MINUTES OF GENERAL MEETING
October 29th, 2009
ATTENDEES: Charlie Grech, Vania Lunardi, Greg White, Joe Calabretta, Cr. Drew Jessop, David Burrows, Vince Tamburro, Lidia Pastuovic, Mavis Jack, Bradley Jack, Craig Pickard, Vince Tamburro, Lynne Galanti, Vivien Miles, Daryl Canny, Daniel Garofalo,
APOLOGIES: Cr. Ros Spence, Cr. Adem Atmaca, John Haddad, Dalal Samaan,
MEETING COMMENCED: 7.40p.m.
MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER MEETING BE ACCEPTED
Moved – Charlie Grech
Seconded – David Burrows
Correspondance In/Out
LETTER RECEIVEDFROM HUME COUNCIL – CRAIG MEDCALF (Manager Parks & Open Spaces) -RE: PLAYGROUNDS IN GREENVALE AREA
This was a response to a letter we sent in August in which we requested upgrades to playgrounds in Greenvale. Letter informed us that there are 12 playgrounds in Greenvale which cater for a range of different activities and ages. They are inspected every 8 weeks and assessed for safety compliance every 12 months. Since 2002 there have been 3 major playgrounds installed in the Greenvale area and there are 2 playgrounds that have been identified for upgrade in the next 5 years.
FLYER RECEIVEDFROM HUME COUNCIL –-RE:THE 2009 PERFORMING ARTS SWINGING MELODIES
Hume City Council presents 2 shows:
Wed, Nov 11 – Sweethearts of Rhythm – Features old favourite war songs brought back to life. Held at Broadmeadows Town Hall from 10am to 12 noon. Cost $10 (includes morning tea)
Fri, Dec 11 – Christmas with Margaret Denis – Features old favourite Christmas songs brought back to life with Santa. Held at broadmeadows Town hall from 11am to 1pm. Cost $15 (includes light lunch).
For more information, contact Leanne at leanne@hume.vic.gov.au or on 9205 2200
LETTER RECEIVEDFROM CANCER COUNCIL- MOYA WHITE -RE: HUME RELAY FOR LIFE
Hume Relay for Life is an opportunity to get together with your community to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer and fight back against a disease that affects so many people in our community. Relay for Life involves teams of people taking it in turns to keep a baton moving in a relay style walk. It will be held on 19 & 20 March 2010, 6pm Friday – 12 noon Saturday at The Meadows Sport and Recreation Centre. For further information phone: 1300 65 65 85 www.relayforlife.org.au
LETTER SENT TO LIQUOR LICENSING VICTORIA -RE: OBJECTION LETTER
The Greenvale Residents’ Association sent a letter to Liquor Licensing Victoria objecting to a liquor license being granted to allow the sale of packaged liquor at Greenvale Shopping Centre.
Letter received from the Office of Director of Liquor Licensing on 19 October 2009. Letter explains that our objection has been accepted and a hearing will be organised to decide whether to grant or refuse the application.
EMAIL RECEIVED FROM DIANE SCHUDMAK -RE: PARKLAND ALONG YUROKE CREEK
Diane informed me that she sent an email to Council regarding the state of the parkland along Yuroke Creek, especially between Somerton Rd and Kirkham Drive. Council contacted her and she had an onsite meeting with two staff members who clarified which areas come under Council or Melbourne Water. They are going to persue a number of matters and Diane is hopeful that she can report on the outcomes at our October meeting.
** Diane has been advised that a meeting will be set up to discuss this issue.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Period 24 SEP 09 to 29 OCT 09
Opening Balance: $2710.23
Deposits: $0.06 (Bank Interest)
Expenses: $475.10 (Secretary - $69.10, Snap Printing -$230.00, GD Distribution (AGM Flyers) - $176.00
Bank Total as at 20 Oct 09 - $2411.19 as per Bank Statement No 71
TREASURER’S REPORT IS CORRECT
Moved: Lydia Pastuovic
Seconded: Diane Schudmak
COUNCILLORS’ REPORT- Cr Drew Jessop
• Drew informed us that in the second week of February, Council draw up their BUDGET for the new year.
• He suggested that as a group, we discuss and draw up a list of what our expectations are for Greenvale- ie, what do we want from the budget?
• List should be given to Cr.Adem Atmaca and Cr. Ros Spence.
• Darryl Canny expressed concern that we don’t have any major, top quality parks with good play equipment for children here in Greenvale.
• Drew suggested that we focus on one park that we want fixed up, to do a high level update. He recommends that we start a campaign and ask Council to draw up a Master Plan for this particular park with a time frame for each stage of park development.
• Resident asked Drew about a Neighbourhood House for Greenvale. Drew suggested that we ask Councillors for a Masterplan – an indication as to when a Neighbourhood House would be a viable proposition for Greenvale.
• Mention was made of dangerous intersection – Section Rd/Somerton Rd. Many people are using this intersection as they arrive / leave Greenvale Reserve for sporting activities. Drew informed us that Vic Rds is responsible for fixing the problem at this intersection. Unfortunately, there is a gas pipeline in this area and Vic Rds is reluctant to change intersection due to pipeline.
• Drew suggested that we ask Vic Rds to do a road survey / accident statistics once second oval is in and maybe then push for intersection upgrade.
CFA PRESENTATION TO GREENVALE RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION
The CFA kindly presented to GRA, a framed certificate of appreciation for the $200 donation we made earlier on in the year after the bushfire disaster.
APPLICATION FOR A LIQUOR LICENCE FOR GREENVALE SHOPPING CENTRE
Council voted to support the application of a Packaged Liquor Licence for the Greenvale Shopping Centre. Centre manager, Jamie Gray was disappointed that the GRA did not support the Liquor Licence.
GREENVALE COMMUNITY EVENT
Greg White has secured permission from management of the Greenvale Shopping Centre to hold a COMMUNITY DAY on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, FROM 9.00A.M. – 2.00P.M.
Vince from Neighbourhood Watch will organise the NHW Trailer, Traffic Unit (Dog Squad) will also be in attendance, as well as the CFA. Flyers advertising both Associations will also be distributed.
Volunteers are needed for the event. Please send me an email to advise of your availability.
(Greg informed us that Michael Varin is the new manager of Greenvale Shopping Centre and all contact, etc is to be made with him).
SIGNS
Charlie is continuing with our push to have a sign erected at Recreation Centre to advertise GRA and NHW.
GENERAL BUSINESS
Grass has not been cut along Mickleham Rd and Craig pointed out that grass needs cutting also in Broadmeadows Valley. Concern about potential fire danger / snakes.
**Letter will be sent to Council **
MEETING CLOSED AT 8.20p.m.
