the big yeller

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INDEX:

H4c mee-ngs 02 The big yeller deadline 02 Useful phone numbers 02

Bulky waster 03 Proposed rent rise 03

Rents chart 04 In the neighborhood 04

No-ce of elec-on 11 GM minutes 12

CommiLee minutes 13 GM Agenda 14

Fizz 15 Contacts 16

To add an item to the General Mee-ng Agenda please email the item to be added to [email protected]

All ar-cles to be emailed to [email protected] Before 5:00 pm on..….……...

Useful Contact Numbers Rents -‐ Louise Delfinis at Mosscare tel: 0161 226 4211 Membership -‐ Joint Co-‐ordinators Sian and Rob; [email protected] Finance group -‐ Co-‐ordinator Luke Publicity & informa9on -‐ Co-‐ordinator Niki; Flat 102; [email protected] Networking -‐ Co-‐ordinator Joey, [email protected]

Maintenance -‐ Co-‐ordinator Tony, Flat G04; 07983 272 513; [email protected]

Improvements -‐ Shelagh, Flat 222 Security, Health & Safety -‐ Co-‐ordinator Lee, Flat 103; 07990 956629; [email protected] Keys and fobs -‐ Nicola Flat G03 Repairs officers are listed on the repair form. All boilers and minor hea9ng, plumbing or electrical call Didsbury Plumbing and Hea-ng on 0161 434 9455 8am–5pm, emergency only 07912 206490 Other emergency numbers : Lee Flat 103 07990 956629 or Nicola 07800 796099 Lib breakdown phone number 0800 181 363

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20 April

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February

8 March

7 April

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General mee9ng 6:30 @ Yard

January

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commiQee mee9ngs member’s room @ 6:30pm

general mee9ngs the yard theatre @ 6:30pm

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BULKY WASTE Environment on Call, t

he council’s bulky

waste collectors, will no

longer collect

large amounts of waste/furniture

etc

from the building. Due to cuts

, each

household may only rece

ive two

collec-ons a year (3 item

s per

collec-on).

If you have any furniture

etc please do

not leave the items outside the

building

near the back gate or dum

p it within the

compound for others to deal

with. It is

now the responsibility of

the

householder to remove the item

s

themselves.

If you do not have transp

ort to do this

you can call Environment on Call o

n 0161

954 9000. Remember you only

get to do

this twice a year!

At the moment Jo and F

iona are trying to

come to an arrangement with the

council to pick up from the building

more regularly but with no

success so

far. Please do no

t leave anything outside

unless you have arranged

pick up with

the council yourself. Plea

se leave your

flat number and a note on any go

ods you

leave.

WHAT’S ON IN MANCHESTER Thursday 8th December Dazzle Contemporary Jewellery Selling Exhibi9on Annual selling exhibi-on of the finest contemporary jewellery the world has to offer, from rising stars to the big, collectable names. All handmade, all for sale and covering every taste and price range, it is the perfect Christmas shopping pitstop. Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester from 9:30am, un9l 7:30pm

A programme of works comprising: Sibelius: Rakastava Salinen: A Palace Rhapsody Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), Manchester from 1:15pm Lunch9me Concert: Thursday 15th December Wednesday 21st December Sandbar, Manchester from 8:00pm SBH takes the very best upcoming acous-c acts and bands from near and far then rams them together in an evening of entertainment you are unlikely to forget. Star-ng at 8pm, SBH also offers open mic slots at the beginning with a chance to be invited back for evening headliner sets.

PROPOSED RENT RISE The board would like to recommend that the General Mee-ng accepts a 3 % rise in rents next year and a 5.6 % rise in the service charge for water. The 3 % rise in rents is well below the level of infla-on (the retail price index annual percentage change stands at 5.6 %) and would allow for use to have a minimum net income for the year of £53,000 in line with our business plan and would allow for a con-ngency fund which could be used for unexpected expenses, improvements and to add to the sinking fund, so we won't have to borrow as much in years to come when we need to replace the roof. See the figures overleaf.

The 3 % rise in rents is well below the level of infla-on (the retail price index annual percentage change stands at 5.6 %) and would allow for use to have a minimum net income for the year of £53,000 in line with our business plan and would allow for a con-ngency fund which could be used for unexpected expenses, improvements and to add to the sinking fund, so we won't have to borrow as much in years to come when we need to replace the roof. See the figures below: The water service charge has to rise by the level of infla-on to ensure members pay for it. According to calcula-ons from United U-li-es we will need to raise about £25,000 this year. -‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐

IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD What’s on in Hulme HULME COMMUNITY GARDEN CENTRE 28 Old Birley Street, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5RG. Telephone: 0161 227 8198. Hulme Community Garden Centre (HCGC) is a unique community led inner-‐city hor-cultural project. Their mission is to bring the local community together through gardening.

As a not-‐for-‐profit organisa-on they provide low-‐cost plants to the local community but are foremost a volunteer and educa-on hub promo-ng hor-cultural and sustainability issues to schools, colleges, the local community and wider public. Please contact the venue for further informa-on and to confirm availability of workshop sessions. Further informa-on about current and forthcoming events are available on their website: www.hulmegardencentre.org.uk. Volunteers to help at Hulme Community Garden Centre (HCGC) are always welcome. Volunteering can be undertaken at any -me, with hours to suit you. However it is recommended that the best way to start is to phone HCGC on 0161 227 8198 and ask for Helene in order to discuss with her a day that would suit you. Their principal volunteers’ days are Wednesday 11am-‐4pm and Thursday 2-‐4pm. However they can also offer Friday, Saturday or Sunday, depending on the supervision required. By arrangement: Therapeu-c Hor-culture for adults with learning difficul-es or those who wish to improve their mental wellbeing. Call HCGC or email [email protected] to arrange a -me. By arrangement: Training in food growing for allotment growers, free. Please phone and speak to Katherine Moores to arrange a -me convenient for you. Thursdays: Toddler Gardening Club, crab or gardening session aimed at 0-‐3 years old, 11am-‐12pm, £2 per child including materials and refreshments. HCGC will be closed from Friday 23rd December 2011 and will reopen to the public on Monday 16th January 2012. building includes an Adult Educa-on Centre and Nashers Cafe. The library provides many services: African-‐Caribbean collec-on, books for loan, books for loan in Urdu, CDs for loan, children's DVDs, compu-ng facili-es, computer trainer,

HULME LIBRARY Hulme Library, Streuord Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5FQ. Telephone: 0161 227 3739. Email: [email protected]. The employment and training advice, exhibi-on space, fax, health informa-on point, internet access, language courses for loan, local studies collec-on, mee-ng room, newspapers and magazines, photocopying, talking books for loan. Please contact the venue for further informa-on. Thursdays (term -me only): Tiny Tots, 10.15-‐10.45am, under 5s, free. Stories, rhymes and songs.

KATH LOCKE CENTRE 123 Moss Lane East, Hulme, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M15 5DD. Telephone: 0161 455 0211. A variety of classes and therapies are available. Free condoms are available from recep-on Monday to Saturday. Further informa-on is also available on their website: hLp://www.thebiglifegroup.com/big-‐life-‐centres/ Mondays: Sugar Group, diabe-c support group, 1-‐3pm, £1. Mondays: Silver Surfers Computer Course, for the over 50s, 10am-‐12pm, free. Mondays (from 23rd January): Beginners Qigong class, 4-‐5pm, £3 voluntary contribu-on. Medita-ve exercise to help the mind, body and spirit. Mondays (from 23rd January): Intermediate Qigong class, 5-‐6pm, £3 voluntary contribu-on. Medita-ve exercise to help the mind, body and spirit. Tuesdays: Time Out Tuesdays, relaxa-on class drop in, 4-‐5pm, free.

Tuesdays: Flex It at 50, exercise for the over 50s, 12-‐1pm, £2 per session. Tuesdays: Soca aerobics, women only, 6.30-‐7.45pm, £4.50/£3.50 concs/£2.50 children (50p reduc-on for members). More informa-on at www.socaaerobics.co.uk Tuesdays: Social phobia, 7-‐9pm, free. Support group. Tuesdays: Low cost homeopathy clinic, -mes vary, call venue for further informa-on. £10 per person and £1.50 per remedy. Tuesdays: Drop in homeopathy clinic, 6-‐8pm. £5 per person. Thursdays: Iyengar Yoga, 6.30-‐7.45pm, first session is free, subsequent sessions £3. Thursdays: Zumba Gold (for the ac-ve older person), 10-‐10.45am, £3 per session. Fridays: Brazilian Body Sculp, women only, 9.30-‐10.30am, £2 per session. Fridays: Spangles and Bangles, workshop to make your own jewellery, 3.30-‐5pm, £2 adults/£1 children (accompanied by an adult). A range of art and crab materials are always on hand, and refreshments are provided. The club is a good way to meet people in a safe and suppor-ve environment, learn a new skill, have some fun and feel good about yourself. Saturdays: Tai Chi Qigong, 11am-‐12pm, £4/£3 concs. Various low cost therapies are available on an individual basis at a rate of £10 per session, including body massage, reflexology, and Indian head massage. Women only acupuncture is also available for £15 per session. Please contact the venue for further informa-on and to confirm -mes and availability of classes/therapies.

POLICE SURGERY The next local police surgery will be held at Binary Bar, Arundel Street, St Georges Island, Hulme on Thursday 26th January between 6-‐7pm. Phone 0161 872 5050 for general enquiries, to report a non-‐emergency incident or to check for -mes and venues of other police surgeries in Hulme/Moss Side. Other -mes and venues of police surgeries available on their website: www.gmp.police.uk – Your Neighbourhood – Metropolitan – Moss Side and Hulme – Hulme – Upcoming Mee-ngs. ST WILFRED’S ENTERPRISE CENTRE St Wilfred’s Enterprise Centre, Birchvale Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester M15 5BJ. Thursdays: West African drum classes, 7-‐9pm, £5/£4 concs/free for under 16s accompanied by a paying adult . Learn tradi-onal rhythms and songs in a friendly and relaxing environment with an experienced teacher. Suitable for all levels. Beginners welcome. All instruments provided. For more informa-on contact Craig 07910265221. ZION ARTS CENTRE 335 Streuord Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5ZA. Telephone: 0161 226 1912. Website: www.zionarts.com. A variety of workshops and events are available. Please contact the venue for further informa-on and updates, and to confirm -mes and availability of workshop sessions and events.

Mondays: Music Classes with One Educa-on Music, 4-‐9pm, ages 6-‐18, free (small registra-on charge – registra-on available every Monday). One Educa-on Music aims to increase accessibility and inclusion for all children and young people to partake in Music ac-vi-es. Every Monday they run a selec-on of music classes including: Polkadots (nursery age music classes) from 4pm, African Level Drumming from 4pm, Soul Choir (beginner) from 4pm, Soul Choir (intermediate) from 6.30pm, Manchester Central String Orchestra from 5.45pm, Manchester Youth String Orchestra from 7pm, Manchester Youth Stage Band from 5pm (alternate weeks) and Manchester Youth Wind Orchestra from 7pm (alternate weeks). Tui-on classes are also available for a fee and include: keyboard, guitar and lower strings. Mondays: Intermediate Ballet, 7-‐8pm, ages 18+, £5.50 per session or £45 for ten sessions. This class is perfect for people who used to dance when they were younger and great for physically fit people who have never done ballet before but always wanted to learn -‐ must be up for a challenge!! Age range 18 yrs +. We do not follow one specific syllabus but the style of ballet is a mix of RAD and Vaganova. Mondays: Intermediate Modern Jazz Dance with Dance MCR, 8-‐9pm, ages 18+, £5.50 per session or £45 for ten sessions. This class involves a thorough warm up focusing on building stamina, flexibility and core strength. This is followed by technique training, corner work, learning short sequences of movement and ends with learning a rou-ne to a variety of different styles of music which we build upon each week.

Tuesdays: Drama drop in, 4.30-‐5.30pm, open to 7-‐11 year olds, free. Are you interested in drama and can you see yourself performing on the big stage? Then Zion needs your talents at the Drama Drop In. This drama club is a great way to make new friends, build confidence and improve ac-ng and performance skills. Tuesdays: Love Soul Choir, 7-‐9pm, ages 16+. Love Soul Choir is a non-‐religious, Pop, Soul and Motown group. To join, apply online at www.lovesoulchoir.com to receive a friendly open audi-on which will allow you to show your passion for singing! Tuesdays (from 17th January): Beginners Contemporary Dance, 6.30-‐7,30pm, age 16+, £6. Ten week course led by professional dancer Julia Griffin, the Beginners Contemporary Dance Class is a great opportunity for those who really want to try out contemporary dance for the first -me or want to refresh skills learnt in the past! Learn how to co-‐ordinate dance and movement into a freedom of physical expression! Tuesdays (from 17th January): Advanced Contemporary Dance, age 16+, £7. Ten week course led by professional dancer Julia Griffin, the Advanced Contemporary Dance Class is a great opportunity for those who have had experienced contemporary dance and are looking to push themselves both physically and crea-vely! Learn how to co-‐ordinate dance and movement into a freedom of physical expression and exer-on! Tuesdays (from 17th January): Zion Young Performers (ZYP!), 6-‐8pm, ages 12-‐18, free. ZYP (Zion Young Performers) are Zion Arts Centre's in-‐house youth performance group. A theatre company for 12-‐18 year olds offering opportuni-es to develop sklills in drama, music & dance, to take part in masterclasses with industry professionals and to be in our annual full company produc-on in a professional theatre!

Wednesdays: Mix It Up Aberschool Club, 4-‐5pm, ages 7-‐11, free. Mix it Up is an aber school crea-ve workshop run by professional ar-sts designed so that children learn about drawing, movement, dance, music and anima-on exploring a different theme every week. Wednesdays: Break Dancing, 5-‐7pm, ages 12-‐18, free. 5-‐5.45pm Beginners and 6-‐6.45pm Improvers. Break dancing is a form of hip hop dancing many people enjoy watching, with its fast-‐paced moves and athle-c spins. Break dancing moves take -me and prac-ce to master and need fitness, flexibility and strength. Get a head start and start studying at Zion, with Jus-n a local break dancing champion. Wednesdays: Act Up North, 7-‐9pm, ages 18+. Adult screen ac-ng classes looking at ac-ng on and off camera split into 4 week modules. This course allows the inexperienced screen actor to develop and progress as well as those who have had some experience. Entry by audi-on with one free trial class. Wednesdays (from 2nd February): Introduc-on to Screen Prin-ng, 6-‐8pm, ages 16+, £130 for 6weeks (only 8 places so book fast!). Explore the technique of se{ng onto silk screens using the photosensi-ve. Learn how to use your own dedsigns/drawings and transform these into screen prints. There will be a range of fabric, papers, card and T-‐shirts for you to use and you get to take home whatever wonderful crea-ons you make! Thursdays: Steel Pans with One Educa-on Music, 4-‐9pm, ages 8-‐18, free. Registra-on available every Thursday. One Educa-on Music aims to increase accessibility and inclusion for all children and young people to partake in Music ac-vi-es

. Every Thursday One Educa-on Music provides free steel pans sessions for children of all ages and abili-es: Steel Orchestra Level 1/2 : 4.15pm-‐5.15pm (Beginner), Steel Orchestra Level 2/3 : 5.15pm-‐6.30pm (Intermediate) and Manchester Youth Steel Pan Orchestra : 6.30pm-‐8.45pm (Advanced). Thursdays: Capoeira Angola (Adults), 6.30-‐8pm, ages 15+, £5/£4 concs/£2 under 18s. Capoeira Angola is a rich cultural art form that originated with African slaves who were taken to Brazil. It incorporates elements of fight, dance, self-‐expression, playful game, music, singing and rituals. The class is led by the established Capoeira organisa-on, Capoeira Manchester, and is a great way to get in shape and meet new people. Fridays: Zumbalicious – Zumba Fitness Class, 7-‐8pm, £5/£4 concs. Zumba Fitness is a la-n inspired dance fitness class for all levels. Don't worry if you have 2, 4 or even 7 leb feet -‐ just come along and party! It is a funky, fun, sexy, high energy fitness session that will help you to lose weight, gain confidence and will leave you feeling 100% energised! Saturdays: Street Dance for Kids, 10am-‐12pm, open to children aged 5-‐11 years, £2. Do you see yourself as the next Diversity or George Sampson? Are you a fan of the 'Step Up' films? Na-onal championship dancer Naomi can help you perfect your coordina-on, rhythm, dance and urban style. Each Saturday come down, keep fit and have fun!

Saturdays: Sat’dy All Sorts, 11am-‐1pm, open to 10-‐18 year olds, free. Come and express yourself with Sat'dy All Sorts! We are looking for talented young people with an interest in music to be part of our Sat'dy All Sorts team. We are looking for film editors, stage managers, ligh-ng designers, ar-sts and promoters as well as performers of all types! No previous experience necessary, come and learn from our team of industry professionals and be part of something exci-ng! Saturdays: Capoeira Kids, 11am-‐12pm (ages 3-‐8) and 12-‐1pm (ages 9-‐16), free. Capoeira Angola is a rich cultural art form that originated with African slaves who were taken to Brazil. A social, physical ac-vity that is fun, playful, exci-ng and educa-onal. Sessions include movement, dance, playing music, singing and learning about Brazil. Saturdays: Capoeira Prac-ce, 12-‐1.30pm, age 15+, £3 adults/kids free. Capoeira Prac-ce is a chance for students from the adults and kids classes to share what they have learnt and prac-ce in a friendly and suppor-ve environment. Capoeira Angola is a rich cultural art form that originated with African slaves who were taken to Brazil. It incorporates elements of fight, dance, self-‐expression, playful game, music, singing and rituals. The class is led by the established Capoeira organisa-on, Capoeira Manchester, and is a great way to get in shape and meet new people. EVENT: Souvenir D'Anne Frank, £10/£5 Concessions. Special rates for group bookings (contact 0161 236 2533/6662). Performance dates and -mes: Preview: Saturday 21st January at 7.30pm (all seats £4), Premiere: Friday 27th January at 7.30pm (Holocaust Memorial Day), 2nd -‐ 4th February (ma-nee performances at 1pm, evening performances at 7.30pm).

A young Japanese girl journeys into a magical landscape of dreams and memories inspired by Anne Frank's diary in the opening tour of this original piece of theatre celebra-ng the life of Anne Frank. East and West are drawn together through live music, songs, stories and words from Anne's extraordinary diary. ZION COMMUNITY HEALTH AND RESOURCE CENTRE 339 Streuord Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 4ZY. Telephone 0161 226 5412. Informa-on is also available on their website: hLp://www.zioncentre.co.uk On a daily basis HARP Team Presents: Good Mood Food Café. Low cost healthy breakfasts and lunches! They also provide an outside catering service and have training opportuni-es for volunteers. DASH Needle Exchange: Open from 9.30am daily and from 1pm on Monday. Free support and advice around issues concerning drugs. Confiden-al needle exchange and condom distribu-on. Free Computer Suite: available daily from 9.30am-‐4pm, apart from Monday when it is available from 9.30am-‐2.30pm. Browse the web, CVs, job search and training packages to suit your needs. Urban gym: a new outdoor gym is now available at the Zion. It is designed for low impact exercise, their equipment is specialised in developing your balance, raising your cardio and increasing your flexibility. The gym is available Mon/Weds/Fri 8.30am-‐6pm, Tues/Thur 8.30am-‐8pm, Sat 10am-‐2pm.

Monday: “Bea-ng the Blues” Cogni-ve Behavioural Therapy (cCBT), 2.30-‐5.30pm. An 8 week computerised course designed to aid people affected by depression and/or anxiety. Enquiries: 0161 226 3871. Tuesday: Floristry Course, 10am-‐1pm. Gain a NCFE Level 2 qualifica-on through this 51 hour course. Tuesday: Massage, 10am-‐1pm, £7.50 waged/£5 unwaged. Treat yourself to a tailor-‐made soothing massage to take away your aches and pains. Tuesday: Yoga, 6-‐7.30pm, dona-on. Tuesday: SHARE: Self Harm Awareness and Recovery for Everyone, 6-‐8pm, free. A friendly and caring drop-‐in self help group that is open to everyone. The group supports people who are experiencing issues around self harm. Wednesday: ASHA Drop-‐in, 9am-‐5pm, free. Support and advice for failed asylum seekers, first come first served. Wednesday: Posi-ve Lifestyles, a 12 week course affirming that ‘posi-ve living’ is a lifestyle choice. Wednesday: Zion Anxiety Drop-‐In, 1-‐3pm, free. Support for people living with any anxiety related disorder. Wednesday: Zion Depression Drop-‐In, 3-‐5pm, free. Support for people living with any form of depression. Thursday: ASHA Drop-‐in, 9am-‐5pm, free. Support and advice for failed asylum seekers, first come first served. Thursday: Floristry course, 1-‐4pm. Gain a NCFE Level 1 qualifica-on. Thursday: S-tch ‘n’ Bitch, 1.30-‐3.30pm, dona-ons. Kni{ng and crochet drop-‐in group for all levels. We’ll even teach you how! All ages and abili-es. Thursday: “Bea-ng the Blues” Cogni-ve Behavioural Therapy (cCBT), 4.30-‐7.30pm.

An 8 week computerised course designed to aid people affected by depression and/or anxiety. Enquiries: 0161 226 3871. Thursday (from January): Menz health group, 5-‐7pm, dona-on. A chance for men to get together for various ac-vi-es and discussions. Friday: Yoga, 12-‐1pm, free. All levels welcome and prac-ce maps provided. Friday: Women of the World drop-‐in, 1-‐4pm, dona-on. Get together! Share, listen, laugh and learn! Free refreshments provided. Women only. Friday (from 20th January): Qigong, 4.30-‐5.30pm, £3 voluntary contribu-on. Medita-ve exercise to help the mind, body and spirit. Women only. Saturday: Hor-culture, 10am-‐1pm. Gain a NCFE qualifica-on through this course. First Wednesday of the month: In-‐house Solicitor. Free advice from experienced solicitors. To book an appointment please contact 0161 226 5412. Last Thursday of the month: Homeopathy for Health, 5.30-‐8pm, £7.50 waged/£5 unwaged. To book an appointment please call: 0161 455 0215 or 0161 226 5421.

NOTICE OF ELECTION Elec-ons for the following were elected at the AGM

Coordinators:

Maintenance Tony Pace Gardening John Pugh Publicity and informa-on Niki Chenery Network Chris Middleton Membership Sian and Rob Finance Luke Hayward The following have been elected by the relevant working group: Publicity and Informa-on Deputy -‐ Eddie Koehler Events Group Coordinator Janine James Network Group Deputy -‐ Vacant Gardening Deputy -‐ Joey Collins Membership Deputy -‐ Nikki Harrison/ Johnny Tasker Maintenance Deputy -‐ MaQhew Forster Improvements -‐ Shelagh Murphy Security, H&S -‐ Lee Fullwood Finance – Deputy -‐ Rob Harrison

CommiLee At the AGM the elec-ons the following were elected: Niki Chenery Paul Fitzgerald Rob Harrison Jane Lennard Janine James Lee Fullwood Shelagh Murphy Luke Heyward

At the May mee-ng Chantelle ScoL was elected she resigned in January see below There is 1 vacancy on the commiLee In order to be a candidate for the commiLee you must fill in and sign the nomina-on form below (If you do not wish to spoil your newsleLer a piece of paper with the same or similar words will be acceptable). You must be a member to be a candidate for elec-on to the commiLee. If you wish to be a candidate for the commiLee elec-ons and you cannot aLend the elec-on at the GM you must fill in and sign the form and you should also provide a reason for your inability to aLend. This reason must be accepted by the general mee-ng before you will be allowed be a candidate. NOTE you must be present when the elec-on is conducted NOT just signed in! The elec-on will be conducted by ballot paper aber the candidates have addressed the mee-ng and answered any ques-ons. Ques-ons must be in wri-ng and must address all candidates. These elec-ons will be by the alterna-ve vote. Re-‐ open nomina-ons will also be a candidate Nomina-ons for commiLee will be kept secret by me un-l the nomina-ons close. You are however welcome to announce your inten-on to stand in any way you feel necessary (ie Yell etc) -‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐ Nomina-on form I wish to be a candidate for the commiLee elec-ons (Insert name)_____________________________________________ Normal Signature ________________________________________ Keith Underhill (Returning Officer) Flat 303 email [email protected] (0779 268 6588)

GENERAL MEETING MINUTES 20th December 2011 18:35 GMT Chair: Keith Underhill Minutes: Siân WhiLon/Keith Underhill 1) Members present: Julie Roberts, Keith Underhill, Andy Barton, Jamie Redhead, MaL Dunning, Shelagh Murphy, Chris Middleton, John Pugh, Angelo Kovacevic, Hannah Berry, Siân WhiLon, Luke Hayward, Lucy Cooper, Niki Chenery, Zia James, Jordan Dobson, Janine James, Mark Hodgkinson Non Members present: Chiara Addis, Jaki Ademuyiwa, Helen Butcher, Nancy Jackson, Ruth Middleton, Xen Hasan, Nic Elsby, Eloise Cockcrob, Jazmine Lloyd, Cathy Boardman, David Dunlop, Rebecca Murray Apologies: Angelo Kovacevic JR, Chantelle ScoL, Karina Nyananyo, Alex Buckley, James Foley, Jo Foley, Joey Collins, Fiona Rielly, Fiona Smith, Jonny Tasker, David Redhead, Nicki Harrison 2) New People. Cathy Boardman, Nic Elsby and Eloise Cockcrob introduced themselves.

3) Minutes of November GM: 3.1 Any Correc-ons – none 3.2 MaLer arising – NO Minutes were PASSED as a true and correct record with 5 absten-ons 4) CommiLee report There were no ques-ons. 5) CommiLee report Ra-fica-on The Report was PASSED With 2 absten-ons 6) Date, Time and Venue of next mee-ng Next GM Mee-ng: Tuesday 17th January @ HFC Yard Theatre Next commiLee Mee-ng: Wednesday 4th January @ Mee-ng Room Dead Line for GM Agenda : 3rd January 2012 7) Any other Business None 9) By Elec-on for Network Coordinator Chris Middleston was elected (with 1 absten-on) Closed Session 8.) Xen Hasan was elected to membership The mee-ng finished at 18:47

CommiQee Mee9ng Minutes 4th January 2012, 6.30pm Members Room Chair Rob Harrison Minutes Keith Underhill CommiLee Present(4/8): Niki Chenery, Luke Hayward, Shelagh Murphy, Rob Harrison Apologies: None Also present: Mosscare representa-ve , Keith Underhill (chair of GM) 1. Mosscare Report Agreed(1): Case 7 The NTQ will be withdrawn if the tenant pays the missing week. 2. Mosscare LeQers Mosscare has provided a copy of leLers sent to tenants Nikki and Shelagh will review them. 3. Rent Increase It was agreed that the Service charge should increase be 5.6% and the rent should go up by 3% to be put as a separate mo-on 4. Chantelle ScoQ has resigned from the commiQee There will be a by elec-on at the GM

5. Invoices Serious concerns were raised about the informality of a substan-al invoice from events group, for which cash was given. The debit card can be used for goods but not services. Where a working group needs a supplier of a service to be paid in advance, they must request a proforma invoice. Agreed(5): For Services pro forma invoices should be produced before payments in advance. 6. Complaints Policy This is progressing, the appeal will now be to a closed session GM. The right to veto any commiLee member to be removed. Nikki to con-nue working on the dab. 7. Minutes of the last mee9ng. 7.1 Agreed : The minutes of the mee9ng as amended are a true and correct record. 7.2 MaQers arising WFC to be asked for clarifica-on of the new electricity supply for Kim’s Internet Banking Rob and Luke to progress this Proba-onary tenancy Siân WhiLon from membership group is dealing with this. 8. Complaints There was a complaint.

GENERAL MEETING AGENDA 17th January 2012, 6.30pm, Yard Theatre Prospec-ve Member’s Surgery is from 6.00pm to 6.30pm and is for prospec-ve members to get any support and advice about becoming a member of the co-‐op. 1. Members present, apologies, non-‐members present 2. Introduc-on of new people 3. Minutes of Last GM 3.1. Any correc-ons 3.2. MaLers arising 4. CommiLee report 5.  Ra-fica-on of commiLee report

6. Rent Increases (CommiLee) Resolves to increase the rent by 3% and the service charge by 5.6% 7. Date, -me and venue of next mee-ng 8. Any other business (to be given to the chair before mee-ng starts) 9. CommiLee By Elec-on Closed session 10. Jaki Ademuyiwa and Chiara Addis -‐ Elec-on to membership 11. Other closed session business

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