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Have Your Say – Bradley Stoke Way – Proposed Pedestrian Crossings

Thursday, February 2nd, 2012

The Council proposes to install Toucan type pedestrian crossings across Bradley Stoke Way, Bradley Stoke east of its junction with Wheatfield Drive.

Full details of the proposal, together with a plan, and a statement of the Council’s reasons have been deposited and may be seen free of charge at Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre and Library during normal library opening hours.

This consultation will close on 8th February 2012. You can also access the necessary information by following the link below:

https://consultations.southglos.gov.uk/consult.ti/PT.4310BradstkwyToucan/consultationHome

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October is Active Mind Month in South Gloucestershire

Sunday, September 11th, 2011

From foraging for fungi to volunteering at a nature reserve, South Gloucestershire Council is encouraging residents to get active in October.

Look out for details of the programme of events that has been organised to celebrate Active Mind Month which aims to challenge, entertain and inspire the whole family to get out and about, or learn a new skill this autumn.

There will be the opportunity to start a new hobby, become a volunteer, join a community group, go on an owl prowl, listen to new music or research your family history – the list is as long as your imagination.

Some of the many events include:

• Fungi forays in local woods with local mycologist Justin Smith to learn more about the various mushrooms and toadstools
• The psychology of penalty taking with Dr Ken Bray of Bath University
• An evening of stargazing
• Workshops on using a digital camera, IT and social media sites
• Tony Prescott from Aardman Animations will guide you through the wonderful world of animation, from story boarding to puppet making

Cllr James Hunt, executive member for communities, said: “South Gloucestershire Council has worked with many local groups, individuals and businesses to provide an exciting month of activities with the aim of getting as many of our residents as possible to become more active in their communities.

“Research has shown that people who regularly take part in activities and are not only more mentally active, but tend to be happier and healthier too. We want everyone in lead healthier lives and South Gloucestershire wants everyone to have an active mind in an active body.”

The official launch of Active Mind Month takes place at Yate Library on Saturday 1st October at 2pm with Dodington Parish Band performing at the library.

Programmes with the full listings are available from any South Gloucestershire Council office, library or leisure centre or online here

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Relocation of the Town Council’s Offices – Your Views Matter!

Thursday, October 21st, 2010

Bradley Stoke Town Council is in the process of considering the possible relocation of its offices, currently situated at The Courtyard, Woodlands. Councillors and office staff feel that this location is not very convenient for residents and that it would be more beneficial for all parties if the Town Council offices were in a more central location, giving better accessibility for residents and a higher profile for the Council.

As there are a number of options that could be available and Councillors feel it is important to consult residents to find out their views.

The latest Town Council Newsletter is currently being distributed (by your Bradley Stoke Matters delivery team!) which contains more information and invites you to complete a form giving your views on the matter. Alternatively, this can be viewed on line and your opinions registered via the Town Council website. The deadline for your response is 10 December 2010 – so if you have an opinion, don’t let it go unheard, Act Now!

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Want to make Your community better?

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

If you are a resident of South Gloucestershire who cares about your community and wants to make it a place to be proud of, look out for a campaign that could be right up your street.

South Gloucestershire Council launched a radio and poster campaign on Monday (11th October), encouraging people who live in the area and want to get involved to help get things done to join a network of Safer Stronger Community Organisers.

Cllr Heather Goddard, executive member for communities, said: “There are many benefits to signing up, ranging from improving your skills and knowledge to get on at work and in life, to making real changes happen in your local community by putting forward your ideas and influencing local decision making. South Gloucestershire’s local campaign complements the coalition Government’s Big Society agenda which encourages more people to get involved in community life. You can register your interest at www.mybettercommunity.com whatever your age, but we are particularly interested in hearing from you if you are aged 18-35, as this age group isn’t represented enough and we want your voice to be heard.”

The campaign is running in conjunction with the coalition Government’s plans for a “Big Society” which encourages more people to get involved in community life.

Heart FM radio will be running radio advertisements between October 11 and 31, backed by a poster campaign and a webpage. There will be three evening information events held during November for people who have registered an interest in taking part; 10 November in Thornbury, 18 November in Yate and 24 November in Kingswood.

Further information is available on the website www.mybettercommunity.com or by calling 01454 868171.

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Would you like to make your area a better place to live, work and play?

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

Safer Stronger LogoThen why not get involved with your local Safer Stronger Community Group? It works with the Council, Police, Fire & Rescue and Health Authority to do just that.
This group has a say about the services that your community needs and receives. You can come along to a meeting, go on-line at: http://groups.southglos.gov.uk or call your Safer Stronger Communities Officer on 01454 868760.

Planning for Future Development - want to have your say on the South Gloucestershire Core Strategy, but need to find out more? The Core Strategy is the main planning document for guiding and managing new development and change in South Gloucestershire up to 2026. Its purpose is to identify where new housing and jobs will go, as well as protecting what is valued about the area. The Strategy will also identify what services, facilities and infrastructure (such as green spaces, roads, public transport, schools, shops and health centres) are needed and when and how this will be achieved.

Patchway

Wednesday 28th July 12 noon – 3pm. An SSCG display will be available during the Coniston Fun Day at part of a number of events/activities being run during the afternoon.  Information regarding Safer Stronger Community Groups and existing priorities will be available on the day.

Thursday 21st October 7pm Patchway Baptist Church, Amberley Road, Stoke Lodge, Patchway

Stoke Gifford

Wednesday 25th August 7pm Little Stoke Hall, Little Stoke Lane, Little Stoke, BS34 6HR
Wednesday 17th November 7pm Little Stoke Hall, Little Stoke Lane, Little Stoke, BS34 6HR

Bradley Stoke

Tues 19th October 7pm Baileys Court, Baileys Court Road, Bradley Stoke, BS32 8BH

Tues 18th Jan 2011 7pm Jubilee Centre, Savages Wood Road, Bradley Stoke, BS32 8HL

Filton

Tuesday 27th July 5pm meeting start followed on by Core Strategy Exhibition at 6.30pm, BAWA, 589 Southmead Road, Filton, BS34 7RG

Thursday 30th Sept 7pm Severnside Training Centre, Charborough Road, Filton

Tuesday 23rd Nov 7pm BAWA, 589 Southmead Road, Filton, BS34 7RG

Go on, get involved to get things done in your local area!

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Volunteers help to keep Little Stoke and Stoke Gifford safer

Thursday, May 13th, 2010

Volunteers from the community are helping neighbourhood police keep Little Stoke and Stoke Gifford safe. Since the volunteers signed up in autumn 2009 they have helped police identify anti-social behaviour (ASB) hotspots, enabled officers to seize alcohol from underage drinkers, identified 60 speeding vehicles and carried out community clean-ups.

Neighbourhood PC Mark Graham said: �We asked for volunteers to help us tackle the three issues that the community had told us were their priorities: speeding, ASB and littering.

�These people are making a real difference to their community. Making the neighbourhood safer and stronger is a team effort. Police work with other agencies like South Gloucestershire Council, but we need the support of local people as well.�

Volunteers are vetted and trained as:

� Community wardens, who patrol in pairs identifying potential ASB hotspots so that a police team can attend or

� Community Speed Watch members, who use speed guns to carry out checks on traffic at hotspots identified by residents. They take the registration details of speeding vehicles and the police send the drivers a warning letter.
People who volunteered to help collect litter were referred to an existing local group and the council�s Street Care team.

PC Graham said: �Information from the volunteers is helping us target our patrols more effectively to tackle community priorities. With just a few more volunteers we could make even more of a difference.�

Anyone who wants to join the volunteer group can contact the neighbourhood team at Filton Police Station by calling 0845 456 7000 or e-mailing ssnfilton@avonandsomerset.police.uk

The next public meeting to discuss policing priorities for the area will be held at Little Stoke Hall at 7pm on June 30 2010.

Anyone unable to attend the meeting can raise any policing issues with the team by calling Filton Police Station or visiting the police website – www.avonandsomerset.police.uk/inyourarea

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Bradley Stoke Library -Temporary Closure

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

Bradley Stoke Library will be closed from Monday 7 June – Sunday 11 July 2010 for the building of a much needed extension to the children’s library, increased staff workroom space and other improvements to be carried out as part of the Council’s �1 million three-year investment in library capital projects.

The library will reopen at 10.30am on Monday 12 July.

During the closure the library will be providing extended loan periods.

You can use any library in South Gloucestershire to borrow and return books and other library items. Your nearest alternative libraries are:

Yate Library, 44 West Walk, Yate

Filton Library, Shield Retail Park, Link Road, Filton

All libraries can be contacted on 01454 868 006

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