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Residents associations

Firstport manages all Catford Green buildings and the wider estate. Resident associations help coordinate issues, escalate repairs, and keep communication clear between neighbours and Firstport.

Current status

  • Existing: Dixie Court residents' association (add contact/join link).
  • Forming: other courts are encouraged to start their own groups. Share your details on your court page once set up.

How to start an association

  1. Find interested neighbours (owners and tenants). Use block WhatsApp groups, notice boards, or door drops.
  2. Agree a few priorities (repairs, grounds care, security, comms with Firstport).
  3. Elect three roles: chair, secretary, treasurer. Keep roles light but accountable.
  4. Set a shared channel (WhatsApp/Signal) for quick chat and an email for formal notes.
  5. Meet briefly (even online). Keep short minutes and share with residents and Firstport.
  6. Register a contact with Firstport so they know who to reach for building-wide matters.

What to publish on your court page

  • Association name.
  • Contact email or join link (e.g., WhatsApp invite).
  • Meeting cadence and how to attend.
  • Current priorities and any open actions.

Templates you can copy

  • Intro note to residents: who you are, why the association exists, how to join.
  • Meeting note headings: date, attendees, issues raised, actions, owners.
  • Contact footer: chair, secretary, treasurer + shared email.

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