22 Thursday Sep 2011
Posted in local politics, Trinity Ward
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Sutton Trinity Ward Committee meets at 7.30 p.m. tonight, in the Crush Hall, Sutton Coldfield Town Hall.
Items on the agenda include:
14 Wednesday Sep 2011
Posted in Trinity Ward
The Leisure, Sport and Culture Committee heard an update this morning on the plans to reopen Sutton Coldfield Library. (suttonlibraryosreport)
The building was closed in April 2010, when asbestos was discovered during the course of a ‘modernisation and refurbishment’ programme and a huge amount of work needs to be done to get it up and running again. The cost of this work is likely to be in region of £1.8m.
At a time when libraries are being closed all over the country, my colleagues and I are determined to get the one in Sutton town centre reopened. Up until its closure last year, Sutton Library was the second busiest in the city and however much other libraries in the constituency are ‘taking up the strain’ it’s vital that we get the one at the centre of the town open again.
And although we’re going to need to ensure that we make more efficient use of the space, with other services likely to be occupying the building, I’m really keen that we have as much of a library facility as possible. It was confirmed to the committee this morning that councillors and ‘service users’ will be consulted once the detailed design is complete and I’m hopeful that the plans will be unveiled at the next Trinity Ward Committee meeting (Thursday 22nd September, 7.30pm at Sutton Town Hall).
The original money set aside for the ‘modernisation and refurbishment’ programme (£236,000) was clawed back into the central city council pot in 2010, when the building was closed. (see page 11: cabinetsuttonlibrary)
Now that the plans are coming together, I’ve asked for it back.
05 Monday Sep 2011
Posted in Trinity Ward, Uncategorized
Friday saw the official opening of the Our Place Community Hub in Farthing Lane, Sutton Coldfield and I was delighted to have had the chance to see the huge progress that has been made on what were, until recently, two derelict buildings. Established by the Sutton Central Group of the extended schools ‘cluster’, the self sustaining hub will deliver a wide range of services for the whole of the local community but will be particularly focused on children, young people and families. The centre will offer youth sessions, coffee mornings and parenting drop in sessions as well as counselling and support for carers. Organisations such as Relate, Carers UK and Mind have already signed up but the hub is open to suggestions of future services that could be provided.
01 Thursday Sep 2011
Posted in birmingham, Trinity Ward
Just received an update on the potentially toxic algae in Sutton Park:
The blue-green algae is a naturally occurring widespread phenomenon that declines with the autumn weather and is not uniquely linked to Sutton Park. BCC is following the advice of the Environment Agency and advising park owners to keep themselves and their animals out of affected water as a matter of good practice. Technically the hazard lies in ingesting considerable amounts of a scum that can develop in the presence of the algae. This hasn’t yet developed at Sutton Park.
Advisory notices have been placed at the two affected areas, Keepers Pool and Blackroot Pool, and ongoing observation and monitoring of the outbreak will continue.
Keeping out of any water is good practice for most people, but doesn’t extend to pool users for sailing, kayaking and angling. Those involved in such activities are generally familiar with these kind of risks and can manage the situation by following routine good practice. This often requires no more than simple soap and water washing after contact with water.
Expert advice can be sourced via the Environment Agency website or contact helpline 0870 850 6506.
04 Monday Jul 2011
Posted in birmingham, Trinity Ward
The Birmingham International Jazz Festival came to Sutton Coldfield at the weekend, with Teens Jazz Band Velke Losiny from the Czech Republic entertaining shoppers in the Mall on Saturday. There are further events lined up in Sutton over the ten days of the festival, including the New Orleans Jump Band at 12pm today (Monday) and Brooks Williams on Wednesday. Further details can be found here. A ‘yes’ vote in the Business Improvement District ballot later in the year should help bring in more events such as this, making our town centre a more vibrant place to visit (and boosting the local economy accordingly). I hope that all the businesses in the town centre are able to support the proposals – any wanting more information can contact Mike Bushell, the town centre manager, at mbushell@birminghamchamber.org.uk.
20 Monday Jun 2011
Posted in Trinity Ward
There will be a free collection of bulky household items from specified roads, as detailed below. Please put all rubbish out on the street by 8.30 a.m. on the day of collection.
Tuesday 21st June 2011:
Clifton Drive, Upper Clifton Road (to roundabout), Tudor Road, Lyndon Road, Park Road (roundabout to Brassington Rd)
Manor Road, Garrard Gardens, Chichester Court, Thames Court, Fawdry Close, Ryton Close
Wednesday 22nd June 2011:
Warmington Drive, Wyndley Drive, Manor Drive, Manor Hill, College Hill, Kenelm Road, Kenelm Court, Woodland Rise, Manor Way
The following cannot be collected: Bricks, Cement, Rubble, Gas Bottles, Asbestos, Car Parts (including tyres), Paint, Oil, Chemicals, Pianos, Refrigerators, Freezers, Washing Machines and Soil.
For any other Waste Management enquiries and collection of asbestos, refrigerators and freezers please ring 0121 303 1922.
If you are elderly or have disabilities and require assistance regarding the collection then please let BCC know beforehand by ringing 0121 303 1922.
11 Wednesday May 2011
Posted in local politics, Trinity Ward
Sutton Coldfield’s Town Centre Partnership will be hosting a free networking event on 24th May, at Oscar’s Restaurant, 5 Manor Road. With nearly 40 attendees at last month’s meeting, the event is a great opportunity for local business leaders to make new contacts and raise their profile.
To ensure your place, please confim attendance by emailing: suttoninpartnership@birmingham-chamber.com
Alternatively, contact me via this blog and I’ll make sure your details are passed on.
Date: Tuesday 24th May
Time: 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Venue: Oscar’s Restaurant
Cost: Free
Refreshments: Buffet
