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FRIENDS OF HAILEY PARK 
 MINUTES OF THE MEETING AT LLANDAF NORTH RUFC3
rd
December 2008 at 7.30 pm.
PRESENT.CHAIRPERSON.
Stephanie Wilkins
SECRETARY.
Derek Kinsey
COMMITTEE.
Penny Bowers, Paul Rock, Donella SmithGordon Hann.Park Ranger Gareth Stamp
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ACTION DATE
1.12.08 APOLOGIES.
Birte Langfeldt, Ian Roberts, Sarah Lewis,Sue Rock, Sylvia Ward
2.12.08 MINUTES OF LAST MEETING.
The minutes of the meeting of the 12
th
November were read andaccepted as accurate.
3.12.08 MATTERS ARISING.6.9.08 ( v )
Greenflag/Green Pennant Workshop.A site visit by adjudicator Mel ab Owain ( Civic Trust) to be arrangedfor either Weds, 17
th
or Thurs. 18
th
December at 11.30 am. approx.S.Wilkins and P.Bowers to attend if possible.
5.11.08 ( iii )
Pond Project.Gareth Stamp reported that after lengthy discussions with C.Powell proposal to create artificial sides to contain was not viable.Due to the proximity of land fill debris, the use of a liner is discounted.An earthcompacting machine could be used to create a hollow andconsideration will be given to this suggestion with no time scaleinvolved.
6.11.08 ( ii )
Cycles.It is understood that Chris Powell will ask Sustrans for a report withrecommendations before plans for pathway improvements arefinalized and update FOHP via S.Wilkins.
8.11.08 ( ii )
Lights and fans in changing rooms.Probable result of contractor/painter working during daytime.Gas smell at site to be investigated as causing concern and GarethStamp is to confirm that gas supply is on at the site.
S.WILKINSP.BOWERSG.STAMP NEXTMEETING
4.12.08 TREASURER’S REPORT.
Treasurer absent.
5.12.08( i )BRIEF REPORTS.
Workdays.Penny Bowers reported on the workday of Sunday, 23
rd
November. Agroup representing Cardiff Conservation Volunteers were engaged inscrub/willow clearance in the meadow assisted by FOHP members.As the exercise lasted most of the day, considerable amount wasachieved with work completed by 3.45 pmGareth Stamp reported that on Sat, 29
th
November a group of Dukeof Edinburgh award volunteers were engaged in vegetation clearanceon the pathway near the tennis courts.This is an area that meritsregular attention because of the proximity of the scrub to the path.
 
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( i )
BRIEF REPORTS ( Cont.)
Other.Penny Bowers reported that Whitchurch High School completedtheir first indoor workshop and should be able to commence thegraffiti wall project shortly. Eight students are involved withadequate funding in placeD.Kinsey reported on an e-mail received from A.Beach replying toa request from the group regarding possible bowls pavilionimprovements. The council state that no extensive repairs are beingconsidered due to severe budget restraints but minor works would becontemplated if identified and regarded as essential if the pavilion isto become a multi-use facility.Consequently, D.Kinsey was instructedto enquire if the minor works detailed could include the provision of windows with protective grills to allow natural light into the mainroom.
D.KINSEY NEXTMEETING
6.12.08
( i )( ii )( iii )
PARK ISSUES.
Update on previous issues.Dog Fouling.Another complaint has been received on this matter with membersencouraged to observe dog owners not complying with theregulations and remind them, politely, of their responsibilities.Poster campaign to continue with the knowledge that council enforcersmake periodic visits and can impose an immediate fine on culprits.Gareth Stamp to organize dog education team visits to Hailey Park.Cherry Trees.As planned, the remaining four flowering cherries near the tenniscourts were felled on Tuesday, 2
nd
December because of their decayed condition.Membership Cards.These will basically be the same format as will January eventsreminders.Scansis Mini Pitch.Indications are that residents are equally divided on the proposedinstallation.It was agreed that a meeting be convened between thecouncil co-ordinator, Malcolm McNulty, and the residents to discussthe project and resolve certain issues.Other Park Issues.Gareth Stamp reported that the ownership of land adjacent to the Ty-Mawr Road entrance is still not resolved although probability is thatthe council has tenure but identifying which department isdifficult.Ownership can be claimed by edict if the land is managedover a twelve year timescale
G.STAMPS.WILKINSG.STAMP NEXTMEETINGFOLLOWINGMEETINGFOLLOWINGMEETING
7.12.08( i )FOHP ISSUES.
 Update on previous issues.( a ) It was agreed that the AGM is to take place on Weds, 1
st
Apr 2009( b )The workday arranged for the 16
th
August will now be postponeduntil the 30
th
as not to clash with the Out of the Woods event.( c )It was agreed that the agenda for FOHP meetings should bedisplayed on the noticeboard,, interested parties could include itemsfor discussion.
 
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