Regarding an incident that happened at Sussex Heights a few months ago, and was reported in the last newsletter, when it was unfortunately necessary to ask the Police to become involved; it was understood at the time that a resident received a formal caution from the Police against aggressive behaviour towards some other residents.

There has subsequently been verbal confirmation from the local Police, PC Adam Rogers, that the resident was spoken to “with strong words” by the Police Officer about the aggressive stance taken against the other resident, but that a formal Police Caution was not in fact given.

We would like there to be no misunderstanding about this matter, and hope the above statement clarifies the situation.

SUSSEX HEIGHTS (BRIGHTON) LIMITED

Company Secretary and Registered Office: Arun Office Services Ltd, RBS House, 59-61 Sea Lane, Rustington, West Sussex BN16 2RQ, fir 01903859685, Fax: 01903859166 Email: pambarton@arunoffice.co.uk

COMPANY NUMBER: 2676784

Spring Newsletter Sussex Heights

APRIL 2010

I’m writing this  during the Easter weekend; do you, like me, wonder where the months have gone, six of them since my last newsletter?

I can’t deny that those six months, haven’t been difficult ones for The Board; and at the height of the unpleasantness, after a resident (not a Board member) was physically assaulted; then weeks of harassment suffered personally, the local police were asked to help. A resident was cautioned on both counts.*

The Board is grateful to those numerous residents, who have taken the trouble to contact the Directors; to thank them, and to support them, in the work being currently carried out and that they will . Due to the early nesting of the Peregrine Falcons together with the need to recruit a Project Manager for the essential building works; and to ensure that leaseholders have the period needed to comment on the tender list etc; work will not commence on the roof repairs, as was hoped, this year. However, much work is going on by way of recruiting a Project Manager; sourcing suitable contractors and preparation of tenders etc. We are all very grateful to Clive Shuttleworh, the Director who is handling these issues, together with Kevin Baker of Countrywide.

It is hoped that, as soon as the Peregrines have left the nest, contractors will at least be able to get on to the roof to quote for the work, which will start as soon as the weather allows next year.

We apologise to those residents, who have made clear their disappointment that the renovation program will not commence until 2011.

The Board continues to meet once a month; however, individual Directors meet far more regularly to discuss and deal with the many issues that occur on a day to day basis.

There have been a number of complaints by residents of noisy and nuisance neighbours. The Board, Countrywide are being asked once again, to remind ALL residents of the terms of their lease, under which we are all governed at Sussex Heights.

Countrywide have (belatedly) produced, and circulated the Annual Maintenance Accounts for the year ending 24th March 2009; The Board is questioning some of the figures, and will be meeting with the Accountants for greater clarification.

As stated at the AGM, we are reducing some of the lighting in the common areas of the building, in our endeavors to drive down costs, and to be as “green” as we can without compromising safety; we will continue to look at all similar areas of energy savings. If you have suggestions please let us know.

Sussex Heights would not function as smoothly as it does without our team, David, Stella, Alan, and Michael; and on behalf of all residents, we thank them for their constant input, and hard work.

Your will be kept informed of progress regarding the building renovations; which is – incidentally – the biggest renovation program since the building was erected over 40 years ago! So I will, once again, appeal to you and ask if you think you have any qualified experience and/or skills in major building works and that they may be of use throughout the building works, please do make yourself known to us, by contacting The Company Secretary.

! STOP PRESS ! The official website for Sussex Heights (B’ton) Ltd is now up and running, visit it at www.sussexheights.org.uk.

Have an enjoyable late spring and summer.

Paul Michaelson – Chairman and the Directors of the Board

* I should add allegedly at this point, or at least I don’t know if this allegation can be verified, but it’s clear who is referred to.

I guess that makes this the official unofficial site!

The Company was incorporated in 1992 and all Lessees are entitled to one share. Shares must be relinquished in favour of the new owner if and when a flat is sold.

The Chairman and Directors are resident at Sussex Heights and meet regularly to discuss matters relating to the maintenance and smooth running of the block. They are unpaid for the work they do, but they see it as beneficial both for themselves and their neighbours.

via Sussex Heights (Brighton) Ltd.