The BPMRA AGM will take place at 7pm on the 5th July at St Mary Magdelenes Church Hall, Wilson Street, Millfield. All are welcome.
Regular attendees will be aware that over the last year we have taken on a number of issues and continue to work with and for residents in the three wards. In addition to the parking situation, which was the reason for starting the association, we now tackle a wide range of issues such as anti-social behaviour, fly tipping and fireworks, and provide a friendly forum through which residents can share problems (and solutions) and have easy access to local councillors and council officials.
Wednesday, 29 June 2011
Tuesday, 28 June 2011
Application for another takeaway in Pallion
Residents may be aware that a planning application was recently submitted to the City Council for another new takeaway on Pallion Road. This would take the total to 14 fast food outlets within a very short stretch of road. The original application was withdrawn but has now been resubmitted. Residents in the surrounding streets suffer with noise, parking, litter and rats attracted by the amount of waste generated by this huge number of food outlets.
If anyone wishes to comment on or object to the application you have until Thursday 14th July 2011 to respond:
To see plans and submit comments online then go to http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/online-applications
The Ref to search for is 11/01928/SUB.
Any further complaints need to be sent in ASAP. If you don’t want to do this online please call 0191 561 8764 or send letters to: David Horn, Office of the Chief Executive, PO Box 102, Civic Centre, Sunderland, SR2 7DN.
If anyone wishes to comment on or object to the application you have until Thursday 14th July 2011 to respond:
To see plans and submit comments online then go to http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/online-applications
The Ref to search for is 11/01928/SUB.
Any further complaints need to be sent in ASAP. If you don’t want to do this online please call 0191 561 8764 or send letters to: David Horn, Office of the Chief Executive, PO Box 102, Civic Centre, Sunderland, SR2 7DN.
Monday, 6 June 2011
Agenda for Tomorrows Meeting
Everyone is welcome to the meeting to be held on Tuesday, 7th June 2011 at 7.00 pm in
St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall, Wilson Street, Millfield.
As you can see form the following agenda you'll have the opportunity to put your questions to Bill Blackett, PC Kevin Hood and Jan Wilson. Nomination papers for the election of officials will be available in readiness for next month's AGM.
AGENDA
1. Welcome and Apologies
2. Matters arising from the Minutes
3. The Role of the Area Response Manager with Bill Blackett, Sunderland West
4. Crime/Anti Social Behaviour Reports with PC Kevin Hood and Jan Wilson.
5. St Lukes Terrace Shopping Parade with David Campbell, Green Party Representative
6. Temporary Road Traffic Order – Chester Road/Ormonde St etc.
7. Chairman's Reports
8. Pallion Residents Issues
9. Treasurer's Report
10. Blog/Facebook Reports
11. Any Other Business
12. Date of next meeting
St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall, Wilson Street, Millfield.
As you can see form the following agenda you'll have the opportunity to put your questions to Bill Blackett, PC Kevin Hood and Jan Wilson. Nomination papers for the election of officials will be available in readiness for next month's AGM.
AGENDA
1. Welcome and Apologies
2. Matters arising from the Minutes
3. The Role of the Area Response Manager with Bill Blackett, Sunderland West
4. Crime/Anti Social Behaviour Reports with PC Kevin Hood and Jan Wilson.
5. St Lukes Terrace Shopping Parade with David Campbell, Green Party Representative
6. Temporary Road Traffic Order – Chester Road/Ormonde St etc.
7. Chairman's Reports
8. Pallion Residents Issues
9. Treasurer's Report
10. Blog/Facebook Reports
11. Any Other Business
12. Date of next meeting
Sunday, 5 June 2011
Minutes of May Meeting
Minutes of Meeting held on Tuesday 3rd May 2011 at 7.00 pm
in St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall
Present: M Adamson, S Adamson, D. Campbell, A Clarkson, Cllr P Dixon, A Donkin, J Hickman,
PC K Hood, S Jackson, E Lardner, D Maddison, I McCready, I Murton, G Percival, S Rackstraw, L Ranton, D Rutter, B Smith, A Tumman, K Wilkinson, K Wilson
1. Welcome and Apologies
Apologies were received from P Thomas, S Woodcock and councillors who are campaigning for local elections. (Belated: J Wilson, Anti Social Behaviour Officer).
Susan thanked David Campbell and Cllr Dixon for finding time to attend.
2. Matters arising from the Minutes of the last Meeting
The Minutes were accepted as an accurate record of the meeting held on 5th April 2011.
3. Police Report
PC Hood gave sector-by-sector crime figures for our area for the periods 29 March-26 April and 1 March-28 March 2011, and for 30 March-27 April 2010. He said that the overall crime rate is going down and advised that a local crime map can be found on www.police.uk. In response to requests he'll supply figures for anti-social behaviour for the next meeting.
Some residents questioned why they never see police patrolling their streets, to which PC Hood replied that their area has no Neighbourhood Beat Manager team. Susan reminded the meeting that reporting problems to the police creates hot-spots to which manpower will be allocated, and PC Hood added that anyone making a report can remain anonymous. Kate commented on her recent experience when she'd contacted the police; their response had been positive and she was told she'd done the right thing in contacting them. Cllr Dixon praised the excellent work done by PC Hood and his Millfield team.
Susan's trying to get a member of the police teams for Pallion and Barnes to come along and talk to us. The Pallion PACT meeting is held at 4.00pm, making it difficult for many to attend.
The problem of eggs thrown from passing cars in the area was raised and PC Hood advised it's happening city-wide. Linda gave details of a BT scam which had been brought to her attention and the potential dangers of not locking car doors when going to pay for petrol.
4. Chairman's Reports
Bottle Bank - The Chesters: Susan to supply names of charities which supply recycling bins.
Speeding - St Mark's Road: We've emailed James Newell asking for traffic calming measures; we should have his report for the next meeting. PC Hood said the police plan to carry out an operation in this connection. Cllr Dixon advised that last year a petition had been presented to the Council who declined their request saying there aren't enough accidents to warrant any speeding restrictions.
Potholes- Mount Road: Some resurfacing work has been done and Beryl commented that the road is much improved.
Fly-tipping - Metro line: As client confidentiality prevents Cllr Essl updating us on progress, we've written to Julie Elliott MP for her help in resolving this problem. Cllr Dixon suggested we bring this matter up with next month's guest, Bill Blackett, Area Response Manager for Sunderland West.
Extension of Temporary Traffic Regulation Order 2009 – Chester Rd/Ormonde St etc:
A Public Notice appeared in the Echo last week extending the TRO to 4th November 2011. This TRO prohibits right turns from Chester Rd into Greta Terrace, Ormonde, Brinkburn and Chatsworth Streets, and from Brinkburn and Chatsworth into Chester Rd. We've written to the Chief Executive saying we still strongly object to its implementation on which we weren't consulted, and that residents are upset, aggravated and distressed by it. We've asked for it to be revoked, the traffic returned to the status quo and the crossing from St Gabriel's to Ormonde Street be reinstated for pedestrians. We're awaiting a reply.
Parking Management Scheme - update
We've emailed Ken Heads requesting a date for its implementation and a copy of plans for signage and double yellow lines. Despite being told there'll be no need for yellow lines in back lanes, a plan has been seen which shows them along the rear of Kayll Road and Bexley Street, prohibiting parking all around some homes. A reply is awaited.
State of the streets – Millfield area:
A Facebook message has been received drawing attention to the untidy and dirty appearance of Millfield streets, the unkempt grass around Holly Court, and the goods on the pavements outside second-hand shops. Cllr Dixon advised all issues raised have been addressed.
5. Pallion Residents Issues
The residents reported that problem tenants have moved on. (Extract from Jan Wilson's email, opened following the meeting: "Tenant moved out of the property as of 25.04.2011, we will be inviting the landlord to become a member of the Sunderland City Councils Voluntary Landlords Accreditation Scheme which will enable them to request vetting on future tenants.")
It was felt that landlords should be accountable to other residents for their tenants' behaviour.
PC Hood issued complimentary UV marker pens for members to mark their possessions.
Any Other Business
Street Rubbish Collection: Beryl had phoned the number given by Tony Hall (550 5503) to request clearance of overflow rubbish from a skip in her road and as a result it was quickly removed.
Sunken Road – Abingdon St: A large dip in the road now has white markings around it but no remedial work has been carried out. Cllr Dixon advised that the markings indicate a repair is planned.
Barnes Park Reopening: Planned for 21 May. 14 CCTV cameras will be monitored by the Civic Centre.
Advertising in Community Directories: Linda's getting a quote to advertise our meetings on the Community Notice Board of this publication.
Nomination Papers for Election of Officers: Will be available next month ready for the AGM on 5th July.
Wear Surma Clinic: Ken gave details of a fundraising event for this medical charity.
10. Date of Next Meeting
Tuesday, 7th June 2010 at 7.00 pm in St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall.
The meeting closed at 8.30 pm.
in St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall
Present: M Adamson, S Adamson, D. Campbell, A Clarkson, Cllr P Dixon, A Donkin, J Hickman,
PC K Hood, S Jackson, E Lardner, D Maddison, I McCready, I Murton, G Percival, S Rackstraw, L Ranton, D Rutter, B Smith, A Tumman, K Wilkinson, K Wilson
1. Welcome and Apologies
Apologies were received from P Thomas, S Woodcock and councillors who are campaigning for local elections. (Belated: J Wilson, Anti Social Behaviour Officer).
Susan thanked David Campbell and Cllr Dixon for finding time to attend.
2. Matters arising from the Minutes of the last Meeting
The Minutes were accepted as an accurate record of the meeting held on 5th April 2011.
3. Police Report
PC Hood gave sector-by-sector crime figures for our area for the periods 29 March-26 April and 1 March-28 March 2011, and for 30 March-27 April 2010. He said that the overall crime rate is going down and advised that a local crime map can be found on www.police.uk. In response to requests he'll supply figures for anti-social behaviour for the next meeting.
Some residents questioned why they never see police patrolling their streets, to which PC Hood replied that their area has no Neighbourhood Beat Manager team. Susan reminded the meeting that reporting problems to the police creates hot-spots to which manpower will be allocated, and PC Hood added that anyone making a report can remain anonymous. Kate commented on her recent experience when she'd contacted the police; their response had been positive and she was told she'd done the right thing in contacting them. Cllr Dixon praised the excellent work done by PC Hood and his Millfield team.
Susan's trying to get a member of the police teams for Pallion and Barnes to come along and talk to us. The Pallion PACT meeting is held at 4.00pm, making it difficult for many to attend.
The problem of eggs thrown from passing cars in the area was raised and PC Hood advised it's happening city-wide. Linda gave details of a BT scam which had been brought to her attention and the potential dangers of not locking car doors when going to pay for petrol.
4. Chairman's Reports
Bottle Bank - The Chesters: Susan to supply names of charities which supply recycling bins.
Speeding - St Mark's Road: We've emailed James Newell asking for traffic calming measures; we should have his report for the next meeting. PC Hood said the police plan to carry out an operation in this connection. Cllr Dixon advised that last year a petition had been presented to the Council who declined their request saying there aren't enough accidents to warrant any speeding restrictions.
Potholes- Mount Road: Some resurfacing work has been done and Beryl commented that the road is much improved.
Fly-tipping - Metro line: As client confidentiality prevents Cllr Essl updating us on progress, we've written to Julie Elliott MP for her help in resolving this problem. Cllr Dixon suggested we bring this matter up with next month's guest, Bill Blackett, Area Response Manager for Sunderland West.
Extension of Temporary Traffic Regulation Order 2009 – Chester Rd/Ormonde St etc:
A Public Notice appeared in the Echo last week extending the TRO to 4th November 2011. This TRO prohibits right turns from Chester Rd into Greta Terrace, Ormonde, Brinkburn and Chatsworth Streets, and from Brinkburn and Chatsworth into Chester Rd. We've written to the Chief Executive saying we still strongly object to its implementation on which we weren't consulted, and that residents are upset, aggravated and distressed by it. We've asked for it to be revoked, the traffic returned to the status quo and the crossing from St Gabriel's to Ormonde Street be reinstated for pedestrians. We're awaiting a reply.
Parking Management Scheme - update
We've emailed Ken Heads requesting a date for its implementation and a copy of plans for signage and double yellow lines. Despite being told there'll be no need for yellow lines in back lanes, a plan has been seen which shows them along the rear of Kayll Road and Bexley Street, prohibiting parking all around some homes. A reply is awaited.
State of the streets – Millfield area:
A Facebook message has been received drawing attention to the untidy and dirty appearance of Millfield streets, the unkempt grass around Holly Court, and the goods on the pavements outside second-hand shops. Cllr Dixon advised all issues raised have been addressed.
5. Pallion Residents Issues
The residents reported that problem tenants have moved on. (Extract from Jan Wilson's email, opened following the meeting: "Tenant moved out of the property as of 25.04.2011, we will be inviting the landlord to become a member of the Sunderland City Councils Voluntary Landlords Accreditation Scheme which will enable them to request vetting on future tenants.")
It was felt that landlords should be accountable to other residents for their tenants' behaviour.
PC Hood issued complimentary UV marker pens for members to mark their possessions.
Any Other Business
Street Rubbish Collection: Beryl had phoned the number given by Tony Hall (550 5503) to request clearance of overflow rubbish from a skip in her road and as a result it was quickly removed.
Sunken Road – Abingdon St: A large dip in the road now has white markings around it but no remedial work has been carried out. Cllr Dixon advised that the markings indicate a repair is planned.
Barnes Park Reopening: Planned for 21 May. 14 CCTV cameras will be monitored by the Civic Centre.
Advertising in Community Directories: Linda's getting a quote to advertise our meetings on the Community Notice Board of this publication.
Nomination Papers for Election of Officers: Will be available next month ready for the AGM on 5th July.
Wear Surma Clinic: Ken gave details of a fundraising event for this medical charity.
10. Date of Next Meeting
Tuesday, 7th June 2010 at 7.00 pm in St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall.
The meeting closed at 8.30 pm.
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