The former Castle Road South Neighbours and Traders Association agreed to close and to form a new Association, the CRCA, with the intention of becoming a Community Interest Company (CIC), to be better able to access funding and work for the benefit of Castle Road and the local community.
The first Annual General Meeting of the CRCA was held on 27 July 2023 when Articles of Association were agreed to establish how it would operate and the area that it would cover.
The Articles confirmed that the CRCA is not-for-profit Association, with up to 10 unpaid volunteer Directors elected annually.
To carry out activities which benefit the community, in particular (without limitation) to:
The Articles confirm all residents aged 16 or over, property and business owners, Portsmouth High School, and employees of businesses in Castle Road and Regent Place, from the Clocktower and Barley Mow South to the junction of Kent Road and Southsea Terrace are eligible to be a member.
The liability of each member is limited to £1, being the amount that each member undertakes to contribute to the assets of the Company in the event of its being wound up while he or she is a member or within one year after he or she ceases to be a member.
The CRCA holds four general meetings open to all members each year, including an Annual General Meeting. Directors elected at the AGM meet at least four times each year, normally in between general meetings to undertake the business of the CRCA.
To apply to become a Community Interest Company (CIC), four forms are required by Companies House and the Regulators office.
The General meeting held on 2 November 2023 considered and unanimously agreed the work plan for 2023/24 detailed in form CIC36. The Memorandum of Understanding and IN01 forms were subsequently completed, and all the requirements of the Regulator and Companies House were finally met in March 2024, when the CRCA was approved to be a CIC.
The 30 May 2024 Annual General Meeting agreed to amend the Articles of Association to create a new role of Heritage Director. They will work with property owners to ensure that existing and original features of buildings are properly maintained to preserve and enhance Castle Road for the benefit of the Community. It also agreed to set out the responsibilities for the three Communications Directors.
Our Small Team of Directors
Steve organizes and notifies members about Director, General, and Annual General meetings, circulates information, and takes minutes. Steve manages the CRCA email inbox, handles communications with Companies House, and updates Director details. He also oversees Lottery registration and ensures compliance with Council requirements.
Responsible for keeping records of all current members, new applications, and changes to membership.
Responsible for designing and commissioning projects to enhance the area and liaison with Portsmouth City Council.
Responsible for maintaining an accurate record of all income and expenditure, providing reports to Director, Annual General and General meetings.
Responsible for work with property owners to ensure that existing and original features of buildings are properly maintained to preserve and enhance Castle Road for the benefit of the community.
Responsible for communication with businesses and business property owners.
Responsible for maintaining the CRCA website and overseeing electronic communications.
Responsible for communications with residents and residential property owners
Our community association welcomes the following members:
Our association covers the area from the Clocktower and Barley Mow South to the junction of Kent Road and Southsea Terrace. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant neighbourhood!
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