Issue - meetings

To receive the report of the Park Manager, Alexandra Palace.

RECEIVED the report of Mark Evison, Park Manager.

NOTED:

·          The Park had been voted fourth in the People’s Choice Awards, and the second placed London Park.

Red Bull

·          There were ongoing discussions with regards to the proposed Red Bull event in Summer 2013.  The organisers and Mark Evison had met with the Friends of Alexandra Park to talk through ideas, identify potential issues and how to resolve them.

·          The feedback from the consultation with SAC / CC Chairmen had been passed to the Alexandra Palace and Park Board before Christmas, where the decision was taken to proceed with the event, subject to addressing the issues raised by interested groups.

·          Lessons were learned following the last event and would be taken into consideration for this event.

·          Gordon Hutchinson, as a representative for Friend of Alexandra Park, confirmed that following the meeting with event organisers he was satisfied that assurances had been given and potential issues had been dealt with.

·          The breakdown of the event was due to take two days – the road would be reopened on Monday, and the materials to be removed were mostly fencing and barriers.

150^th Anniversary of Alexandra Park

·          The Park’s 150^th anniversary would be celebrated during the year with a series of events and activities – with a ‘big birthday party’ in July.

·          Some members felt that there had not been any consultation or involvement of the local community with the planning of the day.  Duncan Wilson explained that the proposed events for the day were discussed with the Friends of Alexandra Park, however he asked members to email him if they had any ideas for activities.

RESOLVED to note the report.