The AGM was held on the 6 November and was attended by around 35 residents who were taken through the work of the VA during the year as well as our areas of focus for 2018 along with the audited accounts for 2016 and the budget for next year, which shows a 5% increase.

The VA’s work during 2017 was presented and included the following areas of focus: Introduction of the new Warden Service in April and John West was on hand to respond to questions regarding the service. The feedback on the new service has been very positive, with their increased visibility being key benefit commented upon.

The work on the transfer of the playground from CBCT and the freeholds to CBCT was an area of much discussion.

Parking continues to be an area of frustration for many and this year we have introduced the Inconsiderate Parking notices and addressed several parking issues across the development as well as undertaken a review of potential improvements to known hotspots.

Additional areas included:

• setting up of the new landscape contract

• increased engagement and management of Hazelvine

• greater focus on the arrears

• increased communications with residents

• recruitment of a new director

• refurbishment of the benches and bins

• preparation for the removal of the trees in Sergeants Place and the installation of CCTV in 2018.

The VA’s plans and focus for 2018, was also shared and includes:

• Parking – how can we continue to improve?

• Introduce a 20mph speed limit is proposed and received overwhelming support.

• Review and update, as needed, the Village Code.

• Address the state of the walkway in Brigade Place.

• Engage with and develop a working relationship with CBCT.

• Undertake an audit of all signage - tiding up, taking down and adding as necessary.

• Hazelvine – establish an SLA and work with them to improve the experience for residents.

• Remove the 3 large trees in Sergeants Place

• Introduce a CCTV base system with initial cameras at the entrance to the development.

• Drive greater engagement by residents and business in the work of the VA.

​The AGM also saw those present and 16 proxy votes re-elect Paul Pozzoni and elect Carolle Kay as Directors of the VA for another term.

The meeting continued with a Q&A session, with questions raised on many of the topics covered with emphasis on Hazelvine, the budget and the introduction of CCTV.