Sunday 30th August
Spent a large part of the day helping out with a Local Government bi-election in Sparkbrook. I am expecting the turnout to be very low as judging from the canvassing that I have done, people are still fed up with MPs and their expenses. Whilst I don't expect the Conservatives to win. It is important for councillors to go and help in these challenging areas as there are not many helpers and we need to try and get more of a presence here.
Monday 31 August 2009
Friday 28 August 2009
Alcohol License Application, Durnford Croft
I have been notified of another alcohol license application on Druids Heath, this time at Durnford Croft.
• I am concerned that this will lead to more anti-social behavior which is already a problem within the area.
• Litter is already a problems within the area despite the increased resources that are put into the area. Again I believe this will add to this.
• This could lead to the selling of cheap alcohol as there are other stores selling alcohol nearby. There has been a recent license to sell alcohol on Pound Road that was given approval. There are already problems of alcohol within the area, this is just the sort of thing that will add to this.
If you wish to object to this application ref no. 62852 you can so by contacting
Licensing Section, Crystal Court, Aston Cross Business Village, 50 Rocky Lane, B’ham, B6 5RQ, Tel: 0121 303 9896, E-mail: licensing@birmingham.gov.uk.
• I am concerned that this will lead to more anti-social behavior which is already a problem within the area.
• Litter is already a problems within the area despite the increased resources that are put into the area. Again I believe this will add to this.
• This could lead to the selling of cheap alcohol as there are other stores selling alcohol nearby. There has been a recent license to sell alcohol on Pound Road that was given approval. There are already problems of alcohol within the area, this is just the sort of thing that will add to this.
If you wish to object to this application ref no. 62852 you can so by contacting
Licensing Section, Crystal Court, Aston Cross Business Village, 50 Rocky Lane, B’ham, B6 5RQ, Tel: 0121 303 9896, E-mail: licensing@birmingham.gov.uk.
Thursday 27 August 2009
One Way problems in All Saints Road
Thursday 27th August
Following several enquiries within the last few days I have written to the council about the problems with no entry/ one way signage issues at the corner of All Saints Road/ Abbots Road.
The no entry signs at the junction with Abbots Road are not very well placed and currently do not face the correct way. The problem isn't helped by the fact that lorries leaving Sainsburys drive down the wrong way of the road.
Following several enquiries within the last few days I have written to the council about the problems with no entry/ one way signage issues at the corner of All Saints Road/ Abbots Road.
The no entry signs at the junction with Abbots Road are not very well placed and currently do not face the correct way. The problem isn't helped by the fact that lorries leaving Sainsburys drive down the wrong way of the road.
Tuesday 25 August 2009
Old Petrol Station, Bells Lane
Tuesday 25th August
I have had several recent enquiries about what is happening with the old petrol station on Bells Lane, Druids Heath, by the British Legion Club.
I have been informed by a council officer that there are no plans. In February 2005 approval was given for erection of a driving test centre on the site. However, I understand that the Driving Standards Agency is no longer pursuing that proposal.
I have had several recent enquiries about what is happening with the old petrol station on Bells Lane, Druids Heath, by the British Legion Club.
I have been informed by a council officer that there are no plans. In February 2005 approval was given for erection of a driving test centre on the site. However, I understand that the Driving Standards Agency is no longer pursuing that proposal.
Monday 24 August 2009
Catch up
24th August
I have been away over the last week and come back to 400 emails and 200 letters. This is where I wish I had someone do to my admin. People think that councillors have back room staff to do all this work, if only. Luckily there doesn’t seem to be any major problems whilst away. Leaflets going out, canvassing being done and some residents enquiries have been resolved.
I have been away over the last week and come back to 400 emails and 200 letters. This is where I wish I had someone do to my admin. People think that councillors have back room staff to do all this work, if only. Luckily there doesn’t seem to be any major problems whilst away. Leaflets going out, canvassing being done and some residents enquiries have been resolved.
Friday 14 August 2009
Crossing Bells Lane/ Kimpton Close
Friday 14th August
I have been contacted by some residents who have heard that a crossing will be built at Bells Lane /Kimpton Close. I have written in support of a proposal for a crossing here, and this also has support from Centro, National Express and Diamonds Buses. This scheme is still in its infancy stage, with information gathering currently underway. The Council will be carrying out a feasibility assessment and will consult me on the design proposals. The Council are looking at having a pedestrian refuge here.
I have been contacted by some residents who have heard that a crossing will be built at Bells Lane /Kimpton Close. I have written in support of a proposal for a crossing here, and this also has support from Centro, National Express and Diamonds Buses. This scheme is still in its infancy stage, with information gathering currently underway. The Council will be carrying out a feasibility assessment and will consult me on the design proposals. The Council are looking at having a pedestrian refuge here.
Thursday 13 August 2009
Alcohol License Haunch Lane
Thursday 13th August
I have written a letter of objection to the selling of alcohol from the post office on Haunch Lane, see letter below.
In my role as Ward Chairman of the Brandwood Ward Committee I would like to comment upon the recently application for the selling of alcohol from the Post Office on Haunch Lane, Kings Heath. It is proposed for opening hours from 7am to 11pm, 7 days a week.
• I am concerned that this will lead to more anti-social behavior and it is currently a hot spot.
• Litter is already a problems within the area despite the increased resources that are put into the area. Again I believe this will add to this.
• This could lead to the selling of cheap alcohol as there are other stores selling alcohol nearby. Where measures have been put in place in the city centre to stop the selling of cheap alcohol this has helped reduce alcohol related problems. There are already problems of alcohol within the area, this is just the sort of thing that will add to this.
I have written a letter of objection to the selling of alcohol from the post office on Haunch Lane, see letter below.
In my role as Ward Chairman of the Brandwood Ward Committee I would like to comment upon the recently application for the selling of alcohol from the Post Office on Haunch Lane, Kings Heath. It is proposed for opening hours from 7am to 11pm, 7 days a week.
• I am concerned that this will lead to more anti-social behavior and it is currently a hot spot.
• Litter is already a problems within the area despite the increased resources that are put into the area. Again I believe this will add to this.
• This could lead to the selling of cheap alcohol as there are other stores selling alcohol nearby. Where measures have been put in place in the city centre to stop the selling of cheap alcohol this has helped reduce alcohol related problems. There are already problems of alcohol within the area, this is just the sort of thing that will add to this.
Wednesday 12 August 2009
50 Bus Terminus
Tuesday 11th August
I had busy day in the ward delivering leaflets in Kings Heath and Druids Heath, attending the Druids Heath Neighbourhood Board meeting and a site visit about the 50 bus terminus. A good day to be out and about as the weather was so hot. A bit too hot to be delivering leaflets.
The main items that came up at the Board meeting were facilities for children, dispersal orders and funding for the area.
The purpose of the 50 bus terminus meeting was to look at issues around rubbish and the bus drivers going to the toliet around the area. It was agreed to look at putting a toilet there and trying to get joint funding for this.
I had busy day in the ward delivering leaflets in Kings Heath and Druids Heath, attending the Druids Heath Neighbourhood Board meeting and a site visit about the 50 bus terminus. A good day to be out and about as the weather was so hot. A bit too hot to be delivering leaflets.
The main items that came up at the Board meeting were facilities for children, dispersal orders and funding for the area.
The purpose of the 50 bus terminus meeting was to look at issues around rubbish and the bus drivers going to the toliet around the area. It was agreed to look at putting a toilet there and trying to get joint funding for this.
Tuesday 11 August 2009
Residents meetings
Monday 10th August
A busy day attending various things within the ward and around Birmingham.
In the morning I attended the demolition of 171 Sunderton Road an old community building. A few knocks from the digger and its over. This will be replaced by a new facility opposite.
In the afternoon I attended a street stall that was being organised by a charity Compassion in world farming. They were trying to highlight issues around animal welfare. I was the only councillor out of 120 that took up the invite to visit tyhe stand.
In the evening I attended the Druids Heath Neighbourhood Tasking meeting. The main issues that arose were anti social behaviour on Shrewton Avenue, dispersal orders and the increase in Quad bikes.
A busy day attending various things within the ward and around Birmingham.
In the morning I attended the demolition of 171 Sunderton Road an old community building. A few knocks from the digger and its over. This will be replaced by a new facility opposite.
In the afternoon I attended a street stall that was being organised by a charity Compassion in world farming. They were trying to highlight issues around animal welfare. I was the only councillor out of 120 that took up the invite to visit tyhe stand.
In the evening I attended the Druids Heath Neighbourhood Tasking meeting. The main issues that arose were anti social behaviour on Shrewton Avenue, dispersal orders and the increase in Quad bikes.
Grass verge cutting
Friday 7th August
The cutting of the grass verges is going well and everywhere looks good apart from the verge alongside the cemetery in Broad Lane which has not been cut, and is now overhanging the road in places and obstructing the view along Broad Lane for people exiting the cemetery. I have written to the Council to request that this is done ASAP.
The cutting of the grass verges is going well and everywhere looks good apart from the verge alongside the cemetery in Broad Lane which has not been cut, and is now overhanging the road in places and obstructing the view along Broad Lane for people exiting the cemetery. I have written to the Council to request that this is done ASAP.
Thursday 6 August 2009
Bus changes
Thursday 6th August
Whilst the council are not responsible for buses, I have had a lot of contact about the recent changes and I have been in regular contact with National Express over the last few months, trying to make sure that our area is covered well by bus services.
The main points from the network review of buses are:
27 will turn around at Alcester Lane End (near Wynfield Gardens /Leander Gardens ) rather than Allens Croft Road /Vicarage Road
The 85 will cease to exist
The 76 will run 4 times an hour and will go via Grove Road - Brandwood Road - Dawberry Fields Road - Doversley Road - Brandwood Park Road - Brandwood Road - Grove Road - Vicarage Road then onto Solihull .
The changes to the 76, 85 and 27 will happen from 6th September - no date has been set for the other changes but I assume they will be later this year.
Whilst the council are not responsible for buses, I have had a lot of contact about the recent changes and I have been in regular contact with National Express over the last few months, trying to make sure that our area is covered well by bus services.
The main points from the network review of buses are:
27 will turn around at Alcester Lane End (near Wynfield Gardens /Leander Gardens ) rather than Allens Croft Road /Vicarage Road
The 85 will cease to exist
The 76 will run 4 times an hour and will go via Grove Road - Brandwood Road - Dawberry Fields Road - Doversley Road - Brandwood Park Road - Brandwood Road - Grove Road - Vicarage Road then onto Solihull .
The changes to the 76, 85 and 27 will happen from 6th September - no date has been set for the other changes but I assume they will be later this year.
Wednesday 5 August 2009
License Application Jays, Pound Road
Wednesday 5th August
The application by Jays on Pound Road, Druids Heath went to the Licensing Sub Committee C today and was given approval for the selling of alcohol. I did write a letter of objection based around crime hotspot and anti social behaviour but to no avail.
Concern has been raised with me, that at the meeting documents from the previous application were not allowed to be introduced at this hearing and a police inspector attended and wasn't allowed to speak.
The application by Jays on Pound Road, Druids Heath went to the Licensing Sub Committee C today and was given approval for the selling of alcohol. I did write a letter of objection based around crime hotspot and anti social behaviour but to no avail.
Concern has been raised with me, that at the meeting documents from the previous application were not allowed to be introduced at this hearing and a police inspector attended and wasn't allowed to speak.
Tuesday 4 August 2009
Speed warning signs
Tuesday 4th August
Birmingham City Council has placed two Speed Warning Signs (also known as Driver Feedback Signs) at selected locations along Brandwood Road. Residents will know that the section between the Red Lion Public House to the mini-island on Woodthorpe Road regularly experiences speeding traffic. The signs, which will remain in place for a designated period of time, will remind drivers that 30 mph is the lawful speed in a built-up area.
Birmingham City Council has placed two Speed Warning Signs (also known as Driver Feedback Signs) at selected locations along Brandwood Road. Residents will know that the section between the Red Lion Public House to the mini-island on Woodthorpe Road regularly experiences speeding traffic. The signs, which will remain in place for a designated period of time, will remind drivers that 30 mph is the lawful speed in a built-up area.
Resident's issues dealt with
Monday 3rd August
One of the main reasons that people come to councillors is that they get fed up with getting passed from person to person. Councillors usually know who is the correct person to speak to. I am pleased that a number of local issues have been sorted out over the last few days including lighting repaired at Dunster Close, lamp post painted at Poston Croft and litter removed from Broad Lane. Any local issues let me know and I will try and address them.
One of the main reasons that people come to councillors is that they get fed up with getting passed from person to person. Councillors usually know who is the correct person to speak to. I am pleased that a number of local issues have been sorted out over the last few days including lighting repaired at Dunster Close, lamp post painted at Poston Croft and litter removed from Broad Lane. Any local issues let me know and I will try and address them.
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