Pennyquick Park - Bin update

We are really pleased to confirm that a works order has finally been put in to install a bin by the pedestrian gateway entrance of Pennyquick Park (near to Shaw's Way end).

The bin was promised to us and local residents and park users almost a year ago and we have been chasing for this to be put in ever since.

We are hopeful that this should be put in place in the next few weeks.

Kelston View - Rubbish Bin replacement

Last month a litter bin on Kelston View was removed without warning.  When we contacted the council we were told it was damaged and would be replaced when new bins were in stock.

Sarah Moore chased the council yesterday (04.02.2019) to see when the new bin would be replaced and received a response to say it would be installed by the end of the week.

We are pleased to say that the bin has been replaced this morning and hopefully this will help to reduce the amount of litter that has been appearing along the street.

If you have any similar issues, please do contact us.

Poolemead Road - Bin has arrived

We are really pleased to see, that after months of waiting, we finally have a bin on Poolemead Road next to the bus stop.

It may have taken a bit longer than we had hoped, but this one has now been installed and we hope it will help reduce the large amount of litter in this area.

We are continue to chase for the other bins we have been promised in Pennyquick Park and on Shaws Way/Watery Lane.

We are also monitoring litter levels elsewhere around Twerton and will look to get additional bins installed in litter hotspots in the near future.

New litter bin for Garrick Road

We are pleased that the council have agreed to the installation of a new litter bin on or near the footpath between 1 & 11 Garrick Road.

This comes after a request from local residents who complained that there was no where to deposit litter in the area.

We are determined that the area is as clean as possible and where we can we will get bins put in.

However it is also very important that people don’t drop litter and take it home with them if there is no bin to put it in.

Litter Bin by Bakers High Street

I have asked for the litter bin that has recently been removed in Twerton High Street to be replaced as soon as possible.

The bin that was removed is in an area where there is a heavy litter fall with take away shops close by.

I would hope to see the new bin shortly.

High Street ( new litter bin, Zebra crossing )

 I am pleased that the council have agreed to install a new litter bin at the bus stop on Twerton High Street that was not put in when the new bus shelter was installed last year. This will certainly help keep the High Street clear of litter.

I have also asked that the Zebra crossing is repainted as the surface is getting badly worn. I hope that the council will deal with this as soon as possible.

Many thanks to Bath & north East Somerset Council no sooner had this post gone up than the lines we're repainted

Shaws Way - Weeds and Rubbish

Sarah Moore next to bus stop on Shaws Way

Great walk around Twerton today with Councillor Tim Ball, shame about all the rubbish and weeds we came across.

I have requested a bin is put next to the bus stop on Shaw's Way to try and reduce the amount of litter that is constantly left on the grassed area near this bus stop.

I have also asked if the large amount of weeds that are on the steps that lead from Shaw's Way up to Sheridan Road are removed as when these get wet they are very slippery and make the steps quite hazardous.

Redland Park vandalism & litter

We have complained to the council about the amount of rubbish left in Redland Park after waste collection day on Tuesday and have asked that the mess is cleaned up as soon as possible.


We have also drawn to the attention of Curo that two of the litter bins that were only recently installed in Redland park have been tipped over in a mindless episode of vandalism. Curo have already arrange a job order to sent the contractor back to site to reinstate the buns.

Litter bins Hollow &

We are pleased that the litter bin has been replaced at the Hollow and also that the litter bin that was broken at Freeview road has also been replaced.

We are keen to ensure that all of the litter bins in the area are fully functional and are fit for purpose.

If you know of any bins that need replacing then please let us know.

Redland Park

I have been into see Curo with regards to the promised litter bins in Redland park. At the fun day earlier this year residents indicated where they would like to see the bins situated on a map.

Curo are now checking to see what budget that they have for the bins and then we should be in a position to work out the final location for the bins and then have them installed.

By Councillor Tim Ball

Redland Park Fun Day plus

A fun day is being put on for residents of Redalnd Park for Wednesday 28th August to take place at Pennyquick Playing fields from 3pm till 6pm.

The Fun day will be primarily for the residents of Redland Park and is being organised jointly between Curo and Time Bank Plus who are introducing a new worker into the area to encourage residents of the estate to take part in the time bank ethos.

In the light of this I have organised a litter pick in conjunction with the council on the same day starting at 2pm from the bus shelter at Pennyquick View to cover the Redland Park estate please come and join me if you can.

Residents will also be able to make comments on what plans Curo have for the area and what improvements they would like to see made including the location of the new litter bins that Curo have promised us that they are going to install.

Many stalls are being organised with advise and information about Welfare reform and Universal credits and how this will affect you.

A few weeks ago I attended the meeting that decided to put this event on and I would like to pay credit to Curo, Time Bank Plus, and the council officers that have also helped bring this forward in a very short period of time.

At the fun day their will be many items for the children including the young at heart such as a bouncy castle and competitions and fun things to do.

So if you have the time on your hands, need some advice or just want a bit of fun the this one is for you.

Highland Road Litter Pick

Your Local Councillors Tim Ball & Gerry Curran have carried out a litter pick in Highland Road on Friday morning supported by several local residents, these are part of the regular letter picks that we carry out every Friday.

In all we have removed quite a few bags of rubbish and have left the area much cleaner that when we found it.

Cllr Gerry Curran said: "This area always seems to be in a mess and we are keen to find out why. It could be rubbish sacks not being cleared away or it could be the lack of a litter bin."

We are considering getting a litter bin put in place but want residents feed back please let us know what you think.

by Councillor Tim Ball

Six to Fix for Twerton

Tim, Gerry and your Twerton Lib Dems are fighting for the things that matter to you.

Currently we are campaigning to:

1. Resolve parking issues on grass verges.
2. Improve Innox Park with a footpath and a new gate.
3. The remodelling of the High Street.
4. More litter bins and noticeboards.
5. The reforming of the Woodland Forum with more council support.
6. Improve the appearance of the railway arches along Lower Bristol Road.
   

If there are things we should be campaigning for in your area, please contact us.

Litter Bin Cleeve Green

We have asked that this litter bin is emptied and the mess around it cleaned up ASAP.

We would like to know who is dumping here if you know then please contact us.

New Litter bin requested

Worn out bin Cleeve Green

Please Change me I'm broke

We have asked for a new litter bin to be installed at Cleeve Green as the current one is no longer fit for purpose.

We would hope that the new bin would be in place shortly.

Litter Bin High Street

    Replace me I'm Broke

We have asked for the litter bin in Twerton High Street outside of the former Marjorie Whimpster Home in Twerton High Street to be replaced as soon as possible.

The bin although it looks serviceable it is broken at its base and needs to be replaced.