced 3 new advertisers in the last week, this is excellent for CRA funds as a form of income, and also of benefit to the CRA members as one of the new suppliers was for water filters had also opted to join the Members Discount section and offered 10% off.

JD went on to report on a lot of changes behind the scenes with regard to advertisers and the packages available, this had led to some changes in the Members Discount area.

JD stated that she had been doing lots of analysis work on the membership database, as in recent weeks it had been questioned regarding the actual representation the CRA had.  After this work she could state that membership currently stood at  2916 members, covering 1786 individual properties JD also commented that she now has email addresses for 60% of those properties. Despite the complexity of couples sharing an email address, the coverage calculation was considered pleasing.  This was very encouraging when looking at how effective the regular information / e-newsletters are.  In the near future these will change format slightly and give even better value for money to the businesses that support the CRA by advertising.

JD reported that it would be a great help if the Notice Board in Consum could be modified as currently it was a 2 person job to put new material in. She also asked for assistance in updating the CRA notice boards at Consum and the Cabin.

ACTION REQUIRED Ernie Prior has agreed to attend to altering the hinges on both notice boards.  It was also suggested that updating the notice boards could be attended to by the new ‘Press Officer’

Fundraising Sub Committee Report

This was jointly presented by VC & JD , there had been an initial meeting and it was looked at as a very effective brainstorming session. There had been lots of discussions regarding fundraising events, setting up schemes for small but regular donations, selling of merchandise etc.

ACTION REQUIRED Ongoing and areas still being explored

Political Sub Committee Report

PP Gave a detailed report on a chain of events regarding a long dialogue with one of the M.E.P’s

Emma Mc Ckarkin and / or one of her admin assistants. PP stated how disappointed he was with all forms of response from this office. To quantify the M.E.P  stated that they would support our cause, however very disappointingly only by writing a letter of support. PP asked if the M.E.P could visit Camposol to see the problems faced and the reply was “no sorry its not in my schedule” PP asked if it could be placed in the schedule for the future and the reply was simply “No”. A further dialogue was then instigated asking if we could apply for one of the many grants available, to enable a small delegation of the CRA to visit the M.E.P, again the answer was simply “No”  PP explained that he was bitterly disappointed in the manner of the responses and he had now closed communication. PP stated that a date had been set of 21^st March for the next meeting of the political sub committee, he asked that between now and then if he could have some suggestions for the name of the new political party when it is formed, he had a personal view is that it should almost definitely contain the word “Camposol”  PP and JN also stated that gaining the permission that the Cultural Centre will be allowed to be used as a polling station was still ongoing.

ACTION REQUIRED Ongoing PP & JN

Saladillo District Mayor Report

JN reported on various issues

The B3 compound demolition situation was still on going.

He had been in contact with the CHS over the rambla issue on D and was still awaiting a reply

He has been advised that hopefully further green waste bins should be with us soon

The streetlight situation still remained unchanged and he had not heard back from Gines Campillo since he promised to look into it on 20^th February

The situation with Aqualia was still ongoing and he was still of the belief that billing would start again very soon.

ACTION REQUIRED All ongoing

A.O.B

LC stated that he had had a complaint from a resident, regarding inaccuracies in a report put together by the CRA and published in the Journal. This complaint was with regard to the omission of the words ‘28 properties on RE(3)’, as being referred to only as RE(3). LC had dealt with this complaint, and the result will be a correction of facts in a future publication.

ACTION REQUIRED LC & BO

AOB:

LC discussed lots of ongoing difficulties with the CRA being not permitted to block book the Cultural centre for its regular meetings, however the owner of the “Club House” was more than happy to allow the CRA to use the private meeting room on a regular monthly basis free of charge. It was agreed by the committee members present that it was more than suitable and the CRA would willingly accept this generous offer.

MG Stated that she was firmly of belief that the Mayor of Mazarron Gines Campillo should be seen to be getting more involved with Camposol and more involved with the CRA.

EP Asked it to be noted that work was still continuing with the bridge repair and he felt that the work was being carried out to a very satisfactory standard.

Press Officer Vacancy

There is now a vacancy within the CRA for a Press officer, this role involves compiling and putting into media reporting form, information on the current affairs of Camposol and the CRA activities for the various media publications. Also updating the notice board in Consum.

A general plea is put out here for any willing volunteer to take this position and assist the CRA to obtain this important media presence. If anyone would like further information without commitment, please email info@cracamposol.com or ask in the cabin.

There being no further business  LC closed the meeting at 18.50. The next meeting being Wednesday 3^rd April 2013 at The Club House.

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Camposol Residents Association 90th Meeting Minutes

Meeting Date 6^th February 2013        Meeting Location Cultural Centre

Officers Present

Chairman Bob Owen

Vice Chairman Les Crook

Secretary Andy Coombs

Treasurer Sandy Allison

Admin Jackie Drewe

District Mayor of Saladillo Jose Navarro

Press Secretary / PSC Chair Dr Peter Pitt

Committee Members Present

Bridget Stuart

Val Clough

Maite Gomez

Sub Committee Members Present

Maureen Gritt

Geoff Burchette

Roger Gibbs

Steve Blacker

Sue Lowman

Bob Mooney

Apologies For Absence

Rod Sawyer

Ernie Prior

David Capper

Tom Finnegan

John Daws

Due to the extraordinary long agenda the meeting was being divided into 2 parts.

Part 1

The Chairman opened the meeting at 16.00 hrs and suggested everyone introduced themselves for the benefit of some new committee members and officers.

New District Mayor

The Chairman officially announced the appointment of Jose Navarro, of the CRA Committee to become the District Mayor of Saladillo, It was to be noted, recognised and appreciated of the massive benefits to the CRA, and Camposol in general of this appointment.

Meeting With The Mayor of Mazarron

The Chairman reported that he along with Peter Pitt,  Maite & Eloy Gomez had attended a meeting that was requested from the current Mayor of Mazarron, with a view to “collaboration” with his party  from the CRA and its own proposed political party, this item was then discussed at length with regards to the Mayors motives for this “collaboration” , any benefits to the CRA and Camposol and any implications towards the proposed CRA political party.

P/P stated that it was his view that the Mayor only wanted us to collaborate because he could see that the CRA were in fact a serious threat if they became a political party in their own right. This statement was backed and further commented on by G/B who stated that he believed that whatever, the CRA political sub committee should still strive forward in its objectives to explore the viability of forming its own political party.  L/C stated that it would ultimately be up to the members of the CRA and the whole of Camposol to decide on what course of action would be taken in the future, however we are to explore the situation of “Collaboration” for now, giving the Mayor a chance to prove any of his and his party’s intentions. This would be of more benefit now to Camposol and its ultimate completion.

It was generally agreed by all, that the CRA should aim to offer the Mayor “Co Operation” rather than “Collaboration” and at the current time to keep all avenues open, and to continue with the research into still forming their own political party. The Chairman put the above statement forward as a proposal and it was carried unanimously.  The aims and objectives of the political sub committee were to be further discussed in part 2 of the meeting. The Chairman / Vice Chairman / Jose Navarro / Peter Pitt and Maite Gomez are to meet the Mayor of Mazarron again to discuss this.

Embargo Update

J/N and J/D started to explain the depths and complexity of the Embargo situation, with new developments every day. It was outlined that it must be understood by all property owners that the CRA can do as much research and discussing as they can, including talking to lawyers and lawyers within the Council, however it would ultimately be up to the individual to decide on what form of action to take, the CRA could not do all of this on their behalf. J/N stated that he had had an initial discussion with the Councils Lawyer Snr Tomas Matallanos discussing the proposals put forward by Masa’s lawyer  Snr Daniel Segarra, although this was a new appointment by the Council and he had not yet fully settled into his post (within Mazarron Council) he is there for the sole purpose of dealing with Camposol. He was not fully convinced that Masa’s intentions were accurate but would know more soon. J/N also stated that he has a preliminary meeting with another legal firm in Murcia next week to gauge further opinion with regards to ways forward.

J/N reported that it must be clearly understood that there are currently 2 types of embargos and they effect different poligonos in different ways, it’s very complex but the 2 embargo types are 1) Administrative (ie  Government Tax Agency etc)  and 2) Individual (i.e. Private individuals or businesses)

Section D27 only has Administrative embargos, hence the process may be simpler to follow, the general opinion was that owners of D27 should follow the planned direction by Masa, the efficiency and speed of this would then be known. Hopefully the same direction will be used by the owners on D23 & D32 although it is known that properties here have BOTH types of embargoes on so the process may be different. The situation is slightly different on RE3 and they are recommended to contact their lawyers. It was then generally understood that although the situation is very complex and the extensive efforts by the CRA would continue to be applied and information sought, however property owners must ultimately instigate procedures themselves. This matter was then closed and to be minuted as ongoing.

A.O.B There was no A.O.B bought up in this section.

Part 1 of the meeting was then closed by the Chairman at 17.30

Part 2

Sub committee members were then told they could leave and did not need to attend Part 2

The Chairman opened the meeting at 17.30

The Chairman asked for acceptance of the previous meeting minutes Proposed P/P Seconded J/N

Chairman’s Report ( B. Owen)

The Chairman reported that as usual his desk was very busy, with an obvious extra demand because of the Embargo situation. He stated that in December he had dealt with 773 emails and in January 986 emails, also many telephone calls. The Chairman passed a personal vote of thanks to Jackie Drewe for her unquestionable level of admin support behind the scenes. The Chairman was delighted with the official appointment of Jose Navarro as District Mayor of Saladillo, not only as a huge benefit to the CRA and its workload but also as a fantastic asset for All of Camposol. This was the end of the Chairman’s report of which then P/P requested that it was noted and minuted as a true reflection of the immense workload that goes on behind the scenes, between, and in addition to CRA monthly meetings.

Treasurers Report ( S. Allison)

The Treasurer reported that Finances currently stood at €18295.07 ( Gen Fund 1159.62 + Fighting Fund 17135.45)  She also had Cash at hand of €563.68 of which a large proportion was from the Nota simples and would be immediately banked. A breakdown was given of some recent donations and forthcoming accruals such as paying the money for the Nota Simples obtained. A general realisation was then discussed regarding the finances of the CRA. It was clearly noted by the Committee and suggested that  the Members realise that as things eventually materialise and progress, the other side to this is that finances will diminish and that alternative fundraising needs to be done, this is further minuted as a separate item.

Admin Report ( J Drewe)

Regarding Embargos, 250 members have registered interest; Admin (J Drewe) has kept them updated.

Luis Canovas ( Lawyer) informed the CRA that he is unable to contact members directly, he will be sending through an advice document that we will email to members together with the advice that they should contact their own solicitor or Luis.   J Drewe emailed RE3 owners yesterday as in a different situation to others and no reason to wait for the proposal, unfortunately one member misunderstood and felt that we were abandoning them.

Since mid December 2012 Admin (J Drewe) has replied to 673 email enquiries regarding embargoes and new membership applications.

The CRA Membership numbers now total 2883 -

A-371 / B-498 / C-572 / D-1422 / Un classified -20  There has also been a significant and welcomed increase in forum membership with 78 new members registering since 1st January.

Website – Update

New Committee Members / Officers & changes in specific roles.

Jose Navarro will now be known as the District  Mayor of Saladillo

Andy Coombs has been appointed the new Secretary of the CRA

Val Clough has been appointed as a new committee member

Now a brief description about each committee members role , will  be published on the CRA website.

Political Sub Committee Objectives

In furtherance to the political discussion in part 1 of the meeting, Dr Peter Pitt (Chairman of the Political Sub Committee) stated that along with his fellow sub-committee members their objective was still to research the full potential of the forming of our own political party. Much research is going on behind the scenes and that he had learned that advice is needed by Constitutional Lawyers, he has researched that such facilities are available through the University of Murcia. P/P and his members were to continue this research on viability / legality and cost implications and this was positively commented on by G/B. It was voted unanimously that all this sub committee’s work continues regardless of any agreed “collaboration or co operation” with the Current Mayor and his political party.

Website Upgrade

Jackie Drewe reported that the website upgrade had been done and the results from a website admin position had greatly improved.

Expenses & Fundraising

The Chairman explained that it was to be generally accepted that the expenses incurred by J/N in his position as District Mayor of Saladillo when acting on behalf of the CRA, should be met from CRA funds. On this note and the situation regarding fund raising to boost funds that will diminish as things progress, it was agreed that the possibility of a fund raising sub committee formation was a good idea. The Chairman was to contact Val & Bob Taylor as the CRA’s only current fund raisers

Masa 10 year guarantees

The Chairman reported and showed the committee that he had actually been given a copy of a 10 year Masa guarantee. Albeit it was understood that its usefulness was questionable ? The question is to be put to Daniel Segarra ( Masa’s lawyer) as to why all houses cannot be issued with one.

A.O.B

P/P Raised the question of the demise of some no entry signs around the B sector Commercial area

S/A Raised the question of the removal of the taxi space markings and the possibility of these being allocated as disabled spaces. Both these issues to be taken up by Jose Navarro as soon as time permits as it is to be understood in his early days in his new position his workload will be excessive.

There being no further business, the Chairman thanked everybody for attending what was an unusually long meeting and closed the meeting at 18.45

The next meeting to be held at the Cultural Centre 4pm Wednesday 6^th March

Actas de la 88ª reunión del comité directivo de la Asociación de Residentes en Camposol, tenida el lunes 29 de octubre de 2012

Presentes

Bob Owen, Presidente

Les Crook, Vicepresidente

José Navarro, Secretario

Sandy Allison, Tesorera

Jackie Drewe       , Secretaria de membresía y página web

Barrie Eveleigh, Secretario de prensa

Peter Pitt

Ernie Prior

Ausentes

JohnDaws

Bridget Stuart

La reunión comenzó a las 16:01.
Apertura del Presidente.

BO propuso que las actas de la reunión anterior fueran aprobadas como reflejo fiel de la misma. Aceptado unánimemente.

BO ha atendido 1130 correos electrónicos dirigidos a la presidencia durante el mes de octubre:

6 del Ayuntamiento.

82 de miembros.

11 de no miembros.

2 del abogado.

25 de otros grupos.

1004 del comité directivo.

Informe del Secretario

JN informó al comité acerca del análisis estadístico que ha llevado a cabo con la base de datos de los miembros.

JN también informó de un análisis estudiando el comportamiento de voto comparando españoles y extranjeros. De este análisis resulta evidente la importancia de que el Centro cultural pueda ser utilizado como colegio electoral.

JN presentará estos análisis en la reunión general anual.

JN manifestó que  intentaría hablar con los trabajadores para saber si finalmente habrá tuberías bajo la camino que vadeará la rambla o no.

Informe de la Tesorera

SA informó que los fondos de la CRA son:

Cuenta para gastos legales:   16653.45€

Cuenta para gastos generales: 1552.85€

Dinero en efectivo: 81.84€

Membresía

Hay actualmente 2713 miembros de la CRA, de los cuales:

358 en el sector A

493  en el sector B

550  en el sector C

1291 en el sector D

21 no especificados/honoríficos

Reunión General Anual

BO ha redactado un aviso acerca de la Reunión General Anual. Este aviso será publicado en distintos medios de comunicación como la página web, el tablón de anuncios, la caseta, y otros periódicos y páginas web. Todos los miembros de la CRA están invitados. Por razones prácticas, la reunión será mantenida en idioma inglés.

Centro Cultural

BO declaró que parece ser, de acuerdo con sus conversaciones con Tatiana Andrés, que la sugerencia de JN sobre la aplicación de precios públicos para el uso lucrativo del Centro Cultural ha sido aceptada.

Sin embargo, se acordó que la CRA no se verá inmiscuida en la recolección de dichos pagos.

Por lo tanto, si el Ayuntamiento le pide a la CRA que se encargue de ello, abandonaremos la gestión del Centro Cultural.

BO señaló que en otros lugares es el alcalde pedáneo (en nuestro caso Raquel Ensor) el que se ocupa de gestionar los locales municipales.

Carta a Grupo Paloma

JN declaró que ha escrito una carta a Grupo Paloma solicitando la apertura del camino D11-RM315. La mandó por correo electrónico el 20 de octubre y por correo certificado el 22. De momento no hemos obtenido respuesta alguna.

Se concedió a Grupo Paloma dos semanas más antes de considerar otras aciones.

Ruegos y preguntas

BO señaló la necesidad de que alguien se ocupe de actualizar el tablón de anuncios de la CRA en el supermercado Consum. BE se ofreció voluntario para hacerlo por el momento.

Sin más asuntos, la reunión concluyó a las 17:19.

Fecha de la próxima reunión del comité directivo: 1ª semana de diciembre de 2012.

Minutes of 88^th meeting of the Central Liaison Committee held on Monday 29^th October  2012

Present

Bob Owen          Chairman

Les Crook          Vice Chairman

José Navarro     Secretary

Sandy Allison      Treasurer

Jackie Drewe     Website & Membership Secretary

Barrie Eveleigh    Press Secretary

Peter Pitt

Ernie Prior

Apologies

John Dawes

Bridget Stuart

The meeting started at 4.01 pm.
Chairman’s Opening Remarks

BO asked that the minutes of the last meeting be accepted as a true record. Unanimously accepted.

BO had handled 1130 e-mails in the month of September:

6 from the Council.

82 from members.

11 from non members.

2 from solicitor.

25 from other groups and advertisers

1004 directly relating to CRA matters.

Secretary’s Report

JN reported on  the statistical analysis he has carried out using the membership database.

JN has also prepared an analysis showing voting patterns when comparing foreign and Spanish voters. It was agreed that these results highlight the importance of the Cultural Centre to be used as a Polling Station in future elections.

JN will present these analyses to the membership at the forthcoming AGM.

JN also stated he will try to talk with the workers in order to know if there will be pipes under the road crossing the rambla.

Treasurer’s Report

SA reported that the CRA funds now stand at:

Legal Fund          16653.45€

General Fund      1452.85€

Cash in Hand        81.84€

Membership Numbers

CRA membership now totals 2713, of which:

358 – Sector A

493 – Sector B

550 – Sector C

1291 – Sector D

21 – Unspecified/Honorary Members

AGM

A notice for the AGM has been composed by BO. It was agreed it will be publicized in various ways of communication such as the website, the notice board at Consum, the cabin, and some other newspapers and websites.

Cultural Centre

BO stated that, according to his conversations with Tatiana Andrés, it seems JN’s suggestion about the application of public prices for the commercial use of the Cultural Centre have succeeded.

However, it was agreed that the CRA will not engage in any kind of fees collection related to it.

Therefore, if the Town Hall asks the CRA to do it, we will withdraw the management of the Cultural Centre.

BO pointed out that in other places, it is the Mayor of the area (in our case Kelly Ensor) who manages the municipal premises.

Letter to Grupo Paloma

JN stated he wrote a letter to Grupo Paloma asking for the opening of the D11-RM315 road. He sent it by email the 20^th of October and by registered mail the 22^nd. There is no reply for the moment. It was agreed to give them two more weeks.

AOB

BO pointed out the need for someone to look after updating the notice board at Consum. BE volunteered to do it for the moment.

There being no further business, the meeting closed at 5.19 pm

Next meeting: December 2012.

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Actas de la 88ª reunión del comité directivo de la Asociación de Residentes en Camposol, tenida el lunes 29 de octubre de 2012

Presentes

Bob Owen, Presidente

Les Crook, Vicepresidente

José Navarro, Secretario

Sandy Allison, Tesorera

Jackie Drewe       , Secretaria de membresía y página web

Barrie Eveleigh, Secretario de prensa

Peter Pitt

Ernie Prior

Ausentes

JohnDaws

Bridget Stuart

La reunión comenzó a las 16:01.
Apertura del Presidente.

BO propuso que las actas de la reunión anterior fueran aprobadas como reflejo fiel de la misma. Aceptado unánimemente.

BO ha atendido 1130 correos electrónicos dirigidos a la presidencia durante el mes de octubre:

6 del Ayuntamiento.

82 de miembros.

11 de no miembros.

2 del abogado.

25 de otros grupos.

1004 del comité directivo.

Informe del Secretario

JN informó al comité acerca del análisis estadístico que ha llevado a cabo con la base de datos de los miembros.

JN también informó de un análisis estudiando el comportamiento de voto comparando españoles y extranjeros. De este análisis resulta evidente la importancia de que el Centro cultural pueda ser utilizado como colegio electoral.

JN presentará estos análisis en la reunión general anual.

JN manifestó que  intentaría hablar con los trabajadores para saber si finalmente habrá tuberías bajo la camino que vadeará la rambla o no.

Informe de la Tesorera

SA informó que los fondos de la CRA son:

Cuenta para gastos legales:   16653.45€

Cuenta para gastos generales: 1552.85€

Dinero en efectivo: 81.84€

Membresía

Hay actualmente 2713 miembros de la CRA, de los cuales:

358 en el sector A

493  en el sector B

550  en el sector C

1291 en el sector D

21 no especificados/honoríficos

Reunión General Anual

BO ha redactado un aviso acerca de la Reunión General Anual. Este aviso será publicado en distintos medios de comunicación como la página web, el tablón de anuncios, la caseta, y otros periódicos y páginas web. Todos los miembros de la CRA están invitados. Por razones prácticas, la reunión será mantenida en idioma inglés.

Centro Cultural

BO declaró que parece ser, de acuerdo con sus conversaciones con Tatiana Andrés, que la sugerencia de JN sobre la aplicación de precios públicos para el uso lucrativo del Centro Cultural ha sido aceptada.

Sin embargo, se acordó que la CRA no se verá inmiscuida en la recolección de dichos pagos.

Por lo tanto, si el Ayuntamiento le pide a la CRA que se encargue de ello, abandonaremos la gestión del Centro Cultural.

BO señaló que en otros lugares es el alcalde pedáneo (en nuestro caso Raquel Ensor) el que se ocupa de gestionar los locales municipales.

Carta a Grupo Paloma

JN declaró que ha escrito una carta a Grupo Paloma solicitando la apertura del camino D11-RM315. La mandó por correo electrónico el 20 de octubre y por correo certificado el 22. De momento no hemos obtenido respuesta alguna.

Se concedió a Grupo Paloma dos semanas más antes de considerar otras aciones.

Ruegos y preguntas

BO señaló la necesidad de que alguien se ocupe de actualizar el tablón de anuncios de la CRA en el supermercado Consum. BE se ofreció voluntario para hacerlo por el momento.

Sin más asuntos, la reunión concluyó a las 17:19.

Fecha de la próxima reunión del comité directivo: 1ª semana de diciembre de 2012.

Actas de la 87ª reunión del comité directivo de la Asociación de Residentes en Camposol, tenida el miércoles 3 de octubre de 2012

Presentes

Bob Owen, Presidente

Les Crook, Vicepresidente

José Navarro, Secretario

Sandy Allison, Tesorera

Jackie Drewe       , Secretaria de membresía y página web

Barrie Eveleigh, Secretario de prensa

John Daws

Peter Pitt

Ernie Prior

Bridget Stuart

La reunión comenzó a las 17:37.
Apertura del Presidente.

BO propuso que las actas de la reunión anterior fueran aprobadas como reflejo fiel de la misma. Aceptado unánimemente.

BO ha atendido 292 correos electrónicos dirigidos a la presidencia durante el mes de septiembre:

0 del Ayuntamiento (LC ha atendido éstos durante la ausencia de BO)

17 de miembros.

7 de no miembros.

268 del comité directivo.

Uno de nuestros miembros, Keith Donovan, ha propuesto utilizar un cartel para identificar a los miembros del Club de Descuento de la CRA, mostrándolo en sus locales. Se acordó que sería utilizado un tamaño A5, y que J Drewe haría un diseño para este cartel.

Situación tras la riada

BO agradeció a LC su pronta respuesta y su recogida de información y divulgación de la misma respecto al puente y al camino de emergencia.

LC explicó al comité los sucesos relacionados con la gota fría desde el viernes hasta el miércoles, y cómo ofreció a nuestros miembros información veraz, destacando que no se arriesgó a contribuir con rumor alguno, pidiendo siempre confirmación al Ayuntamiento antes de dar la información por cierta.

JN destacó que Pepe Gómez le comentó que el ingeniero le había dicho que “ni se le ocurriese” permitir pasar a los coches.

JN también destacó que, cuando le pidió a Pepe Gómez, dos meses y medio atrás, que abriese el camino de emergencia, (http://cracamposol.com/news/?p=1408), Pepe Gómez le respondió que eso era “casi imposible”. Sin embargo, han podido hacerlo en 24 horas. Otro ejemplo de cómo con voluntad política se pueden conseguir las cosas.

Ayuntamiento/CRA

Casi toda la información que nos llega últimamente acerca de cosas importantes para Camposol lo hace a través de artículos de prensa, en vez de existir una comunicación directa entre el Ayuntamiento y la CRA.

LC declaró que parece que el Ayuntamiento está ignorándonos cada día más, y que necesitamos hacer algo para que este Ayuntamiento y sus administraciones futuras nos tomen en serio.

Se abrió entonces un debate acerca del camino a seguir. Este debate concluyó en un acuerdo unánime de que la CRA debería devenir más política. Algunos mensajes de nuestro foro muestran su apoyo a estrategias similares. Ésto, sin embargo, requiere la modificación de las normas de la asociación (capítulo 1, artículo 3). Por lo tanto, esto será parte del conjunto de  modificaciones a las normas que será presentado a votación de los miembros en nuestra próxima Reunión General Anual. Habrá una votación especial para que la CRA inicie su andadura política.

Informe del Secretario

JN manifestó que los correos electrónicos relacionados con la CRA escritos a él deben mandarse a su nueva dirección de correo dedicada. Para otros temas, su correo electrónico personal sigue siendo el mismo.

Informe de la Tesorera

SA informó que los fondos de la CRA son:

Cuenta para gastos legales:   16433.45€

Cuenta para gastos generales: 2592.85€

Dinero en efectivo: 185.27€

Nuevos teléfonos

SA informó que han sido adquiridos dos nuevos teléfonos para uso del presidente y del comité. También hay un cambio en el número de teléfono del presidente: 654967753.

Membresía

Hay actualmente 2683 miembros de la CRA, de los cuales:

355 en el sector A

490  en el sector B

544  en el sector C

1272 en el sector D

22 no especificados/honoríficos

Modificación de las normas de la asociación

Tal y como había sido acordado en la 86ª reunión del comité directivo, un subcomité formado por LC, JN, SA y J Drewe se reunió previamente en el centro cultural para finalizar las correcciones a las normas de la asociación.

J Drewe preparará un documento sobre los cambios propuestos y LC los presentará y someterá a votación en la próxima Reunión General Anual.

Toda la información sobre la modificación propuesta de las normas podrá encontrarse en la página web de la CRA. Esto permitirá  a los miembros descargar e imprimir dicha información previamente a la Reunión General.

Se elaborará un sumario de los cambios propuestos y se repartirá a los asistentes de la Reunión General.

Cualquier cambio de normas que sea aprobado será traducido al castellano y enviado al registro de asociaciones de la Región de Murcia.

J Drewe destacó que es importante darse cuenta de que las normas de la asociación afectan a todos los miembros, y que no deben ser confundidas con los términos y condiciones de uso del foro de la CRA.

Como se ha descrito más arriba, el comité directivo presentará también una propuesta especial para eliminar la definición de la CRA como carente de “carácter político”.

Reunión General Anual

SA confirmó que la Reunión General Anual será celebrada el 15 de noviembre de 2012 en el hotel Sensol.

Ruegos y preguntas

Hay una gotera en la caseta, en la ventana.

Se acordó que una reparación era necesaria.

Sin más asuntos, la reunión concluyó a las 19:38.

Fecha de la próxima reunión: 1ª semana de noviembre de 2012.

Minutes of 87^th meeting of the Central Liaison Committee held on Wednesday 3^rd October  2012

Present

Bob Owen                             Chairman

Les Crook                              Vice Chairman

José Navarro                         Secretary

Sandy Allison                         Treasurer

Jackie Drewe                        Website & Membership Secretary

Barrie Eveleigh                      Press Secretary

John Dawes

Peter Pitt

Ernie Prior

Bridget Stuart

The meeting started at 5.37 pm.
Chairman’s Opening Remarks

BO asked that the minutes of the last meeting be accepted as a true record. Unanimously accepted.

BO had handled e-mails in the month of September

0 from the Council Office. (L.C. had dealt with them in Bobs absence)

17 from members.

7 from non members.

268 directly relating to CRA matters.

A total of 292 for the month.

There is a proposal from one of our members, Keith Donovan, to issue a CRA sign to Discount Club members for them to display at their premises. It was agreed that A5 was the ideal size for it, and that J Drewe will make a design of this sign.

Bridge and emergency road

BO thanked LC for his prompt action  and acquiring and sharing information about the bridge/emergency road situation.

LC explained to the committee the events related to the gota fría from Friday to Wednesday, and how he was constantly giving our members reliable information, pointing out that he did not contribute to any rumour, but asked the Town Hall for confirmation before informing them.

JN pointed out that Pepe Gómez told him that the engineer stated “don’t even think about it” when asked last Saturday for permission for cars to pass.

JN also pointed out that, when he asked for that road to be open two and a half months ago (http://cracamposol.com/news/?p=1408), Pepe Gómez answered it was “nearly impossible”, but they managed to do it in 24 hours when the emergency occurred.  Another example on how political will can make the difference.

Town Hall/CRA

We have gained much of the latest information regarding a number of major issues effecting Camposol through press articles rather then from direct communication between the Town Hall and the Camposol Residents Association.

LC stated that it seems the Town Hall is increasingly choosing to ignore us and that we need to do something to make this, or any future administration take us seriously.

A further debate on the way forward took place which resulted in a complete agreement that the CRA should look to becoming more political. Support for a similar strategy can be inferred from a number of posts in our forum. This, however, needs the change of the rules of the association (Chapter 1, Section 3). Therefore, this will be part of the  rule modifications that will be presented for members to vote on at the forthcoming AGM. There will be a special vote for the CRA to start its own political party.

Secretary’s Report

JN announced that every CRA related e-mail written to him should go to his new dedicated e-mail address. For other issues, his personal e-mail address remains unchanged.

Treasurer’s Report

SA reported that the CRA funds now stand at:

Legal Fund            16433.45€

General Fund           2592.85€

Cash in Hand             185.27€

New phones

SA informed that two new phones have been acquired for chairman and committee use. There is also a change of the number of the Chairman’s phone: The new one is 654967753

Membership Numbers

CRA membership now totals 2683, of which:

355  – Sector A

490  – Sector B

544  – Sector C

1272 – Sector D

22     – Unspecified/Honorary Members

Review of the Rules of Association

As agreed at the 86^th CLC meeting, a sub committee formed by LC, JN, SA and J Drewe gathered earlier in the Cultural Centre in order to finalise the amendments to the Rules of Association.

J Drewe will prepare documentation of the proposed changes and LC will present those for approval at the AGM.

It was agreed that full documentation will be published on the CRA website. This will enable members to download/print for reference prior to the AGM. It was also agreed that a summary of the proposed changes will be provided to members at the AGM.

It was acknowledged that the approved changes will be translated and sent to the Registry of Associations of the Autonomous Region of Murcia.

J Drewe pointed out that it is important to note that the Rules of Association concerns the total CRA membership and should not be confused with the CRA Forum Terms and Conditions.

As it was referred above, the CLC will also present a special case for removal of the definition of the CRA as “non political”.

AGM

It was confirmed by SA that the AGM will be held on 15^th November 2012 at 10 am at Sensol Hotel.

AOB

There is a leak in the cabin, by the window.

It was agreed to look at replacing that window.

There being no further business, the meeting closed at 7.38 pm

Next meeting: November 2012.

Minutes of 86^th meeting of the Central Liaison Committee held on Wednesday 5^th September  2012

Present

Bob Owen                              Chairman

Les Crook                              Vice Chairman

Sandy Allison                         Treasurer

Jackie Drewe                        Website & Membership Secretary

Peter Pitt

Ernie Prior

Bridget Stuart

Apologies

José Navarro                        Secretary

Barrie Eveleigh                     Press Secretary

John Dawes

The meeting started at 5.10 pm.
Chairman’s Opening Remarks

Bob Owen asked that the minutes of the last meeting be accepted as a true record. Les Crook proposed, Ernie Prior seconded and it was unanimously accepted.

Chairman’s Report

Bob had handled 296 emails in the month of August.

4 from the Council Office.

40 from members.

5 from non members.

247 directly relating to CRA matters.

Bob has emailed over 100 local businesses with a view to them joining the discount club. Although only sent this last weekend He has had 3 positive enquiries already. From past commercial experience the take up rate on cold call mailings averages 3%. It’s pleasing that the initial results indicate a better than average response.

There are two outstanding replies from Kelly Ensor. Both relate to Bob´s concerns that the Council are spending considerable sums of money employing new staff but our bridge repair enquiries are being answered that the council does not have any money ?.

Bob has emailed MMB solicitors to start the proceedings relating to the class action on plus valia.

In Barries absence Bob had compiled and circulated the press release for August.

During August Bob had four meetings with Members who were experiencing problems. One concerned a neighbour dispute which was successfully resolved. The second and third related to members who were experiencing problems caused by the members not using a solicitor in the purchase of their properties. Both are ongoing but early indications are that lawyers are resolving their problems but at further cost to the members concerned. Bob can not emphasise enough that 99% of the problems he deals with are members who did not use a solicitor in their conveyance transactions. The fourth member, following a bereavement, had problems with the fact that no will could be found. It is important that single members should tell family and friends where their will can be found in the event of their death.

The most time consuming issue during August was the re location and refurbishment of the cabin. Jackie, her husband Dave and granddaughter Charlotte had painted the inside of the cabin. Bob & Ernie had laid the new floor.  Bob had bought and built the new furniture (from Ikea), erected the shelves and painted the final coat of paint inside the cabin and re varnished the windows.

Bob has refurbished both notice boards, one for Consum, the other for the cabin.  New signs were ordered and erected on the side of the cabin and on the A board at the site of the old location opposite B Commercial centre. The old A board for use outside the cabin was also refurbished. The cabin was finally finished just a week before the re opening on the 3^rd of September.

Secretary’s Report

Due to work commitments José was unable to attend the meeting. 

Treasurer’s Report

Sandy reported that the CRA funds now stand at:

Legal Fund             16287.45

General Fund           2762.85

Total                       19050.30

Cash in Hand             172.53

Website and Admin Report

During August Jackie has been able to spend time working on the website.  Updated areas include the Community Activities, Members Discount and About Us web pages. In addition, Jackie has added a downloadable membership application form to the home page. This should simplify the process for non-members.

The forum is running smoothly and has gained 14 new members during August.

The Infrastructure Report file now contains a Camposol map and an information sheet to help with reporting and recording of water leaks.

The cabin has been restocked with stationery, membership cards and forms. Internet access is available to committee members while on duty, details of this have already been circulated.

Approximately 1200 members receive our monthly CRA e-newsletter which is due to be sent out again within the next few days.  Members who have not advised us of their current email address can do so by contacting info@cracamposol.com.

Membership Numbers

Despite the cabin closure during the summer months, a number of applications have been received via email.  CRA membership now totals 2668, of which:

353  – Sector A

490  – Sector B

539  – Sector C

1264 – Sector D

22     – Unspecified/Honorary Members

Review of the Rules of Association

It was agreed that a sub committee, formed by Sandy, Les and Jackie would finalise the amendments to the rules of association for presentation to the AGM later this year. They will meet on Wednesday 3^rd October at 4pm in the Cultural Centre

Duty Phone Replacement

Committee members frequently find that there is insufficient signal strength to receive or make calls when using the Duty Phone as well as finding that the phone is becoming more temperamental with age.  Sandy and Les will look into the feasibility of purchasing another phone and operator.

AGM

As location is key to the majority of CRA members, it was decided to try to book the Sensol Hotel during the 2^nd week of November.

Sandy will contact the hotel management to discuss dates, but we do understand that the Hotel may be closed for refurbishment. In the event that Sensol Hotel cannot accommodate those dates, the AGM will be held in January 2013. Other locations were not considered suitable for 150+ members.

Compound on B3

Bob has provided Pepe Gomez with copies of the denuncia relating to the builders compound on Sector B3. We will seek an update from him at the next meeting he attends with us.

Notice Board at Consum

Bob congratulated Sandy Allison in obtaining permission for a CRA notice board in Consum. It was erected by Ernie Prior and Les Crook this week with a notice board refurbished by Bob Owen. It is hoped that it will provide a focal point in Consum now the cabin has been moved to the Cultural Centre. The three gardening groups from B, C and D will be allowed to advertise their functions there on A4 size paper.  Every effort must be made to keep the CRA notices up to date.  Sandy will buy combination locks to eliminate the need for keys.

AOB

A bench in memory of Joyce Stewart, our former Treasurer will be erected by Les & Ernie and a plaque obtained to place on it to her memory. The bench will be positioned outside the cabin facing her home.  Sandy will co-ordinate the ordering and delivery of the bench and make enquiries regarding a plaque.

There being no further business, the meeting closed at 7.00 pm

Next meeting date tba

Minutes of 85^th meeting of the Central Liaison Committee held on Wednesday 18^th July 2012

Present

Bob Owen                    Chairman

Les Crook                    Vice Chairman

José Navarro               Secretary

Sandy Allison             Treasurer

Jackie Drewe               Website & Membership Secretary

John Dawes

Peter Pitt

Ernie Prior

Bridget Stuart

Apologies

Barrie Eveleigh           Press Secretary

The meeting started at 6.22 pm.
Chairman’s Opening Remarks

BO proposed that the minutes of the last meeting be accepted as a true record. Accepted unanimously.

BO reported the number of e-mails dealt with during June:

Total of emails in the month:                                                      257

with the Council:                                                                                    5

with the CLC:                                                                                          235

with members:                                                                                        13

with non members    /prospective purchasers:    4

Secretary’s report

JN gave some details about meeting agendas, e-mails and translation issues.

Treasurer’s report

CRA accounts as at 18^th July 2012:

Bank account for general purposes: 3807,10€

Bank account for legal purposes: 15927,45€

Cash in hand: 168,75€

Website Manager’s report

J Drewe stated that, as agreed in our last meeting, the website has now been upgraded to 20GB bandwidth and 4GB disk space. Bandwidth usage for June exceeded 10.5 GB, fortunately Impliweb acted quickly to prevent the site from crashing. Due to the increase in disk space, the use of images and Avatars has now been enabled for forum members.

The committee agreed it was a good decision and good value for money.

Forum membership is increasing steadily; 32 new members have joined since the beginning of May.

Membership Numbers

Membership has increased to 2651, of which:

Sector A:                                                   352

Sector B:                                                    487

Sector C:                                                   533

Sector D:                                                   1255

Unspecified/Honorary:      24

CRA premises

BO stated that the cabin has been finally and successfully moved to its new location at the Cultural Centre. It only lacks some final steps to be completed.

It was agreed to acquire laminated floor.

BS asked about putting a “No smoking” sign. The rest of the committee did not object to this, as it is  a public place.

When the cabin is finished, the notice board will be resized to fit Consum’s requirements.

It was also agreed to install Joyce’s Memorial Bench near the cabin.

State of Sector B Commercial Centre

Due to the state of decay of Sector B Commercial Centre, it was agreed that the CRA will try to help reach a solution.

BO will compose a letter and JN will translate it into Spanish. This letter will be delivered to the owners of businesses of the commercial centre to draw their attention to the numerous complaints received by the CRA on the website.

PP stated that all the bars and restaurants pay a monthly rent to MASA and part of that is for cleaning services which Masa are not providing.

There being no further business the meeting closed at 7.17 pm.

Date of next meeting: September 2012.