On behalf of all the Oscott Residents Groups (ORG) I would like to thank all the Oscott Ward Councillors for work they have done for local residents over the last year. Councillor's Dring, Green (and before him Cotton) and Councillor Linnecor have all work hard on behalf of residents and never get enough praise.
We would particularly like to than Councillor Linnecor for Chairing some of our joint meetings in such a positive but neutral way. We would also like to thank him for the many occasions he popped in to see us at our drop in sessions.
ORG would also like to thank all those Council officers and other Authority representatives who worked on our behalf during the year.
Finally we would like to thank all those residents who got involved and tried to improve the area we live in.
May we wish every one a Happy Christmas and New Year.
From the ORG
PS. We wish Khalid Mahmood MP a speedy recovery.
Wednesday, 17 December 2008
Friday, 12 December 2008
BE SAFE AT NIGHT.
During the winter when the nights are so long we all need to be on our guard against crime.
The Neighbourhood Police Initiative would just like to remind you of some simple precaution to avoid being a victim of crime at this time of year.
The Neighbourhood Police Initiative would just like to remind you of some simple precaution to avoid being a victim of crime at this time of year.
- Never leave Xmas presents on show in your car when you leave it. DO NOT FORGET TO LOCK IT.
- Always leave a light on at night when you go out. (Try using a timer switch?)
- Keep all doors, windows ,sheds and garages locked at night in particular.
- Ask a neighbour to keep an eye on your home if you are away.
- Keep an eye of your purse or wallet and bags when out shopping.
- Avoid unlit alley ways.
- Don't leave Sat Nav's in you car.
- Always check the Id of any one you do not know before you let them in your home. If in doubt call the Police.
- Ask the Police for Crime prevention information.
- If you see a crime happening do not leave it to others ring 999.
Remember most types of crime is falling in this area and it is a safe place to live, so do not worry to much. Enjoy your Christmas and New Year.
Brian Brookes
NPI Senior Coordinator
WE WANT PUBLIC TOILETS ON HAWTHORN ROAD
I have written this letter to the Great Barr Observer also.
I am surprised and disappointed that at in this day and age there is still so little consideration, in some quarters for those who are elderly or disabled.
There are for example some residents, as well as the Birmingham City Council, who do not seem to care, that there are no public toilets in our area, notably on the Hawthorn Road .
For many Disabled residents who use the shops there, the thought of having no toilets available, when they shopping is very off putting.
As Councillor Linnecor quite rightly said recently “the local shops in our area need more support and one of the things which may help get more people to shop locally is having a public toilet on the Hawthorn Road.”
Many other things need to be done. I agree there is need for more variety of shops particularly on Hawthorn Road for example.
However until this Council begins to care about this area and improve thing’s like parking, cleanliness and the lack of public toilets , I fear for all Councillor Keith Linnecors hard work trying to promote local shopping in the area, there will be even more shops being lost.
George Hough
Chair Oscott Disabilities group/
I am surprised and disappointed that at in this day and age there is still so little consideration, in some quarters for those who are elderly or disabled.
There are for example some residents, as well as the Birmingham City Council, who do not seem to care, that there are no public toilets in our area, notably on the Hawthorn Road .
For many Disabled residents who use the shops there, the thought of having no toilets available, when they shopping is very off putting.
As Councillor Linnecor quite rightly said recently “the local shops in our area need more support and one of the things which may help get more people to shop locally is having a public toilet on the Hawthorn Road.”
Many other things need to be done. I agree there is need for more variety of shops particularly on Hawthorn Road for example.
However until this Council begins to care about this area and improve thing’s like parking, cleanliness and the lack of public toilets , I fear for all Councillor Keith Linnecors hard work trying to promote local shopping in the area, there will be even more shops being lost.
George Hough
Chair Oscott Disabilities group/
Wednesday, 3 December 2008
THE OSCOTT RESIDENTS GROUPS MAY BE MOVING BLOG SOON
The ORG may be starting a new blog in the New Year. The new blog should still have the Oscott Resdidents Groups in its title so please be aware of this change.
If you want more details ring 464 1869
If you want more details ring 464 1869
WE DO NOT WANT SKATE BOARD IN OSCOTTS NATURE RESERVE
The Oscott Residents groups fully support the Friends of the Queslett nature Reserve in their demands that no Skate Board Centre be allowed on the Queslett nature Reserve.
A Skate Board Centre would ruin the Reserve and after all the hard work put in by the Friends of the Queslett nature Reserve that would be a disgrace.
Perry Barr Park is a far better place to have a skate Board Centre and we are behind the campaign to have one put there.
A Skate Board Centre would ruin the Reserve and after all the hard work put in by the Friends of the Queslett nature Reserve that would be a disgrace.
Perry Barr Park is a far better place to have a skate Board Centre and we are behind the campaign to have one put there.
Wednesday, 26 November 2008
WHY ARE OUR PAVEMENTS IN OSCOTT SO POOR
There are a lot of elderly and disabled residents in Oscott and for them the state of our pavements is of great concern.
The various Community Groups which make up the ORG are all calling on this Council to get their act together and start improving our pavements. It is no good just putting a chalk mark on the pavement we need them repaired.
The state of our pavements has deteriorated over the last 2 or 3 years and want them brought back to at least the standard prior to that.
N. Quinn
Chair
ORA
The various Community Groups which make up the ORG are all calling on this Council to get their act together and start improving our pavements. It is no good just putting a chalk mark on the pavement we need them repaired.
The state of our pavements has deteriorated over the last 2 or 3 years and want them brought back to at least the standard prior to that.
N. Quinn
Chair
ORA
KESTON ROAD GATES A SUCESS
Thanks to the tireless campaigning efforts from Brian Stevens (who has now become a committee member of the Oscott Residents Association) we the help of Councillor Linnecor, new fencing and a kissing gate have been put up at the Keston Road entrance to the King George Playing Fields.
They were needed as motor bikes were getting onto the field at this entrance and youths were hanging about as a result.
They were needed as motor bikes were getting onto the field at this entrance and youths were hanging about as a result.
SAY NO TO MORE TAKE AWAYS IN BURNHAM ROAD
The ORG are fully behind residents demands that no more Takeaways are allowed in the group of shops at the corner of Burnham Road and Birdbrook Road.
We have objected strongly to the Planning department about the proposed planning application at 103 Burnham Road for example.
There are to many take aways in this group of shops. The parking there is very poor, there are gangs hanging around already and litter would become even more of a problem if a new Take Away was allowed.
We have objected strongly to the Planning department about the proposed planning application at 103 Burnham Road for example.
There are to many take aways in this group of shops. The parking there is very poor, there are gangs hanging around already and litter would become even more of a problem if a new Take Away was allowed.
Monday, 10 November 2008
WE SUPPORT COUNCILLOR KEITH LINNECOR'S SAVE OUR SHOPS CAMPAIGN.
The Oscott Residents Groups are all fully behind Councillor Keith Linnecors attempts to encourage local resident to use local shops.
We all need to think about how we can support our local shops, as we all may need them at some time.
Lets think local shops and well done Councillor Keith Linnecor for trying to bring this issue to everyones notice.
We all need to think about how we can support our local shops, as we all may need them at some time.
Lets think local shops and well done Councillor Keith Linnecor for trying to bring this issue to everyones notice.
Saturday, 8 November 2008
AGM SUCSESS
Following successful AGM's the following Groups have new committees.
The Oscott Residents Association Chair Nigel Quinn
The Oscott Disability Group Chair George Hough
The Oscott Elderly Residents Group Chair Maureen Byrne
The ORG also would like to thank Councillor Dring and Councillor Linnecor for attending our meetings.
If you would like to find out more about any of these groups please ring
356 6894 (leave a message)
or 464 1869
The Oscott Residents Association Chair Nigel Quinn
The Oscott Disability Group Chair George Hough
The Oscott Elderly Residents Group Chair Maureen Byrne
The ORG also would like to thank Councillor Dring and Councillor Linnecor for attending our meetings.
If you would like to find out more about any of these groups please ring
356 6894 (leave a message)
or 464 1869
Monday, 3 November 2008
THE FRIENDS OF THE QUESLETT NATURE RESERVE ACTIVITY DAY
The Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve are having a double event day on the 15th November.WILD LIFE WALK Starting at 9.30am there will be a "Wild life walk" taking place in the reserve. This will start from the Ashworth entrance and will take about 1 and a half hours. All are welcome (Children must be supervised by an adult) This will a time to find out about the wild life in the Queslett Nature Reserve and it will entail a leisurely walk around the reserve. Please come dressed for the weather and have on sensible shoes or boots as it may be a bit muddy.
ACTIVITY SESSION At approx 12pm volunteers from the FOQNR will be carrying out site clearance work and litter picking. (This work will be supervised by a Representative from the Birmingham City Council and will take about an hour and a half.If you are interested in either event please contact our ChairCouncillor Keith Linnecor on 360 6486
ACTIVITY SESSION At approx 12pm volunteers from the FOQNR will be carrying out site clearance work and litter picking. (This work will be supervised by a Representative from the Birmingham City Council and will take about an hour and a half.If you are interested in either event please contact our ChairCouncillor Keith Linnecor on 360 6486
A REMINDER THE ORA, OERG AND ODG AGM'S ALL TAKE PLACE THIS SATURDAY
The Oscott Residents Association, the Oscott Elderly Residents Group and the Oscott Disability Group AGM,s all take place on Saturday November the 8th at the 610 Community Centre. (10.30am)
Nomination for a place on any of their committees are to be by post.Please write toThe Oscott Residents Groups (let us know which Groups committee you would like to be considered for?) C/o Mr Mike Trevor, Oscott Ward Support Officer, Birmigham City Council, District Office. Tamebridge House, Perry Barr B42 2TX. It must arrive by 12 noon Friday 7th November.
Nomination for a place on any of their committees are to be by post.Please write toThe Oscott Residents Groups (let us know which Groups committee you would like to be considered for?) C/o Mr Mike Trevor, Oscott Ward Support Officer, Birmigham City Council, District Office. Tamebridge House, Perry Barr B42 2TX. It must arrive by 12 noon Friday 7th November.
Tuesday, 28 October 2008
MORE DISABLED BAYS AND DISABLED DROP CURBS ARE NEEDED IN OSCOTT
The Oscott Disability Group are continuing to campaign with Councillor Linnecor for more Disabled bay markings and Disabled Drop Curbs.
ODG Chair George Hough Say's "We are pleased that Councillor Linnecor is carrying on the fight with us, as these disabled facilities are really needed. Those disabled residents who have cars, need to get as near to the shops as they can and motorised scooter users, need to be able to get up and down our pavements, on their journey.
I am pleased to find out recently that there will be a new Disabled bay put down by the HSB bank Kettle House Road and we certainly need more."
ODG Chair George Hough Say's "We are pleased that Councillor Linnecor is carrying on the fight with us, as these disabled facilities are really needed. Those disabled residents who have cars, need to get as near to the shops as they can and motorised scooter users, need to be able to get up and down our pavements, on their journey.
I am pleased to find out recently that there will be a new Disabled bay put down by the HSB bank Kettle House Road and we certainly need more."
Sunday, 26 October 2008
OSCOTT WARDEN WHAT IS THE FUTURE?
The ORG have been informed that the Oscott Environmental Warden Deborah Parsons has left for pastures new. This is a great disappointment to us as she worked so well with all of our groups.
We now hope all of our Councillors will fight to retain the Position of Oscott Environmental Warden and will be very disappointed if they do not.
We now hope all of our Councillors will fight to retain the Position of Oscott Environmental Warden and will be very disappointed if they do not.
Friday, 17 October 2008
AGM DATE ANNOUNCED
The Oscott Residents Association, The Oscott Disability Group and the Oscott Elderly residents Group, are all holding their AGM's on Saturday 8th November at the 610 Community Centre. at 10.30am.
Nomination for a place on any of their committees are to be by post.
Please write to
The Oscott Residents Groups (let us know which Groups committee you would like to be considered for?) C/o Mr Mike Trevor, Oscott Ward Support Officer, Birmigham City Council, District Office. Tamebridge House, Perry Barr B42 2TX.
(Alternatively you can hand in your nomination to a member of the ORG any Saturday morning at their drop in session at the 610 Community Centre, at 10.30am)
Nomination for a place on any of their committees are to be by post.
Please write to
The Oscott Residents Groups (let us know which Groups committee you would like to be considered for?) C/o Mr Mike Trevor, Oscott Ward Support Officer, Birmigham City Council, District Office. Tamebridge House, Perry Barr B42 2TX.
(Alternatively you can hand in your nomination to a member of the ORG any Saturday morning at their drop in session at the 610 Community Centre, at 10.30am)
PERRY BARR MEMBER OF PARLIMENT SURGERIES (OSCOTT)
Khalid Mahmood MP for Perry Barr holds a surgery in Oscott on the FIRST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH.
This takes place at the 610 Community Centre Kingstanding Road. At 10.30am.
For further information regarding other surgeries he holds in the Perry Barr Constituency or to contact him- his Birmingham Office Phone number is - 356 8264 (Paper Mill End Great Barr- off the Aldridge Road)
or his London office Tel No - 202 7219 8141.
This takes place at the 610 Community Centre Kingstanding Road. At 10.30am.
For further information regarding other surgeries he holds in the Perry Barr Constituency or to contact him- his Birmingham Office Phone number is - 356 8264 (Paper Mill End Great Barr- off the Aldridge Road)
or his London office Tel No - 202 7219 8141.
OSCOTT COUNCILLORS,S SURGERY DETAILS
Councillors Barbara Dring and Keith Linnecor, surgeries are as follows
Every Saturday morning 10.30 am at the 610 Community Centre.*
The First Wednesday in the month at 7pm at the 610 Community Centre*
The first Thursday in the month at 3pm at the Kingstanding Library.*
If you would like to contact them by phone please ring Councillor Keith Linnecor 360 6486
Councillor Barbara Dring 360 7565
For those with genuine mobility problems please ring the above Tel No an arrangement may be made for a home visit if necessary.
Councillor Graham Green
Sorry no Surgery details are available
He can be contacted on 605 1605
FLY TIPPING IS A DISGRACE
In a City like Birmingham where we have a free bulky item collection service and a number of easily accessible Salvage department where rubbish can be taken, it is a disgrace when anti social residents fly tip.
ORG strongly believe the Birmingham City Council should do all in its power to catch and prosecute fly tippers.
For example just look at Booths Lane. There is a camera there to help identify the culprits and still they fly tip. It is time naming and shaming took place also.
ORG strongly believe the Birmingham City Council should do all in its power to catch and prosecute fly tippers.
For example just look at Booths Lane. There is a camera there to help identify the culprits and still they fly tip. It is time naming and shaming took place also.
WHAT IS THE OSCOTT RESIDENTS GROUP?
THE OSCOTT RESIDENTS GROUP IS- THE INFORMAL LINKING TOGETHER OF- THE OSCOTT RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION, THE NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICE INIATIVE, THE OSCOTT ELDERLY RESIDENTS GROUP AND THE OSCOTT DISABILITY GROUP.
(There are a number of other local community groups with co opted status)
Senior members of the groups within the ORG structure meet regularly to discuss issues of mutual concern and to plan activities jointly.
For example
Planning campaigns and organising joint meeting.
Lobbying
Producing leaflets
Sharing experiences and problems on behalf of their members and the community
Holding a drop in session (On Saturday mormings 10.30am at the 610 Community Centre.) where residents can meet and discuss their concerns informally with members of ORG.
(There are a number of other local community groups with co opted status)
Senior members of the groups within the ORG structure meet regularly to discuss issues of mutual concern and to plan activities jointly.
For example
Planning campaigns and organising joint meeting.
Lobbying
Producing leaflets
Sharing experiences and problems on behalf of their members and the community
Holding a drop in session (On Saturday mormings 10.30am at the 610 Community Centre.) where residents can meet and discuss their concerns informally with members of ORG.
Tuesday, 14 October 2008
WHY ARE THE TREES IN COURTENAY ROAD NOT BEING PRUNED?
Along with the Oscott Central Neighbourhood Forum we are demanding an explanation from the Council's Tree section as to why only 4 Trees in Courtenay Road have been pruned. This is simply not good enough given the state the remaining trees are in and we want answers.
WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH THIS COUNCIL AND BIRDBROOK ROAD
The ORG and local residents are fed up with this Council and its lack of action regarding , speeding , parking and the state of the carriageway in Birdbrook Road. It is time they took action and dealt with these issues.
ORG agree with Councillor Keith Linnecor's comments in the Great Barr observer recently when he said" the SuttonColdfield College should get on and have their new building build further down the College Road , as the current site is causing so many parking problems with its students parking" we also agree with his comments that action to ease the problem is needed now.
The state of carriage way and speeding problems are simply being ignored by the Council and it is not good enough. We will continue to ask the Council to take action and will work with the Osccott Central Neighbour Hood Forum to this aim.
ORG agree with Councillor Keith Linnecor's comments in the Great Barr observer recently when he said" the SuttonColdfield College should get on and have their new building build further down the College Road , as the current site is causing so many parking problems with its students parking" we also agree with his comments that action to ease the problem is needed now.
The state of carriage way and speeding problems are simply being ignored by the Council and it is not good enough. We will continue to ask the Council to take action and will work with the Osccott Central Neighbour Hood Forum to this aim.
Tuesday, 30 September 2008
DONT FORGET TO DROP IN AND SEE US
Just to remind you that the Oscott Residents Groups hold a joint drop in session to meet with residents every Saturday at 10.30am. The meeting take place at the 610 Community Centre Kingstanding Road.
Why not pop in for an informal chat with us over a cup of tea and a biscuit. (there is also a Poole table available if you feel like a game?
You can let us know your views on what is happening in Oscott or simply come and socialise with use.
Councillor Keith Linnecor often finds time to come and listen to what we and local residents have to say at these meetings.
You can find out more about us by phoning 464 1869
Why not pop in for an informal chat with us over a cup of tea and a biscuit. (there is also a Poole table available if you feel like a game?
You can let us know your views on what is happening in Oscott or simply come and socialise with use.
Councillor Keith Linnecor often finds time to come and listen to what we and local residents have to say at these meetings.
You can find out more about us by phoning 464 1869
FUNDING FOUND TO HELP OLDER RESIDENTS IN THE OSCOTT WARD
The ORG are all member of the Oscott Ward Advisory Board and were pleased to give our opinion when it came to allocating funding at the last meeting of the board.
All those who took part in this meeting were keen to use some of the 16 thousand ponds which was available for funding, to schemes for the elderly.
Age Concern now have funding Approx 10 thousand pounds for their befriending. Handy man and Gardening projects. The Perry Barr Elderly residents Forum also received 500 pounds.
Those present at the meeting were Councillor Linnecor (Chair). Councillor Dring, Representatives from Age Concern the Police. ORA, OERG, ODG, NPI, N.W and local Neighborhood Forums.Council officers were also there to offer advice.
All those who took part in this meeting were keen to use some of the 16 thousand ponds which was available for funding, to schemes for the elderly.
Age Concern now have funding Approx 10 thousand pounds for their befriending. Handy man and Gardening projects. The Perry Barr Elderly residents Forum also received 500 pounds.
Those present at the meeting were Councillor Linnecor (Chair). Councillor Dring, Representatives from Age Concern the Police. ORA, OERG, ODG, NPI, N.W and local Neighborhood Forums.Council officers were also there to offer advice.
KEEP OUR LIBRARIES IN GOOD REPAIR
The Oscott Residents Groups members are angry that the Council has let the Perry Common Library get into such a state of disrepair that it has had to close for repairs until next year. What is happening to our library service? this Council only seem to care about grand schemes like their proposed new Central Library. We in Oscott demand and expect our share of the library funds to keep our libraries (including the Kingstanding Library in good condition.
Friday, 26 September 2008
ABOUT THE OSCOTT CENTRAL NEIGHBOURHOOD FORUM
The Oscott Central Neighbourhood Forum Covers an area in Oscott From Greenholm Road to Shady Lane. Its member are all volunteers who are trying to improve the area they live in.
The Oscott Central Neighbourhood Forum have a place on the Oscott Ward Advisory Board where they can debate issues with local Politicians and pass on your concerns to them and other agencies.
The OCNF campaign on a number of issues such as road safety and the environment.
If you would like to let the OCNF know your views or would like to know more about the OCNF please ring Aubrey Longe- Chair OCNF on 360 o766
Please note the OCNF is an associated member of the ORG
The Oscott Central Neighbourhood Forum have a place on the Oscott Ward Advisory Board where they can debate issues with local Politicians and pass on your concerns to them and other agencies.
The OCNF campaign on a number of issues such as road safety and the environment.
If you would like to let the OCNF know your views or would like to know more about the OCNF please ring Aubrey Longe- Chair OCNF on 360 o766
Please note the OCNF is an associated member of the ORG
Monday, 8 September 2008
NOVA COURT JUNCTION ACTION AT LAST IT SEEMS
Those bureaucratic Councils Transportation departments at Sandwell and Birmingham have finally, we have been informed got their acts together and have sanction new traffic lights going in at the Nova Court Junction of the Queslett Road. Lets just hope they do the job properly (we can at least hope) and the junction is at last made safe as soon as possible.
NEW BIRD AND BAT BOXES FOR QUESLETT NATURE RESERVE
ORG members were delighted to help out the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve and help put up a number of Bird and Bat boxes around the Queslett Nature Reserve.
The wild life needs all the help it can get in the reserve following the shameful descion by a majority on the Birmingham Planning committee to allow near by land to be developed.
This fortunately has not yet happened and this is giving the FOQNR and our selves the opportunity to do something to help the reserves wild life in advance of the development.
Sunday, 17 August 2008
ORG PUBLIC MEETING A SUCESS MARRED BY A SAD ANNOUNCEMENT
ORG would like to thank Khalid MahMood MP for attending our meeting on Saturday as guest speaker. We appreciate how busy he is and were very pleased he gave his time for our meeting. He made a valuable contribution and was prepared to answer a number of difficult questions from the audience.
We would also like to thank Councillor Keith Linnecor for doing such a good job as the Chair of the meeting and keeping everyone in order. We were also grateful that the Police, Councillor Green and Councillor Dring also attended our meeting. However we were discus ted that no one from the Birmingham City Councils Transportation could be bothered to turn up and feel this is becoming the norm for that this shows their lack of interest in the Oscott area.
ORG members were sorry to hear of the death of Gib Mckay who was the Secretary? minute taker of the Kingstanding Pensioners Convention.
Gib For many year had helped run the KPC and did a lot of hard work to promote the rights of local pensioners. His family have our sympathy and condolences.
ORG
The Oscott Residents Groups
We would also like to thank Councillor Keith Linnecor for doing such a good job as the Chair of the meeting and keeping everyone in order. We were also grateful that the Police, Councillor Green and Councillor Dring also attended our meeting. However we were discus ted that no one from the Birmingham City Councils Transportation could be bothered to turn up and feel this is becoming the norm for that this shows their lack of interest in the Oscott area.
ORG members were sorry to hear of the death of Gib Mckay who was the Secretary? minute taker of the Kingstanding Pensioners Convention.
Gib For many year had helped run the KPC and did a lot of hard work to promote the rights of local pensioners. His family have our sympathy and condolences.
ORG
The Oscott Residents Groups
Friday, 15 August 2008
ALDRIDGE ROAD RECREATION GROUND ACTION
ORG have been pleased to learn that there is to be a joint venture between The Kingstanding Police Initiative and the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve (incorporating the Aldridge Road Recreation Ground). The idea is to set up at the request of the Local Police Tasking group, at Recreation Ground Watch. Residents will be encouraged to work with the Police, the KPI and the FOQNR to report acts of anti social Behavior or criminal activities of the Recreation Ground.
At a later date Police and residents patrols may take place?
If you would like more information please ring 464 1869
At a later date Police and residents patrols may take place?
If you would like more information please ring 464 1869
Friday, 8 August 2008
DONT FORGET THE ORG PUBLIC MEETING ON AUGUST 16TH 10PM AT THE 610 COMMUNITY CENTRE.
Just a quick reminder that ORG are organising the above meeting.
We have invited the Perry Barr MP, all Oscott's Local Councillors, the Police and Council Officers to attend this meeting.
It will be a good opportunity to ask them questions and let them know your concerns.
We have invited the Perry Barr MP, all Oscott's Local Councillors, the Police and Council Officers to attend this meeting.
It will be a good opportunity to ask them questions and let them know your concerns.
QUESLETT ROAD TO GET SPEED CAMERA'S AT LAST
After years of trying residents are over the moon to hear that we are to get speed camera's on the Queslett Road.
The Oscott Resident Group have for year campaigned with Councillor Keith Linnecor and others on this issue and we are now hoping other safety issues on the Queslett Road will be addressed.
The Oscott Resident Group have for year campaigned with Councillor Keith Linnecor and others on this issue and we are now hoping other safety issues on the Queslett Road will be addressed.
Saturday, 2 August 2008
BAT WALK GOES WELL
Fridays Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve Bat walk was very successful. A large No of adults and children attended the event to see and learn about bats.
The weather was not really conducive to seeing bats, being wind and wet but there were enough to may the evening interesting.
Many thanks to Chair Cllr Keith Linnecor for organising the event and to Stephan Bodnor the wild life officer and his assistant for their help at the event.
The weather was not really conducive to seeing bats, being wind and wet but there were enough to may the evening interesting.
Many thanks to Chair Cllr Keith Linnecor for organising the event and to Stephan Bodnor the wild life officer and his assistant for their help at the event.
OSCOTT COUNCILLORS SURGERIES
FOR YOUR INFORMATION THESE ARE OUR LOCAL COUNCILLOR,S SURGERY DETAILS
Councillor Keith Linnecor
Every Sat Morning 10.30am at the 610 Community Centre, Kingstanding Road.
1st Wed in month 7pm at the 610 Community Centre*
1st Thursday in month 3pm at the Kingstanding Libary*
For those with a disability home visits can be arranged.
for further information
Tel 360 6486
Councillor Barbara Dring
Details as above
Tel 360 7565
Councillor Graham Green
Sorry no details announced yet.
NOTE KHALID MAHMOOD MP HOLDS A SURGERY IN OSCOTT ON THE FIRST SAT OF THE MONTH AT THE 610 COMMUNITY CENTRE. AT 10.30am
*= on a rotor basis
Councillor Keith Linnecor
Every Sat Morning 10.30am at the 610 Community Centre, Kingstanding Road.
1st Wed in month 7pm at the 610 Community Centre*
1st Thursday in month 3pm at the Kingstanding Libary*
For those with a disability home visits can be arranged.
for further information
Tel 360 6486
Councillor Barbara Dring
Details as above
Tel 360 7565
Councillor Graham Green
Sorry no details announced yet.
NOTE KHALID MAHMOOD MP HOLDS A SURGERY IN OSCOTT ON THE FIRST SAT OF THE MONTH AT THE 610 COMMUNITY CENTRE. AT 10.30am
*= on a rotor basis
Friday, 1 August 2008
OSCOTT RESIDENTS GROUPS PUPLIC MEETING
The Oscott Residents Groups (The Oscott Residents Association, The Oscott Elderly Group, the Oscott Disability Group and the Kingstanding Neighbourhood Initiative are holding a Public meeting at the 610 Community Centre at 2.30pm on Saturday 16th August.
We have invited all the Oscott Councillors, the Police, various Council officer and as a guest speaker Khalid Mahmood M.P.
What we want to know is what the Council is going to do about issues in Oscott like the state of some of our concrete Road?
Why have so many of our requests for road safety improvements been ignores by the Council.
When will all homes in the area get recycling boxes?
What are the Police doing to combat anti social behavior?
We are pleased to say that Councillor Keith Linnecor has agreed to chair our meeting.
If you would like further information please ring 464 1869
There are a number of other resident groups in the area which work in co operation with ORG and they will be asked to attend this meeting.
We have invited all the Oscott Councillors, the Police, various Council officer and as a guest speaker Khalid Mahmood M.P.
What we want to know is what the Council is going to do about issues in Oscott like the state of some of our concrete Road?
Why have so many of our requests for road safety improvements been ignores by the Council.
When will all homes in the area get recycling boxes?
What are the Police doing to combat anti social behavior?
We are pleased to say that Councillor Keith Linnecor has agreed to chair our meeting.
If you would like further information please ring 464 1869
There are a number of other resident groups in the area which work in co operation with ORG and they will be asked to attend this meeting.
Monday, 28 July 2008
ITS TIME THE COUNCIL ROAD ENGINEERS AND THEIR LEADERS LISTEND.
The non appearance of the Birmingham City Councils Transportation department at last weeks Oscott Ward Committee is a disgrace.
Councillors ask these Officers to attend, to listen to our concerns on important issues like the Nova Court Junction and the dangerous state of Booths Lane and they fail to turn up.
The Oscott Residents Association have also again called upon the Birmingham City Transportation department to take action to reduce the amount of speeding traffic on the Aldridge Road.
Chair Nigel Quinn say "Only the other day there was a Police chase on the Aldridge Road, which involved speed Quad bike. Every day many of those living on the Aldridge Road expect to see or hear of another accident on the Aldridge Road. Safety measure are badly needed on this road"
Councillors ask these Officers to attend, to listen to our concerns on important issues like the Nova Court Junction and the dangerous state of Booths Lane and they fail to turn up.
The Oscott Residents Association have also again called upon the Birmingham City Transportation department to take action to reduce the amount of speeding traffic on the Aldridge Road.
Chair Nigel Quinn say "Only the other day there was a Police chase on the Aldridge Road, which involved speed Quad bike. Every day many of those living on the Aldridge Road expect to see or hear of another accident on the Aldridge Road. Safety measure are badly needed on this road"
SAVE OUR WARDEN
The Oscott Residents Groups are completely opposed to any City wide plan to change how Environmental Wardens operate. Wardens should work in a particular ward (like the one is Oscott does) where they can pick up local knowledge which will help them in their job.
We say leave our Warden alone to get on the job of keeping Oscott clean and ask the Council not to make any changes.
ORG
We say leave our Warden alone to get on the job of keeping Oscott clean and ask the Council not to make any changes.
ORG
Friday, 25 July 2008
QUESLETT NATURE RESERVE BAT WALK ANNOUNCED
There will be another Bat walk on the Queslett Nature Reserve. This will take place on Friday August 1st. The starting point will be the Ashworth Road entrance to the reserve. The start time will be 9pm.
Every one is welcome to join, the Freinds of the Queslett Nature Reserve on this walk. A leading wild life expert will be there with bat detecting equipment.
You are advised to where appropriate clothing and shoes. Children are welcome but must be accompannied by a resposible adult.
For further details please contact FOQNR Chair Councillor Keith Linnecor Tel 360 6486.
Please bring a torch.
Every one is welcome to join, the Freinds of the Queslett Nature Reserve on this walk. A leading wild life expert will be there with bat detecting equipment.
You are advised to where appropriate clothing and shoes. Children are welcome but must be accompannied by a resposible adult.
For further details please contact FOQNR Chair Councillor Keith Linnecor Tel 360 6486.
Please bring a torch.
Thursday, 24 July 2008
BOOTHS LANE CARRIAGE WAY, AN ACCIDENT WAITING TO HAPPEN
The state of the carriage way in Booths Lane is disgusting. We feel the Council should make the owner of this land repair his carriageway immediately before there is an accident.
Various members have reported the state of this carriage way to the Transportation department on a number of occasions but it looks as if they will wait for an accident to happen before they do any thing.
If you have to use Booths Lane take great care.
ORA
Various members have reported the state of this carriage way to the Transportation department on a number of occasions but it looks as if they will wait for an accident to happen before they do any thing.
If you have to use Booths Lane take great care.
ORA
Friday, 18 July 2008
TO SAVE GREENHOLM POST OFFICE NEEDS COMBINED EFFORT
The ORG call again on all Councillors in the area to combine forces to try and save the Greenholm Road Post Office. Letters like those from Councillor Green in the Great Barr Observer 18th July 08, do not help and we hope he thinks again and works with the other Oscott Councillors, to save our Post office. We must all work together to stop the Post Office Counters closing the Greenholm Road Post Office.
POLICE TASKING GROUP TO LOOK AT BURFORD ROAD PLAYING FIELD
There is to be a site meeting by members of the Police Tasking Group on Monday 21st July.
The Community Groups on this tasking group will be looking with the Police to see what can be done to help stop anti social behavior there
The Community Groups on this tasking group will be looking with the Police to see what can be done to help stop anti social behavior there
Saturday, 12 July 2008
SAVE GREENHOLM POST OFFICE
ORG on behalf of all its members call upon the Post Office not to close the Greenholm Post Office.
This Post office is well used by the community and is a life line to many elderly residents in the area. The Owners do not want to loose the Post Office facility and we support them.
Please sign the petition being organised by the Local Councillors and write to the Post Office Counters Ltd to object.
This Post office is well used by the community and is a life line to many elderly residents in the area. The Owners do not want to loose the Post Office facility and we support them.
Please sign the petition being organised by the Local Councillors and write to the Post Office Counters Ltd to object.
MORE FUNDS FOR THE YOUTH AND OTHERS IN OSCOTT
The Oscott Residents Group were delighted to be part of the Oscott Warrd Advisory Board which gave advice on how to allot funding to various applications for the Community Chest 100k for Oscott.
Although this money is less then in previous years and we could do with 10 times more, at least we believe this money will be spent wisely.
Youngsters in the are will have the bulk of the money to help find them things to do.
For example the Tree Hurst Community Centre on the Beeches Estate, gets 2K. Base KS KettleHouse Road, get 8K,
The Link Play Group Lambeth Road gets 5K, The Bandywood Families Project (they help find youngsters things to do and give them advice) get 25K.
10k will go to youth activities in the area. £1500 will go to a Police initiative to take children horse riding in the summer.Sundridge School and Kingsland School also get small grants.
Other grants include-
A project to modernise the Perry Common Library gets 13K this year and a guarantee of more money next year.
Pensioner tax Benefit take up initiative's, get 6K
There will be 15K to keep the Oscott Environmental Warden.
£800 will go to to the North Oscott Forum for organising a coach trip to the Black Country museum
There will also be small grants for a number of the community organisations in Oscott.
ORG would like to thank the Officers and Local Councillors for working so hard in helping prepare the bids for funding.
Although this money is less then in previous years and we could do with 10 times more, at least we believe this money will be spent wisely.
Youngsters in the are will have the bulk of the money to help find them things to do.
For example the Tree Hurst Community Centre on the Beeches Estate, gets 2K. Base KS KettleHouse Road, get 8K,
The Link Play Group Lambeth Road gets 5K, The Bandywood Families Project (they help find youngsters things to do and give them advice) get 25K.
10k will go to youth activities in the area. £1500 will go to a Police initiative to take children horse riding in the summer.Sundridge School and Kingsland School also get small grants.
Other grants include-
A project to modernise the Perry Common Library gets 13K this year and a guarantee of more money next year.
Pensioner tax Benefit take up initiative's, get 6K
There will be 15K to keep the Oscott Environmental Warden.
£800 will go to to the North Oscott Forum for organising a coach trip to the Black Country museum
There will also be small grants for a number of the community organisations in Oscott.
ORG would like to thank the Officers and Local Councillors for working so hard in helping prepare the bids for funding.
Tuesday, 8 July 2008
N.P.I NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT ESPECIALLY DURING THE SUMMER
Crimes such as shed brake in and opportunist burglaries often increase during the summer months. This is often because doors and windows are left open.
The NPI need your help to counter this. There are number ways you can help prevent this type of crime.
1. Lock your doors and windows when you go out. (Lock down stairs windows at night)
2. Lock your sheds and garages
3. Keep rear access way gates locked.
4. Keep garden gates locked and maintain your garden fence
5. Ask a neighbour to keep an eye on your property if you go on holiday.
6. Report anything suspicious you see to the Police
7. Join the NPI --(ring 464 1869 for details.)
The NPI need your help to counter this. There are number ways you can help prevent this type of crime.
1. Lock your doors and windows when you go out. (Lock down stairs windows at night)
2. Lock your sheds and garages
3. Keep rear access way gates locked.
4. Keep garden gates locked and maintain your garden fence
5. Ask a neighbour to keep an eye on your property if you go on holiday.
6. Report anything suspicious you see to the Police
7. Join the NPI --(ring 464 1869 for details.)
ALDRIDGE ROAD TRAFFIC CALMING PETITON TO BE PRESENTED TO COUNCIL
A petition containing hundreds of names, requesting sensible traffic calming measures be introduced to the Aldridge Road, will be presented to the Council today (July 8th) by Councillor Keith Linnecor.
Nigel Quinn Chair of the Oscott Residents Association along with his members and members of the public, have worked hard collecting these signatures and hope the council will now listen to residents and take action.
"What is needed is new signs, speed awareness signs like those now on the College Road, new traffic controls and possible speed cameras says Nigel"
Nigel Quinn Chair of the Oscott Residents Association along with his members and members of the public, have worked hard collecting these signatures and hope the council will now listen to residents and take action.
"What is needed is new signs, speed awareness signs like those now on the College Road, new traffic controls and possible speed cameras says Nigel"
Monday, 7 July 2008
MORE DISABLED DROP CURBS NEEDED
George Hough the Oscott Disability Group Chairman has called on the Birmingham City Council Transportation department to install more disability drop curbs in the Oscott Ward.
George said " We have made a good start on this issue but there are many more of these crossings needed and I have supplied the Transportation department with a list which need doing. Disabled residents need to be able to get on with their lives and keep as mobile as possible."
Locations such as Courtenay Road, Goodway Road and Burford Road are just some where requests have been made.
George said " We have made a good start on this issue but there are many more of these crossings needed and I have supplied the Transportation department with a list which need doing. Disabled residents need to be able to get on with their lives and keep as mobile as possible."
Locations such as Courtenay Road, Goodway Road and Burford Road are just some where requests have been made.
HELP KEEP OUR KIDS SAFE SUPPORT 20MPH ZONES NEAR SCHOOLS
The ORG are getting behind Councillor Keith Linnecor and his attempts to get the Council to introduce 20MPH Zones around schools in Oscott. This is a worth wile thing to do as it should help safe guard our children when they go to school. Motorists should slow down and the Police if they are introduced should enforce these zones.
THe Council need toget on and do this ASAP in our view.
THe Council need toget on and do this ASAP in our view.
Saturday, 21 June 2008
OUR ROADS NEED DOING NOW
ORA has found out that Councillor Len Gregory the Cabinet member responsible for our streets, has made a flying visit to our area again. Lets hope this time as the man in charge he gets something done about the state of our road surfaces particularly those made of concrete, such as Dunedin Road and Templeton Road.
Let us also hope he has looked at a number of road which need traffic calming, as we have informed his department so many times.
What we need is action not words this time. We will keep you posted.
Let us also hope he has looked at a number of road which need traffic calming, as we have informed his department so many times.
What we need is action not words this time. We will keep you posted.
To let us know your views post your comments on this blog or ring 464 1869 and leave a message for the ORA.
Tuesday, 17 June 2008
ALDRIDGE ROAD LITTER PICK
There was a good turnout for the Litter Pick on the Aldridge Road Recreation Ground on Saturday. Well done to all those who turned out to help.
Over a dozen bags of rubbish as well ass pieces of wood etc were picked up by members of the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve, Keep up the good work
Over a dozen bags of rubbish as well ass pieces of wood etc were picked up by members of the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve, Keep up the good work
Saturday, 14 June 2008
TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT SAY NO TO GREENHOL TRAFFIC LIGHTS
The Council Transportation department have now yet again said no to our pleas for traffic lights to be placed at the Greenholm Road, Aldridge Road junction.
ORA feel this is a disgrace, how many more accidents will it take before they put human being before simple cost.
As far as we are concerned enough is enough, any accident at this junction from now on must be put at the door of the Birmingham City Council.
WE would also like to thank residents and Councillors who have supported us over this issue.
N. Quinn
Chair ORA
ORA feel this is a disgrace, how many more accidents will it take before they put human being before simple cost.
As far as we are concerned enough is enough, any accident at this junction from now on must be put at the door of the Birmingham City Council.
WE would also like to thank residents and Councillors who have supported us over this issue.
N. Quinn
Chair ORA
Friday, 30 May 2008
GREENHOLM ROAD / ALDRIDGE ROAD JUNCTION
The above named junction must be on of the most dangerous in the area. I have seen a number of accidents my self and have written to the Transportation department asking for improvements to this junction.
I know we have the support of Councillor Linnecor(Oscott) who has also written to the Transportation department asking for action to be taken on a number of occasions, but like my self he has received no positive news from them.
ORA members and residents often ask me what can be done about this junction?. I think Residents who are concerned about this junction could write to Councillor Len Gregory (who is the Councillor with responsibility for Road Safety in Birmingham for the Conservative Party's Council Administration) C/o the Birmingham City Council, Victoria Square Birmingham. Perhaps if enough residents did, he might get the message?
Nigel Quinn
Chair Oscott Residents Assocaition
I know we have the support of Councillor Linnecor(Oscott) who has also written to the Transportation department asking for action to be taken on a number of occasions, but like my self he has received no positive news from them.
ORA members and residents often ask me what can be done about this junction?. I think Residents who are concerned about this junction could write to Councillor Len Gregory (who is the Councillor with responsibility for Road Safety in Birmingham for the Conservative Party's Council Administration) C/o the Birmingham City Council, Victoria Square Birmingham. Perhaps if enough residents did, he might get the message?
Nigel Quinn
Chair Oscott Residents Assocaition
Wednesday, 28 May 2008
LITTER PICK AT THE ALDRIDGE ROAD RECREATION GROUND
The Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve are to hold a litter picking session at the Aldridge Road Recreation Ground on SAt 14th June. They will start at the Shady Lane entrance at 11am.
If you would like to help please come along.
For more details please ring 360 6486.
If you would like to help please come along.
For more details please ring 360 6486.
Tuesday, 27 May 2008
LOCAL SCHOOL NEEDS TO GET ITS ACT TOGETHER
The Great Barr School in the view of a number of local residents, needs to get its act together.
They need to get a litter policy in place in order for nearby residents not to have to suffer the constant problems onf litter, for example.
Also the School needs to create more drop off parking areas in its grounds (something Councillors Keith Linnecor and former Councillor John Cotton put to them years ago). They should use some of their old play ground area for staff and student parking for example. The current situation where staff and students continue to obstruct residents drives and the parking out side residents homes all day has to stop. Residents are calling on the Council to make the Great Barr School authories take these matters more seriously.
They need to get a litter policy in place in order for nearby residents not to have to suffer the constant problems onf litter, for example.
Also the School needs to create more drop off parking areas in its grounds (something Councillors Keith Linnecor and former Councillor John Cotton put to them years ago). They should use some of their old play ground area for staff and student parking for example. The current situation where staff and students continue to obstruct residents drives and the parking out side residents homes all day has to stop. Residents are calling on the Council to make the Great Barr School authories take these matters more seriously.
BOOTHS LANE CARRIAGE WAY
The Oscott Residents Association has been contacted by a number of road users who are concerned about the state of the Booths Lane unadopted carriageway. The pot holes have returned with a vengeance and so has the flooding.
One of the so called selling points made by the developer and his supporters! re the new houses in Booths Lane was that he would get the road repaired when he had his planning application agreed.
Many felt the garantee to get the necessary road repairs done should have been done regardless of the outcome of the planning process but there you are.
Now months after the Planning committee with a few notable acceptations, those who refused to sell out, gave the developer the go ahead, there has still been no repairs done to the carriage way in Booths Lane. How long will we have to waite.?
Monday, 26 May 2008
FRIENDS OF THE QUESLETT NATURE RESERVE IN ACTION
VICE CHAIRS BOB WILD AND ROY ANDREW WITH SECRETARY BRENDA WILSON AND MEMBER JOHN DAVISThe FOQNR members were in action again on Saturday 24th May.
Along with Council officers and Chair Councillor Keith Linnecor, a number of members helped clear land and sow seeds in the reserve. It is hoped that the seeds planted will help Butterflys and Birds to increase on the reserve.
Friday, 16 May 2008
JUST SOME THOUGHTS.
Although I agree ORG should work with our local Councillors we do need to make sure they are more aggressive with the Council administration. We all know that this Council needs a kick up the bum at times and we need our councillors to do this.
However we residents groups can always do this ourselves if necessary.
For example I believe in calling a spade a spade, the Transportation department under this Council is hopeless, drop curbs are too expensive and the state of our roads are awful in places.
We residents groups should make it plain to the Council this is not good enough.
The Council tax is far to high for the service we receive just look at the mess they are making of the green bag collection! As for discipline in our schools. Council inspectors should be out in force.
The Government also needs to get its own act together, the 10p tax fiasco and the amount of bureaucracy in our NHS are just a couple of things that need to be sorted out.
However we residents groups can always do this ourselves if necessary.
For example I believe in calling a spade a spade, the Transportation department under this Council is hopeless, drop curbs are too expensive and the state of our roads are awful in places.
We residents groups should make it plain to the Council this is not good enough.
The Council tax is far to high for the service we receive just look at the mess they are making of the green bag collection! As for discipline in our schools. Council inspectors should be out in force.
The Government also needs to get its own act together, the 10p tax fiasco and the amount of bureaucracy in our NHS are just a couple of things that need to be sorted out.
Thursday, 15 May 2008
LOCAL COUNCILLORS SURGERY DETAILS
We have been passed the following details by Councillor Keith Linnecor and we pass them on for your information.
Oscott Councillors Barbara Dring and Keith Linnecor, surgeries are as follows
Every Saturday morning 10.30 am at the 610 Community Centre.*
The First Wednesday in the month at 7pm at the 610 Community Centre*
The first Thursday in the month at 3pm at the Kingstanding Library.*
If you would like to contact them by phone please ring
Councillor Keith Linnecor 360 6486
Councillor Barbara Dring 360 7565
Alternatively you can email
Keith.Linnecor@birmingham.gov.uk or
Barbara.Dring@birmingham.gov.uk
We will let you know the other Oscott Councillors details if he contacts us with them.
Oscott Councillors Barbara Dring and Keith Linnecor, surgeries are as follows
Every Saturday morning 10.30 am at the 610 Community Centre.*
The First Wednesday in the month at 7pm at the 610 Community Centre*
The first Thursday in the month at 3pm at the Kingstanding Library.*
If you would like to contact them by phone please ring
Councillor Keith Linnecor 360 6486
Councillor Barbara Dring 360 7565
Alternatively you can email
Keith.Linnecor@birmingham.gov.uk or
Barbara.Dring@birmingham.gov.uk
For those with genuine mobility problems please ring the above Tel No and arangement may be made for a home visit if necessary.
We will let you know the other Oscott Councillors details if he contacts us with them.
Sunday, 4 May 2008
DISABLED DROP CURBS STILL NEEDED
The Oscott Disability Group along with the Oscott Residents Association, are continuing to call on this Councils Transportation department, to take disabled residents rights seriously.
For example disabled residents (and mothers with prams for that matter) should not be forced into the road, because we can not get our Wheel chairs/ scooters on and off the pavement due to the lack of disabled drop curbs. Thankfully we have a champion in Councillor Keith Linnecor who is constantly approaching the Transportation department about this matter on our behalf.
G. Hough
ODG
For example disabled residents (and mothers with prams for that matter) should not be forced into the road, because we can not get our Wheel chairs/ scooters on and off the pavement due to the lack of disabled drop curbs. Thankfully we have a champion in Councillor Keith Linnecor who is constantly approaching the Transportation department about this matter on our behalf.
G. Hough
ODG
ELECTION RESULT
ORG would like to congratulate Councillor Green on his election on Thursday. We hope when learns the ropes and gets to know the area better we will be able to work with him. This would of course have to be in a non political way.
ORG were sorry to see Former Councillor John Cotton loose his seat as he had always worked well with all our groups and was always available to listen to our concerns. He worked hard for residents in the area also. He can console himself that he was only defeated because of national issues and if the tide turns we are sure he will return in some way. We all wish John the very best of luck and once again thank him for his efforts over the years.
ORG were sorry to see Former Councillor John Cotton loose his seat as he had always worked well with all our groups and was always available to listen to our concerns. He worked hard for residents in the area also. He can console himself that he was only defeated because of national issues and if the tide turns we are sure he will return in some way. We all wish John the very best of luck and once again thank him for his efforts over the years.
Monday, 28 April 2008
ALDRIDGE ROAD AN ACCIDENT WAITING TO HAPPEN
Many resident are complaining about speeding traffic on the Aldridge Road. Following representations from the Oscott Residents Association, the Police recently carried out some speed survey work between the Boars Head and Greenholm Road and it is hoped that this may help convince the Councils Transportation department to do something to deal with the problem?
N. Quinn ORA
N. Quinn ORA
Saturday, 26 April 2008
UNWARRANTED ATTACK ON COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVE
There was an completely unwarranted attack on one of the Oscott Resident Groups leading members in the letter pages of the Great Barr Observer, (April 25th) by a local resident (MrF).
This resident condemned a previous letter by Mr Quinn (Chair Oscott Residents Association) published in the Great Barr observer, which pointed out that at a meeting, (see previous Post) Councilor Linnecor had informed members that they should get hold of an important Centro Document concerning Bus use in the future.
From the tone of the residents letter (we will not give him the satisfaction of naming him) political implications were made regarding Mr Quinns letter. To see that this was clearly nonsense ORG would recommend you read Mr Quinns letter for your self, (Great Barr Observer 18th April)
We tend to think in the letter attacking Mr Quinn, there is a give away line which talks about the resident who is complaining about Mr Quinn," only seeing Tory leaflets"
It is very sad when for what must be misguided "political reasons" those like Mr Quinn who try and help improve his local community, must have to put up with such nonsense. There were also comments made about the ORA not been known or advertised.
For the record there is information about the ORA in Local Libraries and Community Centres. There are also occasional news letters and of course this blog.
ORA and the ORG work with Local Councillors when it is appropriate but are non political and we are not under the control of the Local Council who ever may be in charge.
This resident condemned a previous letter by Mr Quinn (Chair Oscott Residents Association) published in the Great Barr observer, which pointed out that at a meeting, (see previous Post) Councilor Linnecor had informed members that they should get hold of an important Centro Document concerning Bus use in the future.
From the tone of the residents letter (we will not give him the satisfaction of naming him) political implications were made regarding Mr Quinns letter. To see that this was clearly nonsense ORG would recommend you read Mr Quinns letter for your self, (Great Barr Observer 18th April)
We tend to think in the letter attacking Mr Quinn, there is a give away line which talks about the resident who is complaining about Mr Quinn," only seeing Tory leaflets"
It is very sad when for what must be misguided "political reasons" those like Mr Quinn who try and help improve his local community, must have to put up with such nonsense. There were also comments made about the ORA not been known or advertised.
For the record there is information about the ORA in Local Libraries and Community Centres. There are also occasional news letters and of course this blog.
ORA and the ORG work with Local Councillors when it is appropriate but are non political and we are not under the control of the Local Council who ever may be in charge.
Monday, 7 April 2008
ORG EXECUTIVE REPORT APRIL 08
The ORG held its quarterly Executive meeting Saturday 3rd April. Councillor Keith Linnecor attended as our guest and informed us of the proposals by Centro to look at the future of the bus and its use in the West Midlands. Unfortunately there was only one Transforming Bus Travel in the West Midlands document available, as none of the community Groups had ever been sent one (is this consultation?). Councillor Linnecor went through the document with us and urged our groups requests these documents be sent to us by Centro so that we can look at them in more depth.
The lack of meaningful consultation by Centro is shameful. Thanks however to Councillor Linnecor now that the consultation period has been put back to June and we have been made aware of the document we can look into this issue. They have already got away with altering the 655 and the 376 bus routes we must keep any eye on them.
SOME OTHER ISSUES OF CONCERN.
ORG group leaders were also concerned about the lack of action by the Birmingham City Council with regards to speeding through out various parts of the ward. The Police have however been looking at the Aldridge Road near the Boars Head.
Although Anti social behavior is still a problem in some parts of the ward notably in Dormington Road,Policing in the area is generally quiet.
There is still however problems with cars using disabled drop curbs to drive and park on pavements in the area.
On a brighter note the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve is going from strength to strength and we would like to thank Councillor Keith Linnecor for his efforts as chair. Tree planting has been completed, bird and bat boxes are expected to be put up later this year and there will be wild flower planting and litter picking sessions also later this year.
There is another joint community groups leaflet being put out in parts of the ward and this has details of this blog on it.
The joint Saturday morning community drop in sessions every Saturday at the 610 Community Centre are still going well and a number of issues are been raised by local residents.
SOME OTHER ISSUES OF CONCERN.
ORG group leaders were also concerned about the lack of action by the Birmingham City Council with regards to speeding through out various parts of the ward. The Police have however been looking at the Aldridge Road near the Boars Head.
Although Anti social behavior is still a problem in some parts of the ward notably in Dormington Road,Policing in the area is generally quiet.
There is still however problems with cars using disabled drop curbs to drive and park on pavements in the area.
On a brighter note the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve is going from strength to strength and we would like to thank Councillor Keith Linnecor for his efforts as chair. Tree planting has been completed, bird and bat boxes are expected to be put up later this year and there will be wild flower planting and litter picking sessions also later this year.
There is another joint community groups leaflet being put out in parts of the ward and this has details of this blog on it.
The joint Saturday morning community drop in sessions every Saturday at the 610 Community Centre are still going well and a number of issues are been raised by local residents.
Wednesday, 2 April 2008
LOCAL BLOG WATCH
As bloggers our selves? We have decided to keep an eye on other local bloggers and give you a report on them.
Councillor John Cotton Oscott Blog details http://cllrjohncotton.blogspot.com/
Not a bad blog, nicely set out, plenty of links and plenty of pictures. Not updated to regularly though. Local and Council news and some comments regarding family matters.
Councillor Keith Linnecor Oscott Blog details
http://keith.linnecor.blogspot.com/
An active blogger with a blog which is kept well updated with plenty of pictures. Plenty of local news and some of a more general nature such as the activities of the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve.
Conservative Candidate Graham Green. Oscott
http://www.myspace.com.grahamgreen/
Hard to say much as he has not bothered much with his blog. Nothing of interest on it at the moment and it has not been updated this year. Disappointing really.
Councillor Zoe Hopkins Kingstanding Blog details.
http://cillrzoehopkins.blogspot.com/
A well set out blog, nice and bight in colour, not many pictures. More political than the others, but there are a number of interesting posts and a number of links. Could be updated more however.
Councillor John Cotton Oscott Blog details http://cllrjohncotton.blogspot.com/
Not a bad blog, nicely set out, plenty of links and plenty of pictures. Not updated to regularly though. Local and Council news and some comments regarding family matters.
Councillor Keith Linnecor Oscott Blog details
http://keith.linnecor.blogspot.com/
An active blogger with a blog which is kept well updated with plenty of pictures. Plenty of local news and some of a more general nature such as the activities of the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve.
Conservative Candidate Graham Green. Oscott
http://www.myspace.com.grahamgreen/
Hard to say much as he has not bothered much with his blog. Nothing of interest on it at the moment and it has not been updated this year. Disappointing really.
Councillor Zoe Hopkins Kingstanding Blog details.
http://cillrzoehopkins.blogspot.com/
A well set out blog, nice and bight in colour, not many pictures. More political than the others, but there are a number of interesting posts and a number of links. Could be updated more however.
Friday, 28 March 2008
THE OSCOTT RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION
The Oscott Residents Association are a group of residents who have the interests of Oscott at hart. We have no political allegiance but recognise to get things done we need to work with our local councillors. We appreciate that they have been very helpful in the past.
We do not accept the notion of artificial boundaries in the Oscott Ward the way some community groups have and we try to represent all Oscott residents. We are independent of the Council authorities and often criticise some of the dafter things they do.
We meet most Saturday mornings at 10.30am at the 610 Community Centre along with other community groups (ORG) and we often discuss issues of importance with local residents at these sessions. If you would like to meet us why not pop along and have a cup of tea with us and tell us what you think about the Oscott area. We also help put out joint community group leaflets and help organise occasion public meeting. For more details please ring 464 1869
We do not accept the notion of artificial boundaries in the Oscott Ward the way some community groups have and we try to represent all Oscott residents. We are independent of the Council authorities and often criticise some of the dafter things they do.
We meet most Saturday mornings at 10.30am at the 610 Community Centre along with other community groups (ORG) and we often discuss issues of importance with local residents at these sessions. If you would like to meet us why not pop along and have a cup of tea with us and tell us what you think about the Oscott area. We also help put out joint community group leaflets and help organise occasion public meeting. For more details please ring 464 1869
Thursday, 20 March 2008
LOOKING AFTER WITTON CEMETERY
Since it opened in 1863, Witton Cemetery has provided the final resting place for many Brummies. Situated in the south eastern corner of the Oscott Ward, it includes two memorial gardens, several war memorials and an impressive Anglican chapel - the spire of which dominates the landscape for several miles.
The Friends of Witton Cemetery were formed following the recommendation's of a Scrutiny committee led by Oscott Councillor Keith Linnecor a couple of years ago, from amongst the local community.
These residents have since worked tirelessly to preserve the cemetery and to ensure a greater awareness of its unique history and place in the life of our city. They have now launched their own website, which provides an excellent insight into the story of the cemetery and some of the projects that the Friends are currently working on. For further information about the Friends of Witton Cemetary Tel 464 1869
The Friends of Witton Cemetery were formed following the recommendation's of a Scrutiny committee led by Oscott Councillor Keith Linnecor a couple of years ago, from amongst the local community.
These residents have since worked tirelessly to preserve the cemetery and to ensure a greater awareness of its unique history and place in the life of our city. They have now launched their own website, which provides an excellent insight into the story of the cemetery and some of the projects that the Friends are currently working on. For further information about the Friends of Witton Cemetary Tel 464 1869
THINGS TO DO IN OSCOTT FOR THE ELDERLY
A number of elderly residents in the Oscott area some times say there is very little for them to do. With this in mind the Oscott Elderly Residents Groups now meet most Saturday mornings at 10.30am at the 610 Community Centre for a chat and a cup of tea.
Elderly residents can also contact Age Concern who hold a meeting where various activities take place on a Thursday at 2pm at the Emanuel Church Kingstanding Road. The Kingstanding Pensioners Convention are looking for New member, they campaign on behalf of elderly residents in the area. There are also many other activities designed for the elderly in Oscott.
If you or any one you know would like to know more about what is happening in the Oscott area why not contact Maureen Byrnes (Chair OERG) via the Oscott Ward Support Officer 464 1869.
LOCAL ELECTIONS MAY 1st
ORG strongly recommends every adult in Oscott should vote at this years Local Elections and every other one for that matter.
Why vote? Because in a democracy that’s the way you can get things done and if you don’t vote you can not justify complaining about things.
Who should you vote for? ORG are none political but believe the needs of Oscott should come first. Read any election material you receive, Keep an eye open for press articles etc and think carefully about what the candidate has done or tried to do in the past for Oscott. Ask questions about what that candidate is trying to do for this area.
Why vote? Because in a democracy that’s the way you can get things done and if you don’t vote you can not justify complaining about things.
Who should you vote for? ORG are none political but believe the needs of Oscott should come first. Read any election material you receive, Keep an eye open for press articles etc and think carefully about what the candidate has done or tried to do in the past for Oscott. Ask questions about what that candidate is trying to do for this area.
Saturday, 15 March 2008
QUESLETT NATURE RESERVE NEW TREE PLANTING SESSION DATE MARCH 22ND
There will be a new tree planting session at the Queslett Road. This will take place on the 22nd March at 10am. The meeting place will be the Ashworth Road Entrance.
If you would like to take part (everyone is welcome) please bring a spade and be prepared to roll up your sleeves. Litter picking will also take place.
For more details about the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve, the organising group please ring either Mr Trevor 464 1869 or the FQNR Chair Councillor Keith Linnecor 360 6486.
We would like to thank BOSF for their funding which has helped to pay for a new Web Site and equipment which we will be using to improve the Queslett Nature Reserve.
Please help the environment and wild life in the Oscott area by getting involved.
If you would like to take part (everyone is welcome) please bring a spade and be prepared to roll up your sleeves. Litter picking will also take place.
For more details about the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve, the organising group please ring either Mr Trevor 464 1869 or the FQNR Chair Councillor Keith Linnecor 360 6486.
We would like to thank BOSF for their funding which has helped to pay for a new Web Site and equipment which we will be using to improve the Queslett Nature Reserve.
Please help the environment and wild life in the Oscott area by getting involved.
Thursday, 13 March 2008
HELP PREVENT CRIME IN OSCOTT JOIN THE N.P.I
The Kingstanding Neighbourhood Police Initiative (N.P.I) is a small band of dedicated volunteers who work closely with the Police with the aim of creating a better understanding between them and the local community. In our view it is it is better to try and reduce crime than to simple complain about it.
We are looking for volunteers who can spend a couple of hours each month working from our room in the Kingstanding Police Station disseminating information out to our Street Coordinators and through them to the general public. (Police checks will be required for those wishing to carry out this important role)
The types of information we give and is crime trends in the local area and where applicable warnings to be on guard against a particular crime.
Our Volunteers (Sector Coordinators) also receive information from our Street Coordinators which they pass on to the Police intelligence section in order to try and reduce crime in the area.
The NPI with the aid of Councillor Keith Linnecor and the Police also on occasions carry out crime prevention leafleting and organise public meeting where the Police can inform the public of their activities and also listen to any the problems residents have.
If you would like more information please Telephone 464 1869 for details.
We are looking for volunteers who can spend a couple of hours each month working from our room in the Kingstanding Police Station disseminating information out to our Street Coordinators and through them to the general public. (Police checks will be required for those wishing to carry out this important role)
The types of information we give and is crime trends in the local area and where applicable warnings to be on guard against a particular crime.
Our Volunteers (Sector Coordinators) also receive information from our Street Coordinators which they pass on to the Police intelligence section in order to try and reduce crime in the area.
The NPI with the aid of Councillor Keith Linnecor and the Police also on occasions carry out crime prevention leafleting and organise public meeting where the Police can inform the public of their activities and also listen to any the problems residents have.
If you would like more information please Telephone 464 1869 for details.
THE AIMS OF THE FRIENDS OF THE QUESLETT NATURE RESERVE
FRIENDS OF THE QUESLETT NATURE RESERVE
CODE OF PRACTICE AND AIMS
Our main aim is to improve the Queslett Nature Reserve for the wild life and those who use the Reserve.
Members should respect the wildlife and the environment in the Queslett Nature Reserve.
Members should be careful not to disturb the wild life in the QNR
Members are encouraged to do what they can to increase the membership of the F.Q.N.R.
Members should be considerate of other members and the general public.
Members should work with their committee and the Birmingham Council Leisure Services department to improve the QNR.
No pruning, construction work or any similar occurrence should take place without the permission of the relevant Birmingham City Council officer.
Any member seeing an unlawful act such as vandalism should report the matter to the Parks department or the Police as necessary. We are the eyes and ears of the reserve and act as a Reserve watch.
Members have no additional authority where the QNR is concerned.
Any fund raising or publicity regarding the FQNR must be undertaken with the agreement of the Executive Committee and be cleared by the Chair
Members should also consider the surrounding area’s environmental needs (including the near by Aldridge Road Recreation Ground )
The FOQNR is a voluntary organisation.
Note
When working in the Queslett Nature Reserve the safety of you and those around you is of paramount concern please take care at all times.
When attending out door events at the Queslett Nature Reserve please come prepared for the weather
LOCATION The Queslett Nature Reserve is located off Old Horns Crescent where it has an entrance (near the Queslett ASDA superstore) and has another main entrance in Ashworth Road. There are 2 other entrances off Booths Lane at present.
Useful contact No
Police -emergences 999
Police -general enquires / reports 0845 113 5000
Parks -department 464 8728 / Park Patrols 464 7810
Oscott Ward Support Officer- Mike Trevor- 464 1869
Chair FQNR - Councillor Keith Linnecor 360 6486
CODE OF PRACTICE AND AIMS
Our main aim is to improve the Queslett Nature Reserve for the wild life and those who use the Reserve.
Members should respect the wildlife and the environment in the Queslett Nature Reserve.
Members should be careful not to disturb the wild life in the QNR
Members are encouraged to do what they can to increase the membership of the F.Q.N.R.
Members should be considerate of other members and the general public.
Members should work with their committee and the Birmingham Council Leisure Services department to improve the QNR.
No pruning, construction work or any similar occurrence should take place without the permission of the relevant Birmingham City Council officer.
Any member seeing an unlawful act such as vandalism should report the matter to the Parks department or the Police as necessary. We are the eyes and ears of the reserve and act as a Reserve watch.
Members have no additional authority where the QNR is concerned.
Any fund raising or publicity regarding the FQNR must be undertaken with the agreement of the Executive Committee and be cleared by the Chair
Members should also consider the surrounding area’s environmental needs (including the near by Aldridge Road Recreation Ground )
The FOQNR is a voluntary organisation.
Note
When working in the Queslett Nature Reserve the safety of you and those around you is of paramount concern please take care at all times.
When attending out door events at the Queslett Nature Reserve please come prepared for the weather
LOCATION The Queslett Nature Reserve is located off Old Horns Crescent where it has an entrance (near the Queslett ASDA superstore) and has another main entrance in Ashworth Road. There are 2 other entrances off Booths Lane at present.
Useful contact No
Police -emergences 999
Police -general enquires / reports 0845 113 5000
Parks -department 464 8728 / Park Patrols 464 7810
Oscott Ward Support Officer- Mike Trevor- 464 1869
Chair FQNR - Councillor Keith Linnecor 360 6486
Wednesday, 12 March 2008
STOP CARS PARKING IN BUS BAYS
The Oscott Disability Group think it is about time the Council and the Police sorted out those motorists who park in bus bays. Many of the buses in the Oscott area now have the kneeling facility which means they can dip down at the specially constructed curbed bus bays in order for those in wheel chairs (or those parents using the bus with a pram) to get off the bus more easily. When the bus can not get to the curb at a bus bay because a motorist has parked there it means the wheel chair user (or those with a pram) have trouble getting off the bus.
This is why the ODG are calling for tougher action to be taken against these motorists.
This is why the ODG are calling for tougher action to be taken against these motorists.
HAVE YOUR SAY DAY REPORT
The Oscott have your say day took place on Saturday. There were a number of the Oscott community groups represented they, including the Oscott Residents group, The Oscott Elderly residents Group, The Oscott Disability Group, the Oscott Housing Liaison Board, The Neighbourhood Watch and NPI.
We spoke to many local residents from Oscott and the surrounding area about a number of subjects. These included anti social behaviour particularly in Kingstanding, the poor state of some of our roads and the need for more things to do for the kids.
On the day it self a large number of children were present and gave us their views.
It is to be hoped that the leaflets/ information given out by the Council officers and organisations like pertemps will be of value to residents.
The ORG would like to thank the Oscott Ward support Officer Mr Trevor and all those other officers who helped on the day. We would also like to recognise the help and support of our local Councillors Keith Linnecor, Barbara Dring and John Cotton who were there most of the day answering questions.
We spoke to many local residents from Oscott and the surrounding area about a number of subjects. These included anti social behaviour particularly in Kingstanding, the poor state of some of our roads and the need for more things to do for the kids.
On the day it self a large number of children were present and gave us their views.
It is to be hoped that the leaflets/ information given out by the Council officers and organisations like pertemps will be of value to residents.
The ORG would like to thank the Oscott Ward support Officer Mr Trevor and all those other officers who helped on the day. We would also like to recognise the help and support of our local Councillors Keith Linnecor, Barbara Dring and John Cotton who were there most of the day answering questions.
Thursday, 28 February 2008
OSCOTTS HAVE YOUR SAY DAY EVENT
As part of the Oscott Have Your Say Day event on Saturday March 8th members of the Oscott Residents Groups will be on hand to let you know about our organisations and to listen to what you have to say.
The Oscott Residents Association (Chair Nigel Quinn)
The Neighbourhood Police Initiative (Senior Organiser Brian Brookes)
The Oscott Disabilities Group (Chair George Hough)
And
The Oscott Elderly residents Group (Chair Maureen Byrn)
And a number of other community group representatives all hope to be on hand at some point during the day.
There will also be a chance to meet and discuss your views with Oscott Councillors; Council officers such as the Oscott Environmental Warden and Oscott ward Support officer for example.
There will be a number of goodies for youngsters and information packs about a number of issues will be available.
THE HAVE YOUR SAY UNIT WILL BE LOCATED AT THE HAWTHORN ROAD IN THE MORNING AND ON THE KINGSTANDING CIRCLE ON THE AFTERNOON.
Please come along we would like to meet you and it is your opportunity to say what you think about the Oscott area and the services you receive from the Council and other authorities. It is also a good opportunity to find out about what is happening in the Oscott area with information about youth activities, activities for the elderly in the Oscott area and what is happening at the Queslett Nature Reserve.
For further information please ring 464 1869
The Oscott Residents Association (Chair Nigel Quinn)
The Neighbourhood Police Initiative (Senior Organiser Brian Brookes)
The Oscott Disabilities Group (Chair George Hough)
And
The Oscott Elderly residents Group (Chair Maureen Byrn)
And a number of other community group representatives all hope to be on hand at some point during the day.
There will also be a chance to meet and discuss your views with Oscott Councillors; Council officers such as the Oscott Environmental Warden and Oscott ward Support officer for example.
There will be a number of goodies for youngsters and information packs about a number of issues will be available.
THE HAVE YOUR SAY UNIT WILL BE LOCATED AT THE HAWTHORN ROAD IN THE MORNING AND ON THE KINGSTANDING CIRCLE ON THE AFTERNOON.
Please come along we would like to meet you and it is your opportunity to say what you think about the Oscott area and the services you receive from the Council and other authorities. It is also a good opportunity to find out about what is happening in the Oscott area with information about youth activities, activities for the elderly in the Oscott area and what is happening at the Queslett Nature Reserve.
For further information please ring 464 1869
WE WANT ACTION ON TRAFFIC CALMING
We want to see more traffic calming measures in Oscott. We have no criticism for our local Oscott Councillors who work with us to try and get more traffic calming measures in the Oscott area and are not in power, but we are disgusted with the lack of action by the Council.
Birdbrook Road, Old Oscott Lane, Hawthorn Road, Southgate Road and Dunedin all are constantly over looked when it comes to traffic calming measures. We are not just on about speed humps by the way. There are a number of other ways to slow down traffic. Let’s see something being done.
Birdbrook Road, Old Oscott Lane, Hawthorn Road, Southgate Road and Dunedin all are constantly over looked when it comes to traffic calming measures. We are not just on about speed humps by the way. There are a number of other ways to slow down traffic. Let’s see something being done.
Tuesday, 26 February 2008
KEEP OUR OSCOTT WARD SUPPORT OFFICER
The Oscott Residents Groups have recently learned that there may be a threat to the Oscott Ward Support Officer Post.
While we fully understand that the Council may need to cut back and indeed should cut back on a number of bureaucratic posts,but we are completely opposed too the possible loss of a Oscott Ward Support Officer.
This post has been one of the few successes in the new tear of local government (constituency) and the officers who work as ward support officers have a vital role in community capacity building. Ours also works hard helping ensuring the Oscott Ward receives funding for a number of local projects.
There are a large number of Council Post which are less needed then the Ward Support Officer post and of course there are now numerous consultants who are on fat cat wages working for the Council who no one would miss if they went tomorrow.
ORG are calling on the Birmingham City Council to retain the Oscott Ward Support Officer Post.
While we fully understand that the Council may need to cut back and indeed should cut back on a number of bureaucratic posts,but we are completely opposed too the possible loss of a Oscott Ward Support Officer.
This post has been one of the few successes in the new tear of local government (constituency) and the officers who work as ward support officers have a vital role in community capacity building. Ours also works hard helping ensuring the Oscott Ward receives funding for a number of local projects.
There are a large number of Council Post which are less needed then the Ward Support Officer post and of course there are now numerous consultants who are on fat cat wages working for the Council who no one would miss if they went tomorrow.
ORG are calling on the Birmingham City Council to retain the Oscott Ward Support Officer Post.
QUESLLET NATURE RESERVE TREE PLANTING SUCCESS
The Oscott Residents Groups weer delighted to help out the Friends of Queslett Nature Reserve with their recent tree planting project at the reserve. Over 200 shrubs have been planted along the Booths Lane boundary fence. This should go some way to help uplift the reserve and protecting wildlife in the future.
Also helping out on the day were Khalid Mahmood MP and Councillor John Cotton (Oscott), Councillor Kieth Linnecor who chairs the Friends of Queslett Nature Reserve and their committee are to be applauded for the work they have done.
Also helping out on the day were Khalid Mahmood MP and Councillor John Cotton (Oscott), Councillor Kieth Linnecor who chairs the Friends of Queslett Nature Reserve and their committee are to be applauded for the work they have done.
Tuesday, 22 January 2008
OSCOTT DISABLED RESIDENTS CALL FOR MORE ROAD SAFETY MEASURES
The Oscott Disability Group is continuing to press the Birminghanm City Council to introduce more road and pavement safety measures in the Oscott area. This is not just about introducing the dreaded speed hump but more about sensible measures. For example a traffic lights at the Greenholm Road, Aldridge Road junction. Improvements to the Hawthorn Road pedestrian and traffic light system and erecting bollards near disabled bay drop curbs to ward off parked cars.
The Current Councils attitude to road and pavement safety has in our view been very poor for the last few years.
The Current Councils attitude to road and pavement safety has in our view been very poor for the last few years.
QUESLETT NATURE RESERVE COMMUNITY WATCH
With the help of the Police the Friends of the Queslett Nature Reserve are setting up a Reserve Community Watch.
After an initial training a group of memmers will from time to time patrol the reserve with Police CSO to act as a deterrent to anti social behavior on it and to help give reassurance to the users of the reserve.
or if you would like to take part in the many other activities of the F.O.Q.N.R please contact the Chair of the Friends of the Q.N.R Councillor Keith Linnecor on 360 6486.
After an initial training a group of memmers will from time to time patrol the reserve with Police CSO to act as a deterrent to anti social behavior on it and to help give reassurance to the users of the reserve.
or if you would like to take part in the many other activities of the F.O.Q.N.R please contact the Chair of the Friends of the Q.N.R Councillor Keith Linnecor on 360 6486.
Wednesday, 16 January 2008
QUESLETT ROAD ACTION IS NEEDED
ORG are appalled at the lack of action regarding much needed road safety measures for the Queslett Road. For most of last year we along with a number of other local resident Betty Whitehouse, Maureen Byre and of cause Councillor Keith Linnecor presented petitions and wrote various letters to authorities asking for action all to know avail.
We will continue to back Councillor Keith Linnecor in any attempts he makes to get the various authorities connected with the Queslett Road to take action and appeal to other polititions to do the same and to stop making childish political points over the matter as one did last year.
Let us all hope 2008 is the year something gets done.
We will continue to back Councillor Keith Linnecor in any attempts he makes to get the various authorities connected with the Queslett Road to take action and appeal to other polititions to do the same and to stop making childish political points over the matter as one did last year.
Let us all hope 2008 is the year something gets done.
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