Agenda item

To agree the public minutes of the meeting held on 19 November 2014.

RESOLVED – That the minutes of the last meeting held on 18 November 2014 be approved subject the following amendments:-

Oak Decline

In response to a member’s question, the Highgate Wood and Conservation Manager advised that there had been few leaf-mining moths found in this year’s survey but a wide variety of weevil species were found.

Tree Disease and Biosecurity issues

There had been further advances by the pest and there was now an infestation at the Regent’s Park Zoo, just over two kilometres from Hampstead Heath.

Matters Arising

Conservation Management Plan Summary Document

Members were provided with the Summary Document which was tabled at the meeting.

Play Area and Recreation

Members were advised that repairs to the roof hut would start shortly.

Community and Events

In response to a member’s question, the Highgate Wood and Conservation Manager advised that a Friends of Highgate Wood group would not be developed as contributions and participation from Heath Hands was increasing.

Development Issues

Members were advised that a planning application for the redevelopment of the former Haringey Magistrates Court had been approved by the London Borough of Haringey.

Weddings and Civil Ceremonies

In response to a member’s question, the Superintendent advised that that the possibility to provide weddings and civil ceremonies at Highgate Wood would not be pursued due to licensing and access issues.