Obituary - Stuart McLaggan, known as Stu, passed away on 22 January I wish to pay tribute to Stuart McLaggan who died in January a brave battle with cancer. Stu was appointed a Justice of the Peace in May 1995 and spent many years as a Judicial Justice and a rostered Search Warrant Justice, as well as undertaking his Ministerial duties with care. Stuart was very conscientious and prepared well for the Court work he undertook. I enjoyed sitting with Stu, as he kept me on my toes and his attention to detail was great. Stuart was the Association Trainer for some time and his dedication to this position meant we all benefited from his knowledge and experience. The NZ Police members from the Whangarei Station presented Stuart with a plaque and certificate, when his illness precluded him from becoming an Issuing Officer, in recognition of his Search Warrant work. Stu was very touched by this gesture and very proud to receive the delegation of Police who visited him at home. I wish to acknowledge Janet’s support of Stuart over his time as a Justice of the Peace. Janet never complained at being woken from a sound sleep when the phone rang at all hours for a Search Warrant application to be considered, spent hours typing Stuart’s assignments when he was studying (being a builder, writing wasn’t high on Stu’s list of priorities!) and welcomed the many people who visited their home for Ministerial matters.
Membership Objectives Activities Timeline Leader Resources Expected Outcomes Ensure appropriate geographical spread of JPs Create location map Consult with MPs Aug 15 President E- map, Better coverage of district Have membership reflect the diversity of the community Seek more Maori appointments Seek greater representation of component ethnicities Consult with MPs Ongoing President/ Registrar Percentages of JPs approach community percentages Ensure competent leadership of the association Identify skills required Review membership for potential council members Ongoing President Association improves support for members and RF Support members opting for JP (Retired) status Advise members of the option Ensure acknowledgement of retirees service Ongoing Registrar Education and Training Objectives Activities Timeline Leader Resources Expected Outcomes Maintain and enhance JP knowledge of roles and duties Hold regular training sessions. Survey members re training preferences Publish training dates and venues widely, well in advance Training material published in Assn newsletters Ongoing Training Coordinator Newsletter costs Increased attendance at training. Absentees from training do not miss out on essential material.
Ensure Council members are kept up to date At least two Council members attend national and regional conferences. Ongoing Treasurer Registration Accommodation Travel costs Conference reports tabled, spoken to and then published for members at large Communication Objectives Activities Timeline Leader Resources Expected Outcomes Increase public awareness of JP role Provide media with information, suitable stories Contact secondary schools Ongoing ? President Four newspaper articles per year Local schools visited Improve internal communication Review website and newsletter publications Extend website training Oct 15 Ongoing ? Training Coordinator Greater use of website Develop website further Promote website as primary medium for information exchange Ongoing ? Even greater use of website Fellowship Objectives Activities Timeline Leader Resources Expected Outcomes Raise the level of camaraderie in the Association Organise at least one social function each year for JPs and partners Dec 15 Ongoing ? A venue Function attended by at least one-third of membership Finance Objectives Activities Timeline Leader Resources Expected Outcomes Ensure financial sustainability of the Association Analyse financial needs, set annual subscription to accommodate them Oct 15 Treasurer Heated debate, increased subs!
Seek outside funding Apply to local trusts for funding, businesses for sponsorship Ongoing Treasurer Assistance with capex Set aside targeted conference fund Treasurer includes specific budget line Oct 15 Treasurer Reps attend conference without suffering financial imposition Branch Objectives Activities Timeline Leader Resources Expected Outcomes Formation of a branch as population grows Analysis of current and projected numbers for the area. Survey of current area members to establish whether there is a call Oct 16 President Dependent on analysis & survey Executive Council Members – 2014/2015 President Murray Lints intsgroup@xtra.co.nz 31 Dolphin Place 09 434-3123 RD3, Whangarei Immed. Past President Sidney Teesdale 38 Cranley St, Dargaville 09 439-5030 Senior V.P. Bruce Crompton Westlake Road 09 439-2221 RD2, Ruawai