Nathan reported that there are three main areas of
concern in North Baddesley. Fleming Avenue, where there were recent cases of
arson; Ringwood Drive, where there have been incidents of rowdy and
inconsiderate behaviour in the early hours of the morning; and Firgrove
Close, where there are ongoing problems with the cutway. Patrols will be
stepped up in these areas.
Police surgeries are starting again from 14th June on the 2nd and 4th Monday
of the month at 10am in the Community Life Centre.
Nathan attended the coffee morning at All Saints’ Church to meet residents
and agreed to visit the Over 60’s Club and the Friendship Circle.
The Football Day is going ahead as planned and the pitches will be cut and
marked out beforehand. The Historical Society and the Parish Plan will have
stands.
Plans for the Multicultural Village Day are progressing well. There will be
at least 35 stalls, a dog show, two arenas, a police stall and lots of
multicultural events.
The Chairman confirmed that he is again donating his allowance to the parish
this year.
Billy Williams attended to report that a grant is being funded by the
Football Association which will be used towards the cost of drainage for the
cricket field. Two new football pitches will then be marked out, creating a
wider range of pitches for the clubs. Outline permission for change of use
of the land will be sought from HCC.
July
The organisation of Village Day is progressing well.
About 40 stands are anticipated, a stage and PA system have been arranged,
the Police are having a stand and the Scouts are installing their swing
boat. There will not be a beer tent as a license could not be arranged at
short notice.
There are now about 12 young people attending the Youth Club and no more
trouble has occurred.
Advertisements have been placed for tenders for the Groundsman’s contract
and for a cleaner for the pavilion to ensure best value for the services
provided.
A representative from Hampshire and IOW Trust is treating Councillors to a
guided tour of Baddesley Common including Emer Bog in August. It is hoped
that a video of the tour will be taken and made available to all those who
are interested.
Permission for change of use of the cricket field to football pitches is
being sought from HCC. Consultation letters have been sent to residents of
the nearby cottages for their views.
Works by HCC to install dragon’s teeth on the verges along Hoe Lane have
been halted due to complaints from residents who have been parking there for
years. Further discussions will take place before a decision can be made on
whether or not the works should proceed.
The Chairman reported back on a meeting he had attended with Councillor Mrs
Tupper and Hampshire Highways representatives to discuss finalisation of the
proposed Highways improvements throughout the village. After discussion it
was agreed that a letter will be sent to Hampshire Highways indicating that
the Parish Council are still not in agreement with HCC’s interpretation of
the consultation with villagers.
Issues regarding use of the pavilion will be raised at a meeting with the
Football Clubs in the forthcoming week. The sign outside the pavilion has
been badly damaged by footballs being kicked against it, the pitches need a
break from football practice to allow for re-seeding and the alarm is
frequently being set off unnecessarily. It was agreed that any costs
incurred will be referred to those responsible.