Councillor Update Sometimes getting things done through Poole Council
can take longer then expected, even for councillors with determination and persistance, but the wait can be worthwhile. One nice development recently completed has been the formation of Poole Museum Trustees and its adoption as a registered charity. Some months ago, as a chairman of the environment committee, I suggested that the museum would be less of a burden on council tax payers, needing less of a subsidy, if a membership scheme was introduced, very much like the Tate galleries in London have succesfully run for many years. It was my hope that special tours and special exhibitions could be arranged, as well as giving donors credit for donations made and enabling legacies to be more effectively sought for the very good cause of preserving our heritage and historical archived documents.
I am pleased to be able to report another success, as the Poole Museum Trust was officially launched recently with a special event at the superb exhibition building at Scaplens Court in Poole High Street. It was a priviledge for me to attend the opening event, where the chair of the new Trustees was introduced by Poole Mayor, Cllr Zena Dion. A short talk was given by the Director of the museum service, explaining how the heritage of Poole is displayed. A few examples cited are the ancient longboat found in Poole Harbour many years ago, the Canford Cup awarded at Poole Regatta and, recently, the swash channel shipwreck rudder preservation project. The latter was part funded by an Art Council grant. The preservation process was advised by the distinguished professor from Bournemouth University, also present at the opening. Hurray! Another success for us all, because it will be a better deal for the council tax payer, expand the fundraising remit of the Museum and improve the footfall in Poole High Street and the Quay.
Most families are affected by dementia in one way or another. The aim of the Poole Dementia Action Group is to assist communities in becoming dementia friendly and provide information on support and activities. As part of Dementia Awareness Week, taking place in May, the Group chaired by Cllr Jane Newell, is putting on a special event at the Spire Church in Poole High Street on Thursday 18th May, from 11am-3pm. Anyone can come along to hear about the vast range of activities and resources available to Poole and Broadstone residents for people with dementia and their carers.
Please continue to contact me by letter, email, phone or in person at the next monthly surgery on Saturday 13th May, from 10am-12pm in Broadstone library.
Cllr David Newell Email:
d.newell@
poole.gov.uk • Call: 07790 434662
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