SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON
1. Negotiations were continuing with Suttons estate regarding removing fallen trees. It was likely that working parties would have to cope with some tree removal
2. Introduction of Carp into
3. The removal of the restriction on the venues that juniors could night fish was discussed. It was agreed that as no problems had been encountered and taking into consideration requests from parents it was agreed that the supervision requirement would stay but the restriction on venue would be lifted from the start of the new season.
4. All trophies had been returned and it was agreed to award the senior specimen cup to a 2lb 15oz crucian carp and the junior cup to a 1lb 10oz perch.
5. Some bream and roach had been added to Alders the full amount requested was not available. The 3 “hedgehogs” (fish refuges) would be delivered when available.
6. A source of dummies for cormorant deterrents were being investigated and may be available from some Newbury stores.
7. It was reported that Crayfish traps had been found in Palletts pool and these had not been placed by CSAS as they do not have a licence for still waters. Offending traps to be removed to Bellwood Store.
8. A meeting had been arranged between NAA, CSAS and BW to investigate the need for repairs to the swing bridge. It was reported that the access bridge over the stream belongs to BW but does not require a handrail.
9. Positive feedback had been received on the latest edition of FINS magazine. Congratulations were extended to the Editor.
10. The arrangements were in place for the AGM with a reminder being placed on the website. Mr Ager and Tarrant would set out the trophies.
11. As Mr Steer had stepped down from the post of trustee the chair proposed that the vacant position be filled by Mr Richard Sylvester this was seconded by Mr Ayling and carried unanimous
12. Invoices had been received for rodent control and hire of projector which were passed to the treasurer for payment.
13. Muddy Lane continued to be a problem and it was agreed that the WBC would be contacted to investigate if a repair could be undertaken before the start of the new season.
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The match list had been circulated for comments and some minor amendments made. It was agreed that the twilight matches to be held in June should appear on the new permit. It was recognised that more matches were scheduled for Speen Moors due to the gravel extraction at Colthrop & Brimpton.
15. Risk assessments were due to be carried out on Bellwood Store and working parties activities.
16. Work was required to repair a total of 8 pegs on Knott’s and 9 required attention on Dobson’s. It was agreed that some work could be done by working parties but other swims needed more major attention and would best done by a contractor.
17. It was reported that a major litter picking operation had taken place and had required the equivalent of 40 man hours to complete. It had yielded 50 bags of rubbish and required a skip to remove it. Thanks were extended to all those that took part.
18. A quote had been received to raise the ground level at
19. It was reported that the floating island had been replaced on Alders following the high water levels.
20. It was agreed that Mr Purton could sell off any unwanted donated tackle that was unsuitable for use by juniors.
21. It was suggested that we needed to spend more on fish stocks next season to boost catches and retain members. It was pointed out that ideally all expenditure had to come from income in order to ensure the Association was self sustaining. Maintenance of stocks was regarded as a priority and funds would be allocated if available. It was agreed that the second batch of carp for
22. It was agreed that the last two editions of FINS would be made available on disc so that they could be added to the new Website.
NEWBURY ANGLING ASSOCIATION
SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON
- It was noted that a notice have been given that ground water from the Park Way works would be discharged to the K&A Canal.
- Three fishing shelters and a box of fluorescent bite indicators had been donated to NAA juniors. These were handed to Pete Purton. A session on the river as a barbel fishing teach in for juniors at Hambridge is being arranged by another club and NAA juniors may be invited along as well if we agree.
- West Berks Council would like to use
- A meeting was held with Alison Colebrook, BW volunteer organiser at Avington re car park area. BW do not see any problems but need a method statement of how we propose to carry out the work and risk assessments on the work activities. She will let us have any risk assessments of relevant activities on the canal if they have any. She said that we should have a risk assessment of strimming of swims on the canal, this should include signs to warn others on the tow path and personnel should be trained in safe use of the strimmer.
- It was reported that there has been some comment on the website and at the last Open Forum about night fishing for juniors if a change is needed an amendment to the regulations may be required. To be discussed at April meeting.
- A request has been made to improve top car park at Palletts as is very slippery in wet weather. A load of bark chips spread around has been suggested as a cheap solution. Discuss next meeting.
- The cost of actions to resolve the Health & Safety issues on the rivers was in the region of £5000 to include rebuilding of swims at Colthrop. Quotations will be required.
- A priority was the hand rail on the bridge at Dobsons and Knott’s and would require attention before the start of the season.
- Risk assessments were being carried out on the canals but no problems had been encountered so far.
- Four out of bounds notices were required by the working party manager.
- It was agreed that the stocking of Alders should continue. Approval given for £1000 of 1lb bream and £1000 of larger bream, subject to availability. Also to order 3 “hedgehogs” for trial in Alders at a cost of £200.
- Investigate a source of a boat and dummy to act as a cormorant deterant for Alders
- It was suggested that at Pallett’s one swim could be lowered to assess the value of doing the same to all of them.
- It was agreed that at Dobson’s peg 35 needs to be rebuilt
- At Knott’s in peg 32 there is a large tree in the water. It was agreed to leave it there.
- Muddy Lane is again in very poor condition. It was agreed that the secretary check with the Council to see what can be done.
- t was agreed that certain locks would be set to a combination known only to Mr. Paddick and shared on a need to know basis in order to prevent unauthorised entry during the closed season.
- There was evidence of illegal crayfish trapping on Pallett’s. A check to be made whether it is a CSAS activity.
- Details of the EA liaison office at
- Rivar pond at Greenham has been abandoned by
- The specimen entry winner to be decided from match records as no entries submitted.
- CSAS are writing to BW about their concern over the condition of the bolt on the swingbridge.
Tench deaths in Bellwood
NEWBURY ANGLING ASSOCIATION
SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON
1. A meeting had been held with Grundon’s representatives and a proposed plan discussed on how to safely continue to fish Colthrop. It was agreed that the pool and pegs as far as Peg 10 would continue to be available for the remainder of the season and no changes made for next season to those pegs. Next season it was proposed to relocate pegs 11 to 19 on the North bank and access to the main river and the
2. It was reported that
3. The Land Rover has now been repaired and has been taxed and is on the road.
4. The family day held by West Berks Council on Willows had been a success and 22 potential anglers had attended, thanks were extended to those committee members who supported the event.
5. Negotiations were continuing with Sutton’s estate regarding removing fallen trees.
6. Introduction of Carp into
7. Suttons Estates agreed to place crayfish traps on Speen Moors.
8. The sad untimely death of former Match Secretary (1991-92) Gary Murphy was reported and 10 members had attended his funeral.
9. The minutes from the open forum were discussed and it was agreed to close
(ii) Prevention of fish movement from Willows and Alders during flooding. This was thought to be too restrictive and difficult to put in place for a very infrequent occurrence. (iii) Toilets on other venues. Access was difficult on Collins but
10. A meeting had been arranged with a BW representative Miss Alison Colebrook on 5th March to discuss proposal of upgrading car park area at Avington D.
11. The match list was almost ready. It was agreed that Ladies and Junior matches would be held on the same venue as selected Club Championship matches due to low numbers. Individual Christmas matches would still be held. It was agreed that the number of open matches would be reduced to 6 and the civil service approached to possibly hold matches on Hambridge.
12. On Health & Safety matters it was agreed that the priority was the hand rail on the bridge at Dobson’s and Knott’s and would require attention before the start of the season. A dangerous swim at Colthrop had been closed off. Risk assessments were being carried out on the canals but no problems had been encountered so far.
13. A leak in the canal bank between Guyers and Higgs lock had been reported to BW.
14. Keyed padlock to be placed on the green bar at the end of the season.
Newbury Angling Association
Annual General Meeting 2009
Wednesday 22nd April
7.30pm
As Usual The Agm Is Members Only Please Bring Your Permit To Be Certain Of Admittance.
Junior Members Must Be Accompanied By Their Parent Or Guardians.
Bar Facilities Will Be Available.
NEWBURY ANGLING ASSOCIATION
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WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING & PATIENCE WHILE THE NEW FISH SETTLE IN
NAA COMMITTEE
NEWBURY ANGLING ASSOCIATION
SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON 15th JANUARY
1) It was agreed that a letter authorising temporary membership for a short fixed period would be issued to new applicants to cover the period between receipt of application and approval at the next available committee meeting. The membership secretary would draft an appropriate letter to cover this arrangement.
2) New rat bait stations were in place in
3) The date of April 22nd was agreed for the AGM. It was also agreed that a guest speaker was not required as the new Website would be demonstrated instead. The trophies needed to be collected soon to arrange engraving in good time. Posts up for election at the AGM were Fishery Manager and Head Bailiff no nominations had been received. Financial Controller was also up for re-election and Mr Wilton agreed to stand again. Committee members the agreed to stand for re-election were Mr Tarrant & Mr Sims, Mr Bray wished to stand down and was thanked for his service during the year.
4) The Open Forum agenda had been agreed and the Secretary would act as chair in the absence of the Chairman who would be away on business.
5) A meeting had been held with the solicitor in order to clarify any issues of title of ownership of NAA property.
6)NAA was now a member of the Angling Trust and would also be a member of Fish Legal when current ACA membership expired. It was noted that there would be an increase in fees but Insurance premiums would decrease.
7) It was reported that
8) At a recent FAP meeting the results of the electro-fishing survey carried out at Bulls Lock was reported. Thirteen specie
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