Monday, 29 November 2010
Urban Gulls
Bath MP Don Foster has tabled an early Day motion looking into the effects of Urban Gulls in the community.
Everyone in the East Twerton area knows the effects that Gulls have on every day life and the misery that these Urban gull cause.
We very much hope that Dons motion is successful and we can finally get some rest bite from these Gulls that are more than a nuisance to many people.
The text of the motion can be found at http://edmi.parliament.uk/EDMi/EDMDetails.aspx?EDMID=42077&SESSION=905
Everyone in the East Twerton area knows the effects that Gulls have on every day life and the misery that these Urban gull cause.
We very much hope that Dons motion is successful and we can finally get some rest bite from these Gulls that are more than a nuisance to many people.
The text of the motion can be found at http://edmi.parliament.uk/EDMi/EDMDetails.aspx?EDMID=42077&SESSION=905
Monday, 29 November 2010
Lymore Ave and Terrace
We have asked that Lymore Ave is cleared of all the litter that is there after a weekend visit the area was very messy.
The Litter bin on Lymore Terrace was also full up with Sainsbury bags all around it and we have asked that this is cleared and inspected regularly.
The Litter bin on Lymore Terrace was also full up with Sainsbury bags all around it and we have asked that this is cleared and inspected regularly.
Saturday, 27 November 2010
Door-to-door loan companies in this area
Door-to-door loan companies operate in South West Bath. Sometimes they call on residents and offer loans of money which thave to be repaid at very high interest rates. These loans might seem tempting but can lead to further hardship. For this reason a poster has been made to tell residents ways that they can get alternative financial help from the Citizens Advice Bureau, the Credit Union and Christians against Poverty (CAP).
The Citizens Advice Bureau gives financial advice at First Steps Children's Centre in Twerton on most Tuesdays. Telephone 01225 444791 to book an appointment. The Credit Union lends with far lower interest rates and also has an agent at Southdown Methodist Centre, The Hollow, on Thursdays between 6pm and 7pm. Call 0117 9247309.
Christians against Poverty (CAP) offers a free service for those in debt. An account is set up for you to pay off bills and debts by making one weekly or monthly payment to CAP which is distributed to your creditors. Call 0800 3280006.
To download the poster click here. Feel free to print off and pass on as many copies as you like.
The Citizens Advice Bureau gives financial advice at First Steps Children's Centre in Twerton on most Tuesdays. Telephone 01225 444791 to book an appointment. The Credit Union lends with far lower interest rates and also has an agent at Southdown Methodist Centre, The Hollow, on Thursdays between 6pm and 7pm. Call 0117 9247309.
Christians against Poverty (CAP) offers a free service for those in debt. An account is set up for you to pay off bills and debts by making one weekly or monthly payment to CAP which is distributed to your creditors. Call 0800 3280006.
To download the poster click here. Feel free to print off and pass on as many copies as you like.
Saturday, 27 November 2010
Vernon Park
We have asked that the litter and rubbish that has been allowed to accumulate at Vernon Park is removed as soon as possible.
The current level of litter in this area is not acceptable and we will continue to chase the council until this area is kept clear.
The current level of litter in this area is not acceptable and we will continue to chase the council until this area is kept clear.
Tuesday, 16 November 2010
Parking problem needs to be tackled
We have asked the council to investigate the parking situation at the junction of Victoria Close and Dartmouth Ave.
The problem has gradually got worse since the Bath Spa College opened its music centre on the site of the Linear Way industries site.
Residents have been informing us of difficulties in getting in and out of Victoria Close due to parked cars. So now we have asked for action to be taken to sort this situation out including ensuring that the Police take action against any vehicle causing an obstruction.
The problem has gradually got worse since the Bath Spa College opened its music centre on the site of the Linear Way industries site.
Residents have been informing us of difficulties in getting in and out of Victoria Close due to parked cars. So now we have asked for action to be taken to sort this situation out including ensuring that the Police take action against any vehicle causing an obstruction.
Tuesday, 16 November 2010
Millmead Road Street Lighting
We are still having problems with the street lighting installation at Millmead Road. We have already had several lights shielded to prevent light intrusion into bedrooms and now we have asked for further lights to also be shielded.
We hope that we have now identified all the lights that are causing a problem but if there are further problems then we will ask the council to resolve the issue.
We hope that we have now identified all the lights that are causing a problem but if there are further problems then we will ask the council to resolve the issue.
Monday, 15 November 2010
Slow down
We have asked for speed monitors to be placed on Shophouse Road after receiving complaints about speeding traffic.
We have been told of cars brakes screeching as they approach the traffic island near the park entrance.
We have also asked for an investigation as to how traffic can be slowed down before an accident happens, The Police have also been informed and have been asked to carry out some speed checks in the area.
We have been told of cars brakes screeching as they approach the traffic island near the park entrance.
We have also asked for an investigation as to how traffic can be slowed down before an accident happens, The Police have also been informed and have been asked to carry out some speed checks in the area.
Monday, 15 November 2010
Cycling Routes
Due to the closure of Victoria Bridge to cyclists the route that was planned for cyclists over the destructor bridge is now being used quite heavily. The proposed destructor bridge scheme was delayed because there were some concerns around the recycling depot that the council are trying to resolve.
However, because the Victoria Bridge route is closed, cyclists are using Midland Road. From Lower Bristol Road the road is 2 way up to the bridge but vehicles are not expecting cyclists and visibility is poor because of the number of parked cars. As part of the original proposals the parking on the North and south side of Midland Road south of the bridge are to be restricted. The Traffic regulation order was for this was advertised and no objections were received.
The Council are now now proposing that the parking restrictions are implemented on the south side of Midland Road to improve visibility and safety for cyclists. This will then be monitored to see if there is a need to take out parking on the north side.
The order for this work to take place is being placed and the work should take place shortly. This should make the area much safer for cyclists.
However, because the Victoria Bridge route is closed, cyclists are using Midland Road. From Lower Bristol Road the road is 2 way up to the bridge but vehicles are not expecting cyclists and visibility is poor because of the number of parked cars. As part of the original proposals the parking on the North and south side of Midland Road south of the bridge are to be restricted. The Traffic regulation order was for this was advertised and no objections were received.
The Council are now now proposing that the parking restrictions are implemented on the south side of Midland Road to improve visibility and safety for cyclists. This will then be monitored to see if there is a need to take out parking on the north side.
The order for this work to take place is being placed and the work should take place shortly. This should make the area much safer for cyclists.
Monday, 15 November 2010
Herman Miller Litter Bin
We have asked that the litter bin on the side of the river at Fieldings Road is emptied more often we are concerned that the bin is often overflowing.
The council seem to forget that this bin even exists let alone keep an eye on it we hope that this situation will improve.
The council seem to forget that this bin even exists let alone keep an eye on it we hope that this situation will improve.
Friday, 12 November 2010
Seasonal Podcast from Bath & North East Somerset Council
We have had a listen to this Podcast from Bath & North East Somerset Council and would encourage residents to have a listen
www.bathnes.gov.uk/podcast
The second edition of the Podcast - compiled by Somer Valley 97.5FM and presented by Station Manager Dom Chambers - contains interviews with Andrew Cooper, Bath City Centre Manager about the exciting Christmas Light switch-on and visit of Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Paul Myers, Chairman of Midsomer Norton & Radstock Chamber of Commerce talking about events in the Somer Valley, and Rachel Ward from the Council covering Keynsham and the surrounding areas.
There are also interviews with:
· Craig Jackson from the Council’s Highways Team highlighting how the Council is preparing for a tough winter on the roads;
· Roger Pope from the Council’s Trading Standards Team on how to avoid dodgy goods and scams during Christmas time;
· And the latest news on how to become a sports coach and a local energy champion.
www.bathnes.gov.uk/podcast
The second edition of the Podcast - compiled by Somer Valley 97.5FM and presented by Station Manager Dom Chambers - contains interviews with Andrew Cooper, Bath City Centre Manager about the exciting Christmas Light switch-on and visit of Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Paul Myers, Chairman of Midsomer Norton & Radstock Chamber of Commerce talking about events in the Somer Valley, and Rachel Ward from the Council covering Keynsham and the surrounding areas.
There are also interviews with:
· Craig Jackson from the Council’s Highways Team highlighting how the Council is preparing for a tough winter on the roads;
· Roger Pope from the Council’s Trading Standards Team on how to avoid dodgy goods and scams during Christmas time;
· And the latest news on how to become a sports coach and a local energy champion.
Wednesday, 10 November 2010
Lymore Terrace & Coronation Avenue
After receiving complaints from residents about cars speeding on Lymore Terrace Councillor Sharon Ball has persuaded the council to install road speed detectors near to the build outs to check the speed of cars.
Sharon said " The Council have agreed to monitor the situation after concerns were raised that some car drivers were racing to get past the traffic calming measures before cars came in the other direction, further action will be taken to resolve the issue if needed."
Sharon said " The Council have agreed to monitor the situation after concerns were raised that some car drivers were racing to get past the traffic calming measures before cars came in the other direction, further action will be taken to resolve the issue if needed."
Wednesday, 10 November 2010
Campaign to improve our play areas
Matt Hemsley is calling on B&NES Council to make the Dartmouth Avenue play area a pleasant place for local kids to play.
The play area is now owned and maintained by the council, and they have received a £20k grant for upkeep.
Matt said, “This grant is for long-term upkeep for the play area, but I think the council should spend a portion of it now and tidy up this play area.
At the moment it’s sadly not up to standard, and not used to it’s potential.”
The play area is now owned and maintained by the council, and they have received a £20k grant for upkeep.
Matt said, “This grant is for long-term upkeep for the play area, but I think the council should spend a portion of it now and tidy up this play area.
At the moment it’s sadly not up to standard, and not used to it’s potential.”
Wednesday, 10 November 2010
Quality Streets for all
The following is a campaign that is being run by Sustrans to encourage cycling and walking in our community why not read on and if you agree take some action.
Wouldn’t life be great if the street outside your front door felt like your own space? Somewhere to chat with your neighbours, kick a ball with the kids, get about by foot and bike? Somewhere to give us all a better quality of life - a quality street.
For many of us the street outside our front door has become a place of speeding traffic, rat-running, noise and pollution. It’s a place for others to travel through rather than for communities to claim as their own.
That’s why Sustrans want local councillors to invest more of their local transport budgets to create quality streets. The first step is 20mph speed limits across whole villages, towns and cities. The second is residents being involved in designing their streets for living, playing, and getting out and about more. The result is better quality lives, quality chat and play, and safer more attractive places outside our front doors.
Quality Streets is a campaign to say we want our streets back, and the first step is to slow traffic.
follow the link if you want to make a comment http://www.quality-streets.org.uk/
Wouldn’t life be great if the street outside your front door felt like your own space? Somewhere to chat with your neighbours, kick a ball with the kids, get about by foot and bike? Somewhere to give us all a better quality of life - a quality street.
For many of us the street outside our front door has become a place of speeding traffic, rat-running, noise and pollution. It’s a place for others to travel through rather than for communities to claim as their own.
That’s why Sustrans want local councillors to invest more of their local transport budgets to create quality streets. The first step is 20mph speed limits across whole villages, towns and cities. The second is residents being involved in designing their streets for living, playing, and getting out and about more. The result is better quality lives, quality chat and play, and safer more attractive places outside our front doors.
Quality Streets is a campaign to say we want our streets back, and the first step is to slow traffic.
follow the link if you want to make a comment http://www.quality-streets.org.uk/
Wednesday, 10 November 2010
New Bridge proposed
The applicant is Sustrans Ltd C/o Mr Patrick Tully 2 Cathedral Square College Green Bristol BS1 5DD and the agent is Chris Dent Architect 5 North Avenue Exeter EX1 2DU.
The Council officer dealing with this application is Jonathan Fletcher and the application number is 10/04379/FUL.
If you want to know more about the application or wish to make a comment then please follow the link on th
