Those present: Garry Turnbull (chair), Anne Brown, Elizabeth Owen, Sarah Leon, Pelle, Catriona Andrews
1. Apologies of absence were received from; Tim Sutton, Chris Van Duuren, Lia, Sheilds, Barney.
2. Previous Minutes of the 13th Jan meeting were approved. It was noted that Anne Brown hadn't seen a copy and Pelle wasn't able to find them on the web site. He will send a request to be included on the mailing list.
3. Treasures Report With Chris Van D absent there was no update.
4. Keith Hill Meeting It was noted that Keith Hill had cancelled at the last minute. Members were concerned about the lack of apparent interest in the meeting as only 3 people turned up on the night who were not directly connected to JAG. It was raining on the night and this may have had an effect on numbers. After some discussion it was felt that there would not be much point in organizing a further meeting with such a potentially poor turnout. Suggestions were to perhaps invite the MP to a JAG meeting or the next AGM. To be considered at the next meet.
5. Traffic and Parking After some discussion regarding traffic and parking it was clear that some members felt that road safety was a more important issue than parking.
Garry reported that after communicating with Councillor Torren Smith it was clear that the key issue was the setting of the Lambeth Budget in Feb / March. He suggested a list of people to lobby as having influence on the budget process;
• Peter Truesdale (Council Leader/ ptruesdale@lambeth.gov.uk)
• John Whelan (Deputy Council Leader/ jwhelan@lambeth.gov.uk)
• Ashley Lumsden (Finance Executive Member/ alumsden@lambeth.gov.uk)
• Andrew Sawdon (Highways Executive Member/ asawdon@lambeth.gov.uk)
• Keith Fitchett (Housing Executive Member - but also Brixton Water Lane resident/ kfitchett@lambeth.gov.uk)
It appears to be the case that if monies are allocated then there is a chance that our area might get a consultation on CPZ in the coming year. This is not certain however.
Torren also confirmed that he had submitted a petion of 150 signatures concerning this matter to the council.
Keith Hill also replied to Garry suggesting that although sympathetic, there was not much he could do within his powers except to hand on a further petition to the traffic dept. which Catriona Andrews is currently preparing.
Bill Basra ( BBasra@lambeth.gov.com) has also informed us of the setting up of a Parking Commission in Lambeth to investigate parking and funding issues. They will be holding 2 public hearings, on 20th (11.00am to 2.00pm) and 25th March (7.00pm to 10.00pm) in the Assembly Hall of the Town Hall. We should make an effort to be there.
The proposed painting of yellow lines in the street was mentioned. It was decided to wait until the position regarding funding / consultation on a CPZ was clearer before progressing the matter.
6. London Quadrent Gardens No update.
7. Traders List No update.
8. Street Notice Board Email from Tim; ‘I have spoken to Paul regarding the street notice board. He is rather busy work-wise at the moment but will give it some thought and let us know’.
9. Derelict Site at 85 Brixton Hill, Email from Tim; ‘As far as the derelict site at 85 Brixton Hill goes I haven't yet written to the planning department regarding objections and representation at the March planning meeting but will do so by the end of this week’.
Members noted that part of the boundary fence had blown down in last weeks gale and although tidied up, nothing has been done about making good. Garry to call the council.
Garry noted that renovation work has started on the adjacent property, No 83.
10. Carpet Right Forecourt Sarah has spoken with James of No 48 JA who had quoted for the contract to maintain the frontage. He is currently in negotiation with Carpet Right re the work. Sarah will keep us informed.
11. Eco Survey Elizabeth has repeatedly tried to contact Aaron at the Brockwell Park Greenhouses but with no success. She will poss try again and report to the next meeting.
12. Caravan at 30 J.A. No update.
13. Marie Stopes Extension Garry reported that the planning application for an extension had been refused. Residents were waiting ti hear whether there would be an appeal.
14. Lock-Up garages at 60 J.A. Elizabeth had rung the planning department who reported that they had no record of such an application. There was a suggestion that it may be old and have lapsed. Unless we hear further, the matter will be dropped.
15. Other Matters
• Garry reported that at long last the plastic windows had been replaced with timber at the developement at 87 Brixton Hill. (actually the end of Jos. Av. )
16. To Do List:
Garry Turnbull Continue parking lobbying. Call Council re dangerous fence at 85 Brixton Hill.
Sarah Leon Liase with James re the Carpet Right Forecourt.
Tim Sutton Write to Planning Dept re 85 Brixton Hill. Talk to Paul re notice board.
Catriona Andrews To comlete Appach parking petion and submit.
ALL Continue lobby/writing to the council regarding funding for a traffic/parking consultation.
Try to attend one of the Parking Commission open meetings.
17. The next JAG meeting will be held on:
Tuesday 9th March, 2004 at 57 Josephine Avenue at 8.00pm, PROMPT!
Meeting closed at 9.15pm
Future Meets 2004: Wed 14th April, Tues 11th May, Wed 9th June, Tues 13th July, Wed 11th Aug,
Tues 14th Sept, Wed 13th Oct, Tues 9th Nov, Wed 8th Dec.