TITAHI BAY

Evening Post, Volume CVII, Issue 21, 25 January 1924, Page 4

TITAHI BAY

PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATION '• . $ORMEP.

An enthusiastic meeting of residents of Titahi Bay last w^ek decided to form a Progressive 'Association. ■ . Mr. L. U. ChaSey, who convened the meeting, said that he had come to a realisation that more interest would have to be taken in the welfare of the bay, il it was to enjoy the splendid reputation it had gained. During the holidays fully double the number of people were present than had formerly been the csse, and it was necessary, therefore, for something to be done-in the way of better conveniences, and that kind of thing. He also thought the time had arrived when definite steps should be taken in the matter pf acquiring a suitable area for a recreation ground. The bay was rapidly filling with 'houses,,.and there would soon be very little land available for air spaces. Now was the time to secure an adequate area at a reasonable price, and it was for the local residents to decide -what was to be done.. It was pointed out by Mr. Chaffey that the formation of the association was not antagonistic Ho the Makara County CounciU but it was felt that with such a large area to cater for, the 'members of the council did not quite realise the importance of Titahi Bay, and that it would be helpful, rather than otherwise, for residents to-bring under attention in a concrete way the various improvements that were really necessary to make the bay the attractive spot that it should be.

Mr. S. Jackson, who had made a special visit to the bay for the purpose of enlightening residents' in regard to what should,be done in respect to sanitary arrangements, gave-'a brief outline of a moderate scheme, and suggested the installation of a septic tank.* He also stated that a larger size, of pipe should bo put in for the supply of water. Mr. Jackson thought tap. a permanent man was really necessary during the summer months to look after the roads, channels, and to patrol*the beach. Mr. E. Windley, chairman of the Makara County Council, who attended as a ratepayer, explained that it was no_t possible to do very much more for Titahi Bay with the rates at present available, and be suggested that if Titahi Bay residents wished special facilities they should have a special rating area created, and thus be in a position to raise the necessary funds. On being put to the neeting Mr. Windley's idea was carried by an overwhelming majority, and it was decided that the executive should take this matter up with the County Council. It was also decided that steps be taken in the matter of securing a auitable recreation ground. Mr. Eric Johnston brought under, notice the question of beautifying the bay by planting suitable trees, and it was decided that the executive should also go into this matter. Mr. Bothamley promised a donation of fifty Ngaio trees, and Mr. Johnston offered to see that these were planted.

The following officers were elected :— Patron, W. H. Field, Esq., M.P. ; president, Mr. Will Applfiton; vicp.-prs.si dents, Messrs. 15. Lynneberg, W. J. Carman. H. S. Hunter; secretary and treasurer, Mr.. ]„ XJ. Chaffey ; ' executive. Trofessor Sommerville, Messrs. J- F. Vorresler, B. Mapplebeck, Erie Johnston, W. Shock, and T. W. Wilt.