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SUMMARY:Kings Feast Winter Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Shout it from the balcony\, the winter holidays are almost here. And there’s no better time than the holiday season for a party. Hackney Showroom and Kings Crescent TRA invite you to celebrate the end of 2021 with an evening of food\, music\, games\, prizes and of course\, tonnes of fun. \n5-7pm\nA fabulous evening for residents aged under 15 and their families. DJ Emilia Harmony will be in charge of getting The first part of the evening kicks off with a winter ball for kids and their families. Hosted by Disco Loco ‘s MC Chu-i & Dj Emilia Harmony\, get your glad rags on\, get those party feet moving and join us for an on an evening of festive magic\, music\, pizza\, dancing\, craft and dance floor shenanigans. \n7-9pm\nHackney Showroom’s Sam Curtis Lindsay will be your host for a night of good (veggie friendly) food Courtesy of Otantic\, classic games\, silly prizes and lots of laughs\, followed by a knees up. \nPlease book individual tickets for each person coming and let us know which part(s) of the party you will be attending
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/kings-feast-winter-extravaganza/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:community event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hackney Showroom":MAILTO:hello@hackneyshowroom.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211207T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211207T210000
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SUMMARY:Winter Market & Community meeting December 2021
DESCRIPTION:TRA Community Meeting Minutes\n\nTuesday 07 December 2021 7pm-7.40pm \n(Short official meeting during the ‘Winter Market’ event 6-9pm) \nMeeting Held in Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, N4 2BN \n  \n\n\n\nAgenda Item\nAction\n\n\n1\nWelcome and Introductions \nIn attendance: \nResidents: \n7 residents (names removed for web version)\nNon-residents \nJohn Morris (Source Partnership)\, \nNina (Hackney Showroom)\, \nApologies: \n4 TRA committee members (names removed for web version) \n  \nApprove minutes from September 2021 \nEmley proposed\, Jill seconded\n  \n \n\n\n2\nResidents Group (TRA) Committee Updates \nPlanned events & activities \nTricky to do a lot with covid. Every year can make funding apps. We made a few and have done projects. These have included: \nArt project \nHackney Showroom youth magazine \nOnline quiz \nHave funding for gardening project and done a few events. have a gardening plan including for inherited allotment plots\, put together by Hackney Herbal. There is a gardening group. \n  \nCommunity Development Fund \nHave just reconciled projects from last financial year\, so now eligible to claim for this financial year which finishes in March. Things we are spending on: \nBLM film by resident film maker (already commissioned with £600 allocated). \nOther plans: \nOther gardening events (we have a plan from Hackney Herbal) \nKing’s Feast party (quarterly) \nHomework club is now going to become a youth club on Thursdays with quiet time then activity\, looking for people in community with skills to share \nOlder people’s theatre trip \nHackney Showroom will be doing another brochure with upcoming events \nEmley looking for any ideas and how we can spend money\n\n\n\n3\nHackney Showroom Update \nHave been fundraising for next year and fitting out new space. Events space is nearly finished – has curtains sound proofing…. is suitable for theatre\, live events\, parties. \n  \nThey are building a programme of regular activities: \nThere is a lunch club on Fridays 12 – 2 for older people but under 60s welcome! \nChildren’s library evey week on Tuesdays \nFutureheads 8 – 11years – holiday programmes \nWednesdays disco\, soft play for under 5s \n  \nNow also starting to take bookings from practitioners like yoga \nIn Jan will be starting to do youth work including 8 weeks of detached youth work (2 workers outside every Friday for 8 weeks) \nFirst theatre show will be in Feb \n  \nHackney Showroom hires out space with different rates depending on community benefit etc. Jill says prices are really reasonable for residents! The smaller side is prioritised for community use.\n\n\n\n4\nUpdate from Source Partnership \nSP are coordinating a small working group to propose design ideas for the new community centre (currently incudes Emley\, Andrew and Remi). Getting early ideas and looking for more people to join in! \n  \nCommunity centre will be a shell but SP facilitating early conversation with residents so we can get a proper brief together in time for constructors to fit out properly when they carry out the work. E.g. kitchen facilities. What use we want\, how the space will be subdivided. \n  \nCouncil are also keen to look at different models of management\, e.g. similar arrangement to the one we have with Hackney Showroom\, e.g.. occupied by social enterprises/ locally based organisation that run activities\, \n  \nWon’t be open for 2 or 3 years but decisions about what to be sone needs to be done by late summer 2022. Looking at other community centres locally to visit\, e.g. Woodberry Down. \n  \nContract recommendation should have been approved for new contractor last night at council cabinet meeting\, so notices should be issued to leaseholders early Jan \n  \nKathy suggested using some of the CDF towards something to make things a bit better while the works are going on. \nSuggestion of hoardings as an art project. Ron has already talked about getting Andrew involved with this. Suggestion that could be used for local people telling their stories. \n  \nTimings 30-day consultation period before contractor signatures (likely in March) \nRon will be running workshops \nJohn thinks it’s possible a compromise the council may agree to is 5-year clock starting on a specific date that’s applicable to everyone\, possibly the start on site date (relating to Section 20 notice for leaseholders in South Blocks)\n\n\n\n5\nOpen Conversation  \nDidn’t have formal open conversation but talked about the effect works will have on the estate and had an ideas board for the £3k community development fund. Ideas written on so far include: \nBritannia Leisure Centre Swim trip \nYouth Projects \nMuseum Trip \nSewing/knitting group \nParties \nBeach trip \nSports day \nVegetarian and vegan community meal \nElectrical repair workshop \nWellbeing classes; yoga\, pilates\, meditation\, Zumba \nBoard to remain in place for upcoming party to get more resident feedback. \n \n\n\n\nDates of next meetings & close \nETRA 12 Jan 2022 \nNext community meeting Wednesday 9 March 2022\n\n\n\n\n  \nAdditional information: \n\nPlease note that this meeting is focused on community building. The next meeting for discussing estate related issues with Hackney is at the ETRA meeting 12 January 2022.\nSee https:/ for details of upcoming events and minutes of previous meetings.\nTo get in touch with the committee: Email KingsCrescentN4@gmail.com call/text/WhatsApp 07925668497 Social Media: @KingsCrescentN4\nPlease complete this form to be added to our (e)mailing list: http://eepurl.com/g-NGbD\n\n\nBelow images show the resident feedback gathered both at this meeting and also at the Kings Feast event a few days later: \n \n \nPrevious information:\n\nKINGS CRESCENT WINTER MARKET\n6-9pm | Tuesday 7 December | FREE\n\nWhether you’re a local maker\, a trader or just have jumble to sell… or you’re looking for that perfect present or something interesting to buy\, please join us on 7 December for a festive indoor market. We’ll have everything from the finest crafts to novelty items\, cakes and some good old brik-a-brak.\n\nPLUS from 7-7.40pm you can pop into the Studio for the Kings Crescent Tenants & Residents Association meeting. The community meeting is an opportunity to find out the latest and for you input your ideas and suggestions. Mulled-wine and mince pies on the house!\n\nIf you would like to have a stall at the market it will be £5 and we’ll provide a tabletop stall.\nBook your stall here\nThe community meeting (7-7.40pm) is hosted by the Tenants & Residents Association (TRA) committee aims to celebrate the community which already exists on Kings Crescent and look for ways to develop this further. \nIt’s a chance for residents to discuss what events and activities we want to have here\, meet your neighbours etc.  \nLet us know if you have any ideas!  \nKingsCrescentN4@gmail.com \nFeaturing: \n\nUpdates from the TRA committee\nUpdates from Hackney Showroom\nAn opportunity to share your opinion and ideas\n\nPlease note these community focused meetings take place in March\, June\, September and December each year. \nThere are separate meetings to discuss estate related issues (with Hackney representatives attending) in January\, April\, July\, October. \n  \nTRA Community Meeting Agenda \nTuesday 07 December 2021 7pm-7.40pm \n(Short official meeting during the ‘Winter Market’ event 6-9pm) \nHackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, N4 2BN \nTRA committee members will be in the Studio space from 6-9pm during the ‘Winter Market’ to chat to residents\, get feedback\, listen to ideas\, answer questions etc.  \n\n\n\n \nAgenda Item\nSuggested \nTiming\nLead\n\n\n1\nWelcome and Introductions \n·        Approve minutes from September 2021\n5 mins\n  \nEmley\n\n\n2\nResidents Group (TRA) Committee Updates \n·        Planed events & activities \n·        Suggestions for what to spend funding on\n10 mins\n  \nEmley\n\n\n3\nHackney Showroom Update\n10 mins\nH.S\n\n\n \n·        Update on existing community programme and what is coming up next year\n\n\n\n\n4\nOpen Conversation \n10 mins\nResidents\n\n\n \nOpportunity for residents to share ideas and suggestions for community building activities and events on Kings Crescent. (Conversations can be continued informally after the meeting closes)\n\n\n\n\n5\nUpdate from Source Partnership \nAny other business \nDates of next meetings & close\n5mins\nJohn/Carol \nEmley\n\n\n\n  \nAdditional information: \n\nPlease note that this meeting is focused on community building. The next meeting for discussing estate related issues with Hackney is at the ETRA meeting 12 January 2022.\nSee https:/ for details of upcoming events and minutes of previous meetings.\nTo get in touch with the committee: Email KingsCrescentN4@gmail.com call/text/WhatsApp 07925668497 Social Media: @KingsCrescentN4\nPlease complete this form to be added to our (e)mailing list: http://eepurl.com/g-NGbD
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/community-meeting-december-2021/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:residents group meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="KC TRA Committee":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211202T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211202T140000
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SUMMARY:December Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:Chama’s Coffee Hour\, Thur 2 Dec\, 1-2pm\n\nHi Kings Crescent Neighbours\, we want to hear from you!\n\nHackney Showroom’s Communication & Engagement Manager Chama and Emley\, Chair of the Kings Crescent Resident’s group (TRA) will be in the Hackney Showroom space on the first Thursday of every month from 1-2pm.\n\n\n\nCome along to share your opinions\, let us know what projects you would like to see from us\, how we can better serve you or just come along for a cuppa and find out what we are up to.\n\n\nAll welcome!
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/december-coffee-hour/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:consultation event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hackney Showroom":MAILTO:hello@hackneyshowroom.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211130T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170216
CREATED:20211125T124908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211126T162142Z
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SUMMARY:Safer neighbourhoods meeting 30 Nov
DESCRIPTION:Community meeting run in conjunction with Ward Councillor\, Bianca Rembrandt (Lead Community Safety Officer) and the Brownswood Safer Neighbourhood Team for residents in Brownswood to air their community safety issues. The meeting is also chaired by Kings Crescent resident Paul Cushion. \n  \nAll welcome to come along to hear an update and speak to the local police and safety teams
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/safer-neighbourhoods-meeting-30-nov/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:police ward panel meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Police - Brownswood SNT":MAILTO:Brownswood.SNT@met.police.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211127T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170216
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Morning Nov 2022
DESCRIPTION:This event is run by residents on the last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm. \nThis is an opportunity to meet your neighbours and for the kids to have some fun together. \nWe have sports equipment\, giant board games\, colouring\, kinetic sand\, etc. \nThe event is free to attend and open to everyone. If you can\, please bring some refreshments to contribute e.g. box of juice\, some fruit\, a cake\, packet of biscuits etc. (Don’t worry if you can’t though or if you forget!!) \nIf anyone has any ideas for kids activities or wants to volunteer please come along. \nAll Welcome!!!\nPlease note that parents/carers will need to supervise their children during the event\, thank you. \n***There will be no fun morning at the end of December\, we will resume on 29 January 2022***
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/family-fun-morning-nov-2022/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="KC TRA Committee":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211117T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170216
CREATED:20220213T122133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220213T122133Z
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SUMMARY:Steering Group Nov 2021
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed meeting for those who have applied to be part of the residents steering group. It is mandatory to have attended the steering group training provided by Source Partnership. The steering group comprises of residents from both the old and new blocks and provides resident input into the next stage of new build and refurbishment of Kings Crescent. \nFor further information on joining the ‘Resident Steering Group’ please email john@sourcepartnership.com or carol@sourcepartnership.com \n  \nNotes of Kings Crescent Steering Group Meeting \nheld on 17th November 2021 via Google Meet \n  \n\n\n\nThose Present:\nCllr. Brian Bell (BB) (Chair) \nCllr Clare Potter (CP)  \n6 residents (names removed for public version)\n \n\n\nIn Attendance:\nRon Greenwood (RG) \nWilliam Owen (WO) \nCarol Squires (CS) \nJohn Morris (JM) \nMenekse Saitoglu\n  \nLB Hackney \nLB Hackney \nSource Partnership (ITLA) \nSource Partnership (ITLA) \nSource Partnership (ITLA) \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1.0\nIntroductions and apologies \nAction\n\n\n  \n1.1\n  \nNo apologies were received.\n  \n  \n \n\n\n2.0\nNotes of previous meeting held 22nd September and any Matters Arising not elsewhere on the agenda\n \n\n\n  \n2.1\n  \nOne correction was noted from 5.1. The minute should have read: ‘MUF to be invited to a meeting specific to the design intent for the landscaping and play facilities.’ Subsequent to the September meeting\, MUF have met with WO and colleagues on site. \n \n \n\n\n3.0\nPhase 3&4 update  \n \n\n\n  \n3.1\n  \nIndicative timetable for contractor selection \nRG thanked all for participating in the selection process and for their patience during such a long procurement period. A preferred bidder has now been identified and approved at the internal approval panel\, the Gateway that comprises all relevant senior managers. Tender levels were approved and risks (e.g. sales element\, future management and maintenance commitments) all noted. The Cabinet Procurement and Insourcing Committee (CPIC) will consider the recommendation on 6/12. The report will be publicly available on 26/11 but with the identity of the recommended contractor and commercially sensitive information in a confidential section. The publicly accessible section of the report will include descriptions of the S20 process\, design changes\, risks considered\, sustainability and how the tenders were evaluated and scored. It will be possible to watch the CPIC meeting on 6/12\, in person or via livestream but the public parts will be short\, with discussion about the confidential parts of the report exempt from public viewing. Questions can be submitted to the meeting from members of the public but because of the notice needed\, they will need to be submitted at the same time as the report becomes public. However\, in exceptional circumstance\, the Chair may allow a late submission for consideration.  If approved\, the Council’s Chief Executive will have delegated authority to enter into a contract with the successful bidder\, subject to the S20 process.\n  \n  \n \n\n\n  \n3.2\n  \nS20 process  \nRG reported that the aim is to issue Stage 2 Notices on 10/1/22 with the statutory consultation period ending on 11/2/22. Surgeries for leaseholders will be set up in the 3rd or 4th week of January. The Q&A section from Stage 1 will be amended\, with a likely change being the  timing of the start of the 5 year discount period to a date\, to be decided\, that will be the agreed start on site date for the refurbishment works rather than the practical completion dates of the different blocks. The aim is to respond to all leaseholder observations will be by the end of February so that contracts can be signed in March. \n  \nEP asked if any more information will be given to leaseholders before January. RG replied that all information will go into the Stage 2 Notice and accompanying letter and FAQs in January\, so\, no. \n  \nEP – many leaseholders are still very unhappy and it seems their ability to influence further decisions will now be taken away because the CPIC will have approved the appointment of the tenderer and the costs by the time of the Stage 2 Notice. RG replied that the recommendation to cabinet is subject to completion of the S20 process and there will be due regard paid to submissions as part of this process. BB added that objections would have to be quite fundamental and valid to change the approach. RG emphasised the amount of time and effort that has gone into making sure the quality and price of the contractors’ tenders has met very tight criteria. He also confirmed that the whole package of works\, refurbishment and new build will be let as one contract and has been the subject of one planning permission\, although acknowledges that they form two different elements. \n  \nEP is still concerned about the huge financial impact on non-resident leaseholders. BB felt that this has been answered at length and that leaseholders who rent out their properties have made this decision to become landlords and it is reasonable for them to not qualify for the discount. CP reiterated this point. RG added that individual leaseholders will be able to talk to the Leasehold Team about personal circumstances and cases of financial hardship will be considered. \n \n  \n  \n  \n \n\n\n  \n3.3\n  \nIndicative timescales and other issues with phase 3&4 \nRG noted that after contract signing\, mobilisation works will include surveys to ascertain presence of asbestos\, underground obstructions and issues around drainage of the site. Other activities will include planning submissions for the design changes and site set up including erection of hoardings\, site facilities etc.  Preparatory works could include strip out of Weston garages. \n  \nThere will also be initial events organised by the contractor around their construction management plan\, communications\, resident liaison\, attendance at RSG\, workshops on lessons learnt from phase 1&2\, investigation on connecting up to the existing CHP\, drainage\, decommissioning of the current community centre and support for community activities. BB emphasised that the drainage under and around Weston Court is a key issue that he has expressed concern about. \n  \nParty Wall Notices   \nWO is leading on this. Potentially at the same time as the Section 20 consultation\, Party Wall Notices will be sent to all leaseholders so that where works take place\, e.g. construction of balconies\, that will affect the existing building structure\, there are surveyors appointed to ensure that the previous condition is reinstated.  Notices will go out before contracts are signed so there is time for the process to be conducted properly. EP asked if leaseholders will have to pay if they wish to appoint their own surveyor. WO – no\, but surveyors will need to be approved by LBH and need to be RICS certified. \n  \nFire safety and cladding \nKH raised the issue of phase 1&2 new blocks no longer being compliant with current fire safety regulations. He was concerned about his own and neighbours’ circumstances but also asked how LBH will address this for phase 3&4. RG replied that this is one reason why the tender process was prolonged; this formed an extra section that tenderers had to address in the Best and Final Offer. The contractor will be obliged to provide EWS1 forms. LBH has made every effort to anticipate as best they can what fire regs. will be in the future\, and ensure full compliance. Another element of the tender process was the implementation of a record of building components for the new blocks for reference if issues arise in the future.  Building materials will be different from those used in phase 1&2 but LBH can only comply with whatever legislation is in place at the time of construction. \n  \nKH emphasised that leaseholders are trapped with many mortgage providers now not lending because of the materials used in the phase 1&2 construction. RG acknowledged this as a nationwide problem. KH asked what plans LBH have to remediate the situation. AA added that information is produced in plenty of time\, so LBH must have had notice that an approach to this problem was needed.  BB and CP offered to take up this issue as Councillors. \n \n \n\n\n4.0\nFeedback from Community Centre Working Group\n \n\n\n4.1\nThe working group met this morning (17th November) and consisted of Emley\, Andrew Mitchelson\, Remi Murrain\, RG\, WO and JM. Good progress was made with a discussion about possible uses and management of the new CC and consequently\, what sort of fit out will be needed. It will be important that the group can meet the contractor asap for early discussions.  A wider resident consultation will take place in January with an update at the next RSG.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n\n\n5.0\nTRA update\n \n\n\n  \n5.1\nEP reported that the family fun mornings are still happening monthly. The half term art project was successful. BB noted that the contractor’s hoardings will need artwork. CP suggested making sure that Andrew Mitchelson is involved in this. \nChama\, Hackney Showroom’s Engagement worker has started monthly drop ins on the first Thursday of each month for anyone to visit HS with ideas\, to volunteer or just to find out what HS are doing. \nThe TRA meeting scheduled for 7th December will be preceded by a winter market and the meeting itself will be informal to encourage people to get involved. \nHackney Showroom are organising another Kings Feast on 11th December with family entertainment between 5 and 7 pm\, then adults 7 to 9 pm. \nBB noted that Annette Reid\, KC Housing Officer is off on sick leave. Her manager\, Andrea Scott is providing an ad hoc management service with existing resources.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n\n\n6.0\nITLA update \n \n\n\n  \n6.1\nCS gave an update. Source Partnership’s contract is currently on an extension. Source are keen to get back working on site and we will be discussing with Hackney Showroom possibly using their facilities once the Vince Murrain Centre is decommissioned. There is Source equipment and furniture in the VM Centre which can be recycled for use elsewhere within KC. \n  \nWe are working with Chama (HS) to introduce him to vulnerable and/or elderly residents who might be interested in the Friday lunch club or might benefit from some support for e.g. shopping or just more regular contact.\n \n\n\n7.0\nAny urgent business  \n \n\n\n  \n7.1\nKH wished to voice dissatisfaction about the continued repair issues in the northside blocks. Lifts were out of order again at Wallington Court and bike thieves are at work again. Video evidence of the latter was sent to LBH but with no response. \n  \nWO gave advice to use the repairs email box and the webchat function to report repairs. He added that it is best to not email several LBH officers at once as this results in no one taking responsibility to respond; it’s sometimes unclear who’s job it is to reply in these instances. \n  \nEP noted that there are still many phase 1&2 issues unresolved.  Service Charges are now the big issue with many leaseholders experiencing significant increases. Leaseholders have asked for another meeting with Judith Morrison but so far she has not responded. BB offered to help contact her.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBB \n \n\n\n  \n7.2\nAA asked if the cyber attack had compromised residents’ personal data. BB stated that the main problem was not so much the leakage of data\, rather that the attack rendered older computer systems useless. CP reported that a minor breach of data did occur and people affected have been contacted.  CP added that the attack had been a serious issue for some services e.g. children’s services and officers have spent considerable time resolving these.  There is information on the LBH website and an email to contact if further follow up is required.\n \n\n\n  \n7.3\nJM offered apologies to Federica (residemt) who joined this meeting for the first time and who wasn’t introduced at the start of the meeting.\n \n\n\n8.0 \nDate of next meeting \n \n\n\n  \n \n27th January 2022\, 7.00.\n 
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/steering-group-nov-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:steering group meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Source Partnership":MAILTO:john@sourcepartnership.com; carol@sourcepartnership.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211107T114500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211107T124500
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T171707Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Meditation
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nMore details from Aimee: \n\n\n\n\nHey there wonderful friend\, \nI wanted to let you know I’m back in London (N4 – my old neighbourhood) for an in-person meditation session this coming Sunday 7th November! \nFor those of you who haven’t meditated with me before\, you can expect meditation that is really uplifting\, easy for beginners\, and fully guided. \nI’m so excited to be back at Hackney Showroom & the Kings Crescent Estate Community Centre just by Clissold Park.  We had a few group meditations here before the pandemic closed everything down. \nWe always start with some mindful body awareness techniques and breathwork.  Bringing awareness to the body is a simple and effective way to ‘get out’ of the busyness of our minds and begin to enjoy a more relaxed state. \nThere has been more and more research into how using the breath with deeper awareness and certain simple techniques can increase well-being\, decrease stress\, improve the immune system and regulate the nervous system.  Sound good? \nThe final third of the session will be Energy-Lift meditation\, I have found through my own experience and practice that participants leave the sessions feeling lighter\, uplifted\, relaxed and deeply peaceful. \nBringing community connection is at the heart of all my work\, whether that is doula work supporting families or facilitating groups.  The last 18 months have been really disruptive to the way we connect with each other.   \nCommunity is vital for our personal and collective well-being and health\, we are inextricably interconnected to each other.  I am so pleased to be back together with you! \nThe session is run on a sliding scale for contribution £4 – £12 – bring cash or you can paypal me at srilaxmi.shanti@gmail.com  \nWith that in mind please note that we encourage you to lateral flow test before you come\, and do not come if you feel unwell.  We will provide handwashing and sanitising facilities. \nIf you would like to make meditation part of your weekly self-care let me know and I can send you the details to join the Monday Meditation group on zoom (7.15pm to 8.45pm also by donation) \nI really am looking forward to seeing you!  Everyone is welcome and please invite your friends to come along. \nLots of love Aimee Sri Laxmi 
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/mindful-meditation/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Meditation class
ORGANIZER;CN="Aimee Hamblyn":MAILTO:Aimeehamblyn@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Coffee hour
DESCRIPTION:Chama’s Coffee Hour\, Thur 4 Nov\, 1-2pm\n\nHi Kings Crescent Neighbours\, we want to hear from you!\n\nHackney Showroom’s Communication & Engagement Manager Chama and Emley from the Kings Crescent Resident’s group (TRA) will be in the Hackney Showroom space on the first Thursday of every month from 1-2pm.\n\n\n\nCome along to share your opinions\, let us know what projects you would like to see from us\, how we can better serve you or just come along for a cuppa and find out what we are up to.\n\n\nAll welcome!
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/coffee-hour/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Hackney Showroom":MAILTO:hello@hackneyshowroom.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211030T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210920T224406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T164844Z
UID:1862-1635588000-1635598800@kingscrescent.org
SUMMARY:October Family Fun Morning
DESCRIPTION:This event is run by residents on the last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm. \nThis is an opportunity to meet your neighbours and for the kids to have some fun. \nWe have sports equipment\, giant board games\, colouring\, kinetic sand\, etc. \nThe event is free to attend and open to everyone. If you can\, please bring some refreshments to contribute e.g. box of juice\, some fruit\, a cake\, packet of biscuits etc. (Don’t worry if you can’t though or if you forget!!) \nIf anyone has any ideas for kids activities or wants to volunteer please come along. \nThis event will feature an informal presentation of art work created by 12 young artists! ‘Gentleness of a Little Giant‘ has been running on the mornings of half term and local children have had the opportunity to work with Brazillian artist Gustavo Ciriaco and local artist Andrew Mitchelson with support from Emley (TRA Chair). They have exploring landscapes & stories and creating shadow imagary. Their work will be on shown in one of the spaces during the fun morning from 12-1pm. \n(The art project was supported by Hackney Showroom with funding provided by Hackney) \nAll Welcome!!!\nPlease note that parents/carers will need to supervise their children during the event\, thank you.
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/october-family-fun-morning/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="KC TRA Committee":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211024T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210920T233548Z
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SUMMARY:Charity Fundraiser/Small Business Event
DESCRIPTION:Fundraiser organised by Kings Crescent resident Remi Bevis to raise money for breast cancer research. \nAll welcome!\nWe will be holding a raffle\, selling tea\, coffee\, cakes etc\, to raise money for charity. \nThere will be a variety of stalls including: \n\nCakes\nSweets\nFruit Kebabs & Smoothie\nWaffles\nHackney Herbal stall with tea bag making activity (details below)\n\nWe will also have some small business owners selling their products with part of the proceeds going to charity: \n\nPersonalised gifts and clothing\nResin Art\nHolistic Massage\nWrapping paper\, cards & illustrations\n\n      \nBig Raffle on the day with a variety of prizes donated by local business and community!\nDonate to Breast Cancer Research via Georgina’s JustGiving Page linked to this event \n  \nHackney Herbal Stall\nJoin Hackney Herbal to learn about the health benefits of a range of culinary\, medicinal and wild herbs.\nYou’ll be able to have a go at making your own herbal tea bags to take home.\nWe will also be sharing our top tips for growing herbs successfully. (Invited by KC TRA gardening group).
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/charity-event/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:community event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Remi Bevis":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211012T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211012T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
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SUMMARY:ETRA meeting October 2021
DESCRIPTION:This ‘Enhanced Tenants & Residents Association’ (ETRA) ‘meeting is a chance for residents to speak to Hackney representatives about issues on the estate e.g. cleaning\, repairs\, antisocial behaviour.  \nETRA meetings happen on a quarterly basis in January\, April\, July & October \nMinutes\n\n\n\nIn attendance:\nWilliam Owen (WO)\nProject Officer Regeneration (LBHackney)\n\n\n \nJohn Morris\nConsultant at Source Partnership/ Independent Resident Advisor\n\n\n \nClare Potter (CP)\nCouncillor Brownswood Ward\n\n\n \nDeborah Noel (DN)\nASB Manager for the North of Hackney\n\n\n \n10 residents\n \n\n\nApologies:\nBianca Rembrandt (BR)\nCommunity Safety & Principal Enforcement Officer\n\n\n \nAnnette Reid (AR) \n  \n3 residents\nHousing Officer for Kings Crescent Estate (LBHackney) \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n \nAgenda Item\nLead\nActions\n\n\n1\nWelcome\, Introductions & Apologies \n \n \n \n\n\n \n·       Approval of minutes from last ETRA meeting (July 2021) \nApproved by: Emilie \nSeconded by: David \n \nEmley (TRA Chair)\n \n\n\n2\nGeneral Estate Concerns\n \n \n\n\n \n·       ASB & CCTV –  DB – has accumulated issues through FB one of the issues that was raised was about the CCTV\, Residents having issues getting access to CCTV footage. He feels that as we pay for this service we should be able to have access to it.  Bikes stolen was captured on CCTV – DB has spoken directly to Bianca Rembrandt (LBH) she will deal with non-residents\, the ASB department (Deborah Noel) will deal with resident ASB. Housing Officer Annette Reid will deal with some ASB.  Details again given on who to contact within these teams.  Cllr Potter (CP) – explained that CCTV team do have many queries which can make it difficult to get answers.  Will Owen has offered to break down list of contacts. \n·       Waste management – bin collection\, size of waste areas – DB has picked up some complaints about waste management\, he explained a problem in Wallington/Kimpton rubbish bins are becoming full of the course of the week and are only cleared once a week.  Rubbish collectors are leaving rubbish on floors and are not clearing up. JWM raised an issue with flies in her property\, other residents are having the same issue -Estate Wide problem.  WO explained because the issues raised are various it will involve several teams involved.  HC asked if bins can be cleared more regularly\, WO has stated that this would not happen.  Menekse raised issue with cleaning of bin chambers. WO take issues back to HC Cleanining Estate Dept. \n·       Bollard issues & no entry signs for play street – missing bollard will be replaced on play street. No entry signs a temp solution is being looked at\, finding a long term solution \n·       Hackney Digital skills update – no Update \n \nVarious Hackney Representatives \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWill Owen to compile list of key contacts to share with TRA \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWO/EP to share information about Hackney waste collection & recycling with residents \n  \nWO to find out about how often bin chambers are cleaned\n\n\n3\nKings Crescent South\n \n \n\n\n \nBlocks: Bramfield\, Theobalds\, Datchworth\, Weston Court and general estate management \n·       Update on action points from last meeting \n·       Ants in Bramfield/Theobalds – No update \n(Annette was not available for the meeting today so no updates given)\nAnnette Reid Housing Officer \n \n \n\n\n4\nKings Crescent North\n \n \n\n\n \nBlocks: Lemsford\, Sandon\, Kimpton\, Wallington\, Radwell\, Therfield\, Barley\, Chipping\, Redbourn\, Kelshall\, Ardeley\, Rushden\, Widford \n·       Update on list of all defects handed over from Higgins to LBH \no   Broken main doors – New hinges have been installed. Ardleley court door still broken. \no   Slippery patches of courtyard remain unresolved – Still unresolved.  Higgins came and resealed\, but it hasn’t been as successful as LBH hoped. There will be a walk-around on 14.09.21. to find a long term solution. Resident in Lemsford Crt has complained about water dripping outside her property\, from properties above her. \no   Bikes/scooters still getting stolen – Residents to contact police\, CCTV and ASB teams \no   Update on lift issues – overheating issues still continue. New lift contractors have made progress but work ongoing. \no   Smoke vent lights – No update \no   Cracks in windows\, windows slam shut in wind\, balcony doors affected by wind – TRA to ask residents if they have had any more issues with cracks in window panes…….. \no   Ventilation system issues (in flats) – Council tenants (LBH) are responsible.  If leaseholder\, they need to do a survey and report to Higgins who are responsible. \no   Update on heating system\, faulty meters\, new pricing – AM asked has there been a survey across the social housing stock to find out if this is a wider issue.  Energy efficiency – Subcontractor DAVLOs will be coming to survey.  Pricing issues have been delayed but should be resolved soon. \n·       Discuss best way to proceed with resolving issues – suggested need for group of affected leaseholders to collaborate with social tenants to gather data on what the issues are to present to Higgins. LBH are responsible for social tenants flat so can support with those but not with individual leasehold properties. \n·       Allotment Courtyard – new suggestion to remove metal structures from ‘fruit maze’ area but leave plants in place – LBH due to have a meeting – no response.  No update.  EP re-raised the issues that were spoken about at previous ETRA. \n \nWill Owen  Project Officer Regeneration (Hackney) \n  \nEnergy Team \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDB to follow up with WO to get updates. \n  \n  \nDB to continue to collate data on issues in new blocks \n  \nWO to update on results of monitoring heating systems \n  \nEP to follow up on allotment courtyard ‘fruit maze’ plans \n \n\n\n5\nService Charges Update\n \n \n\n\n \n·       Actuals show increase from estimate despite concerns with residents not getting what they pay for – No update or statement. JM to be contacted directly regarding this issue. MR has suggested that we need to look at how we can minimise the costs.  Concerns that if things that aren’t repaired in the first instance this will then become recharged back to the leaseholders and residents. \n \nWill to present statement from Judith Morrison\nWO/EP/DB to follow up with Judith Morrison\n\n\n6\nUpdate from Source Partnership\n \n \n\n\n \n·       Update from John/Carol – Steering group requires a refresh- source are going to try and recruit new residents.  JR suggested that issues that have arisen from phase 1 & 2 could be brought to the table as a lessons learnt item as this would be valuable.\nSource Partnership\n \n\n\n7\nAny other business?  N/A\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n \n\n\n8\nDates of next meetings & close –  \n·       24th October raising monies for Breast Cancer. \n·       26th Oct – Africa 54:60 Theatre show about a man’s journey on visiting every country in Africa \n·       Last Saturday of month Family Fun Morning \n·       Community Meeting on 11th December \n·       ETRA 12.01.22. \n·       Half-Term art project for children  – Run by Andrew – Gentleness the little Giant – continuation of project piloted during lockdown.\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n \n\n\n\nPrevious information\nThese meetings will be resuming in person – Hackney Showroom Space 4 Murrain Road N4 2BN \n(We will attempt to have remote access but technology is not guarenteed to work!! Zoom link to attend remotely can be requested by emailing kingscrescentn4@gmail.com before 6.45pm on the day) \n  \nAGENDA\n\n\n\n \nAgenda Item\nSuggested \nTiming \n \nLead\n\n\n1\nWelcome\, Introductions & Apologies\n5 mins\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n \n·        Approval of minutes from last ETRA meeting (July 2021) \n \n\n\n\n\n2\nGeneral Estate Concerns\n\n\n\n\n \n·        ASB & CCTV \n·        Waste management – bin collection\, size of waste areas \n·        Bollard issues & no entry signs for play street \n·        Hackney Digital skills update \n \n20 mins\nVarious Hackney Representatives \n \n\n\n3\nKings Crescent South\n\n\n\n\n \nBlocks: Bramfield\, Theobalds\, Datchworth\, Weston Court and general estate management \n·        Update on action points from last meeting \n·        Ants in Bramfield/Theobalds \n \n10 mins\nAnnette Reid Housing Officer \n \n\n\n4\nKings Crescent North\n\n\n\n\n \nBlocks: Lemsford\, Sandon\, Kimpton\, Wallington\, Radwell\, Therfield\, Barley\, Chipping\, Redbourn\, Kelshall\, Ardeley\, Rushden\, Widford \n·        Update on list of all defects handed over from Higgins to LBH \no   Broken main doors \no   Slippery patches of courtyard remain unresolved \no   Bikes/scooters still getting stolen \no   Update on lift issues \no   Smoke vent lights \no   Cracks in windows\, windows slam shut in wind\, balcony doors affected by wind \no   Ventilation system issues (in flats) \no   Update on heating system\, faulty meters\, new pricing \n·        Discuss best way to proceed with resolving issues \n·        Allotment Courtyard – new suggestion to remove metal structures from ‘fruit maze’ area but leave plants in place \n \n30 mins\nWill Owen  Project Officer Regeneration (Hackney) \n  \nEnergy Team \n  \n \n\n\n5\nService Charges Update\n\n\n\n\n \n·        Actuals show increase from estimate despite concerns with residents not getting what they pay for \n \n5 mins\nWill to present statement from Judith Morrison\n\n\n6\nUpdate from Source Partnership\n\n\n\n\n \n·        Update from John/Carol\n5 mins\nSource Partnership\n\n\n7\nAny other business? \n \n5mins\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n8\nDates of next meetings & close \n \n5 mins\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n\nTo add items to the agenda please email kingscrescentn4@gmail.com by midday on Tuesday 5 October
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/etra-meeting-october-2021/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ETRA meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="KC TRA Committee":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211010T170000
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SUMMARY:Tastes from Africa
DESCRIPTION:Hackney Showroom & Elufowoju jr Ensemble invite you to share with us your sounds\, your looks and your tastes from Africa at a big celebration of all 54 African nations. \nAre you Kings and Queens of kizomba\, a dab hand with a tahtib or simply melodic on the mbira? Is your family vitumbua or jollof recipe unmatched?  Perhaps you’d like our DJ to dust off those High Life records\, or you want to show us your most stunning chitenge or kente… \nWhether you’re bringing something from your heritage or from a memorable holiday or just coming for the vibes\, please join us for an afternoon of food\, music and community. And let’s see how many countries we can gather together! \nBook your free tickets here: https://www.hackneyshowroom.com/tastes-from-africa/
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/tastes-from-africa/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:community event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hackney Showroom":MAILTO:hello@hackneyshowroom.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210925T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T094341Z
UID:1836-1632564000-1632574800@kingscrescent.org
SUMMARY:September Family Fun Morning
DESCRIPTION:We are re-launching our monthly family fun morning!!!\nThis event is run by residents on the last Saturday of every month 10am-1pm. \nThis is an opportunity to meet your neighbours and for the kids to have some fun. \nWe have sports equipment\, giant board games\, colouring\, kinetic sand\, etc. \nThe event is free to attend and open to everyone. If you can\, please bring some refreshments to contribute e.g. box of juice\, some fruit\, a cake\, packet of biscuits etc. (Don’t worry if you can’t though or if you forget!!) \nIf anyone has any ideas for kids activities or wants to volunteer please come along. \nAll Welcome!!!\nPlease note that parents/carers will need to supervise their children during the event\, thank you.
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/september-family-fun-morning/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="KC TRA Committee":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210922T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
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SUMMARY:Steering Group Sept 2021
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed meeting for those who have applied to be part of the residents steering group. It is mandatory to have attended the steering group training provided by Source Partnership. The steering group comprises of residents from both the old and new blocks and provides resident input into the next stage of new build and refurbishment of Kings Crescent. \nFor further information on joining the ‘Resident Steering Group’ please email john@sourcepartnership.com or carol@sourcepartnership.com \n  \nNotes of Kings Crescent Steering Group Meeting \nheld on 22nd September 2021 via Google Meet \n  \n\n\n\nThose Present:\nCllr. Brian Bell (BB) (Chair) \nCllr Clare Potter (CP)  \n3 residents: \nEP\, ES\, PD\n  \n(resident names removed in public version)\n\n\nIn Attendance:\nRon Greenwood (RG) \nWilliam Owen (WO) \nJohn Morris (JM)\nLB Hackney \nLB Hackney \nSource Partnership (ITLA)\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n1.0\nIntroductions and apologies \nAction\n\n\n  \n1.1\nApologies were received from residents HC (who asked for her intention to step down from the RSG to be noted)\, KH\, JWM\, PA\, AA\, Carol Squires (Source)\n  \n \n\n\n2.0 \nPeter Sim\n \n\n\n  \n2.1\nCouncillor Bell and Councillor Potter shared some memories of Peter Sim who died on 23rd August. Peter was the longest standing RSG member and a tenacious advocate for Kings Crescent residents and for the progression of the estate’s improvement and redevelopment.  A minutes silence was observed.\n \n\n\n3.0\nNotes of previous meeting held 27th July 2021 and any Matters Arising not elsewhere on the agenda\n \n\n\n  \n3.1\nThe minutes from the last meeting were agreed as accurate. All matters arising to be discussed on the agenda.\n\n\n\n4.0\nPhase 3&4 update  \n \n\n\n  \n4.1\nContractor procurement update \nRG reported that negotiations with the 2 bidding contractors are now complete but the deadline for submission of their Best & Final Offers has now been extended to 30th September. This is in response to the recent holiday period and the requirement for them to provide additional detailed information for LBH that was recently requested to establish a comprehensive Building Information Modelling system. This provides a detailed record of all components of new buildings once built. This is particularly important for setting in place a fire safety record. ES confirmed that this comprises 3D modelling and is now becoming standard across the industry. \nRG stressed that although this means more delays\, LBH are working to achieve the best quality scheme possible. Post Grenfell\, there are more safety requirements to deal with. CP acknowledged the frustration this will undoubtedly cause for residents but it is important that the Council meets all these obligations. \nRG reported that the programme is now aiming for a Cabinet approval for the successful tenderer on 6th December\, with contract signing January 2022. There will be 3 – 6 months set up before start on site in Spring/early Summer 2022.\n  \n  \n \n\n\n  \n4.2\nSouthside leaseholders S20  \nRG reported that the Stage 2 Notices will now be sent out in January to avoid arriving with leaseholders just before Christmas.  They cannot be sent out before the Cabinet approval as the identity of the contractor has to be included as well as cost estimates\, total costs broken down by block and component. The specification will also be available on request. There will be surgeries organised for individual owners to discuss personal circumstances and to get clarity on the Notice and payment options. These will be held approx. half way through the statutory 30 day consultation period. \nEP raised the issue of the stress this has been causing leaseholders who have no way of planning for the future\, not knowing when the 5year clawback of charges period will start. She asked that LBH seriously consider setting a start date for the 5 years now rather than leaving it as the practical completion date. This could be from now\, contract signing date or start on site date. RG indicated that internally\, this has been raised and a response to the project slippage is being considered. The S20 letter will contain information on any changes to the current arrangements. CP asked that her and Cllr Bell’s weight be added to the representations being made to senior management for this review.\n  \n  \n  \n \n\n\n  \n4.3\nPre start on site engagement \nRG noted an important piece of work will be around the fit out of the new community facility in DZ5N. The programming of the new build is not known but early decisions on how the space can be fitted out to match the community’s needs and aspirations will ensure it is fit for purpose when completed. The space\, at 195 sq m is slightly smaller than the Vince Murrain centre and roughly the same as Unit C. There is a fit out budget. Some LBH officers are looking at options for the future management of the new centre and using Woodberry Down as an example of how social businesses can be involved. \nRG would like a clear brief agreed with residents involved in the decision-making\, via the RSG\, TRA and Hackney Showroom. An example would be whether a commercial kitchen is required. Many at the Ladderswood visit in Enfield liked the size of the community centre there but felt that the size and facilities in the kitchen were unnecessary. However\, EP pointed out that a kitchen similar in size to the one in Vince Murrain made it possible to run small cooking classes and to make simple hot meals\, while the kitchen in the Hackney Showroom facility is not big enough or well enough equipped to do this. \nCP – a commercial kitchen is more about the facilities and standard of the equipment rather than the size of the room. \nThere was discussion around the need for a business case for a particular approach to the CC fit out. However\, there has been consultation through surveys on what residents would like to see in a community facility and EP added that through the activities now running at Unit C\, the TRA are able to judge demand and interest from users that can inform decisions on the new space. \nIt was agreed to set up a Working Group to explore options and produce a brief. EP to canvass interest among residents to join this\, RG to identify relevant Council officers to participate and JM to help facilitate. \nAction – the Working Group to be constituted by the next RSG meeting on 17/11/21.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRG\, EP\, JM \n \n\n\n5.0\nPhase 1 & 2 update \n \n\n\n  \n5.1\nWO reported back. \n·     Still waiting for Higgins to produce a programme for venting the lift mechanisms. As soon as this is available\, a letter will be sent to all affected residents telling them when their lift will be taken out of service for the work to be carried out. \n·     Work is still progressing on reconciling energy bills with use. A consultant has been commissioned to inspect the energy centre and they will use a monitoring system that individual residents can use to check their usage against what the energy centre is saying is produced. WO asked for volunteers to have a small piece of equipment fitted. This will produce anonymised data on energy usage. ES volunteered. EP also offered to ask other residents through the TRA facebook site. She also suggested targeting residents who have experienced problems with billing. WO agreed with this. \nWO also reported that the relevant section of the LBH IT system is now able to process refunds and the new charges from April 2021 and an update will be available for the ETRA meeting on 12th Oct. \n·     ES raised an issue with weeds in the Radwell courtyard and who is responsible for keeping this area tidy. WO is on site before the end of the week and will take photos. \n·     There was discussion about responsibilities for the maintenance of the courtyards\, play equipment and the plants\, shrubs and fruit bushes. EP asked who to get permission from if the TRA wanted to remove the metal structures that were supposed to be the frames for a fruit maze in one of the courtyards. These are in the shade and haven’t grown. The metal frames are now just a hazard. WO stated that ultimately it is Housing Services who will give the go ahead. He added that he had seen emails between Annette Reid and Eray Taylor on this issue. \nThis discussion led to a wider one around a lack of clarity on how decisions are made to change designs and layouts and in some cases to remove items that were installed as part of the original development. \nES thought that the original designers should be consulted first before changes to their structures are made and are leaseholders paying for these alterations? \n  \nRG agreed that MUF should explain the rationale behind their design. It is important that design intent can be explained and lessons learnt when these are later contradicted by H&S considerations. \nES noted that this is a common tension but that if designers can justify their ideas\, H&S should be satisfied. \nIt was agreed that MUF should be invited to an RSG meeting to talk through these issues. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n EP \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n\n\n6.0\nTRA update\n \n\n\n  \n6.1\nEP reported that the AGM took place on 15th Sept. There was a delay to starting the meeting while waiting for a quorum but this was achieved and a new committee was elected with EP still Chair. \nActivities are now restarting with the homework club\, Family Fun mornings and many other events being run by Hackney Showroom. It is proposed to make the Kings Feast a regular occasion\, with the next one in December then again in March 2022.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n\n\n7.0\nITLA update \n \n\n\n \nThere were no updates from Source.\n \n\n\n8.0\nAny urgent business  \n \n\n\n \nNone\n \n\n\n9.0 \nDate of next meeting \n \n\n\n  \n \n17th November\, 7.00.\n 
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/steering-group-sept-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:steering group meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Source Partnership":MAILTO:john@sourcepartnership.com; carol@sourcepartnership.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210917T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210917T094500
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210822T114431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T215246Z
UID:1765-1631870100-1631871900@kingscrescent.org
SUMMARY:Estate Walkabout
DESCRIPTION:The residents annual walkabout will be on Friday 17 September at 9.15am – meeting point outside Vince Murrain Community Hall.\n\nIn attendance\, Housing Officer\, Resident Participation Officer\, Ward Councillors and the Communal Works Officer.\n\nThe invitation is open to all residents living on Kings Crescent.\n\nThe purpose of the walkabout is to improve communal areas on the estate and look at non-urgent communal repairs and improvements.\n\n\n\n\nRegards \n\nAnnette Reid\nHousing Officer\nKings Crescent – Estate Regeneration & New Build Developments\n\nTel: 0208 356 3330\nEmail: neighbourhood@hackney.gov.uk
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/estate-walkabout/
LOCATION:Vince Murrrain Community Centre\, N4 2GD
CATEGORIES:consultation event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210915T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210915T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210327T134552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T151949Z
UID:1572-1631732400-1631737800@kingscrescent.org
SUMMARY:Community meeting & AGM September 2021
DESCRIPTION:Community Meeting & AGM\nMinutes\n\n\n\n \nAgenda Item\nAction\n\n\n1\nWelcome and Introductions \nEmley Pine (Chair) welcomed everyone to the meeting. \nApologies: 6 residents (names removed)\, Annette Reid (LBH). \nEmley explained that the TRA was officially formed 2 years ago\, by AGM. No AGM was held last year due to the pandemic.\n \n\n\n \nFormal Kings Crescent Tenants & Residents Association AGM \nAttending:  \n17 Residents – names removed \n(Non-residents):  Oliur Rahman (LBH)\, Sasha Khan (LBH)\, John Morris (Source Partnership)\, Nina (Hackney Showroom)\, Councillor Clare Potter \nApproval of minutes from last AGM \nThe minutes were approved by AM and AH \nChair’s report (Emley Pine) \nEmley gave a report of the past 2 years including the following points (see Chair’s report for more detail): \n–        explained the origins of the committee\, before transitioning to an official TRA in September 2019; \n–        set out the objectives of the TRA; \n–        set out the TRA’s achievements over the past 2 years\, including design of a logo; holding of separate community meetings and ETRA meetings (8 in total per year); set up of bank account; phone for residents to contact; social media presence; ensured signs of community during lockdown; running family fun mornings; parties; crowdfunding campaign raising over £18\,000 to fit out Unit C as a shared community space with Hackney Showroom (HS); homework club; continued liaison with Hackney Council (LBH) and other community organisations; attending training relevant to the TRA; taking over management of the allotments from LBH; \n–        Acknowledged the community work done on the estate in the past\, including by Vince Murrain\, Jill Walker-Murrain\, Patricia Sim\, Roy Watkin\, Peter Akhurst\, Alison\, Liz & Mukturam\, Alfred Fiorentini\, Edie & Alan\, and Barbara & Bob Curtis\, and said that the new TRA are building on their work; \n–        Thanked all committee members for their contribution\, including those who had stood down during the 2 years\, or were standing down now. \nTreasurer’s report (Alice H) \nThe accounts for 2020 have been signed off by LBH. \nCurrent balance at end of 2020 was substantial (£15\,470) but mainly ring-fenced for certain projects (including the Unit C spacehive money\, and homework club money). \nThe Treasurer noted that the TRA and particularly Emley have worked very hard to obtain this funding. \nAs at the end of 2020 not all the funding for Spacehive had been received (though this has now). \nExpenses were low in 2020 (mainly due to the pandemic) but this is expected to reverse in 2021 when outgoings will be higher. \nAs a new committee we are continuing to work on how we manage our financial processes well. \nThe accounts for 2020 were approved by the members of the TRA. \nElection of TRA Committee members (chaired by Oliur) \nOliur congratulated the TRA on the work they had done since being formed. \nThe current members of the TRA stood down. \nNominations for the new committee were as follows (nominator and seconder in brackets): \n–        Chair – Emley Pine (Emley\, Jill) \n–        Vice chair – Sarah H (Sarah\, Alice) \n–        Treasurer – Alice H (Jill\, Emley) \n–        Secretary – Ellie V (Emley\, Jill) \n–        Jenn F (safeguarding lead) (Emley\, Andrew) \n  \nOther nominated members: \n–        Jill WM (ward panel rep) \n–        Tom S (gardening sub-committee) \n–        Andrew M \n–        Christine E \n–        Patricia S \n–        David B \n–        Ashley M \n–        Azucena A \n–        Remi BM \n–        Hana C \nAll of the above 15 people were voted for\, and now form the new TRA committee. \nAOB related to AGM \nEmley proposed that there should be a gardening sub-committee.  Alice noted that we would need to be clear whether the sub-committee would manage their own finances – that would be decided afterwards.  John mentioned that the sub-committee would also need a process for decision-making and which decisions would need to be fed through to the main committee.  Oliur agreed his team could support the TRA in setting up the arrangements for the gardening committee. \nThe TRA voted to set up a gardening sub-committee. \nClose of AGM \nEmley officially closed the AGM.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nResident Participation team to work with the TRA on the sub-committee arrangements\n\n\n2\nCommunity meeting \nMinutes of the last community meeting \nThe minutes were approved by Jill and Menekse. \nFunding from the community development fund (CDF) from 2020/21 has now been spent on the Kings Feast party in September 2021.  Other funding was spent on the Disco Loco megazine\, and £750 for an art project for kids will now be taking place in October half term.  £600 for gardening has been partially spent on equipment.  Further events are being planned to spend the remainder of the funding we received. \nBy the end of October the money from the 2020/21 CDF will therefore be used.  This means we can then apply for sums from the 2021/22 CDF. \nThe 2021/22 CDF is providing funding towards a film (£600) therefore there is still £2\,400 to claim for this financial year.\n \n\n\n3\nHackney Showroom Update (Nina Lyndon)\n \n\n\n \n  \nNina gave an update on the recent work of HS: \nThe magazine was delivered to children on the estate\, and the remainder went to other local communities and schools. \nHS has run some successful events.  The Young Actors training programme – 12 young actors have just graduated from the programmes – 2 have already been signed by agents and 3 have places at drama school. \nStreet Party was successful with live artists\, play equipment for children. \n37 children attended Future Heads summer camp – the theme was ‘protest’\, involving art\, poetry and drama as well as fun activities. \n  \nFree weekly activities have now begun – including a library for primary school age kids which is an asset for the community; easy rollers (pre school); lunch club for over 60s (though others are invited to come along!); a Turkish-speaking duty manager has been recruited who is here on Fridays; the Hackney Showroom space is now available to hire by residents \nIn October half-term: a theatre company will be sharing a new show that’s being developed; there will also be a ‘taste of Africa’ evening for former residents of African countries to share stories etc; African singing workshop \n  \nNext ‘Kings Feast’ communal meal (and possibly bingo) will be held 11 December. \n  \nFutureHeads club is now starting weekly on Saturdays 4-6pm (for 8 – 11 year olds). \n \n \n\n\n4\nOpen Conversation\n \n\n\n \nEmley sought ideas from residents.  The following were suggested: \n–        Regular quiz night? This may attract a range of residents of different ages. \n–        Kings Feast could potentially be a quarterly event \n–        Classes – e.g. yoga\, pilates\, Zumba? \n–        Singing class / choir \n–        Language classes (e.g. Spanish lesson\, or cultural event) \n–        English / Turkish language exchange \n–        ESOL classes (these were run previously by Hackney\, paid for by Higgins as part of Phase 1\, and well attended) \n–        Youth activities (HS have some funding to some detached youth work for a period from January – and also 4 week ‘tasters’ of various activities).  HS suggested the TRA may be able to fund raise for these tasters (cost approx. £800) \n–        Creative classes\, such as art or creative writing. \n  \nOpportunities to celebrate the diverse cultures of residents of KC (King’s Feast could also do this). \nEmley encouraged people at the meeting to seek feedback from other neighbours as to what events / activities they would like.  This is particularly important as the new contractor will soon be appointed and will be contributing significant community funding for the estate. \nOliur’s team will share opportunities for pots of funding external to the Council which we may be able to tap into. \nCDF monies should be spent within the FY it is claimed for (and if it isn’t\, it is difficult to claim from the subsequent year’s CDF).   Andrew noted that we should be applying for funding for the activities planned for the remainder of this FY (such as further Kings Feast events). \nOliur noted that he would be happy for the TRA to have the film crew money paid into our account. Oliur and Emley / Alice to discuss. \n \n  \nTRA to contact previous pilates instructor \nOliur to advise if there is any funding that might work for fitness classes \nOliur to contact LBH colleagues to explore ESOL classes \n  \n  \nOliur to share funding information. \n  \n  \n  \nTRA to discuss car park money with Oliur\n\n\n5\nSource Partnership Update by John Morris\n \n\n\n \nThe successful contractor will not be approved by LBH until November. \nThe Resident’s Steering Group is looking for more resident members.   It hasn’t been very active whilst the tendering process has been ongoing\, but will become more active once the contract is awarded.   For example\, the TRA could have some input into the design of the new community facility (Ron Greenwood has suggested this). \n \n \n\n\n6\nAny other business \nRemi is running an event in Unit C to raise money for Cancer Research on 24th October (10 – 2) for everyone to attend. \nHackney are doing a communal walk-about on Friday to look for communal improvements which could be undertaken.  Anyone can join them. \nDates of next meetings & close \nETRA – 12th October 2021 \nCommunity – 7th December 2021\n \n\n\n\n  \nPrevious information:\nThis community meeting hosted by the Tenants & Residents Association (TRA) committee aims to celebrate the community which already exists on Kings Crescent and look for ways to develop this further. \nIt’s a chance for residents to discuss what events and activities we have planned and what you want to have happening on Kings Crescent\, plus a chance to meet your neighbours etc.  \nFeaturing: \n\nUpdates from the TRA committee\nUpdates from Hackney Showroom\, Source Partnership and Hackney’s Resident Participation Team\nAn opportunity to share your opinion and ideas\n\nThis meeting will start with the ‘Annual General Meeting’ (AGM) where the new resident’s group committee will be voted in. If you are interested in joining the committee please email KingsCrescentN4@gmail.com or call 07926568497 \nClick here to read the Chair and Finance reports in advance of the AGM \nThis meeting will take place in the newly fitted out Hackney Showroom space (Covid allowing). However\, if you need to attend on Zoom we are hoping to have that option available too\, please email KingsCrescentN4@gmail.com for the link. \nPlease note these community focused meetings take place in March\, June\, September and December each year. \nThere are separate meetings to discuss estate related issues (with Hackney representatives attending) in January\, April\, July\, October. \nChildcare will be provided at the meeting. Our lovely homework club volunteers will be on hand to supervise your children if you need to bring them along. We’ll have some colouring and craft activities available and cartoons to watch. \nRefreshments provided too! \n  \nAGENDA \nKings Crescent Tenants & Residents Association \n2021 AGM & \n Community Meeting Agenda \n15 September 2021 7.00-8:30pm \nVenue: Hackney Showroom space\, 4 Murrain Road\, N4 2BN \nThis meeting can also be accessed on Zoom if needed – email kingscrescentn4@gmail.com for the link \n\n\n\n \nAgenda Item \n \nSuggested timing\nLead\n\n\n1\nWelcome\n \n \n\n\n \nWelcome & Introductions\, including apologies for absence\n5 mins\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n2\nFormal Kings Crescent Tenants & Residents Association AGM\n\n \n\n\n \na.      Approval of minutes from the last AGM (Sept 2019) \nb.      Chair’s report (including overview of achievements since the TRA formed 2 years ago) \nc.      Treasurer’s Report \nd.      Election of New TRA Committee members \ne.      Any other business related to AGM \nf.       Close of AGM\n30-40 mins (depending on questions)\nEmley (TRA Chair) \n& \nTreasurer for 2020 (Alice)\n\n\n3\nCommunity Meeting\n\n \n\n\n \n·        Approve minutes from last community meeting (June 2021) \n·        Update on CDF spend so far and money available for community activities\n5 mins\nTRA Chair\n\n\n4\nHackney Showroom Update\n\n \n\n\n \nPlanned events and activities\n15 mins\nHackney Showroom\n\n\n5\nOpen Conversation\n\n \n\n\n \nOpportunity for residents to share ideas and suggestions for activities and events on Kings Crescent: \n·        What have you enjoyed about previous events/activities? \n·        What else would you like to see happening?\n20-30mins\nResidents\n\n\n6\nAny other business\n5 mins\nTRA Chair\n\n\n7\nDates of next meetings & Events \nClose\n5 mins\nTRA Chair\n\n\n\nPlease note that this meeting is focused on community. The next meeting for discussing estate related issues with Hackney is the ETRA meeting in October 2021.
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/community-meeting-september-2021/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:residents group meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="KC TRA Committee":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210911T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210613T092022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210828T092003Z
UID:1664-1631379600-1631394000@kingscrescent.org
SUMMARY:Kings Feast Event
DESCRIPTION:Book your FREE tickets here: https://www.hackneyshowroom.com/kings-feast/\n(Children welcome before 7pm)
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/kings-feast-event/
LOCATION:Hackney Showroom Space\, 4 Murrain Road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:community event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210910T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210909T091134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T091134Z
UID:1831-1631278800-1631282400@kingscrescent.org
SUMMARY:Police community contact session
DESCRIPTION:The Brownswood Police Safer Neighbourhoods Team are holding a community contact session. \nGo along to meet them outside Sainsburys if you want to meet the team\, ask questions or just have a chat! \n  \nYou can contact the team via:\nMobile: 07843291140\nEmail:Brownswood.SNT@met.police.uk\nYou can also follow your local team on Twitter:\n@MPSBrownswood\nMet Twitter accounts:\n@metpoliceuk\n@MPSHackney
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/police-community-contact-session/
LOCATION:Outside Sainsburys\, 255-259 Green Lanes\, London\, N4 2UX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Police Community Contact Session
ORGANIZER;CN="Police - Brownswood SNT":MAILTO:Brownswood.SNT@met.police.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210814T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210814T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210611T121753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T151515Z
UID:1655-1628942400-1628964000@kingscrescent.org
SUMMARY:Kings Crescent Street Party
DESCRIPTION:Hackney Showroom are hosting a Street Party on the Play Street\nwith live bands and DJs\, soft play outside\, food stalls\,\na bar\, dancing and loads of fun!\nNeighbours\, loved ones and friends\, the time to get out and celebrate is here. And we are bringing the party right to your doorstep! \nJoin your neighbours for a day full of music with DJs and live acts TALIABLE\, MARIA UZOR and NOON GARDEN. \nWe have Caribbean food courtesy of BICKLES OF BRIXTON\, ice cream\, a bar and all round good vibes. \nThis event is FREE and is for Kings Crescent residents and surrounding neighbours. \nSimply register for yourself and/or your household to let us know you’re coming \n  \nThe TRA will be hosing a jumble sale during the party(12-3pm)\nwith all proceeds going to a local food bank & soup kitchen (St JohnsN4) \n      Please help with:\n\nDonations of books\, home items\, kids clothing\, toys etc (to sell at the jumble sale)\nClothing & food (to donate directly to St Johns food bank and clothing bank – see details below)\nCakes to be judged ‘bake off’ style at 12.30pm then sold. Prizes will be given to the adult and child winners!\nVolunteers to help at the event\n\nThe TRA committee will be around on the day to answer questions and let you know how to get involved. \nPlease do find us and let us know your thoughts and ideas about the activities and events you’d like to see happening on Kings Crescent. \nFurther details of what is needed by St John’s food bank:\nNon-Perishable Foods: \n\nUHT/ Long Life Milk\nFruit juice\nBreakfast Cereal\nSoup\nRice\nPasta   /    Instant noodles   /   Spaghetti hoops\nTinned Tomatoes   /   Tinned Vegetables\nPasta / Curry sauces\nLentils\, beans\, and peas (pulses)\nTinned Meat   /   Tinned Fish\nTinned Fruit  /  Custard   /   Rice Pudding\nPeanut Butter\nHoney/ Jam\nBiscuits\nTea   /   Instant Coffee\n\nThose and their families turning to the Food Bank for help would also appreciate the following\n \nNon-food items:  🧻🧼🧴 \n\nToiletries – deodorant\, shower gel\, shaving gel\, shampoo\, soap\, toothbrushes\, toothpaste\, hand wipes\nSanitary products – sanitary towels/tampons (urgently needed at the moment!!)\nHousehold items – toilet paper\, washing up liquid\, laundry powder/ tabs\n\nPlus\, Pet Food: For cats & dogs \nPlus\, any clean Carrier Bags are always gratefully received. \nAny of this along with clothing donations for the clothing bank can be collected at the Jumble Sale. Clothes need to be washed and in good condition (adult clothes only please but any childrens items can be sold at the jumble sale) \nIf you are not able to attend but would like to support the food bank you can donate directly here: www.bankuet.co.uk/stjohns.
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/disco-loco-street-party/
LOCATION:Play Street\, 4 murrain road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:community event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210801T114500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210801T134500
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210725T065016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210725T065016Z
UID:1725-1627818300-1627825500@kingscrescent.org
SUMMARY:Gardeners Gathering
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/gardeners-gathering/
LOCATION:Allotment Courtyard\, Between Therfield\, Barley\, Chipping & Redbourn Courts
CATEGORIES:community event,Gardening
ORGANIZER;CN="KC TRA Committee":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210727T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210727T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210727T172721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220213T124814Z
UID:1738-1627412400-1627416000@kingscrescent.org
SUMMARY:Steering group Meeting July 2021
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed meeting for those who have applied to be part of the residents steering group. It is mandatory to have attended the steering group training provided by Source Partnership. The steering group comprises of residents from both the old and new blocks and provides resident input into the next stage of new build and refurbishment of Kings Crescent. \nFor further information on joining the ‘Resident Steering Group’ please email john@sourcepartnership.com or carol@sourcepartnership.com \n\nNotes of Kings Crescent Steering Group Meeting \nheld on 27th July 2021 via Google Meet \n  \n\n\n\nThose Present:\nCllr. Brian Bell (BB) (Chair) \nCllr Clare Potter (CP)  \n7 residents: \nEP\, JWM\, KH\, PA\, PD\, HC\, TD\n(Names removed for public version)\n\n\nIn Attendance:\nRon Greenwood (RG) \nWilliam Owen (WO) \nCarol Squires (CS) \nJohn Morris (JM) \nMenekse Saitoglu \nSam Curtis Lindsay (SCL)\nLB Hackney \nLB Hackney \nSource Partnership (ITLA) \nSource Partnership (ITLA) \nSource Partnership (ITLA) \nHackney Showroom\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1.0\nIntroductions and apologies \nAction\n\n\n  \n1.1\nApologies were received from residents ES and RA\n\n\n\n2.0\nNotes of previous meeting held 26th May 2021 and any Matters Arising not elsewhere on the agenda\n \n\n\n  \n2.1\nThe minutes from the last meeting were agreed as accurate. All matters arising to be discussed on the agenda. \n  \nIt was noted that the sewer behind the Vince Murrain Community Centre has finally been repaired with a permanent cover.\n \n\n\n3.0\nHackney Showroom update  \n \n\n\n  \n3.1\nSam updated the meeting with the planned events over the coming months organised by HS: \n·   14/8 – street party 12 noon to 6.00 pm to launch the refitted HS/TRA space. \n·   Everyone on the estate should have received a brochure listing activities for the rest of 2021. \n·   16/8 for 2 weeks Futureheads for 8-11 year olds. On line sign up. All activities are free for KC residents. \n·   From 3/9\, every Friday an over 60s lunch club\, 12 -2. In parallel with this\, HS are also launching a befriending service. \n·   The TRA is restarting the homework club in the HS space from 6/9. \n·   Disco Loco library on Tuesdays 4-6 with reading and activities \n·   Easy Rollers – soft play and music for under 1s between 10 and 11 am\, under 5s 11 to 12. \n·   Kings Feast – a meal and quiz\, kids before 7.00\, adults 7.00 to 9.00 \n·   15/9 TRA AGM \n·   TRA family fun mornings once a month from 7/10 – coffee and drop in to chat to Chama\, HS Community Co-ordinator. \n·   The space will also be open for hirers. \n·   Once open\, HS will be at Murrain Rd 10-6 Monday to Friday. \nCP asked what the arrangements will be for local residents to run activities. \nSCL confirmed that for events run by HS there will be no charge for KC residents but if someone is running an activity for which they charge\, a small subsidised charge will be levied on their use of the space. \nJMW to send SCL details of someone she knows who is interested in running seated exercise classes.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n JMW \n \n\n\n4.0\nUnit C update\n \n\n\n  \n4.1\nWO reported that there are a few snags to sort out before hand over. He showed some photos of the internal fit out.\n  \n \n\n\n5.0\nPhase 3&4 update  \n \n\n\n  \n5.1\nRG reported that the 6th and final negotiation meeting is due to be held next week. A total of 12 weeks of negotiations. He was encouraged by the attention to detail and the involvement of senior directors\, demonstrating a keenness to win the work. \nIssues that have been challenging or been the subject of value engineering include: \n·        Uncertainty about pricing and availability of pre cast concrete such that part of the ground floor flank elevation to the main courtyard on DZ5N has been changed to brick \n·     Alternative lift supplier being discussed with the LBH lifts team for sales flats \nSavings on refurbishment have been considered in the light of a desire to maintain design parity with the new build blocks. \n·     RG presented proposals to retain brickwork to walkways facing inwards to the estate. EP\, PA and JWM were in favour of this as long as existing metal work and other retained elements are cleaned up.  JWM asked if the balcony walkways would be resurfaced. RG confirmed they will. \nThe view is that the external changes may require a planning application as a material amendment to existing permission. \nFurther value engineering proposals will result in: \n·     Not replacing Weston Court roof. The condition survey indicates that the roof has a 15 year life. The view is that preserving the roof is more sustainable than its replacement with a green one. RG acknowledged that this will put Weston Court out of synch with the other blocks in terms of future roof replacement programmes. PA agrees with this. \nKH asked if brick is not considered a better option visually. RG – specifying pre cast concrete does fit with fashion but there is an aspiration to specify a mix of pcc and brick. \nCP asked if these reductions will result in a lower charge for leaseholders. RG replied that inevitably\, the less is spent on the refurbishment\, the lower the leaseholder recharge will be. \nHC queried the rationale for changing roofs given the release of carbon when carrying out building works. RG agreed with the principle that it is more sustainable not to change the roof. \nCP asked if\, when the Weston Ct roof does need replacing it will be replaced with a green roof. RG assumed that this would be the case unless there has been further technological developments when this time comes. \n·     Omission of external resident stores from spec. is another potential saving. JWM strongly opposed to this; they are used extensively\, though she acknowledged they can attract ASB. RG suggested the option of identifying alternative storage facilities. Fire safety is also a consideration in removing stores where they are currently situated. BB asked what is proposed for the areas where the stores will have been removed. RG replied that there are no plans at the moment; it could be worked through with residents and the contractors. \nCP asked if data could be brought to the next meeting demonstrating how well used the stores are at the moment. WO to compile a report for the next RSG. \n  \nBB asked for an updated timetable. RG reported: \n  \no   Final negotiation meeting 6/8/21 \no   Best and final offer to be submitted by 23/8/21 \no   S20 stage 2 to be issued once the result of the tender is known – Sept. \no   A surgery for leaseholder queries will be organised mid Oct. \no   End of October completion of S20 process. \no   Cabinet approval on 6/10/21. \no   Contract signed in November. \no   3rd stage S20 notice is more by way of information and can be issued after contract entered into. \no   Spring 2022 start on site. \n  \nEP raised the timescale of the S20 process: if cabinet has given the go ahead early in October\, there will not have been the opportunity for leaseholders to put concerns via S20 consultation before the cabinet approval. RG stated that the issues are well known and there will be a delegated authority to deal with ongoing concerns at Director level. \n  \nBB emphasised that leaseholders can only be charged a maximum of what they have been notified in the S20 notices. It looks likely that there will now be reductions for all blocks. \n  \nEP asked for an update on leaseholder buy backs. RG reported that they have continued and that 2 or 3 more are being processed at the moment.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWO \n  \n \n\n\n  \n5.2\nThere was a site visit to [one of the potential contractor’s] sites this morning. BB asked for feedback. \n  \nPA found it interesting. The finishes and the show flats seemed well designed\, despite a few small issues with cupboards and doors. The community centre was an impressive size and similar to the size of the planned CC at Kings Crescent. \n  \nPD thought common areas were a generous size and again\, finishes looked good. \n  \nBB noted the balconies that looked out over a very busy road and the underground car park apparently flooded. \n  \nWO ran through photos and videos he took on the visit. \n  \nRG noted that one area of discussion arose around the desire to start the conversation about the fit out of our community centre early.\n \n\n\n6.0\nPhase 1 & 2 update \n \n\n\n  \n6.1\nWO reported that many defects have now been resolved. An external consultant went round the energy centre and has asked to speak to a few residents about monitoring their energy use over a period of time. \n  \nLBH are still waiting for a response from Higgins on resolving the problem with venting the lift shafts. WO will let residents know when remedial works are starting. \n  \nKH reported that the Wallington lift is very noisy. WO to note and pass onto the lift consultant. He also noted that a new lift contractor is now in place for LBH – Apex. \n  \nBB asked that this is kept on the agenda for future meetings.\n  \n  \n  \n WO \n  \n  \nWO \n  \n  \n  \n \n\n\n7.0\nTRA update \n \n\n\n  \n7.1\nEP reported that the TRA had their quarterly community-focused meeting on 10/6. An event around the allotments was organised on 20th June; there is another one this Sunday. \n  \nThe homework club is switching to HS in September. \n  \nThe TRA secured a grant so that HS’s Futureheads programme can be extended into a second week. \n  \nTRA AGM is on 15th Sept. Nominations for new committee members are welcome.\n  \n  \n \n\n\n8.0\nITLA update \n \n\n\n  \n8.1\n JM gave an update: Source have resumed a presence at the CC office on Mondays and Wednesdays but there have been very few visitors. We will take a break over August and review in September. \n  \nWe have been dealing with leaseholder buyback requests and anticipate  more work when the next stage of S20 Notices go out.\n \n\n\n9.0\nAny urgent business  \n \n\n\n \n None\n \n\n\n10.0 \nDate of next meeting \n \n\n\n  \n \n22nd September 2021\, 7.00. We will seek advice nearer the date if it will be possible to meet in person.\n \n\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n\n\n\n\nAgenda item \nLead \n\n\n1\n  \nIntroductions and Apologies \n \nCllr Bell (Chair) \n \n\n\n2\nNotes of previous meeting held 26th May 2021 and any matters arising not elsewhere on the agenda \n \nCllr Bell (Chair)\n\n\n3\nHackney Showroom – update and future activities \n \nNina\, Sam (HS)\n\n\n4\n  \nUnit C update \n \nWill (LBH)\n\n\n5\nPhase 3 & 4 \na)     Update on progress with contractor procurement \nb)     Site visits – Ladderswood Estate 27th July \n \n  \nRon (LBH) \nRon (LBH) / John (Source) \n \n\n\n6\nPhase 1 & 2 \n \nWill (LBH) \n \n\n\n7\nTRA update \n \nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n8 \n \nITLA update\nSource\n\n\n9\n  \nAny urgent business \n \nCllr Bell (Chair) \n \n\n\n10\nDate of next meeting \n \nCllr Bell (Chair) \n 
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/steering-group-meeting-july-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:steering group meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Source Partnership":MAILTO:john@sourcepartnership.com; carol@sourcepartnership.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210714T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210714T203000
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CREATED:20210327T143056Z
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SUMMARY:ETRA meeting July 2021
DESCRIPTION:This ‘Enhanced Tenants & Residents Association’ (ETRA) ‘meeting is a chance for residents to speak to Hackney representatives about issues on the estate e.g. cleaning\, repairs\, antisocial behaviour.  \nETRA meetings happen on a quarterly basis in January\, April\, July & October \nMinutes\nChair of the meeting: Emley Pine\, Chair of the TRA & Minutes taken by Emilie Leclerc \nAttended by 9 residents plus: \n\n\n\nIn attendance:\nBernard Thomas (BT)\nEstate Cleaning\n\n\n \nJohn Morris\nConsultant at Source Partnership/ Independent Resident Advisor\n\n\n \nWilliam Owen\nProject Officer Regeneration (Hackney)\n\n\n \nClare Potter\nCouncillor Brownswood Ward\n\n\n \nAnnette Reid (AR)\nHousing Officer for Kings Crescent Estate (Hackney)\n\n\n \nDonna Bryce\nHead of Resident Safety and Interim Head of New Build\n\n\nApologies:\nBianca Rembrandt\, Community Safety and Principal Enforcement Officer\nDeborah Noel\, ASB Manager for the North of Hackney\n\n\n \nBronwen Thomas\, Project Officer Regeneration\nLynn Humphrey from Digital Skills Team\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nAgenda Item\nAction and Owner\n\n\n1\nWelcome\, Introductions & Apologies\n \n\n\n \n Sarah H proposes to approve the minutes from the last ETRA in April 2021\, Alice H seconds. (Confirmed via WhatsApp post meeting)\n \n\n\n2\nUpdate on Kings Crescent South & Wider Estate\n \n\n\n \nAnnette gives the following updates: \n  \nBlocks in ‘Kings Crescent South’: Bramfield\, Theobalds\, Datchworth & Weston Courts plus Annette to report on general estate management \n·        Clarification on estate management – Kings Crescent is split into two sides. The newer blocks were handed from the new build team over to “business as usual” on 20 December(?) 2019. Annette is part of “business as usual” and she does pretty much anything. Regardless of your tenure\, you can email neighbourhood@hackney.gov.uk and Annette’s team will filter the request and get the answer from the relevant department. \n·        Ants in Bramfield/Theobalds – A survey was done; Annette will chase the environmental services to know what was the outcome. \n·        Hackney Digital skills update – Lynn gave her apologies.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAR to chase environmental services and update the residents about the outcome of the ants survey\n\n\n3\nService Charges\n \n\n\n \nPhil McKee gives a summary of the recent Service Charges meeting with Judith Morrison (Head of Leasehold & Right to Buy Services): \nResidents prepared 10 questions for Judith who kindly prepared and answered these questions. \nResidents asked why there was such a large increase in electricity for some buildings. Judith agreed to look into it. \nQuestions were also raised about why about 50 residents have been overcharged for their electricity. Judith also agreed to ask the questions to the energy team. Residents raised the issue of people being charged the wrong amount for the service charges and Judith explained that since the cyber-attack services charges were being calculated and managed manually with Excel spreadsheet which was shocking for many residents. \nAnother point was that many lines from our service charges do not actually happen such as gardening or estate management. Judith explained that even if those items were in the estimates\, they should not be charged in the actuals if the service had not been delivered. \n \n \n\n\n4\nUpdate on Kings Crescent North\n \n\n\n \nBlocks in ‘Kings Crescent North’: Lemsford\, Sandon\, Kimpton\, Wallington\, Radwell\, Therfield\, Barley\, Chipping\, Redbourn\, Kelshall\, Ardeley\, Rushden\, Widford (these are all the blocks that were built and refurbished in phases 1&2 of Kings Crescent regeneration) \n  \nWilliam gives the following updates: \n·        Update on list of all defects handed over from Higgins to LBH – No update \n·        Update with ongoing issues: \no   Broken doors & reason for yellow railing instalment – These were installed to deal with the overreaching of the doors. They will be removed this week and hinges changed to stop the overreaching. Handles are also being replaced. \no   Slippery patches of courtyard – No update \no   CCTV for bike stores – This has been installed. \no   Reason for lifts breaking/no signal in lifts/alarm buttons working now? – The emergency lines are working in the lifts. The lift specialist concluded that the other issues came from overheating; Higgins have agreed to install ventilation to all lifts. A new contractor (APEX) is now in charge of managing the lifts. Hackney hopes APEX is more competent than the previous contractor. \no   Cracks in windows – All windows defect needs to be reported to the repair team. Hackney needs evidence of repetition of the defects to get it resolved. \no   Ventilation system issues – People should report issues with their Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) units to the repair team so they can build a register of issues and decide if this is a defect or not. Though it was noted that leaseholders would be expected to pay for service or repairs themselves\, unless there was a proven defect. \no   Play street signs – Bronwen is working to get signs designed which would aesthetically go well with the estate. \no   Bollards – The retractable bollards will be replaced when a good replacement is found. \no   Playing logs – the wooden logs will be replaced by rubber logs. \n·        Allotment Courtyard – noise\, damage to allotments and walls\, consultation regarding redesign of ‘fruit maze’ area  – EP is proposing to remove the structures and have a grassed area instead. Annette asks what other residents think. Others are worried that a grassed area may turn into a football pitch. Annette explains that 139 residents would need to be consulted and that a majority would need to agree to the proposal for anything to happen. Fund could possibly come from next year’s fund for estate improvement\, but Annette needs to check if this is possible. \no   It was noted that the noise is a significant inconvenience for some residents. \no   The benefit of space for the children to play outside was noted as well as the challenges of an outdoor space which works for all. Though it was highlighted that the noise disturbance was often from balls games & loud screaming/shouting rather than just from play activities. \n  \nDonna explains that she is working on coordinating an action plan to deal with all issues raised by residents which have not being solved yet. She has done this for a different estate before and it worked well. \n  \nUpdate from Bernard from the cleaning team. \nThe cleaners are in charge of cleaning the windows they can reach. Residents from Theobald and Bramfield courts explain that no windows have ever been cleaned in the last 10 years. Bernard will visit all blocks to see if this is true. \nHoovering is taking place as it should. If residents have issues with the cleaning\, they can contact Bernard by emailing cleaner.estates@hackney.gov.uk or by phoning 0208 356 2121. \nIf an issue does not get resolved\, Bernard accepts to be emailed directly at: bernard.thomas@hackney.gov.uk \n  \nAnnette explains how to report repairs: \nOn 0208 356 3691 \nor by email to repairsrcc@hackney.gov.uk \nor via our chat facility https://hackney.gov.uk/repairs available Monday to Friday 9am to 4.30pm \n  \nA query was raised as to whether this contradicted the statement at the start of the meeting that all issues could be raised with Annette. Annette clarified that residents could cc her into emails when contacting other departments and she will then be able to help chase & also re-direct emails if needed. \n  \nAnnette explains how to report illegal parking: \nEmail parking.enforcement@hackney.gov.uk or if your enquiry is urgent\, e.g. someone is blocking your driveway\, you can request parking enforcement by calling: \nMonday to Friday\, 8am to 5pm: 020 8356 8877 / 5pm to 8:45pm: 020 8356 7555 Saturday\, 7.30am to 8.30pm: 020 8356 7555 \nSunday\, 8.15am to 4.30pm: 020 8356 7555 \nOr online at  https://hackney.gov.uk/request-parking-enforcement \n  \nAnnette is aware that the recycling bin doors outside Therfield Court on Sim Street are broken. She has reported this to Hackney’s repairs department.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAR to help the TRA with the consultation process \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBT to visit all blocks to see if windows are getting cleaned \n  \n  \nDB to share action plan\n\n\n5\nHeating costs in Newer Blocks\n \n\n\n \n·        Competitive? \n·        Update on broken meters overcharging residents. \n·        Heat Trust enrolment? \nDonna gives the following update: \nA meeting will be organised with the different energy teams\, the IT services and possibly a third-party specialist before the end of next week to come up with a solution. \nWhile the Committee noted the positive steps\, it was highlighted that this was first raised at TRA meetings with Hackney over two years ago (as noted in the minutes from those meetings) and so the speed of a response on this issue is not acceptable.\n \n\n\n6\nUpdate from Source Partnership\n \n\n\n \nUpdate from John: \nThe Vince Murrain community hall has been opened on Wednesday and Friday afternoons but not many people have visited. \nEvents may start again towards the end of July. \nTwo contractors are still tendering for the next phase of works on the estate and the successful tenderer should be revealed in September. Start on site will not start before March next year. \nSite visits are being organised to the tendering contractors’ live building sites for residents to see what those contractors are like. \nIn terms of section 20 notices\, they will be shared in August. Those notices will give a better estimate of the likely cost of the works for the individual flat. \nA number of residents have raised the questions of the council buying their flat so they can avoid paying for these works. The council has a limited budget for this. It is possible to apply for that. The council’s budget for this year has already been allocated but it includes four or five of the affected leaseholders. Simon Theobald (simon.theobald@hackney.gov.uk) is the head of housing and finance who can organise for a valuer to go and visit flats. \n \n \n\n\n7\nAny other business? \nJWM asks about the storage available on the estate and how to apply for it. \nAR confirms there is storage available. \nSH highlights that she spotted young people playing in the out of bounds area where the previous allotments are. \nEP and DB explains that fibre broadband is in the process of being installed on the estate\, for more details visit: https:/2021/07/10/message-regarding-community-fibre-installation/ \n \n \n\n\n8\nDates of next meetings & close \nStreet Party – 14 August 2021 – Volunteers are required \nCommunity Party – 11 September 2021 \nCommunity Meeting (AGM with elections of TRA members) – 15 September 2021 \nETRA – 12 October 2021\n \n\n\n\n  \nPrevious Information: \nAgenda\nOn Zoom only due to Covid-19 restrictions \nThe zoom link for this meeting will be emailed to all who request it (email kingscrescentn4@gmail.com) \n\n\n\n \nAgenda Item\nSuggested \nTiming \n \nLead\n\n\n1\nWelcome\, Introductions & Apologies\n5 mins\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n \n·        Approval of minutes from last ETRA meeting (April 2021) \n \n\n\n\n\n2\nUpdate on Kings Crescent South & Wider Estate\n\n\n\n\n \nBlocks: Bramfield\, Theobalds\, Datchworth\, Weston Court and general estate management \n·        Clarification on estate management \n·        Update on action points from last meeting \n·        Play Street – 3 no entry signs – update on installation. \n·        Ants in Bramfield/Theobalds \n·        Hackney Digital skills update \n  \n(Other Hackney departments may also be represented here)\n20 mins\nAnnette Reid Housing Officer \n \n\n\n3\nService Charges\n\n \n\n\n \n·        Summary of recent Service Charges meeting with Judith Morrison (Head of Leasehold & Right to Buy Services) \n \n10 mins\nPhil McGee \n(resident)\n\n\n4\nUpdate on Kings Crescent North\n\n\n\n\n \nBlocks: Lemsford\, Sandon\, Kimpton\, Wallington\, Radwell\, Therfield\, Barley\, Chipping\, Redbourn\, Kelshall\, Ardeley\, Rushden\, Widford \n·        Update on list of all defects handed over from Higgins to LBH \n·        Update with ongoing issues: \no   Broken doors & reason for yellow railing instalment \no   Slippery patches of courtyard \no   CCTV for bike stores \no   Reason for lifts breaking/no signal in lifts/alarm buttons working now? \no   Cracks in windows \no   Ventilation system issues \n·        Allotment Courtyard – noise\, damage to allotments and walls\, consultation regarding redesign of ‘fruit maze’ area \n \n30 mins\nWill Owen  Project Officer Regeneration (Hackney) \nDonna Bryce New Build Team\n\n\n5\nHeating costs in Newer Blocks\n\n \n\n\n \n·        Competitive? \n·        Update on broken meters overcharging residents. \n·        Heat Trust enrolment?\n10 mins\nEnergy team Or Hackney Representative\n\n\n6\nUpdate from Source Partnership\n\n\n\n\n \n·        Update from John/Carol\n5 mins\nSource Partnership\n\n\n7\nAny other business? \n \n5mins\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n8\nDates of next meetings & close \n \n5 mins\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n\n  \n**Please note that this meeting will only deal with estate related issues** \nWe will have another community focused resident meeting in September 2021 to discuss plans and ideas for events and activities etc. This will also be our AGM and we will be electing the new committee. We are looking for new committee members! \nFeel free to email kingscrescentn4@gmail.com  with any ideas or suggestions for community building or to find out more about how to get involved!
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/etra-meeting-july-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ETRA meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="KC TRA Committee":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210711T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210629T130639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210710T185337Z
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SUMMARY:Jumble Trail on the Play Street
DESCRIPTION:Kings Crescent will be participating in Grazebrook’s ‘Jumble Trail’!\nIf you would like to host a stall (£10) see here for more information: https://www.grazebrookpsa.com/grazebrook-summer-jumble-trail  \nOtherwise if you have unwanted toys\, clothes etc that you would like to donate please bring them on the day (all proceeds will go to support Grazebrook Primary School). \nHackney Showroom will be there providing music and entertainment for the kids!
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/jumble-trail-on-the-play-street/
LOCATION:Play Street\, 4 murrain road\, London\, N4 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:community event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210630T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210630T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210608T180733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T113510Z
UID:1640-1625079600-1625085000@kingscrescent.org
SUMMARY:Service Charges Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Judith Morrision (Head of Hackney Leasehold & RTB Services)\, who joined the last ETRA meeting back in April has agreed to have a separate meeting to take residents’ questions on service charges. (This meeting is likely only relevant to leaseholders).\n\n\nPhil McKee (leaseholder) will chair this meeting and collate questions to send to Judith at least 1 week before the meeting. So if you have a specific question that you’d like to ask then please email KingsCrescentN4@gmail.com and we will pass the questions to Phil.\nPlease keep to one question if possible and they need to be relating to service charges in general and not individual dwellings.\n\nThe meeting will take place on Zoom\, please email KingsCrescentN4@gmail.com if you would like the link to attend.\n\nAGENDA & Questions for JM\n\nQuestions to Judith Morrison for 30th June Service Charge Meeting with residents of King’s Crescent Estate\, N4 \n(Main focus of questions relate to newer buildings) \nProposed Agenda: \n\nIntros\nJudith Morrison\nResponse to questions\nAny other business\nClose\n\n  \nResident Questions related to Service Charges \n\nCan you explain how the service charges actual vs estimation works? For example\, how can you provide estimations for the upcoming year before you have provided residents with the actuals for the year just passed? 10 minutes\n\n  \n\nWhy does the charge vary so greatly year on year?  The charge has doubled since we moved in 3 years ago with no evident improvement in services.  For example\, one resident has seen their charges increase 40% in 3.5 years – from £160/month in 2017 to £220/month in 2021.  10 minutes\n\n  \n\nPlease fully explain the recent mishaps in service charge direct debits. It is not a coincidence that there was system failure two months in a row and this can’t be related to the cyber attack.  What happened and who was responsible? 10 minutes\n\n  \n\nTender process – at no point has it ever been explained how HC looks for value. All we’ve been told is that you just pay bills and pass them on to us.  This is why we’ve had really high electricity bills year on year.  Can we get more transparency on the vendor selection process?  For each support contract per year? 5 minutes\n\n  \n\nWill we be reimbursed for the services not received last year\, e.g. gardening and maintenance? But the most obvious one is window cleaning.  We pay for window cleaning and you try and get unqualified cleaners to do this job.  And cleaning itself is a big issue – mainly because you require the cleaning staff do so much in so little time\, with little equipment to do the job properly. 10 minutes\n\n  \n\nHow much money is in the reserve fund and when is the time that we can stop paying into it? Is it comparable to other private housing in London and can you provide evidence?  We are legally obligated to see evidence of this as it is a protected fund and they are not allowed to dip into it. 5 minutes\n\n  \n\nNo one at HC has ever responded to residents’ requests on excessive electric charges in Kimpton Court. 5 minutes\n\n  \n\nSpecific question on early overcharge issue:\n\n  \nI obtained the details from Ewalina Sorbjan of all charges for both the estate and our block\, Sandon Court\, for the period April 2017 to March 2018. Note that the block was completed in late November 2017 and thus only became habitable then. \n  \nOf the 68 work orders paid for during this period\, 32 of them have a recorded date of payment of 1/4/17\, and six of them have a recorded date of payment of 6/4/17\, for work which presumably and sometimes explicitly took place in the previous financial year (e.g.\, work order 01599070 Capital Roads & Footways 2016-2017 Phase 1\, payment dated 6/4/17 and costing £9166.26). The recording of the payments on these dates was convenient for Hackney Council because Hackney Council apparently believed it meant that the tenants who moved in during the financial year 1/4/17 – 31/3/18 became liable for the cost (I presume the recording of the 6/4/17 dates of payment was performed by someone who thought that Hackney Council’s financial year is the same as the usual one\, which in itself is extremely suspicious). \n  \nIt seems that Hackney Council have deliberately recorded these dates of payment (or waited until these dates to make the payment) in order to pass the costs on to new residents\, in order to exploit the Agreed Terms of the lease\, Clause 3\, Payment of Management Charges to the Lessor (A). Perhaps somewhat fortunately for us\, our block was completed eight months late\, so we only incurred a third of these charges. \n  \nHowever\, in order for this clause of the lease to apply\, the costs and expenses must have been incurred within that financial year: given that invoices are generally submitted after work is complete\, and given that my previous request for the dates of the completed works was never responded to\, I can only presume that these dates are incorrect and were entered for the purpose of overcharging new residents – 38 out of 68 falling on these essential days would be an uncanny coincidence. To counter this accusation\, Hackney Council should provide the previously requested evidence\, should it exist\, for all 32 payments that fall on 1/4/17 and for all six that fall on 6/4/17. Hackney Council may argue that this clause of the Agreed Terms allows costs from a previous year to be carried over to the following year if the amount remains unpaid. However\, since in the year 2016/17 the lease did not exist\, such charges cannot remain unpaid\, since they were not the responsibility of new residents. This is likely why Hackney Council recorded the payment dates as they did. \n  \nFurthermore\, all 20 block-specific charges were paid on 1/4/17 (besides cleaning\, which is not dated but remains far too high for three hours work per week). The block was only certified as habitable in late November 2017\, so any payments made simply can not form part of the management charges as these were activities (if they are real) that would have been covered by Higgins during the building of the block. Residents can not be expected to pay for the preparation and completion of a building for which they each paid over half a million pound to move into as new. \n  \nWhat does Ms Morrison have to say about the legitimacy of these charges and why was the requested evidence never supplied\, despite several requests?  15 minutes \n\n 
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/service-charges-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Service Charges Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210620T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210620T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210608T184123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210608T184123Z
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SUMMARY:Seed swap event in allotment courtyard
DESCRIPTION:We have just bought some seeds\, tools and compost and planning to have an informal ‘seed swap’ event on Sunday 20th June from 11.30am. Come along to the allotment courtyard to meet fellow gardeners\, discuss gardening tips\, and take some seeds to plant – either in your allotment plot or in pots to take home and grow! This is an outdoor event but please maintain social distancing to reduce the risk of Covid-19. \nThe TRA has recently taken over management of the allotments from Hackney’s New Build team so we will be reallocating the unused plots as well as the allocating 6 of the new plots to those who have been on the waiting list for a long time. \nIn addition we will keep a few community plots to use for gardening events and to create a communal herb garden. \nWe have been awarded £600 of Hackney’s ‘Community Development fund’ to spend on gardening related equipment and events. These events are intended to build community around gardening and are open to anyone\, not just residents with allotment plots.
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/seed-swap-event-in-allotment-courtyard/
LOCATION:Allotments area\, In courtyard between Therfield\, Barley\, Chipping and Redbourne Courts
CATEGORIES:community event,Gardening
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ORGANIZER;CN="KC TRA Committee":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210610T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210610T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210327T134213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T183448Z
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SUMMARY:Community meeting June 2021
DESCRIPTION:This community meeting hosted by the Tenants & Residents Association (TRA) committee aims to celebrate the community which already exists on Kings Crescent and look for ways to develop this further. \nIt’s a chance for residents to discuss what events and activities we want to have here\, meet your neighbours etc.  \nLet us know if you have any ideas!  \nThis meeting will be held online via Zoom \nPlease email KingsCrescentN4@gmail.com to be sent the Zoom link to access the meeting \n  \nMinutes:\nChair of meeting: Emley Pine (KCTRA) \nResidents of Kings Crescent Estate present: 6 \nIn attendance:                From: \n\n\n\nNina Love\nHackney Showroom\n\n\nJohn Morris\nSource Partnership\n\n\nCllr Clare Potter\nBrownswood Ward Councillor\n\n\n\nApologies recieved from 6 residents \n  \n\n\n\n \nAgenda Item\nAction\n\n\n1\nWelcome and Introductions \n·        Clare proposes to approve the minutes from March 2021\, Emley seconds.\n\n\n\n2\nResidents Group (TRA) Committee Updates by Emley \n·        Upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) – Next community meeting is in September\, a few members are stepping down so if anyone is interested to join the committee\, please come forward. The position of secretary will be vacant but if anyone is interested to any other named roles (being Chair\, Vice-Chair and Treasurer) all current members holding these positions are happy to change role. It would be good to have a hand-over so if anyone wants to join the committee please do come forward soon so that we can start this process. Please contact the committee if you are interested or want to ask any questions about the role (KingsCrescentN4@gmail.com) \n·        The next “in-person” meetings are likely to still have a Zoom option and perhaps a film being played in the second room of Unit C with a volunteer to look after children for residents who would like to attend the meetings but cannot due to child care responsibilities. \n·        Work has started at Unit C! \n·        Homework club is restarting in the Vince Murrain Community Centre. Once Unit C is ready\, it will move there. The TRA still has budget from the original grant (for running it last year but it was cancelled due to Covid restrictions) so this can be used this to run the club until December. If the club is popular the TRA will apply for further grants to continue the homework club next year. \n·        The TRA has now taken control of the allotments located in the middle courtyard. All plot holders have been written to to inform them of the change of management. Hackney has commissioned the construction of eight new plots which are now built. Unattended plots will also be reallocated and so in total about 11 plots will be given to people on the waiting list.  Four plots will be retained as communal plots for kids (and adults) to plant seeds during gardening events and for a planting a communal herb garden. \n·        On 20 June there will be a seeds swap gardening event. The TRA is hoping to instigate a monthly gardening event for every gardener on the estate\, not just allotment holders. All information will be on the website. \n·        The Black Live Matters film project ran by a resident and partly funded by the TRA has started\, the trailer will be shared once ready. \n·        An art event for kids should happen in October half term. Gustavo\, an artist from Lisbon will be coming to deliver this with Andrew. Further funding is being applied for to add to the money already allocated from the 20/21 ‘community development fund’. \n·        Update on Hackney Resident Participation Team – The team is still in the process of restructure and are recruiting for the new positions. Siovhan has now left the team and Emma Harrison is  back from maternity leave. To contact their team email: Get.Involved@hackney.gov.uk\n\n\n\n3\nHackney Showroom Update by Nina\n\n\n\n \n·        Work started at Unit C on 8 June and is going fast. The contractor is very friendly and professional. Work should take 4 to 6 weeks. There will be drilling works but the contractor is aware that residents from that particular building may be sensitive because they have had issues before. Nina will try to let the TRA and Clissold Quarter Facebook group know when that work is planned so residents are aware. \n·        HS has started a newsletter for Kings Crescent and the wider community and invites the TRA to let them know if they want to advertise any events through that channel. \n·        There will be a Street Party on 14 August with live bands and DJs\, soft play outside\, food stalls\, a bar. HS is looking for volunteers on the day but also in the days leading to the event for making decorations: anyone with a sewing machine or just willing to do some craft is welcomed to help. HS is also looking for volunteers to come for one hour in the morning for the party to help with putting the decorations up. HS is also looking for volunteers to slow down the traffic on the day\, the job would be to stand with a hi-vis and invite motorists to go around the estate or to help them cross the Play Street  safely. \n·        Nina invites the TRA to have a stall on the street during the Street Party to advertise themselves and recruit new committee members. \n·        There will be a free Disco Loco children’s library run by a volunteer from the estate. Weekly lending book event but also activities relating to literature\, this will be officially launched during the Street Party. \n·        A week of activity for 8- to 11-year-olds will be happening during the summer holidays. Funding is being requested to extend the project to two weeks. Different artists will be entertaining the children and activities such as den-building and canoeing will be taking place. \n·        In the Autumn will start a weekly lunch club for over 50s on Fridays. HS is recruiting volunteers to help for this lunch club and to join a befriending scheme. \n·        In September there will be a community meal happening to replace the one that got cancelled last year due to the Covid restrictions: ‘Kings Feast’ with activities such as quiz\, bingo\, live acts etc. HS hopes to repeat the event in December and March. \n·        HS is currently raising money to have a youth street worker to get to know the local kids and find out what activities and events they would want to have running here. \n·        HS has got funding to run 2 sets of activities for teenagers’\, with a view to getting more funding to extend this project. \n·        The young actor’s programme will re-start in autumn. \n·        HS has also got funding for pre-school Disco Loco on Friday mornings\, there will be soft play and a disco. One session for under 1’s and another for 1-5 year olds.\nNina to let the TRA and Clissold Quarter Facebook group know when the drilling work is planned. \n \n\n\n4\nOpen Conversation\n\n\n\n \nIdeas discussed:  A leaflet could be done for advertising the TRA during the Street Party\, tote bag with the Kings Crescent Estate picture designed by the lady who designed our logo could also be distributed. Jill will ask her daughter if she can arrange this and will come back with prices for different options. \nMenekse will ask the Turkish community if there is anything they would like to see happening during this Street Party and will let Emley know. \nHS will soon have a Turkish speaking person who can take call and answer emails in Turkish!\nJill to share prices and options from her daughter in regard to KCE branded stuff to hand-out during Street Party. \nMenekse to share with the TRA if the Turkish community would like to see anything in particular during Street Party\n\n\n5\nSource Partnership Update by John Morris\n\n\n\n \nTwo meetings with contractors tendering for the next phase of the regeneration have taken place. The contractors’ social value team met with Emley and Hackney Showroom who explained to them what we are doing here so that they can come up with a good community plan to submit with their tender. Both contractors are very willing and have lots of good ideas. One contractor should be chosen by the end of the summer but the choice needs to go through internal approval so the contract should be signed in November with works starting in March 2022. \nSP is going back to the Vince Murrain Centre on Mondays 1-3pm from 21 June and on Wednesdays 4-6pm  until 26 July during a slightly staggered period. A newsletter is going out next week with the details.\n\n\n\n6\nAny other business \nJill will be doing a charity sky-dive for Mind in August/September and ask if she can share her giving page on the facebook page. Emley agrees. Some of the money will go to Mind Hackney. \nNina mentions that next year HS would like to hold a KC conference for local artists\, businesses etc. to discuss dreams and vision for the community. They hope to run this activity every year. \nClare chairs the Finsbury Park Trust who is also running a conference about bringing the Finsbury Park community together. KC may want to engage with this kind of conference. Claire will let the TRA know once more details are available. \nEmley is attending an event next week organised by Hackney CVS (#FairerHackney) on emotional health:  https://crm.hcvs.org.uk/civicrm/event/info \nDates of next meetings & close \n20 June – Gardening Event 11.30am-1.30pm \n30 June @ 7pm – Service Charge Meeting (Zoom) \n14 July @7pm – ETRA Meeting with Hackney Representatives (Zoom) \n14 August – Disco Loco Street Party 12-6pm \n11 September – Kings Crescent Feast (indoor) \n15 September – TRA Community Meeting and AGM (committee will be elected) \nAll details of meetings and events can be found here: https:/events-and-meetings/\n\n\n\n\n  \nAdditional information: \n\nPlease note that the next meeting for discussing estate related issues with Hackney is in July 2021.\nSee https:/ for details of upcoming events and minutes of previous meetings.\nTo get in touch with the committee: Email KingsCrescentN4@gmail.com call/text/WhatsApp 07925668497 Social Media: @KingsCrescentN4\n\n\nPrevious information:\nFeaturing: \n\nUpdates from the TRA committee\nUpdates from Hackney Showroom\, Source Partnership and Hackney’s Resident Participation Team\nAn opportunity to share your opinion and ideas\n\nPlease note these community focused meetings take place in March\, June\, September and December each year. \nThere are separate meetings to discuss estate related issues (with Hackney representatives attending) in January\, April\, July\, October. \n  \nAGENDA\n\n\n\n \nAgenda Item\nSuggested \nTiming\nLead\n\n\n1\nWelcome and Introductions \n·        Approve minutes from March 2021\n5 mins\nEmley\n\n\n2\nResidents Group (TRA) Committee Updates \n·        Upcoming AGM \n·        Planed events & activities \n·        Update on Hackney Resident Participation Team\n15 mins\nEmley\n\n\n3\nHackney Showroom Update\n15 mins\nH.S\n\n\n \n·        Progress on building work to transform the space \n·        Planned events and activities\n\n\n\n\n4\nOpen Conversation\n40 mins\nResidents\n\n\n \nOpportunity for residents to share ideas and suggestions for community building activities and events on Kings Crescent.\n\n\n\n\n5\nSource Partnership Update\n5 mins\nS.P\n\n\n \nRecent activity and latest plans for phases 3&4 of KC development\n\n\n\n\n6\nAny other business \nDates of next meetings & close\n10 mins\nEmley
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/community-meeting-june-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:residents group meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="KC TRA Committee":MAILTO:kingscrescentn4@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210526T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
CREATED:20210423T123559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220213T132502Z
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SUMMARY:Steering group meeting May 2021
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed meeting for those who have applied to be part of the residents steering group. It is mandatory to have attended the steering group training provided by Source Partnership. The steering group comprises of residents from both the old and new blocks and provides resident input into the next stage of new build and refurbishment of Kings Crescent. \nFor further information on joining the ‘Resident Steering Group’ please email john@sourcepartnership.com or carol@sourcepartnership.com \n  \nNotes of Kings Crescent Steering Group Meeting \nheld on 26th May 2021 via Google Meet \n  \n\n\n\nThose Present:\nCllr. Brian Bell (BB) (Chair) \nCllr Clare Potter (CP)  \n5 residents: \nEP\, JWM\, KH\, PA\, PD\n  \n  \n(residents names removed for public version)\n\n\nIn Attendance:\nRon Greenwood (RG) \nWilliam Owen (WO) \nCarol Squires (CS) \nJohn Morris (JM)\nLB Hackney \nLB Hackney \nSource Partnership (ITLA) \nSource Partnership (ITLA)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1.0\nIntroductions and apologies \nAction\n\n\n  \n1.1\nApologies were received from residents JG\, PS\, NJ\, TD and AF. \nBB asked it to be noted that he would call on Peter Sim and Alfred as they have been unable to attend any meetings since they started to take place remotely.\n  \n BB\n\n\n2.0\nNotes of previous meeting held 31st March 2021 and any Matters Arising not elsewhere on the agenda\n \n\n\n2.1\nThe minutes from the last meeting were agreed as accurate. All matters arising to be discussed on the agenda.\n \n\n\n3.0\nPhase 3 & 4 \n \n\n\n  \n3.1\nUpdate on progress with contractor procurement – RG \nWeek 4 of negotiations has now started with the 2 remaining tenderers. One tenderer dropped out as they were realistic about their likely inability to meet the budget target. The 2 tenderers are very keen to win the work and have devoted a lot of resources to achieve a deliverable programme within budget. Both MDs have been involved\, demonstrating commitment from senior managers within the organisations. \nRG expects another two rounds of negotiations before a Best & Final Offer in early July; the whole period of negotiation will have taken approx. 8-9 weeks. One challenge the tenderers are facing at the moment is getting commitments from pre-cast concrete suppliers at the necessary price and scale. This illustrates the issue of achieving savings while retaining the integrity of the design. LBH are also looking at alternative specs for the new build in the areas of structural engineering and M&E\, so alternative specs for lifts\, lighting etc. \nScheduled for the selection of a contractor in July\, with internal approvals (including Cabinet) in September. The 2nd stage of the S20 process would be due to complete at the end of August\, with stage 3 completing at the end of October. Contracts would be signed in mid November with start on site March 2022. \nBB asked which contractor dropped out. RG informed the meeting that it was United Living.\n \n\n\n  \n3.2\nSite visits \n  \nThese have been proposed in order for the tenderers to provide some exemplar projects for RSG members and LBH to visit. [One potential contractor] have offered a visit to Thamesmead to illustrate a project that is completed and one on site. [The landlord] are welcoming the opportunity too. RG acknowledged the distance away from Kings Crescent and will talk to [contractor] about other possible options. [Another contractor] have offered sites in Enfield and Lewisham. JM reported that dates being proposed are in w/c 7th June but week day visits are a problem for some residents.  BB suggested looking at Saturdays 12th or 26th. He would prefer the same group to be at all visits for consistent comparison. JWM asked if a photographic or video record of the visits could be taken for those who can’t make the dates. RG agreed.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRG\n\n\n  \n3.3 \n \nFeedback from tenderers’ meetings with TRA and Hackney Showroom \nRG thanked Emley\, Nina and Sam from Hackney Showroom and JM for participating in the ‘added value’ meetings with the contractors. EP felt that both were very open to hearing about what the TRA and HS are planning and seemed responsive to helping meet their aspirations if successful. EP also emphasised the point she made about wishing for early community involvement in fitting out the new community space to be built as part of the new development.\n \n\n\n4.0\nUnit C update\n \n\n\n  \n4.1\nWO gave feedback on the new timescales for the fit out. The building contract has been signed off following resolution of a few queries from London Fire Brigade. Contract will be signed tomorrow (27th May). Start on site scheduled for 7th June with estimated completion in 6 weeks. Building Control will need to sign off at the end of the process. Overall completion now likely to be end July/beginning August.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n\n\n5.0\nPhase 1&2 update  \n \n\n\n  \n5.1\nWO gave feedback on the Post Occupancy Evaluation survey. He noted that there were more responses than expected and they were well thought through and articulate. The single biggest group of responses came from shared ownership properties. There was a wide spread of scores by block and by tenure and the message was similar across all. Highlights of the responses included: \n·    heating and plumbing issues were a common cause of concern \n·    winter gardens and balconies were generally welcomed \n·    problems with front doors and bike sheds were also highlighted. (CCTV in bike sheds is due to be installed very soon). \n·    in terms of services\, repairs received the lowest scores (both for speed of completion and confusion over who to contact) \n·    increases in energy costs a major concern (the Energy Team in LBH are investigating this) \nActions include: \n·    the problem with the lifts has been identified as overheating in a key part of the mechanism; ventilation measures are being investigated. \n·    new door handles have been fitted to Kimpton and Sandon \nWO felt that although many of the issues are not new to officers\, it has been useful to convey to colleagues in other departments the concerns expressed by residents. BB concurred that the exercise has been helpful and it proves that the issues are widespread – not just a few people complaining loudly. \nKH asked if LBH are looking at lift issues in all the blocks. WO replied that the assumption now is that the problems experienced in Kimpton and Sandon are common to all blocks. The mitigation measure of installing some extra ventilation is now about identifying where this should be – in the control panel\, in the lobby area? \nKH added that the lifts are very noisy and he is surprised that these modern lifts do make so much noise. WO explained that the plan is to solve the overheating problem\, isolate that as an issue then look at other factors. \nEP expressed concern at the number of people still reporting that the emergency button is not working and are still getting stuck in the lift. It is frustrating that experts apparently confirm that the lifts are ok while residents know there are still problems. \nKH mentioned that although signs in lifts say not to call the Fire Brigade in case of emergency\, if the lift engineer is e.g. 2 hours away\, people will call the FB.\n \n\n\n6.0\nTRA update \n \n\n\n  \n6.1\nEP reported on recent meetings. There has been an ETRA meeting since the last RSG. One outcome was a promised separate meeting with Leasehold Services.  BB agreed to help chase the leasehold section for a further meeting. \nAnother major issue that arose was the ongoing concerns over electric meters overcharging. RG stated that problems are made complex by the need to bring together so many departments within the Council. Regen is not necessarily the best team to resolve these. BB acknowledged the time it takes to resolve problems. \nThere is a community activity-oriented TRA meeting on 10th June and an AGM in September. New committee members would be very welcome.\n  \n  \n  \nBB \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n\n\n7.0\nITLA update \n \n\n\n  \n7.1\nCS reported back. Source had hoped to be able to be back on site; Community Halls Team were slow to respond to our Risk Assessment and request to be allowed back into the Vince Murrain CC office.  BB to take this up with Community Halls. \nCP asked if the capping off of the sewer pipe was still a problem. JWM said she saw someone around the rear of the centre\, so they could have been fixing this. WO to investigate if this work has been carried out.\n  \nBB \n  \nWO \n \n\n\n8.0\nAny urgent business\n \n\n\n 8.1\nNone\n \n\n\n9.0\nDate of next meeting \n \n\n\n  \n9.1\n27th July 2021\, 7.00. We will seek advice nearer the date if it will be possible to meet in person. \nEP asked if the Stage 2 S20 Notices will have gone out by the time of the next meeting. RG replied that\, technically on current timescales\, yes but cannot be guaranteed. In any event there will be an update on the process at the meeting.\n \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/steering-group-meeting-may-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:steering group meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Source Partnership":MAILTO:john@sourcepartnership.com; carol@sourcepartnership.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210415T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170217
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210519T184300Z
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SUMMARY:ETRA meeting April 2021
DESCRIPTION:This ‘Enhanced Tenants & Residents Association’ (ETRA) ‘meeting is a chance for residents to speak to Hackney representatives about issues on the estate e.g. cleaning\, repairs\, antisocial behaviour.  \nETRA meetings happen on a quarterly basis in January\, April\, July & October \nOn Zoom only due to Covid-19 restrictions \nMinutes\n\n\n\nIn attendance:\nBilly Dunne (BD)\nEstate Cleaning Manager\n\n\n \nJohn Morris\nConsultant at Source Partnership/ Independent Resident Advisor\n\n\n \nJudith Morrison (JM)\nHead of Leasehold & Right to Buy Services (Hackney)\n\n\n \nDeborah Noel\nASB Manager for the North of Hackney (Hackney)\n\n\n \nWilliam Owen (WO)\nProject Officer Regeneration (Hackney)\n\n\n \nClare Potter (CP)\nCouncillor Brownswood Ward\n\n\n \nAnnette Reid (AR)\nHousing Officer for Kings Crescent Estate (Hackney)\n\n\n \nBianca Rembrandt (BR)\nCommunity Safety and Principal Enforcement Officer (Hackney)\n\n\n \nBronwen Thomas (BT) \n  \n15 Residents\nProject Officer Regeneration (Hackney)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nAgenda Item\nAction\nOwner\n\n\n1\nWelcome and Introductions\n \n \n\n\n \nAlice proposes to accept the minutes from the last ETRA meeting (Jan 2021) as they have been shared\, Phil seconds. \nThere are no objections. \nJM ask that the service charges section is brought forward due to her having other obligations at 8pm. Emley suggests that update on issues on the newer block goes first so that JM gets a feel for the sort of issues residents are facing. \n \n \n \n\n\n4\nUpdate on Older Blocks & Wider Estate\n \n \n\n\n \n·        Update on action points from last meeting: No updates given. \n·        Play Street – 3 no entry signs promised but never delivered: BT confirms these signs will be installed when she works out who is the best person to do this. \n·        Cleaning:  BD is surprised to hear that people are not happy with the cleaning because he has not received any complaints from Kings Crescent Estate since the last ETRA\, 3 months ago. \nChristine explains that there is always debris on the play street and that the plants are not looking good. BD explains that his team doesn’t do gardening\, issues about plants are for ground maintenance. Emilie raises the problem of dog foul\, BD explains that the cleaners pick it up in the morning but will not continue to do so throughout the day. PG raises the issue of the glass panel above the front doors; they are very high and difficult to clean\, the cleaners do not seem to have the right tools to clean them so it is rarely cleaned. BD will investigate this. Emilie and Sarah highlights that the carpet gets swept but not hoovered. BD confirms cleaners have hoovers. Sarah will email the cleaning email to raise this. \n·        ASB updates/concerns: PG says it is great that the red boxes have finally been installed over the fire key holes and asked if the red boxes’ key holes have general keys to open them. BR explains that they are “general” but cannot be bought on amazon or ebay so unlikely to be acquired by unwelcomed visitors. Megan agrees that it is great the red boxes have been installed but without the doors being fixed there are still issues of unwelcomed people entering blocks. BR responds that her team is mindful of this and agrees the doors need to be fixed. \n·        Ants in Bramfield/Theobalds: BT asks if a list of addresses could be provided. Emley explains that when it happened before the whole block needed treated and ask why addresses are needed. BT explains that they need addresses before they can do anything. \n·        Courtyard noise: This is in progress; AR is in contact with the people affected by this and will contact the parents of the identified children. \n·        Sainsbury’s articulated trucks are now using Murrain Road (outside Wallington Court) to load and unload: BT agrees this is not acceptable and confirms Sainsburys has been made aware of this. She further explains that Sainsburys does have a permit to park in the highway for deliveries. \n·        Cyber-attack – any further updates: BT confirms that no further information is available. All information is on Hackney’s website. There is an ongoing criminal investigation and that is why no further information can be given. Alice highlights that it is a GDPR requirement that notification is given promptly to those whose personal data may have been at risk through any cyber attack. Therefore\, either can Hackney confirm this has already taken place (ie. If no personal notification then our personal data was not at a risk) or confirm when such notification is expected?  To note that I first contacted Hackney about this 2-3 months ago.. CP confirms that anyone who had their data breached has already been contacted by Hackney and this was a small number of people.\n  \nFind out who should install the no entry signs and instruct them \n  \n  \n  \nInvestigate what tools could be given to the cleaning team to reach the glass panel above the front doors. \n \n  \nBronwen Thomas \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBilly Dunne\n\n\n5\nHeating costs in Newer Blocks\n \n \n\n\n \n·        Competitive? : No updates on how rates are competitive \n·        Update on broken meters overcharging residents: Phil asks if anyone from Hackney can respond to this issue even if the Energy Team is not there. He asks about why residents have to wait when the heating goes down\, BT says it should not be the case. Phil raises the issues of residents being overcharged for heating. BT says she is still looking at getting someone from the Energy Team to respond to this. Richard highlights that he has been paying over £150 a month and that this is not right for a new build. It was also noted that not all residents are being charged this amount (eg. Sarah Hulcoop highlighted that she is paying significantly less).  BT will follow this up with the Energy Team. Phil raises the fact that he has emailed BT\, AR and CP to complain about this without getting any responses. He explains that a neighbour had a professional check their flat and the person said that regardless of the temperature the flat was kept at\, it is not possible to have bills of over £150/month for heating. Phil highlights that there is one issue about the fact that the quoted rate (per KwH) is high but separately some residents are just being over-charged for their heating. \nEmley asks where the money went for these people who has been over-charged for the service received. She also raises that the overpaid money may be lost forever if Hackney is changing heating service supplier. BT says that even if Hackney is changing supplier\, they would request that money from the previous supplier if it was found that some people had been overcharges. Phil says that Insite (the current supplier) refuses to talk to residents because Hackney is their client\, not the residents. Meanwhile Hackney has told residents to contact Insite with issues over charging. BT will raise all those issues with the Energy Team. CP asked if a question about heating cost could be added to the post-occupancy survey. \n·        Heat Trust enrolment?: Not covered during the meeting. \n \n  \n  \nGet the Energy Team to provide information on the following points: \n1. The heating rates are high and don’t appear to be competitive. \n2. Some residents are being massively overcharged\, regardless of their usage. \n3. Residents seem to be charged twice for maintenance\, once in the heating rate and once in the service charge. \n  \n \n  \n  \nBronwen Thomas\n\n\n2\nUpdate on Issues in Newer Blocks\n \n \n\n\n \nUpdate from BT on list of all defects handed over from Higgins to LBH \n·        Broken doors: Higgins have done lots of repair works and the responsibility has now been handed over to Hackney’s repair team.  There has been 25 repair needs reported  since October\, but BT is unaware if these have been dealt with yet\, they are with the repairs team. There has been 25 other reports or planned work since October\, but BT is unaware if these have been dealt with yet. In terms of the loose handles\, new handles have been ordered by Hackney and will be tested on a few doors before more can be bought. Phil asks if the doors should not be replaced rather than fixed if they keep breaking whilst being fairly new (Wallington Court’s door breaks on average twice a month). BT is taking the comment onboard and confirms that Hackney is looking at the bigger picture.  Megan asks when can residents expect the long-term solution to take place? BT confirms the handles are part of the wider solution and that other things are being looked into. BT will ask an update from the repair team about the wider solutions. Sarah highlights that Chipping Court’s door broke and it took 2 weeks to repair so the problem is not just about the number of doors breaks but also the length of time it takes to fix them. Munevver mentions that the metal gates to the courtyard of the blocks closer to Green Lanes bangs really loudly within the block when shut and that she has reported it several times last year and again two weeks ago. A foam block had been added last year but it was a very temporary fix. \n·        Slippery courtyard: Courtyards have been cleaned and sealed last summer. Some areas needed further treatment. (The sound cut at this point). Hackney continues to monitor the situation. \n·        Possible CCTV for bike stores: All bike store in new blocks will have CCTV installed and be monitored by Hackney’s CCTV team. Signs will also be installed to make it explicit that there is CCTV inside the stores. \n·        Lifts continuing to break: Update from WO: Kimpton Court’s and Sandon Court’s were surveyed\, and results are expected soon. The results are expected to be very comprehensive. Alice asks what happens with the lifts of other blocks. WO explains that the results for Sandon and Kimpton Court will inform the solution for the wider estate. Alice mentions that the issue in Barley Court (and elsewhere) is that the emergency button does not work at all & as well as being concerning for residents involved\, is this not a potential legal issue for Hackney (eg. Running a lift where the emergency call buttons are inoperable)?. BT was not aware; she will take this back to the service company. Charlotte asks how long this will take. BT says she will raise this as an emergency. Charlotte asks why this has never been raised as an emergency\, BT cannot explain why. AR explains that even if residents do not report to the right department\, internally Hackney forward the issues to the right department. Residents give several examples where this has not been the case. AR confirms that she will make sure that the issue of emergency button not working will be reported to the right department and she will give an update at the next ETRA. \n·        Cracks in windows: BT is looking into the window manufacturer to see if people can get these repaired under warranty as this is not normal wear. \n·        Ventilation system issues: No full update on this but BT is looking into it. \n·        Post-occupancy evaluation survey of residents: Lots of responses received\, WO thanks residents for this. Hackney will be presenting the results at a later ETRA.  WO invites all residents who have not responded to the survey yet\, to do so.\n  \n  \n  \nGet an update about the long-term solution for the broken doors across Phase 2 of the estate and forward it to residents. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRaise\, as an emergency\, the issue of the faulty lifts’ emergency button with the relevant department and update residents about the outcome \n  \n  \nContact windows manufacturer about windows cracking\n  \n  \n  \n  \nBronwen Thomas \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBronwen Thomas and Annette Reid \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBronwen Thomas\n\n\n3\nService Charges\n \n \n\n\n \nJM states that following the discussion about repairs she understands why residents may be angry when receiving their service charges. She then gives the following updates: \n·        How are Service Charges estimated/calculated: There are different Heads of Charge (cleaning\, repair etc.). An average of the last 3 years actual charges is used to estimate the costs for most of these Heads. \n·        Reason for increase in cost this year: \no   Building Insurance: Hackney had a long-term agreement with the current insurance provider which is coming to an end. Hackney went out to tender and because of Grenfel and increased claims done in the last years\, the bids were all higher than the existing insurance. \no   Heating: There is now a standing charge included for maintenance. \no   CCTV: Hackney used to only charge for installation and maintenance but has now decided to also charge for monitoring. \no   Bin collection: additional bin hire and collection are required in some estate (not sure if this applies to KC) and the cost has been re-charged to residents. \n·        How is value for money monitored given ongoing estate issues: For contractor to be employed by Hackney they need to participate to an invitation to tender and one point they have to provide information on is value for money. Furthermore\, if the leasehold team notice that a contractor is constantly charging for the same problem to be fixed\, then Hackney looks into finding a wider solution. \n·        Reason for incorrect payments taken for some shared ownership flats (newer blocks): Christine explains that service charges have gone out but not the rent. JM explains that Hackney issued the estimate in March and later that month send notices about the rent but the increase on the rent was not on the notice. Hackney has a duty to give 30 days’ notice before increasing rent and therefore could not take the first payment. Hackney will contact the 53 people affected by this. Christine highlights that it would be nice if someone responded to the email she sent to Hackney about this because she needs to know if she has to keep that money or if it can be spent.  Munevver explains that she has received her rent statement and the calculation is wrong. JM apologies and ask that M sends an email to her personally. Megan highlights that when she queries the different Hackney’s departments about what the charges are and they all respond “this comes from our finance team” and this is very frustrating because lots of things do not get fixed despite residents paying for them being fixed and charges are often wrongly calculated. JM apologies about this and explains that with the cyber attack there is a back log of queries and invites everybody to email her directly if they have ongoing issues related to leasehold\, including service charges\, at judith.morrison@hackney.gov.uk. Phil proposes that a service charge meeting is organised to discuss issues. JM agrees to this; she will arrange the meeting with the TRA chair. PG asks about the Kimpton Court block electricity which has triple in the last year. JM explains that the gas charges are often based on estimate readings rather than actual readings and that when the latter come in the cost can increase substantially for residents. JM states that this is a general explanation\, but doesn’t know specifically about Kimpton Court. Emley\, who lives in an older block\, explains that her block electricity has also gone up massively. JM takes note of this. \n·        Is there a limit to the amount that service charges can keep increasing by: No there is not but JM informs residents that if they feel the charges are unreasonable\, they can contact the first tier tribunal. \nJM needs to leave but apologises about all these issues raised this evening and thanks the chair for having invited her.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nContact Emley\, the TRA Chair\, to organise a service charge meeting between residents and the leasehold team \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJudith Morrison\n\n\n6\nUpdate from Source Partnership\n \n \n\n\n \n·        Update from John: SP has not been able to do much recently because of Covid but is hoping to do more soon. Hackney should award the contract for Phase 3 towards the end of the summer/early autumn) and so SP should get more involved with helping residents choosing the contractor and what to do with the community fund that should come from them.\n \n \n\n\n7\nAny other business? \nDeborah invites all residents to continue to report ASB issues to the relevant email addresses\n \n \n\n\n8\nDates of next meetings & close \nAll dates are now available for the rest of the year on the website. \nETRA: 14 July @ 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm \nCommunity Focus Meeting: 10 June @ 7.00pm – 8.30pm\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nPrevious information:\nThe zoom link for this meeting will be emailed to all who request it (email kingscrescentn4@gmail.com) \nAGENDA\n\n\n\n \nAgenda Item\nSuggested \nTiming \n \nLead\n\n\n1\nWelcome and Introductions\n5 mins\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n \n·        Approval of minutes from last ETRA meeting (Jan 2021) \n \n\n\n\n\n2\nUpdate on Older Blocks & Wider Estate\n\n\n\n\n \n·        Update on action points from last meeting \n·        Play Street – 3 no entry signs promised but never delivered. \n·        Repairs\, cleaning\, ASB updates/concerns (various blocks) \n·        Ants in Bramfield/Theobalds \n·        Courtyard noise \n·        Sainsbury’s articulated trucks are now using Murrain Road (outside Wallington Court) to load and unload. \n·        Cyber attack – any further updates? \n  \n(Other Hackney departments may also be represented here)\n20 mins\nAnnette Reid Housing Officer \nBianca Rembrandt \nCommunity Safety \nBilly Dunne Waste Operations\n\n\n3\nHeating costs in Newer Blocks\n\n \n\n\n \n·        Competitive? \n·        Update on broken meters overcharging residents. \n·        Heat Trust enrolment? \n \n10 mins\nEnergy team \nOr Hackney Representative\n\n\n4\nUpdate on Issues in Newer Blocks\n\n\n\n\n \n·        Update on list of all defects handed over from Higgins to LBH \n·        Update with ongoing issues: \no   Broken doors \no   Slippery courtyard \no   Possible CCTV for bike stores \no   Lifts continuing to break \no   Cracks in windows \no   Ventilation system issues \n·        Post-occupancy survey of residents\n20 mins\nBronwen Thomas  Project Officer Regeneration (Hackney) \nAnd New Build Team\n\n\n5\nService Charges\n\n \n\n\n \n·        How are Service Charges estimated/calculated? \n·        Reason for increase in cost this year? \n·        How is value for money monitored given ongoing estate issues? \n·        Reason for incorrect payments taken for some shared ownership flats (newer blocks) \n\nIs there a limit to the amount that service charges can keep increasing by?\n\n\n20 mins\nJudith Morrison Head of Leasehold & Right to Buy Services  & Emma Adjei Leasehold Services Manager\n\n\n6\nUpdate from Source Partnership\n\n\n\n\n \n·        Update from John/Carol\n5 mins\nSource Partnership\n\n\n7\nAny other business? \n \n5mins\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n8\nDates of next meetings & close \n \n5 mins\nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n\n  \n**Please note that this meeting will only deal with estate related issues** \nWe will have another resident focused meeting in June 2021 to discuss building community on Kings Crescent\, ideas for events and activities etc. \nFeel free to email kingscrescentn4@gmail.com  with any ideas or suggestions for community building or to find out more about how to get involved! \nPrevious information: \nAgenda will be published here 8th April 2021. Please email KingsCrescentN4@gmail.com if you have agenda items \n(Deadline for agenda items is 9am on 8th April) \nThe minutes of the previous meeting in January can be seen here
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/etra-meeting-april-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ETRA meeting
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SUMMARY:Steering group meeting March 2021
DESCRIPTION:This is a closed meeting for those who have applied to be part of the residents steering group. It is mandatory to have attended the steering group training provided by Source Partnership. The steering group comprises of residents from both the old and new blocks and provides resident input into the next stage of new build and refurbishment of Kings Crescent. \nFor further information on joining the ‘Resident Steering Group’ please email john@sourcepartnership.com or carol@sourcepartnership.com \nMinutes\n\n\n\nIn Attendance:\nCllr. Brian Bell (BB) (Chair) \nCllr Clare Potter (CP) \nRon Greenwood (RG) \nWilliam Owen (WO) \nCarol Squires (CS) \nJohn Morris (JM) \nMenekse Saitoglu \n7 residents (members of RSG)\nLB Hackney \nLB Hackney \nLB Hackney \nLB Hackney \nSource Partnership (ITLA) \nSource Partnership (ITLA) \nSource Partnership (ITLA) \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n1.0\nIntroductions and apologies \nAction\n\n\n  \n1.1\n  \nApologies were received from Hana Chambers\, Natalie Crouchley (who is moving from Kings Crescent)\, Peter Sim and Alfred Fiorentini. \n \n \n\n\n2.0\nNotes of previous meeting held 8th February 2021 and any Matters Arising not elsewhere on the agenda\n \n\n\n  \n2.1\n  \nThe minutes from the last meeting were agreed as accurate. All matters arising to be discussed on agenda. \n  \nBB reminded members of the RSG that their role was to represent the whole community of Kings Crescent or at least their own block. It was not a forum for private or personal business to be raised. \n \n \n\n\n3.0\nPhase 3 & 4 \n \n\n\n  \n3.1\n  \nProcurement update – RG \n  \nThe three tenders have been submitted to an LBH moderation meeting and elements were assessed by a resident evaluation panel. LBH QS are now reviewing the commercial aspects of the bids and some contractual requirements. LBH are aiming for maximum risk to be borne by the contractor so there are cost implications to this approach. There is also a check going on with LBH Legal and Procurement teams to ensure that all requirements have been complied with. \n  \nThe negotiation period will now start on 21/4/21 and last approx. 6 weeks\, with a favoured contractor hopefully emerging late May. The internal approval process will start in June alongside the Stage 2 S20 notice which involves a 30 day period for representation back to the Council. Stage 3 and its 30 day notice period will start in August. Concurrently\, work on preparing a cabinet report will be carried out with a likely Cabinet meeting to approve the awarding of the contract in September (subject to the S20 process). Contract mobilisation will run from approx. Oct 2021 to Jan 2022 with start on site predicted for late Jan next year. \n  \nRG recorded thanks to the Evaluation Panel for their contribution; LBH want to capture the best of all the qualitative sections of all 3 bids to persuade the successful contractor to adopt them. \n  \nJG asked if the negotiation period meant that all 3 bids were over budget. RG confirmed that this was the case and that LBH are looking for savings but not ones that will compromise fundamental design elements. \n  \nJG asked what happens if there is no agreement on price after the negotiation period. RG is confident that agreement will be reached and added that the bidders know the overall budget so know where they need to make savings if they want to be successful. \n  \nJG asked if any change of scope of the works will impact on the S20 liabilities of leaseholders. RG – yes and these will be reflected in the costings in the Stage 2 S20 notice. This stage of the process cannot take place until LBH know the costs from the successful contractor. \n  \nPD asked if Early Contractor Involvement will result in any change to detailed design. RG noted that contractors will be looking at supply chain savings\, e.g on kitchen fittings or on consultancy costs (e.g. structural engineers). LBH will not allow an impact on the external appearance. Any savings on building standards will be on internal specifications. \n  \nKH asked if issues around costs might be addressed by adding more stories onto planned blocks. RG – definitely not. BB added that this would need a new planning application which isn’t feasible. \n \n \n\n\n  \n3.2\n  \nResident Evaluation Panel feedback  \n  \nJG went through the summary of the Panel’s impressions of all 3 bids. JM emphasised the closeness of the scores. JG highlighted some key elements of the 3 bids in the sections that the Panel considered. The summary document is attached to these minutes. \n  \nCP agreed with the conclusion on the best site for the respite facilities (behind Bramfield Court on the Queens Drive side) and commended the positive feedback from the Panel. BB and CP noted thanks to the Panel for their work on this. \n  \nKH emphasised the importance of the inclusion of daytime sleeping arrangements in the respite approach for shift and night workers. \n  \nPA noted that all 3 contractors gave comprehensive\, good quality answers and that it was hard to distinguish between them. \n  \n  \n \n \n\n\n  \n3.3 \n \n  \nConsiderate Constructors Scheme (CCS) \n  \nJWM gave an overview of the scheme based on her experience of working for Higgins on phase 1&2. \n  \nCCS is a voluntary scheme that aims to raise standards across the whole of the construction industry. It consists of 5 parts. Contractors should: \n1. Care about appearance.  \nExamples from Higgins included: wheel washing of all vehicles and regular washing down of the road\, all hoarding were kept neat and tidy\, non-construction employees had to wear a suit to look professional \n2.     Respect the community \nThis was a big part of the RLO’s job; they managed the respite centre and it was important that everyone visiting the site was made to feel welcome and safe. The RLO was the first point of contact for complaints. The local economy was supported by providing local work as traffic marshalls and apprenticeships \n3.     Protect the environment \nThis was everyone’s responsibility and of paramount importance. Jill did daily boundary walks with monitoring equipment to log noise levels. This will be of particular importance for Weston Court. Higgins also worked with allotment holders to help them encourage beneficial wildlife to their plots. \n4. Care about safety  \nAll staff and visitors had to do a H&S induction before coming onto site\, CCTV\, well maintained fences\, 24 hr security were all part of this. CCTV picked up an assault and this was of help to police dealing with the incident. \n5.     Value their workforce \nHiggins had monthly Employers Engagement Meetings where a rep from each sub-contractor met to raise issues\, e.g. standard of site facilities\, H&S problems. Personal development needs were also met – Jill went on training courses (e.g community dev. course with Newman Francis\, First Aid)\, all employees and sub-contractors were provided with training to obtain CSCS cards and alerted when certificates were due for renewal. \n  \nThere are also mascots and resources for going into local schools to raise awareness of site safety amongst younger children and for older students\, a chance to ‘sell’ the industry as a potential career option. \n  \nThe standards are monitored by twice yearly visits from CCS inspectors who allocate marks out of 9 for each part\, with 5 more marks available for ‘above and beyond’ achievement. Contractors should aim to score at least 40 points. \n  \nRG added that in addition to these standards\, LBH will have its own key performance indicators. \nThe meeting’s thanks to Jill for this presentation was noted.\n \n\n\n4.0\nUnit C update\n \n\n\n  \n4.1\n  \nWO reported that a contractor has been selected to do the fit out. The timescale for the whole process of completing the work is extended by the requirement to get Building Control sign off once works are completed.  A pre-contract meeting will determine likely start and finish dates. Approx. start in June? A more definite timeline should be available at the next RSG.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n\n\n5.0\nTRA update  \n \n\n\n  \n5.1\n  \nEP reported that the TRA and Hackney Showroom have been busy planning for activities that can take place as soon as restrictions are  further eased. LBH Community Development fund paid for a successful quiz night on 19/3\, an activity book for primary pupils\, both organised with Hackney Showroom. Future projects being planned include gardening (purchase of seeds\, tools and the creation of new beds for community use)\, an art project and support for a local film maker who is creating a Black Lives Matter-themed film. \nEP also welcomed the new noticeboards on the estate. Meetings for the rest of 2021 are now in place and publicised. \n \n \n\n\n6.0\nUpdate from ITLA\n \n\n\n  \n6.1\n  \nCS noted that Source’s involvement has continued to be minimal due to lockdown restrictions. A request has been made to open up the allotment area behind the Vince Murrain Centre; this could be unwise given the current condition of the area and the still unresolved issue of the open sewer pipe.  CP asked if this area could be made safe so that residents can capitalise on one more growing season now. RG said that the issue with the sewer pipe has been noted and needs to be chased internally. \n  \nJM raised the continued inability to use the VM Community Centre. CS noted that it will be open for local elections in May\, so Source will be pressing to be able to use it for meetings of 6 or less. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRG\n\n\n7.0\nPhase 1 & 2 \n \n\n\n  \n7.1\n  \nPost Occupancy Evaluation (POE) \n  \nWO asked if RSG members and neighbours could be encouraged to complete this. 10 have been completed on line; there may be others completed in hard copy and waiting in the LBH offices. WO will be calling all residents in the new blocks to chase for the surveys. \n  \nEP has reminded everyone on the TRA website and Whatsapp groups. KH to also add a reminder on the FB site. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nKH\n\n\n8.0\nAny urgent business\n \n\n\n  \n8.1\n  \nRG informed the meeting that the CCTV to the bike stores is being installed next week. \n \n \n\n\n  \n8.2\n  \nKH asked about progress on resolving the problems with some of the northside blocks’ lifts. WO reported that a lift consultant had visited yesterday; their report should be available in approx. 4 weeks. \n \n \n\n\n  \n8.3\n  \nEP raised the continued long list of outstanding defects in the northside blocks which is taking up a lot of time at TRA meetings. RG reported that issues have been escalated to Head of Regen. and Head of Building Maintenance. There should be some tangible progress to report at the next TRA meeting on 15th April.  EP noted that residents are getting very frustrated with the time this is taking to resolve\, especially now that increased service charges bills have been sent out. Can RG help to get Leasehold Services Team to the next meeting on 15/4? RG said he would contact them. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRG\n\n\n9.0\nDate of next meeting \n \n\n\n  \n9.1\n  \n26th May 2021\, 7.00\n \n\n\n\n  \nPrevious information: \nMeeting to be held on  \nWednesday 31st March starting at 7.00pm  \n(via Google) \n  \nAGENDA \n\n\n\n\nAgenda item \nLead \n\n\n1\nIntroductions and Apologies \n \nCllr Bell (Chair) \n \n\n\n2\nNotes of previous meeting held 8th February 2021 and any matters arising not elsewhere on the agenda \n \nCllr Bell (Chair)\n\n\n3\nPhase 3 & 4 \na)     Update on progress with contractor procurement \nb)     Feedback from resident evaluation panel \nc)     Considerate Constructors Scheme \n \n  \nRon (LBH) \n  \nJill\n\n\n4\nUnit C update \n \nWill (LBH)\n\n\n5\nTRA update \n \nEmley (TRA Chair)\n\n\n6 \n \nITLA update\nSource\n\n\n7\nPhase 1 & 2 \n(a)   Post occupancy survey \n(b)   Outstanding issues \n \n  \nWill (LBH) \nRon (LBH)\n\n\n8\nAny urgent business \n \nCllr Bell (Chair) \n \n\n\n9\nDate of next meeting \n \nCllr Bell (Chair) \n 
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/steering-group-meeting-march-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:steering group meeting
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SUMMARY:Brownswood police meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dear Brownswood Ward Member\, \n  \nOur first meeting of the year! \n  \nYou will have a chance to hear about the work we have done as SNT to reduce and prevent crime\, the current roles and duties of our new officers. You will also be able to raise concerns and questions about ward issues and understand what we are able to do to help. \n  \nIn the meantime\, do not hesitate to contact one of our officers if you have questions about the meeting or would link the link to attend: \nRigo Pal – CE-CU <Pal.Rigo@met.police.uk>; Guilloux Nicolas – CE-CU <Nicolas.Guilloux@met.police.uk>; Morris Jimmy P – CE-CU <James.P.Morris@met.police.uk>;  \nRegards\, \nPC HUSSAIN 1939CE\nBrownswood Safer Team \nMetropolitan Police Service \nCentral East BCU (Hackney & Tower Hamlets)  \na: Stoke Newington Police Station\, Hackney\, N16 8DT \nw: www.met.police.uk e: Mohammed.Hussain4@Met.Police.UK
URL:https://kingscrescent.org/calendar/brownswood-police-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:police ward panel meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Police SNT":MAILTO:Mohammed.Hussain4@Met.Police.UK
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