Friday, 29 April 2011
March 2011
Present:
Committee; W.MacNamara, T.Hughes, W.Millar, W.Harrity, S.Phelan
O.E. Rep; Maureen Russell (for Lesley Kinniburgh) Jamie Stirling.
The Chairman opened the meeting and welcomed members to the new season. He introduced Jamie Stirling, the new Complex Manager.
Owners Welcome Party
The Chairman suggested that thanks was due to the staff for their part in the success of this recent event. Members agreed that this was a good start for the Live Lounge.
Reminder given to use Privilege Card for 15% discount and clarification asked for on the situation concerning dedicated Owners tills in this venue
O.E.Golf Club
are having their meeting end-on to this one.
10 Pin Bowling
Free Owners Evenings are to continue from Saturday 7th May throughout the season and similar facilities for snooker and darts are being planned.
Fishing Pond
has fallen foul of planning regulations so work must stop and plans for an Angling Group are abandoned.
Fun Park
A bouncing castle and some trampolines can be used free of charge but please note that these are unsupervised.
Maintenance
Some members are complaining about the standard of cleanliness in the changing rooms in Wondersplash. The shower pressure is also unsatisfactory.
There is concern that security and maintenance vans are speeding in the park.
After the hard winter some caravans still have work outstanding and various points were raised on these issues.
A member wonders why a “whirlie” clothes airer outside a caravan constitutes a hazard but a larger trampoline does not.
Charity
The association with Little Star is ended. Yorkhill Childrens Hospital is the nominated cause for this season.
Owners Dances are scheduled for 4th June and 29th October.
. Gas Checks Contact Jamiesons on 0141 959 2225
Next meeting will be held in Turnberry Gardens at 12 noon on Sunday 1st May 2011
Golf meeting All owners interested in golf are invited to attend a meeting at approximately 1pm.
Charity DinnerDance
The owners association dinner and dance will be held in Turnberry Gardens on 4th June. Meal starts at 8.30pm Tickets are £5.00 for adults and £2.50 for children. Tickets available in Owners Exclusive from 2.30pm till 5pm on the day. The committee has agreed to purchase a free ticket(non transferable) to each paid-up member. Please hand in your order form at the meeting or to a committee member. Payment can only be made when you pick up your tickets on 4th June.
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To Committee; please reserve tickets for Annual Charity Dinner Dance
From Caravan number-
Members free tickets _____1_____
Guest £5.00 tickets __________
Child £2.50 Tickets __________
Any donation for our raffle please hand to Tommy or Willie caravan AV27 or AV24
Sunday, 4 July 2010
June 2010
Present: Committee: W MacNamara, T Hughes, W Millar, W Harrity, S Phelan.
Management Rep: Melanie Walker Aftersales Rep: John Gibson
The Chairman opened the meeting, welcomed members and presented the minutes of the May meeting.
Mr Gibson gave a talk on aspects of his job and the interaction and cooperation he expects between himself and the customer.
Security Member expressed an opinion that the random bag searches operating at the entrance to venues seemed to focus on caravan owners. Concern about the speed of vehicles, especially security vans, led a member to suggest that these vans be numbered and carry a plate stating the maximum speed allowed on the park.
Association Dance A relatively low attendance at last night's dance suggests that better advertising of social events is needed. Also, if there is a theme, such as C&W, the members require reasonable notice. Clarification was requested on the provision for young children at such events, particularly regarding their use of the dance floors.
Maintenance The pond has been cleaned but large quantities of the gunge has been left in the surrounding area. In the beach area, a hole with a dangerous looking spike has become a cause for concern.
Storage Units Some of our members have been given written notice to remove their outside storage boxes within the next month, and failure to do so could result in the Company removing the boxes and storing them at the owners expense. The Committee expressed a view that nothing this extreme is necessary and a meeting with Management has been arranged.
Dogs A worrying number of dogs are still roaming free in many areas of the park. A member wishes reassurance that all owners and renters are made aware of the park rules in this regard.
A.G.M The Committee was returned unopposed.
Memo from the Committee:
Members should be aware that the information sent monthly is not a complete record of what is discussed at our meetings. For example, items involving individual owners or matters of an ongoing or repetitive nature may not be in this report, although they are kept on record.
In view of a couple of recent incidents we must state that verbal abuse of a personal nature being hurled at the Chairman, or any other speaker, will not be tolerated.
What's On Next
The Owners League at the Galaxy Bowl is now being established. There is another taster session on Saturday 3rd July at 8.00pm. All owners aged over 12 years may play free.
Children (under 12) have their session on Sunday morning 4th July from 10:00am.
Next meeting of the Association will be held in Turnberry Gardens at 12noon on Sunday 4th July.
Gas Checks Contact Jamiesons on 0141 959 2225
Monday, 7 June 2010
May 2010
Managment Rep: Melanie Walker
The Chairman opened the meeting, welcomed members and presented the minutes of the April meeting.
1. Reason for deposits for "Big Night Out" was explained.
2. Card System now fully operational.
3. Golf Club House no longer available for hiring.
4. A meeting between golf club representatives, management and the Association took place yesterday and the golf section has arranged a meeting with their members for Saturday 8th May.
5. Experience Day 23rd May - Personal Transport System.
6. Two new aftersales managers were started last week and are all now working on the backlog.
7. Owner reported an incident of disorder in the caravan next to hers, including a fire in the caravan. The police were involved in this incident. Management are reviewing procedures.
8. Holiday Weekend - No cash bingo in Atlantic due to private function. This is the 3rd week in a row it has been cancelled.
9. Access for wheelchair needed for Greenan Village.
10. Location of dog bins.
11. Mash and Barrel on Saturday night. No seats at 9.30pm. Management asked to review procedures for clearing areas.
12. Jumping fence at Greenan Village (fence not hight enough).
13. Owner asked for pond area to be cleaned.
14. Bus parking on wheel chair route.
15. Galaxy Bowl now up and running. Looking for owners to start a league. Available for owners between 8pm to late. Dates to be announced.
2010 meetings
6th June - Meeting plus AGM
4th July
1st August
5th September
3rd October
The next meeting of the Association will be held in Turnberry Gardens 12noon 6th June 2010
Association Dinner Dance will be held Saturday 5th June in Turnberry Gardens. Tickets on sale Saturday 5th June at 2pm till 5pm in th Owners Lounge.
Donations for raffle welcome.
Gas checks - Contact Jamiesons on 0141 959 2225
April 2010
Apologies: T Hughes
Managment Reps: Melanie Walker (OE Rep) Richard Niven (Sales Manager)
W McNamara opened the meeting, welcomed members and brought to attention the many recent improvements on site.
Richard Niven explained Cutting Edge and took questions. Aftersales Issues also dealt with.
Entertainment Venues Mash & Barrel - Concern that the ice cream factory is too near to the gents toilets and fear that this may be a Health & Safety Issue. Atlantic Bar - Chairs and tables an issue and also possible Health & Safety Issue.
VAT on Site Fees It was explained to members who paid site fees in full by 31st December 2009 that they will have a 2 1/2% increase next season.
Charity Night
18K presented to Little Star Foundation this year.
Bowls
Next outing scheduled for Saturday 22nd May. For further details see Scott or Davie.
Fishing Club Letter presented to the meeting.
Association Dances Saturday 5th June & Saturday 30th October.
Beach Area
Reports of dog waste needing to be cleaned. Request for the removal of seaweed.
Deposits for Big Night Out etc £3 for Big Weekend events and also deposits for Experience Days discussed and explained. There is a limit to reservations and this is set at 6 tickets per caravan in order to give a fair allocation.
Card Issues There is concern that the current system does not make adequate provision for foster families.
Golf Club House Private Lets £50 donation to LSF and must leave by 10pm.
Discounts Laundrette - 50% on individual purchases. Packages also available at £5 and £7 not discounted.
Fun Park - Kiddie Rides £8 for 8 tickets. Go-Karts £5 one car, £9 two car.
Maintenance Several particular issues were reported and noted.
Gas Checks Please contact Jamiesons on 0141 959 2225
Next Meeting May 2010
Owners Association Dance
Turnberry Gardens 5th June - Meal 8.30pm
Friday, 23 October 2009
Otcober 2009
Apologies: W Millar
Managment Rep: Myra Newman
W McNamara opened the meeting and welcomed members.
Golf Club
Annual Dance and Presentation of Prizes will take place on 24th October. Very few tickets still available.
Lighting
Various repairs requested. Some St Andrews residents would prefer full height lamp posts rather than the low posts currently in place. Committee to investigate.
Security
A member enquired about the qualifications of the security force. Mrs Newman was able to clarify the situation.
Site Fees
Due to inflation having been so low it is thought that the site fees should remain at their present level. However the imminent rise in vat rate will be reflected in the fees.
Dogs
The difficulty with stray dogs continues especially in Bay View. Four blue bins have been placed in the area to alleviate the problem with dog fouling.
Privelege Cards
Any balance can be lifted or left until next season.
Winter Developments
The plan seems to be that remaining chalets are to go, maintenance yard is to be cleared and relocated and Turnberry Gardens is to be upgraded.
Gas Checks
Please contact Jamiesons on 0141 959 2225
Forthcoming Events:
Masked Ball is now Halloween Dance - Saturday 31st October 8.30pm Turnberry Gardens Fireworks Extravaganza Weekend - 13th - 15th November
Owners Association Halloween Dance 31st October - Turnberry Gardens - Meal 8.30pm The Owners Exclusive/Owners Association Charity Dinner Dance will be held in Turnberry Gardens on 31st October.
Fancy Dress Competition 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes for both adults & children.
Tickets are £5.00 for adults and £2.50 for children. Tickets to be collected from O.E. lounge from 2.30pm till 5pm on the day. The committee has agreed to purchase a free ticket (non transferable) to paid up members. Please hand in your order form at the meeting or to a committee member. Pay on collection of tickets. Donations for raffle welcome. Please hand to Tommy AV27 or Willie AV24
Monday, 28 September 2009
September 2009
Committee: W Harrity, T Hughes, S Phelan Apologies: W McNamara, W Millar
Managment Rep: Andy Rae, Mandy Clinton
W Harrity opened the meeting and welcomed members. Mr Rae paid a fitting tribute to the late Mrs Isa McNamara.
Mash & Barrel
Andy Rae outlined how the new licensing laws would affect the operation of this venue. He stated that 12.30am would be the latest closing time. Any earlier closure would make an allowance of 15 minutes drinking up time. There was concern that the Thursday Race Night had been cancelled at very short notice.
Bowls
The last meeting was another great success and the members showed their appreciation to the organisers.
Golf Club
Annual Dance and Presentation of Prizes will take place on 24th October. Several good acts to appear. Further details from organisers Tom and Robert.
O.E. Leisure Centre
There was a discussion regarding the adults only times for the use of the pool. No conclusion was reached and there is to be further monitoring of the take-up on these facilities.
Lighting
There was a request to check the light at Aisla Brae and also one at the entrance to Dunure Village.
Fencing
The repairs due at New Arran View and at the maintenace yard are in hand.
Traffic
There was concern over the speed of traffic passing through Arran View.
Security
Further concerns have been raised regarding access by unauthorised persons to private caravans. Management state that they will investigate.
Little Star Charity Campaign
The Fun Day raised about £1500. The presentation of cheques for last season will be presented at the Owners Dance.
Country & Western Weekend
Mr Rae explained the arrangements which involve the Atlantic Bar being available for Owners.
Gas Checks
Please contact Jamiesons on 0141 959 2225
Forthcoming Events
October Big Night Out - Rock and Roll Theme - Saturday 3rd October 9.00pm Turnberry Gardens
Masked Ball - Saturday 31st October 8.30pm Turnberry Gardens
Fireworks Extravaganza Weekend - 13th - 15th November
Owners Association Masked Ball
31st October - Turnberry Gardens - Meal 8.30pm
The Owners Exclusive/Owners Association Charity Dinner Dance will be held in Turnberry Gardens on 31st October. Tickets are £5.00 for adults and £2.50 for children. Tickets to be collected from O.E. lounge from 2.30pm till 5pm on the day. The committee has agreed to purchase a free ticket (non transferable) to paid up members. Please hand in your order form at the meeting or to a committee member. Pay on collection of tickets.
Donations for raffle welcome. Please hand to Tommy AV27 or Willie AV24
Next meeting
Sunday 4th October 12noon Turnberry Gardens
Monday, 21 September 2009
August 2009
Committee: W Harrity, T Hughes, S Phelan.
Apologies: W MacNamara, W Millar
Management Rep: Mandy Clinton
W Harrity opened the meeting, introduced Mrs Clinton and welcomed members.
Mash & Barrel
Members request for set opening hours is acknowledged and should there be a reason to close earlier, adequate notice will be given.
Big Night Out
Irish Theme Night was well attended and enjoyed.
There is a request to improve the provision for children at such events. Restoration of the children's dance floor would ease the congestion on the main floor, especially in the evening. A 'tuckshop' facility to provide juice and snacks would be welcome.
Owners are reminded that each caravan has an allocation of 6 tickets for these events. More are usually available on the day, depending on demand.
Library
This facility in the O.E. Leisure Centre is now well established and working well.
O.E. Pavilion previously Golf Pavilion
is available for functions. Proceeds to go to Craig Tara Charities.
Bowls
Next match scheduled for Saturday 29th August.
Golf Club
Annual Dance and Presentation of Prizes will take place on 24th October. Several good acts to appear. Further details from organisers Tom and Robert.
Maintenance
Points were raised concerning repairs to fences at New Arran View and at the Maintenance Yard. Members say that the damage at New Arran View is largely caused by trespassers and they have this and other issues to raise with security. The Committee said they would request that a member of the Security staff address a future meeting.
Little Star Charity Campaign
A member sought clarification on the reason for the delay in presenting the cheque for 2008-2009 season. Management hope to be able to detail the exact use of the money to help local children's projects. Negotiations are underway with six nominated local charities and these should be completed shortly.
Gas Checks
Please contact Jamiesons on 0141 959 2225
Forthcoming Events
Charity Fun Day on Sunday 30th August
Big Night Out, Mardi Gras Theme - Saturday 5th September at 9.00pm
Next Meeting
Sunday 6th September 12noon Turnberry Gardens