Money spent in Potters Bar

Groups in Potters Bar are continuing to benefit from Hertsmere Borough Council's Ward Improvement Initiative Scheme.

The 60 plus day centre at The Wyllyotts Centre in Darkes Lane will be able to purchase new kitchen equipment thanks to Councillor Peter Knell who allocated just over half of his £2,000 budget.  He said: "The club provides a daily lunch for older people so this money will help replace a lot of their equipment.  They not only provide older people with a meal at lunchtime but also a place to meet and socialise."

In addition, Councillor Knell has used the last of his money to club together with Councillors Paul Hodgson-Jones and Ron Morris to provide the club with 70 replacement chairs at a total cost of £3,412.

St Mary's Church has benefited from a refurbished kitchen courtesy of Councillor John Donne who gave £1,000 from his allocation of money.  He said: "The money has helped pay for a new wash room, kitchenette and storage cupboards in the church hall which is used by the church and for community gatherings."

Potters Bar Flower Club has also benefited by getting a new portable sound system for their monthly entertainment sessions.  Councillor Ron Morris allocated just over £150 from his fund and said: "Many older people are members of the club and go along to the monthly sessions to socialise with other people."

Each Hertsmere borough councillor has £2,000 to spend on projects in their ward but the money is running out so if you have any ideas on how the last of it can be spent, contact your local councillor - find out who your local councillor is.