All are welcome to join our next meeting, the agenda is posted below.
Scroll down for minutes of the October meeting.
Meeting to be held on Tuesday, 1st November 2011 at 7.00 pm in
St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall, Wilson Street, Millfield
AGENDA
1. Welcome and Apologies
2. Matters arising from the Minutes
Barnes area Potholes and Traffic; Shackleton House; Planning Sub-Committee
3. Crime/Anti Social Behaviour Reports
4. Parking Management Scheme – Hospital Area
5. Waste and Recycling Collections – presentation of residents' feedback
6. Treasurer's Report
7. Blog/Facebook Reports
8. Any Other Business
9. Date of next meeting
Sunday, 30 October 2011
Minutes of October meeting
Minutes of the Meeting held on Tuesday 4th October 2011 at 7.00 pm
in St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall
1. Welcome: Susan welcomed those attending for the first time.
2. Matters arising from the Minutes
Abingdon/Barnard Streets - Potholes and Traffic: A resident reported that these roads are in a terrible state and traffic is racing along them. Doubts were expressed as to whether reinstating the right turn at Ormonde Street would reduce the volume of traffic. Cllr Essl advised there are plans to make this area a 20 mph zone with speed humps in Ewesley Road, Mount Road opposite the school, Colchester Terrace and back lanes in order to stop them being used as a rat-run. Again, residents doubted whether speed humps would work. As HGVs are using these streets to get to Cleveland Road shops, sometimes causing an obstruction, any remedial work to the potholes is soon undone.
As we feel the state of the roads is largely a result of the prohibited right turn at Ormonde Street, we'll write to the Chief Executive asking if Abingdon/Barnard Street can be reinstated to the standard they were before. We'll also write to the retailers requesting they ask the HGV drivers not to use the narrow side streets.
Shackleton House: Linda is still in correspondence with Julie Elliott MP. We're asking who owns the property and what the owner intends to do with it. It is believed that HMRC hold the leasehold until 2014/15 under a contract with Mapeley based in Guernsey. Linda will email Graham March, PA to Julie Elliott.
Newsletter: We've circulated 2000 copies. Anne volunteered to deliver copies to Pallion residents.
Committee/Cabinet Decision-making: A detailed response is awaited to our letter to the Chief Executive expressing our dissatisfaction with the way the planning decision was made regarding the café on St Luke's Terrace. We will also write to complain about the way the Cabinet dealt with the agreement to sell the Council-owned building on St Marks Road. On both occasions we felt the outcomes were 'done deals'.
3. Crime/Anti-Social Behaviour Reports
David Lynn was unable to attend but asked anyone wanting to talk to him to ring him on 561 7886. A Pallion resident reported an incident in her neighbourhood concerning the behaviour of young people, a problem which residents felt had gone away. This was noted by PC Hood.
PC Hood gave his report for the periods 23 Aug-20 Sept 2011 and 17 Aug-14 Sept 2010. Ina offered to show a map of the areas involved on the screen at the next meeting. A resident reported that 3 cars have been scratched in Bexley Street recently; the police were informed.
Although not a police matter, PC Hood advised residents to be careful when opening emails; if an offer looks too good to be true, delete it. Also, if anyone rings saying they're calling from Windows about a computer problem, put the phone down; no-one will ring from them.
4. Parking Management Scheme – Hospital Area
Linda, Morris and Susan attended the last public consultation with officials today. A few residents have been advised to put their complaints in writing, mainly concerning minor issues such as signs and lines. Two people from the hospital are objecting to the scheme.
A resident asked about Brookland Road which has been excluded from the scheme. Susan advised we're talking to officials about this. We would like those streets which actually voted in favour but were excluded from the pilot to be included when the scheme is extended. Cllr Essl added that as we're a democracy, it's up to us to persuade those who voted no last time to change their vote yes.
This month a snapshot survey of residents' and commuter parking will be carried out one day from 5am to 10 pm. The results will be compared with a 2nd survey in the spring which will show where parking has migrated to.
The Royal Hospital has issued memos to staff detailing increased parking charges. Also, staff won't be guaranteed a parking space and will be restricted as to where they can park. We've written to the Hospital and are awaiting a reply.
5. Waste and Recycling Collections
At the last meeting Cllr Watson asked if we could give him our opinions on refuse collections. A questionnaire was circulated for completion in order to provide some feedback at the next meeting.
6. Treasurer's Report
We've paid for the printing of the newsletters and miscellaneous incidentals such as stationery.
7. Blog and Facebook Update
Facebook: concerns were expressed about who was using the site and why. Following a vote, it was agreed to close the site temporarily.
8. Any Other Business
Percival Street - Double Parking: A resident highlighted the problems caused by cars double parked all day in this street.
Volunteers needed to plant bulbs in Millfield: Cllr Dixon has thousands of tulip and crocus bulbs to be planted ready for Spring. He would like as many people as possible to meet at the grassed area facing the Mountain Daisy at 11 am on Thursday, 13th October.
Barnes Park Extension – Friends Group needed: A resident would like to see this improved, but has been advised that a Friends Group is needed to move this forward. Kate agreed to include this item together with resident's contact details on our blog.
Newsletter correction: We apologise unreservedly to Beryl Smith and family for the error in our newsletter. Our late Chairman, Amanda Jane Robinson, died in November 2010 and not September as stated.
9. Date of Next Meeting
Tuesday, 1st November 2011 at 7.00 pm in St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall.
The meeting closed at 8.15 pm.
in St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall
1. Welcome: Susan welcomed those attending for the first time.
2. Matters arising from the Minutes
Abingdon/Barnard Streets - Potholes and Traffic: A resident reported that these roads are in a terrible state and traffic is racing along them. Doubts were expressed as to whether reinstating the right turn at Ormonde Street would reduce the volume of traffic. Cllr Essl advised there are plans to make this area a 20 mph zone with speed humps in Ewesley Road, Mount Road opposite the school, Colchester Terrace and back lanes in order to stop them being used as a rat-run. Again, residents doubted whether speed humps would work. As HGVs are using these streets to get to Cleveland Road shops, sometimes causing an obstruction, any remedial work to the potholes is soon undone.
As we feel the state of the roads is largely a result of the prohibited right turn at Ormonde Street, we'll write to the Chief Executive asking if Abingdon/Barnard Street can be reinstated to the standard they were before. We'll also write to the retailers requesting they ask the HGV drivers not to use the narrow side streets.
Shackleton House: Linda is still in correspondence with Julie Elliott MP. We're asking who owns the property and what the owner intends to do with it. It is believed that HMRC hold the leasehold until 2014/15 under a contract with Mapeley based in Guernsey. Linda will email Graham March, PA to Julie Elliott.
Newsletter: We've circulated 2000 copies. Anne volunteered to deliver copies to Pallion residents.
Committee/Cabinet Decision-making: A detailed response is awaited to our letter to the Chief Executive expressing our dissatisfaction with the way the planning decision was made regarding the café on St Luke's Terrace. We will also write to complain about the way the Cabinet dealt with the agreement to sell the Council-owned building on St Marks Road. On both occasions we felt the outcomes were 'done deals'.
3. Crime/Anti-Social Behaviour Reports
David Lynn was unable to attend but asked anyone wanting to talk to him to ring him on 561 7886. A Pallion resident reported an incident in her neighbourhood concerning the behaviour of young people, a problem which residents felt had gone away. This was noted by PC Hood.
PC Hood gave his report for the periods 23 Aug-20 Sept 2011 and 17 Aug-14 Sept 2010. Ina offered to show a map of the areas involved on the screen at the next meeting. A resident reported that 3 cars have been scratched in Bexley Street recently; the police were informed.
Although not a police matter, PC Hood advised residents to be careful when opening emails; if an offer looks too good to be true, delete it. Also, if anyone rings saying they're calling from Windows about a computer problem, put the phone down; no-one will ring from them.
4. Parking Management Scheme – Hospital Area
Linda, Morris and Susan attended the last public consultation with officials today. A few residents have been advised to put their complaints in writing, mainly concerning minor issues such as signs and lines. Two people from the hospital are objecting to the scheme.
A resident asked about Brookland Road which has been excluded from the scheme. Susan advised we're talking to officials about this. We would like those streets which actually voted in favour but were excluded from the pilot to be included when the scheme is extended. Cllr Essl added that as we're a democracy, it's up to us to persuade those who voted no last time to change their vote yes.
This month a snapshot survey of residents' and commuter parking will be carried out one day from 5am to 10 pm. The results will be compared with a 2nd survey in the spring which will show where parking has migrated to.
The Royal Hospital has issued memos to staff detailing increased parking charges. Also, staff won't be guaranteed a parking space and will be restricted as to where they can park. We've written to the Hospital and are awaiting a reply.
5. Waste and Recycling Collections
At the last meeting Cllr Watson asked if we could give him our opinions on refuse collections. A questionnaire was circulated for completion in order to provide some feedback at the next meeting.
6. Treasurer's Report
We've paid for the printing of the newsletters and miscellaneous incidentals such as stationery.
7. Blog and Facebook Update
Facebook: concerns were expressed about who was using the site and why. Following a vote, it was agreed to close the site temporarily.
8. Any Other Business
Percival Street - Double Parking: A resident highlighted the problems caused by cars double parked all day in this street.
Volunteers needed to plant bulbs in Millfield: Cllr Dixon has thousands of tulip and crocus bulbs to be planted ready for Spring. He would like as many people as possible to meet at the grassed area facing the Mountain Daisy at 11 am on Thursday, 13th October.
Barnes Park Extension – Friends Group needed: A resident would like to see this improved, but has been advised that a Friends Group is needed to move this forward. Kate agreed to include this item together with resident's contact details on our blog.
Newsletter correction: We apologise unreservedly to Beryl Smith and family for the error in our newsletter. Our late Chairman, Amanda Jane Robinson, died in November 2010 and not September as stated.
9. Date of Next Meeting
Tuesday, 1st November 2011 at 7.00 pm in St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall.
The meeting closed at 8.15 pm.
Friday, 14 October 2011
Unfortuately we have had to close the BPMRA group on Facebook. Hopefully this will be a temporary measure and the group will be re-established soon.
In the mean time, comments can be made on all posts here on the blog (you don't have to register to leave comments and you don't even have to use you real name)!
In the mean time, comments can be made on all posts here on the blog (you don't have to register to leave comments and you don't even have to use you real name)!
Tuesday, 11 October 2011
Barnes Park
Following the reopening of the newly restored Barnes Park, a group of residents are setting up a 'friends' group with the aim of raising the funds needed to renovate the other end of the park - the western end between Ettrick Grove and Springwell Road. If you are interested in getting involved or for more information contact Dave Allan at david.allan17@ntlworld. com
Wednesday, 5 October 2011
Bringing Colour to Millfield
Autumn may only just be kicking in but now is as good a time as any to start looking forward to spring. At this months meeting, Cllr Paul Dixon told us about a spring bulb planting session which will take place later this month on Hylton Road. The council will provide all necessary equipment, all that's needed are volunteers to plant the bulbs.
Meet at 11am on Thursday 13th October on the grass area opposite the Mountain Daisy / Borneo Bistro on Hylton Road.
Monday, 3 October 2011
Meeting Tomorrow - Tuesday 4th October
7pm, St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall, Wilson Street, Millfield
Agenda posted below.
All residents (and business owners) in Barnes, Pallion and Millfield are welcome to join us at our monthly meetings. Local Councillors and police officers attend each month and we regularly have council officers come along to give advice. In recent months the Barnes, Pallion and Millfield Residents Association have helped a number of residents by putting them in touch with the people who can do something about local issues such as anti-social behaviour, graffiti and problems with rubbish.
We are not associated with any political party and as such our meetings are purely issue driven. We are simply a friendly bunch of people who are passionate about the area in which we live and we offer a warm welcome to everyone.
Meeting to be held on Tuesday, 4th October 2011 at 7.00 pm in
St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall, Wilson Street, Millfield
AGENDA
1. Welcome and Apologies
2. Matters arising from the Minutes
Potholes; Shackleton House; Newsletter; Planning Sub-Committee
3. Crime/Anti Social Behaviour Reports
4. Parking Management Scheme – Hospital Area
Walkabout, public consultation,
Staff memos re parking in hospital car parks
5. Waste and Recycling Collections – what residents think
A questionnaire will be available for completion
6. Treasurer's Report
7. Blog/Facebook Reports
8. Any Other Business
9. Date of next meeting
Scroll down to see minutes of the previous meeting.
Agenda posted below.
All residents (and business owners) in Barnes, Pallion and Millfield are welcome to join us at our monthly meetings. Local Councillors and police officers attend each month and we regularly have council officers come along to give advice. In recent months the Barnes, Pallion and Millfield Residents Association have helped a number of residents by putting them in touch with the people who can do something about local issues such as anti-social behaviour, graffiti and problems with rubbish.
We are not associated with any political party and as such our meetings are purely issue driven. We are simply a friendly bunch of people who are passionate about the area in which we live and we offer a warm welcome to everyone.
Meeting to be held on Tuesday, 4th October 2011 at 7.00 pm in
St Mary Magdalene's Church Hall, Wilson Street, Millfield
AGENDA
1. Welcome and Apologies
2. Matters arising from the Minutes
Potholes; Shackleton House; Newsletter; Planning Sub-Committee
3. Crime/Anti Social Behaviour Reports
4. Parking Management Scheme – Hospital Area
Walkabout, public consultation,
Staff memos re parking in hospital car parks
5. Waste and Recycling Collections – what residents think
A questionnaire will be available for completion
6. Treasurer's Report
7. Blog/Facebook Reports
8. Any Other Business
9. Date of next meeting
Scroll down to see minutes of the previous meeting.
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