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« As reported in the Echo last summer, a 56-point draft Action Plan for Eynsham has been evolved from consultation with residents. Top priorities include activities for young people; affordable housing; more jobs and shops; more visible policing; less traffic and fewer heavy vehicles. REVIEW 2007/8 here.
Over 120 key organisations and individuals received copies of the full Parish Plan, which was grant-funded by Defra . Some of you also picked up a copy at the Village Open Day on 22 September. There are more in the Library if you haven't seen it yet; or download it here
POLICING received a major boost in September, with the arrival of our new Community Support Officers Helen Keen and Robert Hopping – pictured here. You can contact them on 08458 505 505.
The PARISH COUNCIL discussed items within its remit last October:
Provision of allotments – there appear to be no local people on the waiting list
Bike racks outside the Spar – under consideration
Witney Road play area and extension to basketball court – in hand
Maximising local use of the new Sports Hall – agreed to press for priority to be given to local groups once existing bookings expire at the centre
Public notice boards; a village map in the Square – under consideration; improvements agreed in principle
Review and improve signage – to be considered with District and County councils.
Clearance of ditches – checking ownership of land and possible labour supply.
The COUNTY COUNCIL has also provided a detailed response, which you can read in full here. Among other points:
Renewal of stiles/gates and signposts is in hand in liaison with the Parish Council: details here
“Unfortunately there is little capacity to extend provision (at the Youth Centre in Back Lane) without additional resources”. It does run all year round, though currently restricted to ages 13+: call Lynne Chapman on 01865 880630 email.
Damaged surfaces on roads and footways (kerbs/paving) can be reported direct to the Northern Highways Area Office on 0845 310 1111 email
The DISTRICT COUNCIL has taken action in several areas:
Witney Road Play Area – grant of just over £18,500 towards the project: easily the largest recreational award this year. A total of £28,000 was agreed for the entire district
Eynsham East Development – consulting with the local council on developer contribution/s, to compensate for any loss of amenity to the community
Back Lane Public Toilets – plans for replacement with a unisex toilet and retail unit (Lloyds chemist), with 2 flats above.
The TRAFFIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE meets only twice a year, but discussed several of the parking & traffic issues raised in the Plan on 16 January. These included bus lanes and the toll bridge; vehicle length/width restrictions; and parking - new campaign here.
VOLUNTEERS have opened up the Wharf Stream to enable canoes and small boats to access the Thames, with support from Siemens and a small grant from the Parish Council. They are also keeping a wildlife log – contributions welcome via The Talbot.
If you'd like more information – or if you'd like to help – please contact the Steering Group. Ring Chris Roles 01865 880674 or write to us c/o Eynsham Emporium or email eynsham- ci@ntlworld.com
EYNSHAM COMMUNITY INITIATIVE – Planning for Eynsham's future
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