Minutes:
Removal of Grey Post Boxes
The grey post boxes are still in situ and are decaying further. The Post Office is responsible for their removal.
Commemorative Stones
It was concluded that a lot of discussion has taken place over a few years as to where to place these stones with a board. The stones were once part of the Sandhurst Primary School, which now houses the Poundstretcher store.
The Civic Society considered taking on this Project but as the lettering on the stones were faint and required attention at a cost, it has agreed it could not take forward the project.
Councillor Kaufman was carrying forward the project. It appeared the discussion had come to an impasse and a suggestion was made to discontinue the project.
Oadby Swimming Pool Site
The Council is still considering the best options for the use of this site.
Stoughton Road Double Yellow Road Markings
The double yellow markings have now been completed.
Oadby Cemetery
It was reported that there was no sign of damage caused by a fallen tree. A resident stated the cemetery was untidy and the top end looked “scruffy”.
Launde School and Parent Parking on Grass Verges
The Police have patrolled this area. They saw no one parked on the grass verges. On the Launde School on Uplands Road significant damage was seen. The Police have been informed.
A Proposal for a Seat by the A6
A resident brought in a written proposal for the purchase and fitting of a refurbished seat. The seat works out cheaper than buying a new one. Buying more than one seat would not alter the cost.
The seat is to be placed on land adjacent to the A6 traffic island and Florence Wragg Way. It will act as a resting point for tired walkers. The proposal costs £875. A vote was taken on the proposal. The proposal was accepted.
Two Bins Requested on the A6
A resident requested two bins to be placed on the A6. One city bound and one county bound. Photographs were received of the proposed area where the bins are to be placed.
Action:
Costings are to be sent to the resident to support the proposal. The resident is expected to return with a costed proposal to the September meeting.
A Dustbin Proposed for Fairfield Road
A dustbin was proposed at the previous meeting to be placed on a lamp post at the bottom of Fairfield Road jitty.
Action:
Check with the street furniture officer whether dustbins can be mounted on lampposts.
Fludes Lane Path Repair
The gravel has degraded on parts of the path. It becomes muddy and impassable with flooding on a rainy day. It was reported that the paths repair will be in the 2018 Capital Programme.
Action:
Check which part of the 2018 Capital Funding Programme the repair falls under and report back to the Forum.
Community First Responders Jackets
An award to purchase two florescent jackets costing £80 each was given to the Community First Responders. One of the jackets should be able to fit a female Responder.
Funding and Installing a Defibrillator on Oadby Parade
There was discussion on the purchase and installation of a Defibrillator which was meant to be placed on the Parade. The Co-op has since purchased and installed a Defibrillator in the area previously identified. It was suggested that residents may feel some apprehension at operating this machine without some kind of training.
Bring an update report on the status of the award for purchasing and fitting the machine, include an audit of where other defibrillators have been fitted and find out what training exists that can be provided on how to use them.
Concern of Residents about a Derelict House and Residents` Safety
A group of residents have expressed concern about the state of a property which is a potential safety risk, particularly to children.
Two Ward Councillors have been made aware of this concern. The external walls have been taken down. It is also a site for fly-tipping. The Police have been involved as this is seen as an example of anti-social behaviour issue.
The residents are to write to the owner to request responsibility be taken for the maintenance of the property.
Parking Issues on the 31 and 31a Bus Routes
Residents have expressed concern about the buses and emergency vehicles being kept waiting due to inconsiderate parking on The Parade. This has the potential to endanger life especially if the emergency vehicles are blocked from progressing to emergencies in good time.
This issue was previously raised with Leicestershire County Council which responded by saying there was nothing they could do.
Action:
Residents requested the Chair send a letter of concern on behalf of the residents about this risk to residents and emergency services.
Damaged equipment in the little park at Morwoods
Sharp metal pieces sticking out of damaged play equipment in the park was reported.
Action:
This is to be reported to the Council`s Clean and Green Team.
Public Space Protection Orders
The current Dog Control Orders, which place restrictions on persons in control of dogs, are to be replaced. The Council wants residents’ thoughts on what should replace them.
Under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, local councils have a new power available to them called Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs). These Orders are intended to deal with a particular nuisance or problem in particular areas, for example, parks green spaces on estates.
The protection order can be defined by a local council and can be enforced by a Police officer, and authorised council officers. A breach of an order is a criminal offence.
Oadby & Wigston Borough Council proposes to introduce a PSPO to replace the existing Dog Control Orders that will expire at the end of September. Residents’ thoughts are invited to help the Council decide what the byelaws should be replaced with.
To have your say on the new proposed Dog Control Orders ,complete the Council’s short survey.
The survey closes at Midday, Friday 8 September 2017. Click the following link to open the survey.
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/2ZLTBPD.
For information about the Dog Control Order click the following link.
http://www.oadby-wigston.gov.uk/