Agenda item

Darton East – held on 14^th February,  14^th March and 15^th March 2017.

Darton West – held on 13^th March and 3^rd April 2017.

Old Town – held on 1^st March, 13^th March and 5^th April 2017.

St Helen's – held on 22^nd March 2017.

The meeting received the notes from the Darton East Ward Alliance held on 14^th February, 14^th and 15^th March; Darton West Ward Alliance held on 13^th March 2017 and 3^rd April 2017; Old Town Ward Alliance held on 1^st March 2017, 13^th March 2017 and 5^th April 2017; and St Helen's Ward Alliance held on 22^nd March 2017. 

Additional items of note, over and above what was included in the printed notes, are as follows:

Darton East – It was reported that Councillor Spence has been leading on a number of projects, including the sunflower project with schools and arrangements for erection of a cloche.  It has been agreed that a Christmas tree will be obtained from Birkinshaws.  The issue of road signs and parking at schools has been raised, more information will be provided at the next meeting. 

Darton West – as printed.

Old Town – nothing to add.

St Helens – The Growing space project at the company shop is moving slowly due to drainage problems.  The New Lodge community centre has lots of projects underway.  The Secretary has recently resigned, special thanks will be sent.  A discussion took place around the provision of plastic cases for contactless bank cards, an issue raised by the Crime and Safety group.   The Partnership group has held two meetings and is currently choosing themes to work on.  The Gala will be held on 27^th July and an invitation was extended to all.    

RESOLVED that the notes of the respective Ward Alliances be noted.