Minutes of the committee meeting – 14th October 2018
La Association de Gata Residential Committee meeting No74
Sunday 14th October 2018
| Committee member | Position | Representative | Present(P)/Apologies(A) |
| Louise Kirkley | President | M18/M19 | P |
| Angie Dickinson | Vice-president | M1A | P |
| Peter Bayliss | Membership Secretary | M2 | P |
| Paul Elvey | Treasurer | M9 | P |
| Gill Parker | Secretary | P | |
| Jim Wilford | M1B | A | |
| John Bishop | M1C | P | |
| Pete Whitbread | M3 | P | |
| Anne Williams | M4 | P | |
| Patrick Price | M5 | ||
| Brian Fielding | M8 | P | |
| Andy Robson | M10 | A | |
| Kathy Thompson | M12A | P | |
| Maria del Valle Arroyo | M13 | P | |
| Ian Rogers | M14/M15 | P | |
| Sigmund Bang | M16 | P | |
| David Cox | M20/M21 | A | |
| David Endeacot | M24 | P | |
| Paul Trunchion | M6 | P | |
| No representation | M7/M11/M12B |
- Apologies and introductions.
Apologies from Jim Wilford
Andy Robson
David Cox
Kathy Thompson introduced as the new representative for M12A.
- Minutes of previous meeting
A correction to the minutes, Paul Elvey was present, not absent as written.
- Change of bank account
Change of bank account is going through we are just waiting for the cheque book. An update
has been disseminated to members.
Peter Bayliss advises that any new members can go directly to the bank to pay membership fee.
- Time line summary
The document has been put on the website and will be updated.
- Site adoption (meeting held on 20th September)
A summary of this meeting has been distributed. The purpose of the meeting was to re open the lines of communication with the town council. Some members have approached Louise Kirkley and said that they feel this is not enough. The committee makes no apology for this. Ongoing issues were raised at the meeting and our lawyer Guillermo was very firm. There is a hope for further meetings and Louise will make future appointments.
Guillermo is still pursuing the legal issues.
The committee is doing it’s best, but has limited power. We will try to proceed amicably as it was felt that if we stamp our feet we may be cut out of communication altogether.
Louise Kirkley stated that the meeting on 20th September was productive. We had the opportunity to reiterate our concerns and frustrations.
It was stated that the court appeal process could take 1 to 2 years or more before it is resolved.
The AVAL was once again discussed this issue was raised at the meeting and Guillermo is pursuing this issue.
We are still waiting for an answer as to what works need to be completed and how much this will cost. We are also waiting for a breakdown of the AVAL.
There was a suggestion that the mayoress should have a copy of our minutes from the meeting Angie Dickinson will e mail them to her.
Louise Kirkley, Peter Bayliss and Angie Dickinson have been thanked for their work so far.
- Instancia reporting
Should any individuals have any issues of potential danger they need to submit an instancia ie wooden steps, street lights not working etc. it was recommended that people take photos to pass to the town hall and that copies be sent to Louise Kirkley or Peter Bayliss so a record can be kept for future meetings.
Louise Kirkley has submitted an Instancia for the street lighting on Garrofers and Ametlers as the lights have been out for several weeks. This issue also needs householders on the effected roads to put in an Instancia to highlight the safety and security issues.
The association cannot raise instancias for other people. We will ofcourse help, but we need the complainant to raise the instancia and send us a copy for the records so that we can refer to specific issues when necessary with the council.
A copy of the general Instancia will be put on the website for individuals to download.
With regard to the rotting bins Louise Kirkley has raised an Instancia with Sol Gata along with photos. Anne Williams confirmed they have been cleaned.
Peter Whitbread asked if it was possible for the association to purchase a petrol strimmer to assist with ongoing clean ups. It was agreed that Peter Whitbread will ask the council if the use of the strimmer would be allowed then further discussion can take place.
- Treasurers report.
Cash Flow for period 01/01/2018 to 06/10/2018
Amount spent this period 185.54
Income this period 440.00
Cash in Hand at end of Sept 2018 -25.78 (minus)
Balance at bank 6/10/18 9.234.55
Balance at bank at the commencement of this period (1/1/2018) = 8.877.27
An explanation of any transaction or cash movement is always available, as well as the auditors report, as issued prior to the AGM.
Note: member subs = 440.00 this period
Note: Bank now changed to La Caixa IBAN ES88 2100 7970 2602 0009 2593
- Membership Report
Peter Bayliss encouraged reps to chase up new occupants with regards to membership of the association and he will provide on request a list of members for each area and e mail addresses for members.
- Social committee report
Anne Williams will be organising the next ladies lunch.
Next Barmy Bingo is 25/10/18
The walking club has recommenced.
At present there are no plans to have a Xmas Fayre.
- Any other business
With regard to furniture being left by the bins it was pointed out that if you contact the town hall and leave the furniture by the bins last thing at night they will collect it first thing in the morning.
There is a cooking oil deposit in Gata on the back road near Coral de Pato by the bins.
It was reiterated that the message group is for sharing information (not for businesses to advertise). Items for sale can only be advertised once.
Paul Truchion has updated notice board at the bottom of M6.
The next meeting will be Sunday 25th November.
