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BACKGROUND

Cheadle in Bloom was established in 2006 initially as a local council initiative but now run as a volunteer group.The Group has been very active since then and the quality of its work resulted in it achieving a Gold award in the Heart of England in Bloom competition in 2009. It has the following constitution:

CHEADLE IN BLOOM CONSTITUTION (Aug 2011)

1. Name

The name of the organisation shall be Cheadle in Bloom, (CIB)

2. Address

Correspondence shall normally be addressed to the current secretary of the committee at his/her home address.

3. Objectives

The aim of CIB shall be to promote initiatives within the community which will improve the environmental presentation of Cheadle for the benefit of residents, businesses and visitors.  In particular to:

            Encourage and develop containerised floral displays.

            Improve the quality, quantity and maintenance of permanent planting areas.

            Contribute to environmental improvements.

            Develop public awareness of CIB and the benefits thereof.

4. Membership

4.1 The membership, to include at least one representative from Cheadle Town Council, shall be open to representatives of any organisation or community group or individual with an interest in floral displays in Cheadle.  No member shall pay or be paid for membership.

4.2 The membership shall, at the AGM or an EGM, elect a Committee comprising Chairman, Treasurer and Secretary (and should they so wish a Vice Chairman) from the membership. The membership may also create sub-groups of members on an ad-hoc basis to deal with specific projects or issues.

4.3 The members will meet at least four times per year.  A quorum of at least four members shall be required for business to be conducted.  All members shall have equal voting rights except that the Chairman shall have the casting vote if necessary.

4.4 Individuals from outside the membership may be co-opted for specific purposes.

5. Finance

5.1 A bank account shall be maintained in the name of Cheadle in Bloom.  There shall be two cheque signatories nominated by the Committee. Cheques shall require the signature of both.

5.2 The financial year will run from 1^st December to 30^th November.

5.3 The Treasurer shall give a financial report at each membership meeting and present a balance sheet at the AGM.

5.4 The accounts of the group shall be audited annually by an independent auditor prior to the AGM.

6. Meetings of the Organisation

The Annual General Meeting shall be held early in December each year.  The date, time and location of the AGM shall be notified to each member and all involved organisations at least 10 days before the meeting.  General meetings may be called at any time as agreed at the previous meeting.

7. Changes to the Constitution

The Constitution of Cheadle in Bloom may be amended or revoked by a resolution of a two thirds majority of the members present at the AGM or at an Extraordinary General Meeting called with the full knowledge of all members with at least 10 days notice.

8. Dissolution

The organisation shall be dissolved upon a resolution to that effect by a two thirds majority of those members present and voting at an AGM or at and EGM called for the purpose.  Following a resolution to dissolve, the remaining officers of the Committee shall take appropriate action to use remaining funds and assets to discharge any and all debts and liabilities of the organisation.  Any remaining funds and assets (or their liquidated value) shall be donated to Cheadle Town Council to be used for the benefit of Cheadle.

Located in the North of Staffordshire,(and not to be confused with the one in Cheshire!) Cheadle is a picturesque and busy little market town whose history dates back to the time of the Domesday Book (1086). Cheadle is now more popularly known as the gateway to Alton Towers due to its close proximity to Britain's most popular theme park. although it is also within easy reach of the wonderful scenery of the Staffordshire Moorlands, with the beautiful Churnet Valley only 10 minutes drive away.
Cheadle is home to two St. Giles churches. The Roman Catholic St. Giles Church is one of the finest churches in Britain, described as "Pugin's Gem" as it was designed in the 19th century by A.W.N. Pugin, one of the architects famous for the design of the Houses of Parliament. A major series of celebrations in the town is being planned to celebrate the 200th anniversary of his birth on 1st May 1812.
Over the past few years Cheadle has been involved in a regeneration project that has seen many of the shop fronts refurbished. The design and colour scheme used on the buildings throughout the project has given a unique feel to the Town. A tour of the town is highly recommended or take our "Video Tour".

For further information visit Cheadle Town website at:

http://cheadlestaffordshire.co.uk/