Late last month, a leak developed in the Vicar’s office, and it has been established that the office is now uninhabitable because of toxic mould. Almost all of the flat section of the church hall roofing has not been replaced since the hall was built in the early 1960s, and the roof is rusty. It is therefore necessary to replace that part of the roof urgently. The cost of the replacement will exceed $20,000, so there will be a Special General Meeting of the Parish at 7pm on 28 July in the Hall to approve expenditure on the necessary work on the roof, and associated work, such as a new ceiling for the Vicar’s office.

Anyone who does not drive at night, but who would like to attend the meeting, is invited to indicate their need for a ride, either by emailing office.trentham@xtra.co.nz or by leaving a message on 04 5285588.

Further information about the work required will be provided before the meeting. Also check this space for confirmation of the meeting as it may be postponed subject to the completion of a quote.