October Minutes 2010

Meeting:  04.10.2010

Present: George Coxwell, Brian Hyde, Lorraine Kemble, Howard Lambert, Tony Arens, Gauri-das.

Absent: Alistair Pinkerton, Micky Green.

1.       Previous minutes were read

2.       Bank Account: George and Howard are in the process of formalising the account and the new signatories will be: George, Lorraine and Howard.

3.       Elstree Sub Station: George wrote to the Council raising the Society’s concerns about the proposed development. The location of the development was thought to be to closed to Hilfield lane, and would require the removal of several trees. The Council did not respond to the letter and were neither helpful over the phone. Permission had been granted as they were of the opinion that the development fell well within the planning remit of the power station.  Due to the lake of response and fast tracking of the application, we will continue looking into the matter.

4.       Patchetts Equestrian Centre: a new garbage disposal unit has been applied for by the Centre. As far as it has been understood the development is out of sight for villagers, as it is stationed admist the high barns on the property. George will, however, inquire further into the details of the matter. If we are correct about the location, and no concerns are raised by either villagers or caravan park residents, we will not take issue.

5.       Speed Limit on the B462: Concern was raised about the 50 mph speed limit on the B456 Radlett Road. All members were of the opinion that it should be reduced to 30mph. There have been several near-miss situations, and because of this accident proneness of the area, the Society will begin to lobby for a change.

6.       Local Shooting: Around Patchetts there have been numerous occasions of the recreational shooting of local wildlife. The Society will raise the question of the appropriateness of such a sport in the locality, considering both the wildlife and local pedestrians.

7.       Otterspool and Wall hall: residents of these localities will be included in the Society’s mailing list.

8.       Newsletter: a newsletter will be prepared for distribution before Christmas.

9.       Next Meeting: 6 December at Tony’s place.