Marina

STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL February 2016 Concerns were raised with Lee Cooper-Blair regarding the state of the approach road to the Marina, particularly as some Members’ cars were now grounding on the camber. Lee advised that discussions have recently been held with the neighbours and businesses down Calcutt Lane in connection with the road. Apparently, the challenge … Read more

STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL From the Marina – March 2016 The Marina would like to re-introduce some degree of waste recycling to the site. Apparently, previous re-cycling options at the marina failed on 4 counts: 1 Confusion over what could and couldn’t be re-cycled – which was thought to be due to people living in different areas … Read more

STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL From the Marina – March 2016 In response to a question regarding why dog poo and ashes were collected in the same bins and why there were no dedicated poo bins around the Marina, we have been told that dedicated dog poo bins need to be emptied by specialist contractors (either from the … Read more

STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL From the VMMA Secretary – March 2016 A Member raised a question regarding low usage water Health & Safety – he believed that it was an HSE requirement that where water was supplied which was not used on a daily basis, it was a requirement that the supply pipes be flushed through on … Read more

STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL From the VMMA Secretary – March 2016 Following the formal VMMA AGM we held an open meeting for VMMA Members to give the new Committee input on  matters concerning them to see if there were any common areas which it would be appropriate for VMMA to raise with the Marina. There was disquiet … Read more

STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL September 2015 Some moorers raised the pungent problem of the grass cuttings from Phase 1 being dumped at the far end of the marina, close to the horse fields. During the summer the smell of the rotting grass had been unpleasant for the boats moored close by. Lee said she was aware of this … Read more

STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL September 2015 The Committee was asked to find out if there were any plans to cut back the thistles which were encroaching on the walking area and getting caught up in furry coats. Lee advised that there were no plans to cut back the areas surrounding the cut path but she has provided … Read more

STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL From the VMMA Secretary – May 2015 At the recent Moorers Breakfast, some concerns were voiced regarding the Marina Office being closed for 3 consecutive days. Moorers who are at the Marina through the week have had difficulty finding the office open. Also, the Committee wondered if it would be a good idea … Read more

STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL From the VMMA Secretary – May 2015 I have been asked to pass on to you congratulations for the changes that have been made to the pond area, including the provision of fishing pontoons.  It was felt that the area now provided a good addition to the Marina facilities and is appreciated by … Read more