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Latest news and Information regarding Hall Management
 
On this page you will find all the latest news and information relating to the general management of the Hall, including information from Hazelvine and P J Livesey. Some documents referred to in these articles contain sensitive information, so if there's a link that you can't access, please email the relevant committee member as detailed on the 'Email us' page for a copy.
 

21/03/11

Purchase of the Freehold

We understand that enquiries are being made with Planning & Building Control departments at Central Bedfordshire Council from interested parties re the purchase of the freehold.

 

21/03/11

Handover of Fairfield Hall

Hazelvine have confirmed that all apartments have now been sold. We are waiting for the existing directors of the FHMC to resign and handover to residents as per the terms of our leases. As we understand it, at the appropriate time, lessees will be written to, inviting nominations as directors. An AGM will then be held, where the handover will be made.

21/03/11

Grounds

The owner of the church has agreed to make good the part of the grassed area damaged when electricity was being installed.

If anyone is interested in forming a grounds working party please contact the committee at fhra@hotmail.co.uk. We will be working in conjunction with our gardener, Anand.

You may have noticed the lovely Acacia trees planted between Icknield House and the cricket pitch. Thanks to everyone who donated additional money for these and helped with their planting.

We are planning a “litter pick” on Sunday 27th March at 11am. Meet outside entrance 3 and bring gloves, black bin bags and lots of energy! A visit to a local pub afterwards is planned.

 

27/09/10

Treforma, the new gardening contractors are supplying us with a Quarterly Gardening Update, keeping residents informed of the schedule of works. A copy can be seen here

A copy will also be posted on all noticeboards.

 

27/09/10

If anyone requires a copy of the buildings insurance, please contact a member of the committee or email fhra@hotmail.co.uk

 

08/6/10

New Hazelvine contact 

As you may know, David Matika is no longer with Hazelvine and the site is now being managed by Beverley Eves and Nigel Burnand until a replacement is appointed. You can contact them by email at Beverley@hazelvine.com or Nigel@hazelvine.com or of course the normal telephone number.

 

08/06/10
Buildings insurance 

We’re pleased to say that the insurance has now been renewed.

 

23/3/10

All residents should by now have received a letter from the FHRA regarding current finances and proposed action. You can also download a copy here.

Letter to residents March 2010

 

3/3/10

TV reception

Hazelvine still want to hear from any residents having ongoing TV reception problems. Please email Dave@hazelvine.com

 

3/3/10 - updated 16/4/10

Re-decoration of entranceways

As some of you will now have noticed, Richard and Raymond have started the redecoration. As we're sure you will appreciate, there is a lot of painting to do, so the work is being scheduled over a period of time, starting with the oldest areas of the Hall first.  

 

9/2/10

Bin store reminder
Please remember that only general household waste, securely placed in black bin bags, and orange recycling bags are the only things that should be placed in bin stores for disposal. Richard and Raymond do not have the time or means to collect and dispose of other rubbish.
 
Please take any other waste to council run tips. Details of local waste and recycling points can be downloaded by clicking here. The nearest to the Hall is at the end of Blackhorse Road in Letchworth. You can see this on a map by clicking on the link below:
 
Some other interesting recycling facts and figures can be seen by clicking this link:
 
 
2/2/10
Entrance gates
As you know, we have had numerous problems with both entrance gates and have discussed these issues with PJL and Hazelvine on a number of occasions. However, until a satisfactory solution can be found to ensure robust and continuous operation of the gates, we've decided to look into a timer operation, so gates open before 'morning rushhour', remain open during the day and then close again late evening. When the gates are closed, they will continue to work as they have previously done, but by leaving them open during the day when there can be almost continuous traffic, we hope we can reduce overall wear and tear.
 
14/12/09
Out of Hours Emergency Contact Numbers 
Hazelvine are currently confirming with the main contractors about emergency cover out of business hours. They have prepared an"out of hours" information sheet containing contact numbers to cover the main problems likely to occur; a copy can be downloaded here.
 
 

 

27/09/10

Outside lighting update

Although some issues have been resolved, we are aware that there are still problems around the Huntingdon Wing and the Church.  

 

3/3/10

Outside lighting

As we go to print, we’re expecting electricians on site during w/c 1st March to resolve the faulty lighting around the Hall, in particular around the church.

 

3/3/10

2010-11 Budgets

We’re continuing to work through Hazelvine’s proposed Service Charge budgets for 2010/11. We’re still planning to provide you with the suggested budget by the end of March.

  

11/08/09

Latest letter to PJL

The latest letter from the FHRA to PJL regarding the current financial situation can be seen here.

The response from PJL can be seen by clicking here. They are now offering the help of their solicitors to start legal action against residents how are breaking the terms of their lease by not paying service charges.

We will of course continue to try to put pressure on both PJL and Hazelvine to resolve the current situation.

   

 9/11/09
Development update
As reported to the FHRA AGM on 24th October, arrangements have been made for the clearance and inspection of the gulleys, valleys, hoppers and downpipes. Minor leaks will be sealed and any missing slates replaced.This work will enable us to identify where further repair works are required and need to be programmed in. This work will obviously involve cherry picker access for the high elevations and it is anticipated that this will take 2/3 weeks starting from 23rd November.
 

This work will be followed by window cleaning; there are a number of windows at high level that cannot be accessed by the `reach & wash´ (pole) system and by combining the 2 jobs whilst the cherry picker is on site we are trying to minimise costs. We will confirm the exact dates that the window cleaning will be carried out in due course. if you have any concerns or queries about the cleaning whilst it is being undertaken, please contact Richard as soon as possible so that we can get these looked at whilst the contractor is still on site. We are reviewing internal and external repairs and redecorations and will be programming works as soon as funds permit; you will be aware that that there are no reserve funds built up.

 

There are a number of hallways that are currently being used as storage areas; not only is this unsightly in some cases but more importantly is in breach of the lease terms and a potential Health and Safety risk in the event of a fire. Residents are requested to remove these items and are being contacted on an individual basis. Please be aware that if items are not removed following reasonable notice, we will make arrangements to have these removed and a cost charged to the resident.