Residents' Update:
Sunday 5th March 2017
Dear All,
This week’s update includes:-
UK City of Culture Bid; Bins Behind the Shops on Quinton Park; Fly-tipping on Abbey Road; Whitley Residents Meeting; Car Sales on Benedictine Road; Whitley Common Landscaping Petition; Cheylesmore Library Volunteers; Boundary Markers Near Tollbar Island; 2017 to 2018 Road Maintenance Programme; Upcoming Works in our Area; Request to Remove Escalator in Upper Precinct; Dog Fouling; Tollbar End Road Closures; International Women’s Day; "Box of Tricks"; Helping Hand at Home; Dementia ‘Pop-up’ Clinics; Support for Families with a Disabled Child; Double Penalties for Motorists Using Mobiles; Tandem Pilots Wanted; Business Skills Set to Develop; HS2 Bulletin; CovTory App; Cycle Coventry News; Scams & Recalls; Diary; Useful Links. And Finally ..
UK City of Culture Bid 2021
The government has formally announced the list of cities bidding to be UK City of Culture 2021. They are Coventry, Hereford, Paisley, Perth, Portsmouth, St Davids, Stoke, Sunderland, Swansea, Warrington and Wells.
Shortlisting takes place in May/June with the final decision in December on who is UK City of Culture 2021.
The organisers behind the Bid are calling on Coventry people to start spreading the word with their own Facebook, Twitter and Instagram posts.
The aim is to get
#ThisisCoventry trending.
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Bins Behind the Shops on Quinton Park
As reported last week, all the small bins have been replaced by 4 larger bins, but there are still problems:
- wrong waste is being put into the recycling bins so the bins are not being emptied
- rubbish being put into bins by non-residents and a small number of shopkeepers
Roger continues to work with officers to resolve these issues & on 1st March received this response from Layla Shannon, Senior Waste Management Officer:
Cllr Bailey,
The recycling crew reported the recycling bin as containing food and black bag waste on Tuesday and tagged the bin.
I have made arrangements for it to be emptied tomorrow and asked for the crew to keep me informed of the contents at the next scheduled collection.
My colleagues in enforcement will hopefully visit the shops using the bins over the next week and I will arrange for further information about what can go into the recycling to be delivered to residents.
Fly-tipping on Abbey Road
Roger was notified of a large smashed TV screen having been dumped on Abbey Road close to the entrance of the Academy.
Response received from Samantha Morris, Interim Area Manager (Streetpride South) on 3/3/2017:
Good Morning Cllr Bailey
This will be collected today.
Whitley Residents Meeting 8th March
From Lindsey Bailey, Chairman of the Whitley Residents & Neighbourhood Watch association (WR&NWA)
The next meeting of the WR&NWA is on Wednesday 8th March at Whitley Community Centre, starting at 7pm.
The agenda will include the following:-
- The Whitley Road and Traffic petition update.
- The Tiverton School progress report
- The Presentation of THE WHITLEY TRIANGLE Traffic Management and Impact Report report which now includes all issues raised at the February meeting.
- The Abbey Road Jetty repair proposals.
- Items from last meeting - Asda Trolleys, Dog Fowling, Increased parking in Abbey Road by Virgin Centre users, future reporting via social media sources.
If you live in Whitley and haven’t had an opportunity to sign the petition yet then please do so
before Wednesday by either visiting Whitley News (Bargain Booze) shop - before 5pm today (5th) or contacting Doug via ‘Whitley Nextdoor’ or emailing us at
cheylesmore.ward@gmail.com and we’ll pass on your details.
Car Sales on Benedictine Road
In our
5th February update we stated that cars were being parked on Benedictine Road with forecourt price displays inside the car.
On 2nd March, Roger received this response from Paul Perry, Planning Enforcement Officer:
Dear Councillor Bailey,
Further to your enquiry, All the cars that were being offered for sale have been removed and the operator is now aware that this cannot take place.
Recent monitoring has shown that this is now the situation and so the enquiry will now be closed.
Please contact me again if you have any questions or if the car sales recommences.
Whitley Common Landscaping Petition
Roger has sponsored the petition that Hazel Hill, Neighbourhood Watch Coordinator, raised asking that Coventry Council to complete the promised landscaping of the part of Whitley Common next to the Leaf Lane slip Road and JLR bridge over the A444, as the work has now been outstanding for 16 months.
You can sign the petition
here
Cheylesmore Library Volunteers
Last week’s volunteers’ meeting was again well attended and productive.
The cabinet meeting on 7th March, at 2pm at the Council House, will consider the recommendations of the Connecting Communities Phase 2 project which concerns libraries & other services. The Connecting Communities document can be
viewed here. Anyone may attend the meeting but not participate.
Extract from this document with respect to Cheylesmore Library:
3. Approve the implementation of the proposals detailed in Appendix B:-
vii) To work with community groups to enable the transition of Cheylesmore, Earlsdon and Finham libraries to become community-led by September 2017.
4. Approve the following recommendations for the Transition Fund:
i) The award of up to £20k to Cheylesmore Community Association limited to enable the transition to become a community-led library service.
The money from the Transition Fund would be used to 'open up' the library into the community centre.
If you are interested in volunteering then please email:
cheylesmore.ward@gmail.com.
The more volunteers that we have then the longer the library opening hours can be.
Boundary Markers Near Tollbar Island
Roger is currently in contact with GallifordTry, with support from Coventry City Council, in a search for the two boundary marker posts which were removed for safe keeping whilst work took place around Tollbar Island. Several residents have asked about them and we will keep residents informed of progress.
2017 to 2018 Road Maintenance Programme
During the cabinet meeting on Tuesday, the report on next year’s Transportation and Highway Maintenance Capital Programme will be heard. Roger has been pushing for several roads to have work done and can confirm the following are on the list for the next financial year:
- Montalt Road for carriageway resurfacing
- Gregory Hood Road for carriageway surface dressing
- Exminster Road for a plane and patch scheme
- Seymour Close for a plane and patch scheme
- Warwick Road for a plane and patch scheme
As regards safety schemes, the speed awareness measures for London Road, have now been put on the programme for the new financial year, being carried forward from this financial year.
Further investigations are to be carried out for possible scheme covering Warwick Road, Kenilworth Road and Leamington Road.
Upcoming Works or Road Closures in our Area
Cecily Road (jct of Daventry Road), until 17th March – Road closure. Reason - Install Cable Duct by BT
Daventry Road (jct of Park Paling), 5th March - 4 way signals. Reason Replace broken Manhole cover by STW.
Request to Remove Escalator in Upper Precinct
Roger supported a petition raised by Alan Denyer, asking for all stakeholders to look at ways of removing the escalator from the middle of the upper precinct and restoring the original 1950's design of the shopping area. At the same time, also explore ways of replacing the access for all, into the upper shopping area.
The petition will be heard on Wednesday at 2pm at a cabinet meeting in the Council House which Roger will attend.
Dog Fouling in Public Places
A resident recently asked for advice about dog fouling.
The easiest approach is to visit the
Council Website and supply the following information:
- The day, date, location and time that the incident occurred
- A description of the person in charge of the dog at the time the incident occurred
- A description of the dog that they were walking
- If they arrived in a vehicle a description of the vehicle
- How far away you were when the incident occurred
- What kind of view you had
A45/A46 Tollbar End Improvement Scheme Road Closures
From Alan Jones, Galliford Try
There are no road closures planned for the next two weeks.
- Monday 6th March (8pm to 6am) – A46 Kenilworth Bypass Northbound – lane closures
International Women’s Day 11th March
For more information contact Sonia Mattu on 07984 562 727 or Sonia.mattu@coventry.gov.uk
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Double Penalties for Motorists Using Mobiles
From 1st March, new legislation means anyone caught driving while using a mobile phone will receive six penalty points and a £200 fine.
The changes also mean offending drivers will no longer be offered the opportunity to complete the National Driver Offender Retraining Scheme (NDORS) training course as an alternative to receiving points on their licence.
New drivers, who have passed their tests within the past two years, are now at risk of having their licence revoked following their first offence.
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Business Skills Set to Develop Thanks to Funding Boost
Local companies are set to benefit from over £1million worth of supported skills training thanks to a grant from the European Social Fund.
Over the next three years, more than 1,700 people are set to benefit from the project by gaining accredited qualifications according to the skills needs of the local economy.
To be eligible, companies must employ no more than 250 people, have a registered address in the Coventry and Warwickshire area and be registered as a company working in the advanced manufacturing and engineering sector or service sector industries such as health and social work and transportation and storage.
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Royal Assent was granted for the HS2 Bill on February 23, 2017. Following Royal Assent, the Bill is now an Act of Parliament and will provide HS2 Ltd with the powers to construct, operate and maintain Phase One of HS2.
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CovTory App
The key features of the Coventry Conservative App are:
- City Councillors – Find out who your ward councillors are and connect with them directly by phone, email or even social media through the app.
- Report a Problem – Upload images, give the location and send any issues directly to your ward councillor via your mobile in real time.
- News – Receive local and national news direct to your phone. You can choose the news you want to see.
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Here is the Android link.
Here is the Apple iTunes link
Cycle Coventry News and Events - March
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Notes from the Editor
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Dates for your Diary
Every Monday 12.15 to 1.30 (term time only) - lunch at Cheylesmore community centre prepared by adults with learning difficulties as part of their Adult Education learning programme.
See the menu
Every Wednesday 12:30-3:00 – lunch at Christ Church (7 Frankpledge Road). Two course meal for £4.00. Transport available for £2.00. Advance booking required by calling the Church Office at: 024 7650 2770 or via:
http://christchurchcov.net/.
Tuesday, 7th March, 2pm, Cabinet Meeting for Education and Skills. One of the topics on the agenda will be the results of libraries consultation. View document
here
Tuesday 7th March at 7pm - the Whitley Local History Group will be having a talk by Larry Watson entitled "my town, my life". The group meet on the first Tuesday of the month at the Ibis Coventry South Hotel in Abbey Road.
Wednesday 8th March, 7pm - Whitley Residents’ meeting at Whitley Community Centre
Saturdays 18th March 1.30pm - 4pm Knit & Crochet Group at Cheylesmore Library
Everyone is welcome, no experience is required as basic tuition can be given and supplies are available.
Friday 24th March 2pm to 4pm - Cheylesmore Good Neighbours will be having a talk from Arthur Le Grand entitled “moments in my RAF service”
Sunday 11th June, 11am - 5pm -Styvechale Open Gardens in aid of Coventry Myton Hospice
And Finally ..... View
32 reasons why 'Coventry's a post-war concrete jungle' is untrue
Useful Links and Phone Numbers
Adult Social Care Online Help
Age UK Coventry - Trusted Traders Scheme
Blood test locations to download a document listing the locations
Cheylesmore Parking Scheme Email:
parkingenforcement@coventry.gov.uk
Change Registration number on Virtual Pass
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
Local Neighbourhood Police Team
Noise Nuisance
Refuse Collection Information
Report Problematic Drinking to the Council
Report Fly Tipping
Report Graffiti
Report a Missed Bin
Report a Pothole
Report a Street Light Fault
Report Untaxed and Abandoned Vehicles
Road Works
Samaritans
Scams & Warnings
School Closures
Which Consumer Rights -
https://www.which.co.uk/consumer-rights/l/internet-scams
Cyber Streetwise -
https://www.cyberstreetwise.com/
Action Fraud -
http://www.actionfraud.police.uk/report-a-fraud/how-to-report-a-fraud
Parking Enforcement phone numbers
Misuse of a visitor pass - 024 7683 4367
Not sure a car has a permit 024 7683 4367
Change registration number on virtual pass - 0345 520 7007
Buy a new permit virtual & paper - 0345 520 7007
Query the status of a PCN (Penalty Charge Notices) - 024 7683 3400
Coventry Council Customer Services
Open 9am - 5pm Mon to Fri (excl bank holidays)
Email: customer.services@coventry.gov.uk
Tel: 0500 834 333 Mobile friendly 024 7683 4333
Visit: www.coventry.gov.uk/myaccount
Emergency out-of-hours 024 7683 2222 (evening 6pm - 3am & weekend 10am - 3am)
Roger’s secretary - 024 7683 1101
