Some of our redway signs were in a terrible state, worn, graffiti’ d, or sitting on the floor. Now Cllrs Jenni Ferrans and Vanessa McPake have paid for some to be replaced with their ward budgets, and Vanessa has got the sign at Chase Avenue back on its pole at last!
When people park or drive on our grass verges in winter, it really damages the verge! Please do not park on the verge, and please tell the Focus team if there are any more really bad spots. We have reported damage on Eridge Green, Crowborough Lane, Lichfield Down, Dunchurch Dale and Cloudberry, Walnut Tree.
Children in care are among our most vulnerable children but, with the help of foster carers, many succeed well. When the time comes to leave home, Lib Dems have ensured that they will be given the help finding accommodation that any parent would hope to give – advice on their options, and help with the rent deposit, or even a mortgage deposit.
Lib Dems put some extra items into the Council budget including:
Brinklow roundabout, at the junction of the H8 Standing Way A421 and the V11 Tongwell St A4146, is getting a facelift! Over the next month, till 9 May, it will be resurfaced completely, the underground cable ducts replaced, and the streetlights fixed. The junction will be completely closed from 9;30 to 4.30 daily. Please avoid the area if you can, to reduce congestion while this very busy junction is out of use.
Young people have had a tough time during lockdown, but the Youth Information Service can help. Jenni has given part of her ward budget to fund one-to-one counselling and advice. If you need help, ring 01908 892998, chat on messenger at m.me/YiSMentalHealth or see the website at www.mkyis.org.uk. Leo, who is a board member of YIS, says “The work they do helps young people work out how to deal with the problems they are facing. It’s a lifesaver.”
The Parish Council have been consulting about re-equipping Ulverscroft Play Area Monkston. See their website for more detail: www.kentshill-monkston-pc.org.uk Vanessa and Leo have given ward budget to refurbish benches and clear away the low rail.
Vanessa with local resident at Caldecotte Brook, Walnut Tree Heavy rain brings debris down river which Vanessa gets cleared. Now she is asking can you help watch for debris in either of our rivers?
Jenni Ferrans has been working with the shops and the Parish Council to arrange emptying of the litter bins at Monkston Park shops. Now that is working, Vanessa McPake has asked for a clean-up of the remaining litter. Please use the bins now!
Electric scooters are very popular – but the scheme is being abused. Scooters are being driven on pavements, left abandoned, and used by under-age drivers. Now Vanessa is working with MK Council to tighten up the scheme. if you spot any problems, please let Vanessa McPake know.