Nathan reported that there are three main areas of concern in North Baddesley. Fleming Avenue, where there were recent cases of arson; Ringwood Drive, where there have been incidents of rowdy and inconsiderate behaviour in the early hours of the morning; and Firgrove Close, where there are ongoing problems with the cutway. Patrols will be stepped up in these areas.
Police surgeries are starting again from 14th June on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month at 10am in the Community Life Centre.
Nathan attended the coffee morning at All Saints’ Church to meet residents and agreed to visit the Over 60’s Club and the Friendship Circle.
The Football Day is going ahead as planned and the pitches will be cut and marked out beforehand. The Historical Society and the Parish Plan will have stands.
Plans for the Multicultural Village Day are progressing well. There will be at least 35 stalls, a dog show, two arenas, a police stall and lots of multicultural events.
The Chairman confirmed that he is again donating his allowance to the parish this year.
Billy Williams attended to report that a grant is being funded by the Football Association which will be used towards the cost of drainage for the cricket field. Two new football pitches will then be marked out, creating a wider range of pitches for the clubs. Outline permission for change of use of the land will be sought from HCC.

The organisation of Village Day is progressing well. About 40 stands are anticipated, a stage and PA system have been arranged, the Police are having a stand and the Scouts are installing their swing boat. There will not be a beer tent as a license could not be arranged at short notice.
There are now about 12 young people attending the Youth Club and no more trouble has occurred.
Advertisements have been placed for tenders for the Groundsman’s contract and for a cleaner for the pavilion to ensure best value for the services provided.
A representative from Hampshire and IOW Trust is treating Councillors to a guided tour of Baddesley Common including Emer Bog in August. It is hoped that a video of the tour will be taken and made available to all those who are interested.
Permission for change of use of the cricket field to football pitches is being sought from HCC. Consultation letters have been sent to residents of the nearby cottages for their views.
Works by HCC to install dragon’s teeth on the verges along Hoe Lane have been halted due to complaints from residents who have been parking there for years. Further discussions will take place before a decision can be made on whether or not the works should proceed.
The Chairman reported back on a meeting he had attended with Councillor Mrs Tupper and Hampshire Highways representatives to discuss finalisation of the proposed Highways improvements throughout the village. After discussion it was agreed that a letter will be sent to Hampshire Highways indicating that the Parish Council are still not in agreement with HCC’s interpretation of the consultation with villagers.
Issues regarding use of the pavilion will be raised at a meeting with the Football Clubs in the forthcoming week. The sign outside the pavilion has been badly damaged by footballs being kicked against it, the pitches need a break from football practice to allow for re-seeding and the alarm is frequently being set off unnecessarily. It was agreed that any costs incurred will be referred to those responsible.