Minutes - 25th June
Minutes for St. Andrews Management Committee
Wednesday 25th June 2025 at 7pm
Present: David C, Angela, Ray, Doreen, Debbie, Jane, Mo, Dave H
Apologies:: Frances, Richard
Approval of previous minutes: Approved
Approval of previous minutes: Approved
Treasurer’ Report Balance on the account is £2131
Boiler repairs, servicing and the annual charge to New Flame were all made since the last meeting, accounting for the slight decrease in our account.
Past Events
The VE Day BBQ was the most recent item being discussed. The committee had an expenditure of approximately £345 for items such as marquee rental, Smuggler Jack’s attendance, sundries (drinks, plates, charcoal etc.). This was considered to be another very successful event. Thanks to all those who assisted in making the occasion a memorable one.
Upcoming Items
Pétanque & Pimms on the Green
6th July – Sunday 2pm
This event has been confirmed as going ahead. Jeni will be approached for the creation of a flyer, to be distributed by Debbie and David C. The first glass of Pimms will be provided by the Committee. Ongoing drinks (and any food) to be provided by the guests themselves. Chairs are to be provided by guests and a donations jar will be available.
Location: Village Green
Race Night
24th October – Friday 7pm
24th October – Friday 7pm
A tentative date has been set for our next race night. Dave H will speak to Charlie to determine whether or not we have the necessary hardware (projector, sound system, a/v equipment) in order to take this forward and this will be discussed at the next Committee meeting. Action Dave H
Location: The Parish Hall
Other Items for discussion
Parish Hall Kitchen Update
Frances had raised concerns over the quality of some kitchen furniture ie. Cupboard doors, drawers etc. Before any expenditure was made on updating this area, Frances offered to investigate costs for replacement items and a decision was to be made at a future meeting. On behalf of Frances, Angela informed the committee that a cabinet maker had been engaged to consider all necessary work and having visited site, was in the process of providing a quotation. Two further items came out of this discussion;
- It was agreed that the Trustees should be approached for their consideration in assisting with the the upkeep of the fabric of the building. This will be made known to them at the next Trustee's meeting in October.
- Jane suggested that an update to the hot water system should be employed, for both convenience and quality of service. Examples were given as to how and why this should be considered and it was agreed that the addition of a Lincat boiler system (or similar if need be) be added to the overall costs when applying to the Trustees in October. Action: David C
- It was agreed that the Trustees should be approached for their consideration in assisting with the the upkeep of the fabric of the building. This will be made known to them at the next Trustee's meeting in October.
- Jane suggested that an update to the hot water system should be employed, for both convenience and quality of service. Examples were given as to how and why this should be considered and it was agreed that the addition of a Lincat boiler system (or similar if need be) be added to the overall costs when applying to the Trustees in October. Action: David C
Defibrillator
Jane had made some enquiries into the availability of our Defibrillator and found it not to be recognised by the Emergency Services on what is known as the “Circuit”. Having discussed this at the meeting it was suggested that this fact, along with the possible faulty battery, is brought to the attention of the Parish Council at their next meeting on 7th July.
Dave H will bring this up as an item and has offered to take this forward in the future should this responsibility not already be with someone else. Action: Dave H
Witham on the Hill Website entry
Dave Haydon has offered to take over the day-to-day provision of information being updated on the Witham on the Hill Parish Council website (https://witham-hill.parish.lincolnshire.gov.uk/)
The details for this have been requested from the Clerk of the Parish Council and once received, all items of interest, benefitting residents of Witham on the Hill, will be uploaded in a timely fashion as and when available.
Any Other Business
With no other business to be discussed, the meeting was brought to a close at 20:23
Date of Next Meeting
The next meeting will take place on Wednesday 17th Sep at 7pm