Residents' Update:
Sunday 22nd May 2016
Dear All,
This week’s update includes:-
Happy Event on Quinton Pools; New Refuse Bin Labels; London Road/ A444 Roundabout Markings; Ant Problem; Styvechale and District Residents’ Association; Japanese Knotweed in the London Road Cemetery; Tollbar Improvement Scheme Road Closure; Upcoming Works in our Area; Bath, Book, Bed; Golf for You; National Bookstart Week; Media Training; Dance Classes; EU Referendum; Reading Volunteers for Summer Challenge; Get into Customer Services; Struggle - Absolute Theatre; Taste of the bazaar comes to Coventry; Beware of Free Boiler Leaflet; Bogus Barclays Bank Text; Product Recalls; More Young People Finding Education, Employment or Training; Diary; Useful Links. And Finally …
Happy Event on Quinton Pools
We’re pleased to report that, for the third year running, our swans are proud parents again. This time they have six cygnets! In recent weeks, residents will have seen the mother swan sitting on her nest on the island. Thankfully the Council now realise that putting a bale of straw onto the island really does encourage the swans to nest there, in safety.
New Refuse Bin Labels
Several residents have queried last week’s item concerning the Bin Labels.
Here is a response from Ms Layla Shannon, Senior Waste Management Officer
We have a page on the website http://www.coventry.gov.uk/bintags which aims to answer common questions related to the new bin tags.
With regards to a bin that is too heavy, this is determined by whether it is suitable to be used by the lifting equipment on the rear of the vehicle.
London Road/ A444 Roundabout Markings
Traffic Management are proposing to refresh the road markings at the London Road/A444 roundabout and at the same time will be making some changes to the lining.
See the diagram of the proposed road markings.
Work on Tiverton School Starting Late Summer
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Styvechale and District Residents’ Association
Roger was invited to the AGM of the Styvechale and District Residents' Association, which covers both Styvechale and a part of Cheylesmore. He had the opportunity to talk to a number of local people.
The association continues to support local residents in a variety of ways and is the main supporter of the yearly Styvechale Open Gardens event held each June. The evening concluded with a talk by David Fry on local history and Roger was fascinated by the 1930s photos of Cheylesmore.
A45/A46 Tollbar Improvement Scheme Road Closure:
From Alan Jones, Galliford Try
I am writing to advise you of overnight road closures that have been re-scheduled for the A45/A46 Tollbar Improvement scheme. These closures are required to ensure the safety of the travelling public whilst carrying out these works.
A45 Stonebridge Highway
The A45 Stonebridge Highway westbound will be closed between Stivichall junction and Tollbar roundabout:
- 2 nights from 23 – 24 May from 8pm until 6am the following morning.
Diversion map and route
The A45 Stonebridge Highway eastbound will be closed between Stivichall junction and Tollbar roundabout:
- 2 nights from 25 – 26 May from 8pm until 6am the following morning.
Diversion map and route
Both road closures are needed to allow for the pressure cleansing of the road drainage and to carry out surveys of this drainage.
The closures will be published on the Highways England website and the diversion routes will be clearly signed. The planned closures may be cancelled or extended in the event of inclement weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.
If you require further information please contact the Highways England project team at A45A46TollbarEndImprovement@highwaysengland.co.uk or visit www.highways.gov.uk/a45a46tollbar
Japanese Knotweed in the London Road Cemetery (LRC)
Last week, at the London Road Cemetery tidy-up day, Pauline (the editor) was introduced to Japanese Knotweed.
Derek, the LRC tree expert explained that
- The plant isn’t poisonous. They actually eat it in Japan.
- It originally came from the volcanic rocks in Japan so can grow anywhere
- Its roots are up to 10 feet long & can crack foundations
- The tiniest fragment of the plant will propagate another plant
- It’s one of our most invasive plant species
- Plant fragments are transported by rivers & railway lines, hence the plant being in the cemetery
- Soil or compost containing Japanese Knotweed will spread the plant
- The plant is very difficult to kill
We were asked not to touch the plant as the Council had been informed & would be treating it shortly. Also Derek didn’t want us contaminating the waste piles.
Over 15 people helped at LRC last week ranging in age from 8 up to 80. We continued to clear the laurel & elder and had much to show for our efforts.
Upcoming Works in our Area
Castle Close Pavements (Poitiers Rd to outside 30) – 20th May to 3rd June - Reconstructing the pavements with tarmac.
London Road (Jct Daventry Road) – 15th to 22nd May - Lane Closure with Cones and Signs (off-peak time only i.e. 09:30 -15:30). Reason Access to telephone mast.
Mile Lane (outside 15 – 17) – 26th to 27th May (11pm – 5am) - 2 way traffic lights cones and signs. Reason Street lighting replacements.
Queen Isobels Avenue (various locations) Sundays 12th & 19th June – Road Closure. Reason Plane & Patch.
Cecily Road (Full length) – 24th June - Road Closure. Reason Plane & Patch.
Foresters Road (Full length) – 29th to 30th June - Road Closure. Reason Plane & Patch.
Ant Problem
A resident asked if the Council could help with an ant problem.
This is the reply from Julie Gallagher, Pest Control / Animal Welfare Officer
The pest control section can treat ants but only ones that are inside, we do not treat ants in the garden.
If a resident has ants in the house they can call Coventry Direct to arrange for an officer to visit.
The charge for this service is £75.00 or if the resident is in receipt of benefits it will be £37.50.
Bath, Book, Bed
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Golf for You
National Bookstart Week
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Media Training
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Dance Classes - Age UK
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EU Referendum
Please note that you need to be on the electoral register by 7 June to be able to vote in the EU Referendum on 23 June. There is more information
here.
- If you’re not on the register or have moved house and need to update your address, go to www.gov.uk/registertovote. Registering takes 5 minutes. You will need your National Insurance (NI) Number. To be able to vote in the EU referendum, you must register before 7th June.
- If you don’t know your NI number, you can find it on your payslip, P60, or letters about tax, pensions and benefits or visit www.gov.uk/lostnationalinsurancenumber to find out. If you don’t have one, you can use your passport or driving licence to prove your identity
- If you’re already registered to vote in elections, you don’t need to re-register. To check if you’re registered, contact the Elections Office by email electoral.services@coventry.gov.uk or call 024 7683 3034
- Anyone over 18 who is a British or Commonwealth citizen can register and vote in the EU referendum.
- British citizens living overseas can also vote in the EU Referendum.
- EU citizens in the UK cannot vote in the EU Referendum.
Reading Volunteers for Summer Challenge
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Get into Customer Services
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Taste of the bazaar comes to Coventry
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Struggle - Absolute Theatre
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Beware of Free Boiler Leaflet
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Bogus Barclays Bank Text
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More Young People Finding Education, Employment or Training
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Our Website
Our Website address is
www.cheylesmoreward.wix.com/teamcheylesmore. It contains our previous updates, parking scheme information & notices. It's best viewed on a laptop or PC.
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Dates for your Diary
Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th June - Coventry MotoFest 2016.
More details here
Tuesday 7th June - 11.00am-12.30pm. Awaken the Arts at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum. The session will look at Grayson Perry's tapestries in his exhibition. Sessions cost £5 per person Places are limited.
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Tuesday 7th June – 7pm – Whitley History Group. Fran & Dave Twyman will be giving a talk on “'Historical Aspects of the Local Canals”, at ibis Hotel, Whitley Village. All welcome
Wednesday 8th June – 7pm - Whitley Residents & Neighbourhood Watch Association Meeting at the Whitley Community Centre.
Saturday 11th June - War Memorial Park - Grin and Bear it Obstacle Course for children from 6 to 10 years of age doing a 2.5k course, in aid of Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice.
More details here.
Sunday 12th June - London Road Cemetery tidy-up day. Meet at the Paxton Memorial at 10am. Click
here for the Friends of London Road Cemetery website.
Sunday 12th June War - Memorial Park - Grin and Bear it Obstacle Course for 11 year olds upwards to adults doing a 5k course, in aid of Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice.
More details here.
Thursday 16th June - Aviva Women Cycle Event. Stage 2 passes through Coventry.
More details here
Saturday 18th June - Sowe Valley Whitley Grove Woods Group tidy-up day. Meet at the end of the tarmac "road" on Folly Lane playing field near the entrance to the wood at 10am. They can provide bags, gloves and litter pickers. For more information email
juderobins@hotmail.com or phone 02476 304341
Sunday 26th June 2016 11am - 5pm Styvechale Open Gardens in aid of Local Air Ambulance Service.
Tuesday 5th July- 11.00am-12.30pm. Awaken the Arts at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum. The session will look at some of the highlights from the collection including works by Stanley Spencer, David Bomberg, Joan Eardly and L.S.Lowry.. Sessions cost £5 per person Places are limited.
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And Finally
Ten things to do at Warwick Arts Centre in May half term, including Dinosaur Zoo.
Useful Links and Phone Numbers.
Age UK Coventry - Trusted Traders Scheme
Blood test locations to download a document listing the locations
Cheylesmore Parking Scheme Email:
parkingenforcement@coventry.gov.uk
Check if a Vehicle is Taxed
Check the MOT history of a vehicle
Community Activity Directory
Coventry Independent Advice Service
Crime Rates in the area
Disposal of Large or Bulky items
Dropped Kerb Information
European Health Insurance Card
General Online Safety Tips & Advice
Government Services
Noise Nuisance
Refuse Collection Information
Report Fly Tipping
Report Graffiti
Report a Missed Bin
Report a Pothole
Report a Street Light Fault
Reporting Untaxed and Abandoned Vehicles
Road Works
Scams & Warnings
School Closures
Parking Enforcement phone numbers
Misuse of a visitor pass - 024 7683 4367
Not sure a car has a permit 024 7683 4367
Change virtual visitors pass registration number - 0345 520 7007
Buy a new permit virtual & paper - 0345 520 7007
Query the status of a PCN (Penalty Charge Notices) - 024 7683 3400
Roger secretary - 024 7683 1101
