Agenda and minutes

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The Committee noted that the meeting was not being filmed or recorded.

Apologies were received by Councillors Ahmed Mahbub, Nick Da Costa.

It was stated this item would be brought forward at a later date.

Cllr Ibrahim and Cllr O’Donovan, both declared an interest by virtue of being members of the Planning Sub Committee. In accordance with the terms of reference of the Planning Sub Committee, comments could be given but no opinions put forward.

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).

There were none.

-       To approve the minutes of the CC held on Monday 7th October 2024 as a correct record.

-       To note the minutes of the SAC held on Monday 7^th October 2024.

-       To note the minutes of the Trustee Board Minutes held on the 4^th November 2024.

RESOLVED:

CC:

-          That the minutes of the CC held on Monday 7^th October 2024 be approved as a correct record.

SAC:

-          That the minutes of the SAC held on Monday 7^th October 2024 be noted.

APPB:

-          That the minutes of the Trustee Board held on the 4^th November 2024 be noted.

To consider the general update on activities in the Park and Palace.

The Committed received the general update from the CEO of Alexandra Palace. A scheme was created by Alexandra Palace aimed to enhance entertainment and cultural offerings, delivering 259 event days and attracting 750,000 visitors. It featured 59 concerts, 51 corporate events, 14 weeks of theatre productions, 18 comedy and spoken word performances, 10 exhibitions, and 36 days hosting major sporting tournaments. Additionally, 150,000 skaters and 100,000 pub visitors contributed to an overall attendance of one million people, showcasing a remarkable calendar of in-house events.

-          The team had been laying timbers to allow vehicles to cross, a task that was still in progress. A significant setback occurred last week, prompting the decision to submit an application to the Arts Council for funding. Given the unusual nature of the situation, alternative sources of financial support needed to be explored.

-          Regarding the oral history project, 15 volunteers were involved, with Kirsten leading the initiative. She would need to address how memories were being captured within the project.

-          In response to an inquiry about an in-house IT team, it was confirmed that none was available. As for the launch of the Patreon scheme, a report detailing how the palace had implemented the initiative was expected to be completed by the following week.

-          It was explained the decision tracker was brought to the next meeting for review.

-          The impact report that had been prepared was considered highly effective, particularly in highlighting the number of young people involved in the project. It was suggested that this information should be shared more widely in meetings. Meanwhile, the Ally Pally event had grown substantially, evolving from participation by just a few schools into an oversubscribed gathering.

-          A question was raised about the discontinuation of weddings at the venue, with the explanation being a shortage of staff.

The Chair highlighted:

-          Discussed the change in car parking rate and the introduction of events parking charge.

-          It was queried whether any member of the public visiting on an event day would have needed to pay the charge if they were not attending the event. It was explained that if they were parking at the palace on the particular event day, the parking charge would have applied. However, this was not the case for all car parks surrounding Alexandra Palace.

There were none.

It was stated suggestions will be sent over to the Democratic Service Officer.

To consider any items of urgent business as identified at item 5.

There were none.

The date for the next meeting of the Statutory Advisory Committee has not been finalised as of yet. The Committee will be advised once confirmed.

The date for the next meeting of the Consultative Committee had not been finalised. The Committee would be advised once confirmed.