# Downshire Hill Residents' Association Meeting Summary
The committee discussed the proposed relocation of Abacus School to the Police Station and the various considerations this development raises for our neighbourhood. Traffic impact emerged as a key concern, with the committee agreeing that commissioning an independent traffic report would be valuable once the planning consultation opens. The school is still seeking planning permission, and the committee recognises the importance of engaging with the school and its architects early in the process, while there is still an opportunity for our views to be heard. An Extraordinary General Meeting will be convened to seek the street's input on this matter and explore whether residents would be willing to contribute towards the cost of a professional traffic assessment.
Other aspects of the school proposal were also explored, including questions about the school's catchment area and the planned scale of the development. The committee notes that the full impact on local residents may not become apparent for several years, as the school would not reach its anticipated full pupil numbers until 2023. Members recognised that if the school does not proceed, the Police Station site would be sold to a developer, presenting a different set of considerations for the area.
In brighter news, the committee is delighted to announce the launch of a new Downshire Hill Residents' Association website, which will go live in January and serve as a hub for meeting minutes and information about projects affecting our street. The committee also discussed the Neighbourhood Watch scheme and reviewed the Association's constitution to ensure our governance remains sound and fit for purpose.