Residents' Update:
Sunday 14th August 2016
Dear All,
This week’s update includes:-
Robbery in Daventry Road; Thefts from Vehicles in Whitley; Accident at Leaf Lane/ Exminster Road Junction; Walk & Talk at London Road Cemetery; “Have More in Cheylesmore” Update; Cheylesmore Library - Volunteers Required; Quad and Scrambler Bikes - Police Contact; Upcoming Works in our Area; Tollbar End Improvement; Plan for New Landlord Licence for Renting Private Properties; Suggest a Topic for Scrutiny; Coventry Irish Society; See Me, Hear Me; Positive Youth Foundation; Scams; Recall; Diary; Useful Links. And Finally ..
Robbery in Daventry Road on 12th July
Coventry Police officers have
released CCTV footage on their Facebook page and are appealing for information following burglaries in Coventry on 12 July.
Two men approached a property in Daventry Road, rang the bell and looked through the windows before breaking in sometime between 4 and 4.30pm. A number of electrical items and pieces of jewellery were stolen during the raid.
If you have any information then please contact Detective Constable Ruth Morris at Willenhall police station on 101 or email contactus@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk
Alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Thefts from Vehicles in Whitley on Thursday 11th August
Residents in Whitley have been posting on their facebook page about thefts of tools & satnavs from vehicles parked on Burnham Road & Rutherglen Avenue.
Accident at Leaf Lane/ Exminster Road Junction
A resident sent this
Dear Cllr Bailey,
As we well know this is a dangerous junction due to the weeds that obscure vision. However, the council did cut back the hedges and strim the weeds a few weeks ago, however weeds being what they are they have started to grow back again.
This morning, I noticed that there has been an accident at this junction, whereby a car travelling along Leaf Lane has had to swerve to miss a car exiting Exminster Road. The damage to the crash barrier and trees is considerable so I assume the car was also travelling in excess of the speed limit. (Sadly I do not know the condition of the driver, but hoping all is well).
We desperately need some sort of speed restricting measure as soon as possible, as cars do hurtle along Leaf Lane, also heavy goods vehicles too. Often there are people who park between the posts, causing their vehicle to be half obstructing the lane which cause immense problems too.
I realise that this may not be top priority, but if people are as risk then it becomes higher.
Here is Roger’s response
Speed and parking between the posts are two main issues on Leaf lane, as is keeping the corners free of growth for good vision. All three are my priority and I am doing all I can to deal with them, but it does take time I am afraid and money, which hopefully might be made available in the future.
Roger is awaiting a reply from the highways inspector with respect to the damaged vertical slabs and the crash barrier.
Walk & Talk at London Road Cemetery
“Have More in Cheylesmore” Update
On 18th July 2015 the event “Have More in Cheylesmore” took place. Local groups gave a 3 minute pitch for money for their project. The money was from the remaining Asda 106 fund which had to be spent to benefit the community, within a mile radius of their Daventry Rd store.
The assembled residents voted on all the bids and those receiving the highest votes were granted the money for their project.
The Black Sun Karate Club at the Cheylesmore Community Centre was one of the successful groups and they purchased safety mats, as used in competitions. The Cheylesmore Community Centre was awarded money to install mirrors in their main room plus the sports hall.
A mother from the Karate club informed us that as a result of the mirrors and mats her son has greatly improved his style and has been selected to represent England in Luxembourg & Belgium later in the year.
Cheylesmore Library - Volunteers Required
There are now 8 residents who have expressed an interest in volunteering at Cheylesmore Library, to help keep it open. Pauline is in the process of organising a meeting with the volunteers.
Under draft proposals, Cheylesmore Library can now only stay open if run by volunteers from May 2017.
Roger and his fellow councillors are working with Cheylesmore Community Centre to try to keep it open.
If you are interested in volunteering to help run the library then please contact the
Community Centre or email cheylesmore.ward@gmail.com.
Quad and Scrambler Bikes - Police Contact
Our local PCSO has informed us that John Steed is the officer specifically assigned to deal with the problem of Quad and Scrambler Bikes in the city.
His contact details are
j.steed@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk or call 101 and ask for your information to be passed to John Steed 31065.
Upcoming Works in our Area
London Road (from Allard Way to Stonehouse Lane) – until 4th September - Lane closure and weekend at junctions. Reason Excavate and lay ducting for 11kv cable
Daventry Road (near Ulverscroft Rd) – until 17th August - 4 Way Temporary Traffic Lights with Cones and Signs. Reason Large Diameter Gas main replacement
A45/A46 Tollbar End Improvement
Sunday 14th August (8pm to 6am)
- A46 Coventry Eastern Bypass Southbound – ROAD CLOSURE
- A45 London Road Eastbound- Lane closures
- A45 London Road Westbound- Lane closures
- Tollbar Roundabout – Lane closure
Monday 15th August (8pm to 6am)
- A45 Stonebridge Highway Eastbound – ROAD CLOSURE
- Tollbar Roundabout – Lane closure
- B4110 London Road – Lane closure
- A46 Coventry Eastern Bypass Southbound – Lane closure
- Siskin Drive - Lane closure
- Rowley Road – Lane closure
Wednesday 17th to Friday 19th August (8pm to 6am only)
- A46 Coventry Eastern Bypass Southbound – ROAD CLOSURE
- A45 London Road Eastbound- Lane closures
- A45 London Road Westbound- Lane closures
- Tollbar Roundabout – Lane closure
Plan for New Landlord Licence for Renting Private Properties
St Michael’s Ward residents could be the first community in the city to benefit from a new scheme that is aiming to improve standards of privately rented accommodation and reduce anti-social behaviour.
Coventry City Council is getting in touch with tenants in Hillfields and adjacent neighbourhoods asking them whether they would favour a selective licensing scheme in their area.
It would mean that properties are more effectively managed. Landlords would be expected to ensure that gas, carbon monoxide, electrical, furnishing and fire safety measures are provided and kept in proper working order.
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Coventry City Council Ask Residents to Suggest a Topic for Scrutiny
Do you know of an issue which you think Coventry's scrutiny committees should look into?
There are no hard and fast rules about what makes a good topic for committee to investigate, but there is one thing you should bear in mind; only issues that Coventry residents are concerned about will be considered, particularly if the issue affects the whole city.
If your issue only relates to a small area of the city, it may be better to discuss it with your ward councillors.
If your issue relates to a
current concern about a particular service you can tell us online.
If your issue is a complaint about the way a service has been delivered, please use
our complaints process.
If you know your issue affects the whole of Coventry and you want your elected representatives to investigate it in a public meeting, please let us know using
this form.
Coventry Irish Society
Read more
See Me, Hear Me
Child sexual exploitation (CSE) is a form of sexual abuse and it is against the law. It involves perpetrators grooming their victims in various ways, such as in person, via mobiles or online to gain their trust before emotionally and sexually abusing them for their own gain.
There are many reasons why young people may not tell anyone they are being sexually exploited:
- they often do not recognise themselves as victims because of the grooming and manipulation they have experienced
- they are often threatened with violence or physically hurt to maintain their silence
- they are worried that they won’t be believed, or don’t know how to start to talk about what is happening to them
Child sexual exploitation is a hidden crime that can affect any child, any time regardless of their gender, home life, religion or ethnic background.
Offenders are not just adult males. Women can also commit acts of sexual exploitation, as can other children. It is important that we all know the signs to look out for and how to report concerns, so that together we can prevent CSE.
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Positive Youth Foundation
The Positive Youth Foundation provides opportunities for young people to reach their full potential. Our grass-roots research and delivery enables us to support young people and advocate on behalf of the youth and community sector.
We work with like-minded organisations to help build capacity and resource.
Our strap-line says it all…. we work with young people, taking them beyond engagement and towards positive lifestyle choices.
We aim to raise aspirations – so we use sport, leisure, creative education, mentoring and cultural programmes to work with young people and partners who are most in need of our support.
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Dates for your Diary
'Summer of skill-sharing' – visit their website for details -
www.WeLearnLocal.co.uk. It is a Coventry website to help more people get engaged in learning and skill-sharing.
Until 21st August - Millennium Place - Coventry FanZone will show live coverage of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
Timetable of Events
Sunday 14th August 2pm to 3.30pm - Bands in the Park - The Coventry Consortium Big Band will be performing near to the Visitors Centre in the War Memorial Park. Free event. Visit
their website for more events
Friday 19th August 9am to 3pm The monthly Farmers Market is in Broadgate with the usual fresh local produce and takeaway. The market takes place on each third Friday of the month.
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Sunday 21st August 2pm to 3.30pm - Bands in the Park - The Bedworth Concert Band will be performing in Holbrooks Park. Free event. Visit
their website for more events
Sunday 28th August at 2pm – Walk & Talk around London Road cemetery. Meet at the Paxton memorial at 2pm
Family fun activities at Coombe Country Park
Activities are taking place this summer for all ages. Call on 024 7645 3720 to make a booking.
- Birds of Prey Display - Every Friday until 2 September
- Shelter Building - 23 August
- Fire Lighting - 23 August
- Fresh Water Critters - 24 August
Sunday 4th September - London Road Cemetery tidy-up to prepare for the Heritage Open days. Meet at the Paxton Memorial at 10am. Click
here for the Friends of London Road Cemetery website.
Thursday 8th September from 11am to 12noon - Cuppa with a Copper at the Cheylesmore Community Centre
Thursday 8th to Sunday 11th September - Coventry's Heritage Open Days. View the venues taking part
here
And Finally 8 Animal Misconceptions by CGP Grey
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’s secretary - 024 7683 1101
