Present:

C. Collins, G. Nicholson, L. Dartnell, S. Cheeseman, C. Cheeseman, D. Smith, Barnes,E. Stevens, A. Klecha, K. Walsh, A. Gudge.

Apologies:

A. Colllins, P. Jay, M. Jay, L. Roast.

 

Matters Arising:

None

 

Rosedale Road Report:

The purchase of 6 tarpaulins £17 each from B & Q was agreed so that unworked/unused plots can be covered. £102 given to Chris. No invoice as yet from Mosaic regarding tree felling. Several plots not worked, letter/emails to be sent. Hopefully replies will be received.

 

Bull Meadow Report:

Sewerage leak on site, also a water leak, water has been turned off until the problem is fixed. Luke Love from Thurrock Council informed. A large tree fell from the old Council Nursery site onto the car park. Car park has been cleared, tree left on site. Thanks to John and Clive for their help.

Two hosepipes have been stolen. Please make sure hoses are not left trailing along paths as this is a trip hazard and could cause a nasty accident.

Gate is still being left open PLEASE SHUT GATE AT ALL TIMES. Andrew is going to put a combination lock on the pedestrian gate – plot-holders will be notified of combination numbers. Manure on site.

 

Treasurer’s Report:

Raffle raised £9.  Balance £4272.81 (income £30 Grow organic)            (expenditure £2.03 water)

 

A.O.B.

Site open day has been changed to Saturday 5^th August (more convenient for some members) Donations of produce/preserves/cakes and help on the day appreciated

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Smiths selling days: 9^th July 10 – 1 p.m. donations of produce etc and help needed 15^th October 10-1p.m. donations of produce etc and help needed.

BBQ  SATURDAY 8^TH JULY 5 P.M. – ?? BRING SOME FOOD TO COOK, AND SOME DRINK –    ALL WELCOME.

AGM HAS BEEN CHANGED TO FRIDAY 6^TH OCTOBER (subs to be paid at the latest at this meeting)

 Veggie Comp at AGM :  3 best(same) above ground  and 3 best(same) below ground.

There will be an outing to Canterbury Food & Drink Festival (agreed by members present) on Saturday 23^rd September IF ENOUGH PEOPLE ARE INTERESTED. Cost to be confirmed – usually about £12-14. Please contact Chris by email/phone to add your name

Gro Organic still available £6 per bag see Alan or Clive.

Next meeting Friday 8^th September 8 p.m. Tyrells Hall.