Residents Association in action
Setting up their own Residents Association has proved to a be a great success at Neimann Court.
They set up their RA and held their first meeting back in February at their local community centre.
This spring they made use of their lovely sunny garden set in the middle of the estate -it’s really a great social space because neighbours can say hello to each other from their balconies and the garden is full of lovely plants and feels secluded.
They used their annual £200 RA grant money wisely to buy refreshments. They spread the word on their What’s App group which attracted 14 members to come along armed with picnic blankets and extra snacks.
Ed, the Chair intended it to be a relaxed social gathering for people to be introduced to their neighbours and make new connections and it was a wonderful success.
As well as general chats about life there was also a run through of the agenda and updates had been noted and shared with the group prior to the meeting (thanks To Home Ownership Manager Tariq, who has been liaising with the RA and is joining the Neimann Court Board of Directors. He is committed to working on behalf of the RA to represent ISHA resident voice and challenge the managing company on issues such as water drainage and pipes problems.
RA member Veronia said, “ It’s such a nice way to spend the evening but also there is a packed agenda so it’s good to know we are working together to further improve where we live.”
The RA were excited to apply for the Neighbourhood Events Grant and started sharing their ideas for their garden party this summer.
