Venue: Alexandra Palace Way, Wood Green, London N22
Contact: Boshra Begum, Senior Democratic Services Officer
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APPOINTMENT OF CHAIR Minutes: It was noted that in view of the previous meeting being inquorate and in accordance with the Alexandra Palace and Park Consultative Committees constitution, the appointment of the Chair for the municipal year 2023/2024, was brought forward to this meeting. Members indicated by raising their hands on nominations for the chair. The nominations were seconded. Nigel Willmott: Nigel Willmott explained to the committee that he had taken over as Chair of the Consultative Committee because it did not have a permanent Chair at the time, therefore the Chair changed every meeting. As this current Chairmanship will be a short one Nigel hoped to provide continuity to the committee. Annette Baker: Annette explained that she would be committed to the role, to bring the committee together and ensure new starters to the committee are given a good introduction. Vote: Nigel Willmott: 7 votes.
Annette Baker: 4 votes. Nigel Willmott was appointed as chair of the Alexandra Palace and Park Consultative Committee.
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FILMING AT MEETINGS Please note this meeting may be filmed or recorded by the Council for live or subsequent broadcast via the Council’s internet site or by anyone attending the meeting using any communication method. Members of the public participating in the meeting (e.g. making deputations, asking questions, making oral protests) should be aware that they are likely to be filmed, recorded or reported on. By entering the ‘meeting room’, you are consenting to being filmed and to the possible use of those images and sound recordings.
The Chair of the meeting has the discretion to terminate or suspend filming or recording, if in his or her opinion continuation of the filming, recording or reporting would disrupt or prejudice the proceedings, infringe the rights of any individual, or may lead to the breach of a legal obligation by the Council. Minutes: The chair noted the filming at meetings notice. John Crompton joined the meeting virtually.
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WELCOME & APOLOGIES Minutes: Apologies were received from Councillor Nick da costa and Duncan Neil.
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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST A member with a disclosable pecuniary interest or a prejudicial interest in a matter who attends a meeting of the authority at which the matter is considered:
(i) must disclose the interest at the start of the meeting or when the interest becomes apparent, and (ii) may not participate in any discussion or vote on the matter and must withdraw from the meeting room.
A member who discloses at a meeting a disclosable pecuniary interest which is not registered in the Register of Members’ Interests or the subject of a pending notification must notify the Monitoring Officer of the interest within 28 days of the disclosure.
Disclosable pecuniary interests, personal interests and prejudicial interests are defined at Paragraphs 5-7 and Appendix A of the Members’ Code of Conduct
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URGENT BUSINESS The Chair will consider the admission of any late items of Urgent Business. (Late items will be considered under the agenda item where they appear. New items will be dealt with under item X below). Minutes: It was noted that the minutes of the previous meeting on Thursday 14th September 2023 were sent out as a supplementary pack.
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MINUTES & MATTERS ARISING PDF 361 KB To agree the minutes of the Consultative Committee held on 14 Sept 2023 as a correct record. Minutes: The Chair noted that as the previous meeting was inquorate the decision-making items had been brought forward to this meeting. Items 6 -14 were noting items. John Chilton highlighted inquiries raised in the previous committee regarding the fulfilment of set targets and a detailed examination of the Theatre's financial status. The
Chief Executive further conveyed that these inquiries pertained to
commercial matters, emphasising that a comprehensive investigation
was not suitable. Nevertheless, concerning the Theatre, the
committee was informed that it was financially on track. The
overall financial accounts of the park were also accessible on the
website, with the current year's accounts scheduled for publication
upon completion.
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NOMINATION OF NON-VOTING CO-OPTEES To consider and adopt. Minutes: In accordance with the constitution of the Alexandra Palace and Park Consultative Committees, four non-voting members needed appointment to the Alexandra Palace and Park Board. One of these positions was designated for the Chair of the Statutory Advisory Committee, a role filled by Jason Beazley, appointed as the Chair of the Statutory Advisory Committee on the 14th of September. The committee proceeded to nominate the remaining three non-voting co-opted members for the Alexandra Park Palace Board. Individuals expressing interest in these positions raised their hands. Voting Results: John Chilton – 8 Votes Duncan Neil – 9 Votes Nigel Willmott – 7 Votes (Chair of Consultative Committee) Annette Baker – 4 Votes
Jacob O’Callaghan – 2 Votes Based on the voting outcomes,
Nigel Willmott retained the Chairmanship, and co-opted appointments
were extended to John Chilton (Friends of the Park), filling the
vacancy, while Duncan, Nigel, and Jason retained their positions on
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CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEE CHARTER PDF 106 KB To consider and adopt. Minutes: The Protocol for Advisory and Consultative Committee members was presented by the Chair. The Chair emphasised aspects outlined in the section titled 'Expectations of Committee Members,' particularly stressing active participation during meetings while being mindful of the overall meeting timetable. Additionally, committee members were reminded to adhere to any specific instructions from the Chair regarding the length of individual contributions.
The introductory statement in the charter was
clarified, indicating that it was crafted during workshops held in
January 2023. It was acknowledged that, being the committee's
charter, adjustments could be made to align with the committee's
goals as perceived by its members. Proposed changes were to be
communicated to Natalie Layton and required approval from the
Chair. RESOLVED:
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GENERAL UPDATE REPORT PDF 347 KB To consider the report and provide feedback to the SAC. Minutes: Emma Dagnes, CEO of Alexandra Palace and Park introduced the report, The following was noted in the discussion:
RESOLVED: To acknowledge the content of the report and provide any feedback to the SAC.
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PARK & ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY REPORT PDF 139 KB To consider the report and provide feedback to the SAC. Additional documents:
Minutes:
Mark Evison, Head of
Park and Environmental Sustainability introduced the report.
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WORKSHOP ACTIONS & FOLLOW-UP Minutes: The report was noted. |
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NON-VOTING BOARD MEMBERS' FEEDBACK PDF 97 KB Minutes: The feedback from Non-Voting Board Members was noted.
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VIEWS/ QUESTIONS FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC Minutes: No views or questions were presented by members of the public. |
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SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS Minutes: John Chilton proposed discussing the topic of park closures at the next Consultative Committee meeting. |
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NEW ITEMS OF URGENT BUSINESS To consider any items of urgent business as identified at item 5. Minutes: None. |
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DATE OF FUTURE MEETINGS To note the dates of future meetings:
29th January 2024.?? Minutes: The next meeting of the Consultative Committee will be held on the 25th January 2024. The meeting closed at 8.34pm.
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