Archive for January, 2012

Minutes of 80th meeting of CLC held on Thursday 19th January 2012

Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

Camposol Residents Association

Central Liaison Committee

Minutes of 80th meeting of CLC held on Thursday 19th January 2012

Present

Bob Owen                               Chairman

Les Crook                                Vice Chairman/Acting Secretary

Sandy Allison                           Acting Treasurer

Jackie Drewe                           Website/Membership Secretary

Peter Pitt

John Daws

José Navarro

Apologies

Joyce Stewart                           Treasurer

Barrie Eveleigh

Ernie Prior

The meeting started at 5.00 pm

Chairman’s Opening Remarks

The Chairman proposed that the minutes of the last meeting be accepted as a true record – accepted unanimously.

Treasurer’s Report

CRA funds stand at

€21584.80  total

€16478.45 legal fund

€  5106.35 general fund

€    124.65 cash in hand.

Membership

Stands at:

2586 total

345 A Sector

480 B Sector

522 C Sector

1218 D Sector

21 Sector undeclared

Analysis of Meeting with the Mayor

Rambla on D

A third plan has been proposed by the Town Hall, MASA and Hydrographica. It is to build a reservoir and then divert the water away from D23 so that it travels away from D23 instead of rather than under it.

Demolition orders

At the meeting with the Mayor on 11th January 2012 the Council Solicitor, Juan Carlos, said that he and the Council do not intend to demolish any houses. They are working hard to legalizing everything that is wrong with Camposol, including all the services.  Once the houses that are subject to the demolition orders are legalized, this order will be cancelled.  However, until then the Council still has no intention of demolishing any houses.

MASA Compound

The Council has issued an order to MASA to remove the compound on B Sector and furthermore, to remove the old MASA cement site on C sector.

Embargoes

At the Mayor’s meeting he said he is aware of the problem and it must be handled by solicitors. Furthermore, the embargoes only apply to the land and not the houses.

IBI charges

The proposed rise in IBI is 3% as outlined in the Mayor’s meeting notes of the 11th January 2012.

Road Problems

The Mayor assured the CRA that they would not accept sub-standard road works from MASA and that the CRA would be consulted in the process.

Clarification of expenses claimable

After discussion the following proposal was made.

“Any member of the CRA should not be out of pocket for expenses incurred on behalf of the CRA.  All claims must be approved by the Chairman in advance of payment.  In the case of claims for fuel for cars, these will only be considered for journeys outside Camposol”.

Proposed Jose Navarro, seconded John Daws, carried by five votes for, and one against.

Web Site advertising

John Daws is going to visit local businesses to sell the extra advertising space available on the web site.

Updating web site information/community activities

Peter Pitt is going to contact the various groups on Camposol to make them aware of the opportunity that exists to post their activities on our web site.

Security Company – special poligono offer

The company’s offer still stands and discussions are ongoing regarding the use of CCTV.

The Cultural Centre

Bookings for the Cultural Centre are now being handled by Ernie Prior under Bob Owen’s control. (Ernie is at present on holiday so contact Bob until he advises of Ernie’s return)

Review of Rules of the Association

As these rules were drafted some eight years ago it is felt that they need to be reviewed and updated.  Jackie Drewe will undertake a review of the Rules.

A.O.B

José’s father-in-law has offered to put information and recommendations on our web site with reference as to what documents people should take with them when attending any of the accident and emergency units that members may need to attend. This was agreed and the Committee thanked José and his father-in-law.(José’s father-in-law works at an A & E unit)

The meeting closed at 7.00pm.

Copying or re-publishing of this document in full or part is prohibited without the express permission of the CRA Chairman.

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Sessions available at Los Palacios Cultural Centre

Saturday, January 21st, 2012

SESSIONS AVAILABLE AT LOS PALACIOS CULTURAL CENTRE, CAMPOSOL

There are some vacant sessions available for use by residents of Camposol.

The rules regarding the use of the centre are laid down by the council and are strictly adhered to. The charging of fees by any organiser is strictly prohibited.   To view the rules please click:  rules of the cultural centre.

If you are interested in using the facilities please contact in the first instance, Bob Owen by email to chairman.bobowen@hotmail.co.uk or by phone on 968 970 577.

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Cultural Centre – News Update

Saturday, January 21st, 2012

LOS PALACIOS CULTURAL CENTRE –  NEWS UPDATE

Some classes using the cultural centre have been stopped by the council as they believed that those groups were charging fees.

This is contrary to the rumour circulating that the CRA Chairman has stopped them.

The following was received from José Gómez (Council of foreign residents):

* I am the responsable for Camposol and the cultual center and nothing is done without my consent.
* Bob Owen is authorized to arrange the schedule and he is responsable for the organization in the cultural center because I decided it. The laws of the cultural center were passed by me and it was my decision (Not decision of Bob) that [some groups] have been removed. I am responsable that they are no more allowed to use the center for their activities.  I would like to apologise to the groups that I was not in the meeting last Wenesday but I would like to say again that Bob was not responsable for the decision.
* Bob is in charge of the cultural center because at the moment there is no money in the town hall to employ a concierge.

I will not consent to the insults and criticism between representatives of associations. If anyone has a problem with my decisions please make contact with me but do not insult to other person because I repeat that I have the competence of deciding.

Any question please send an email to Tatiana”

The CRA Chairman is the councils representative in charge of the cultural centre and ensures that the councils rules and by laws for the centre are adhered to.

At the CRA AGM a complaint was lodged that certain groups were charging fees for activities in the centre.

As a result of a meeting with Pepe, councillor for foreigners, the full rules were explained and given to the CRA Chairman to enforce.

Pepe had met with the offending parties some months ago and told them they had to stop charging as it’s against the rules of use of the cultural centre.

Pepe instructed Tatiana to write to the groups concerned to tell them to cease using the centre and hand in their keys as they had ignored his instructions.

The council have very strict rules about the use of the cultural centre and if we wish to use it we have to comply with them.

Click here for the  rules of the cultural centre.

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PALS Events 2012

Saturday, January 21st, 2012

PALS EVENTS 2012

Stay in Benidorm – 19th March

3 nights full board in Hotel Helios from 125 euros per person from Camposol and other areas.  Includes Market day.  SUPER VALUE

Coach trip to Mojacar/Bedar – 18th April

Market day in Mojacar and then on to Bedar for Menu del Dia, (included).

This is our third trip and we thoroughly recommend the day at 25 euros per head, from Camposol and other areas

BBQ on the Beach – 1st May

Bolnuevo. Our favourite; masses of drinks and food included.  And a boules contest. May Day.  Bring your own chairs.  Still only 13 euros.  Booking essential

Summer Ball – 10th June

Superb menu, wine and beer included.  Dance the night away at the Costa Costa Hotel.  Still only 27.50 Euros per head.  Coaches available for an extra 7 euros.  Live music always a pleasurable evening

Sponsored Bike Ride – 22nd to 30th September

TJ’s bar are organising a bike ride from Camposol to Madrid and back.  All proceeds to PALS.  Forms in TJ’s or from PALS

Cruise – 20th to 27th October

7 nights, 8 days FULLY INCLUSIVE from Camposol to Valencia, then Malta, Sicily, Naples, Sardinia, Palma de Mallorca.  Pullman tours from 600 euros per person sharing.  Tickets going fast.

For more information:

www.pals.sm4.biz

or call 626 460 465

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Camposol A Clean up and Gardening Volunteer Group

Saturday, January 14th, 2012



Processionary Caterpillars

Yes, its that time of year again.  These little pests, virtually unknown in Britain, are a problem throughout the whole Mediterranean Region.  They live in Pine trees, feeding by night and spending the day sheltering in white candy-floss like nests they build in the trees.  Each nest could hold a 100 caterpillars.  Most of the year they are not a problem, but as the caterpillars develop, they become covered in tiny little hairs, similar to those on a nettle leaf, with similar properties.  It is then very advisable to stay away from them !

Most people coming into contact with one, will suffer little more than a nettle rash, but some could suffer an allergic reaction, which will probably require medical treatment.  People with medical conditions, such as asthma, are particularly at risk.

Whilst they are feeding, apart from the odd one that falls out of a tree, there should not be much risk.  The problem comes when it is time for them to leave the trees and find some soft ground to bury themselves into.  When this happens, they gather together in mass, forming a long line of caterpillars, from which they get their name.  Dogs have been known to attack these lines, sometimes with serious consequences.  Traditionally in this part of the world, that happens in February.

Last year our group spent a 2 week period in January, removing as many nests as possible, doing our best to rid Camposol A of the problem.  This year is proving to be more difficult, with some nests forming early, there seem to be more of them, and we have fewer volunteers to work on the problem.  The brave people that are, report that some of the caterpillars have started to march already (early January)  whilst some nests are only just beginning to form, which would indicate that the problem might continue for longer than usual.

We are doing the best that we can, concentrating only on the main walking areas, but again advise that you keep away from pine tree areas for a while, and try to keep your pets away too.

Xmas plants.
We were gifted a few of the traditional red leafed poinsettia plants to brighten up the Xmas period, which we planted into decorative pots and placed in Parque Los Palacios to provide a small festive splash of colour.  Unfortunately our festive gesture did not survive the full Xmas period, as all the pots and plants were stolen on the first market day.

Council workers.
I am pleased to report that the council workers have continued to work into the New Year and that they have already made repairs to the pathways in the park opposite the health centre.  Our volunteers continue the project of planting and gravel laying around the edge of this park.  We expect that soon this will be yet another pleasant area to visit.  The council are concentrating on repairs.  Our group is dedicated to improvement, so we still need more volunteers to help.  Please join us in 2012.

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CRA Press Report – January 2012

Saturday, January 14th, 2012

The CRA had its January meeting with the Town hall and the following issues were discussed and agreements reached. It was, as have been our meetings to date, a positive meeting where both sides listened to the other.

The rambla issue on D, which is key for the adoption of D and the legalization of many properties –Masa, town hall, hydrographica, the Water Authority have come up with an alternative plan which includes building a reservoir and diversion gullies, much cheaper than the original plans. It is hoped to finalise the plan soon.
The demolition orders on D23 will not be implemented by the Town Hall, the councils lawyer is adamant that he can legalise the properties. These properties were most likely caught up in the game the Council and MASA played with each other.
Embargoes on properties still in Masa’s name was brought to the Mayors attention and was used as an emphasis for the urgent need to legalise these properties. One problem is that we have no idea how many properties are affected. It cannot be many but has certainly cast a blight on one property, publicized months ago in the Journal. This only comes to the surface on a sale or acquisition of escritura.
The denuncia on Masa´s compound on B Sector and the old concrete site used as a tip have both been passed to Masa for action. The increase in IBI will be kept to 3% in the coming year. There has been a great deal of scaremongering and rumour on this issue. The Mayor will look into our request to provide land for a football pitch.

The problem of the lorries delivering to the pig farm and the destruction of local roads will be looked into by the council. The CRA feel that the farmer should not be using residential road for access. Prior to Camposol being built he had to use dirt roads. Long term repair work would fall on the council.

It was agreed that when the works on C & D commence the CRA will have input regarding, priority road repairs. The Mayor assured us that the standards of work will be monitored closely by his technicians.

Due to the economic downturn it was not possible to provide interpreters at the medical centre. For the same reason there will not be a police station on Camposol.

The revised date for completion of SECTOR A is now the end of Feb,

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Meeting with the Mayor 11th January 2012

Friday, January 13th, 2012

Those Present:

Gines Campillo Mendez – Mayor of Mazarron.

Kelly Ensor – Mayor of El Salidillo

For C.R.A.

Bob Owen

Les Crook

Sandy Allison

Ernie Prior

John Daws

Peter Pitt

1. Matters arising from previous meeting.

Rambla on D

A third plan has been proposed by the Town Hall, MASA, and Hydrographica,. It is to build a reservoir and then divert the water away from D.23 so that it travels away from D.23 rather than under it.

2. Demolition order on D.23

This will be discussed later when Town Hall solicitor can join the meeting.

3. Embargos D.32

The Mayor is aware of this problem and it must be handled by solicitors.

4. MASA compound

The Town Hall has instructed for it to be removed along with the area used for dumping on Sector C.

5. Increase in IBI

It has been reported in local press that there is to be a 30% rise in IBI payment. The Mayor said the proposed rise if 3% not 30%. The Town Hall will be asking for re-valuation of all properties in Mazarron. The last valuation was in 2007. Les Crook raised the point that his house, for instance, is now worth less than it was in 2007. Does this mean that IBI bills will go down as a result of re-valuation? The Mayor said it was not their intent to raise the IBI bills by re-valuation and that bills should go down as a result. It was confirmed by the Mayor that the Catastral value of a property should go down in line with its re-sale value.

6. Provision of land for a football pitch

Peter Pitt raised the question of an area being provided on Camposol. He said a support group already has raised funds and has good local business support for this. They only want a piece of land and any other set up costs will be borne by the support group. The Mayor will look into the provision of some land.

7. Road Problems

The CRA would like some sort of priority given to the repair of the worst roads. There are some very bad sections of road to repair, particularly where the adjacent pig farmer is using Camposol roads for deliveries etc. The Mayor said that now that MASA is nearing completion of A Sector, the council will judge how well they have performed there and if the Council are satisfied MASA will then continue onto B, C, and D, then priorities can be set. Bob Owen then asked if the pig farmer has a right to use Camposol roads as he is damaging the surface that MASA has put down. The Mayor said he did not know but he will look into it. The Mayor assured us that the Council will not accept sub-standard road work repairs from MASA.

8. Interpreters

Bob Owen said that prior to the elections Francisco Garcia, leader of the PSOE party in Mazarron, had promised translators would be provided for the medical centre. The Mayor explained that through lack of money even the 24 hour emergency cover was under threat, so interpreters were not a priority.

9. Police Station on Camposol

This was also promised by Francisco Garcia but this will not now happen either.

10. Start of works on Sector B

Bob Owen asked when MASA are expected to start work on Sector B following completion of Sector A. The Mayor said that if all work is acceptable with Sector A then it should be handed over by the end of February. Then MASA will move onto Sector B to start work. Bob asked that when work starts the CRA would like to be involved in the inspection and acceptance of works as has happened on Sector A with the Sector A committee. Sandy asked if MASA did not complete Sector A to the council’s satisfaction and MASA are subsequently ordered from site, then would they then be denied any further building on Camposol. The Mayor said that since March 2011 MASA has no licence to build on Camposol so unless they get A sector right, they cannot do further building work.

11. Back to agenda, point 2: Demolition orders D23

Juan Carlos, Council Solicitor, joins the meeting. Juan Carlos was told of the problem on D23 and asked to comment with regard to demolition orders. Bob said that the demolition order from the Council instructed MASA to demolish the illegal houses or face a 1.2 million euro fine. Juan Carlos explained that the fine was because MASA had done things wrong and the demolition order was because these

Houses are not legal yet. Juan Carlos went on to say that he and the Council do not intend to demolish these houses, they are working hard towards legalising everything that is wrong with Camposol including all the services but we must all co-operate in this endeavour. Bob Owen assured Juan Carlos and the Mayor that this was without question the case and that all parties are working towards the same end, a fully legal Camposol. John Daw asked if the Council could cancel the demolition order but Juan Carlos explained that until the houses in question are legal the order must stand, but not to worry about it because the Council have no intention of demolishing any houses. It is more important to work together to get things legal.

The CRA stressed that it has always been their intention to co-operate fully with the Council for the good of Camposol.

**Further information can be found in CRA Press Report on our News Page

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Poligono Surveillance

Thursday, January 12th, 2012

GLOBAL DE SERVICIOS, SEGURIDAD, GUARDA RURAL V CONTROL S.l.

CIF: B-30.859.920

Oficinas: Camposol Business Center C/Madrid n° 19, 30875 Mazarron, Murcia Tel: 968 103 008

New and Improved POLIGONO SURVEILLANCE

  • Improved villa inspection to check that your house is in good order for your peace of mind

• At least one, or more, inspections of your villa every night

  • Key hold & custody of your villa when you are away for a period of time
    • Emergency response service included

If you feel threatened or intimidated when in your villa, call our special emergency number for assistance. We will initiate the necessary measures and actions in co-operation with the Police/Guardia Civil. (Available during our normal surveillance periods)

  • Discounted cost for specialist support if police station visit needed (Available for reporting break-in or theft from your villa)

• Three month I Six month I Annual contracts available

10€ per month (includes IVA)

Published and printed by Luis Canovas & Global de Servicios. Seguridad. Guarda Rural y Control. S.L. Camposol Business Center Tel: 968 103 008

Please Note:

This special offer is available to ALL Poligonos on Camposol

Its availability is subject to a large majority of the villas on the Poligono signing up for the service

Further reduction in the monthly fee possible, depending on the size and take-up of the Poligono It is intended that this service will be available from 1 sI January 2012

Further details available from Luis Canovas or Conchi at the Camposol Business Centre Telephone: 968103008

• ••

~ •• Registration for Poligono Surveillance Camposol

Global De Servicios, Seguridad, Guarda Rural y Control S.L.

When you visit the Camposol Business Center to register for the Camposol Poligono Surveillance Scheme, you will be asked for the following information:

Full Name

Address of Property

Poligono/Sector

NIE Number

Holiday Home or Permanent Home

Spanish Telephone Number(s) Landline

Mobile

UK/Overseas Telephone Number(s) Landline

Mobile

Email Address

Local Key Holder 1

Local Key Holder 2

Length of Contract: 3 month/G month/annual contract

Fee payment

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