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Your Views & Concerns.
Ref No. 20- 30/01/2007.
Open Space
I enjoy a game of football and even
cricket/rounders. This is the only area in the park that has enough
space for me and my friends to enjoy these sports. Skating/BMX is a
minority sport which we do enjoy occassionally but we like football and
other sports. I don't want to have to ask my mum to take me in the car
to find some open space for a kick about
Submission by:
Anonymous.
The facility that the Town Council is proposing for
Riverside Park is less than 6% of a site of nearly 40
acres. There will be considerable open space left for
the games mentioned in this section. Furthermore,
within walking/cycling distance of Riverside Park there
is Laurel Park off Rushey Way, and the Events Field off
Kilnsea. Both these sites, whilst being unsuitable for
the BMX/skatepark facility, have ample room for the
activities mentioned.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 19- 30/01/2007.
Shame on local CC
The letter that was sent to 500 houses notifying them of the public
meeting on Jan 8th, deliberately gave no hint to the size of this
development. What a pity they chose at such an early stage of the
project to with hold information, which was so key to the public
response, they would receive.
Does anyone still have a copy of the letter, I think they should send it
to the editor for publishing.
As for security of the site, I don't believe for one minute the policing
will be at all effective, as usual it will be reactive (if we are lucky)
and not proactive. It will fall to the residents to police the area as
usual.
Last Saturday there were motorbikes traveling at high speed across the
field. I didn't see any evidence of the police getting involved.
This type of development should be built more central to Earley and
under strict supervision at all times. Oh sorry that may take up
valuable building land, well tough! If everyone feels that this is such
an important facility they should put the money in to do it properly.
This is going to be a disaster and if it goes ahead we should make those
responsible for it's construction pay on Poll day.
Submission by:
Anonymous.
The letter sent out on 12th December did not
‘deliberately give no hint to the size of the
development’. What it did do, however, was to invite
interested residents along to a public meeting on 8th
January to view the proposed plans for the facility and
learn more about the project, including its size. Full
contact details were given on the letter and anyone not
certain about what might be discussed at the meeting, or
requiring more details of the proposal had ample
opportunity to contact the Council Offices prior to the
8th January to find out any details (as
indeed a couple of people did).
I am quite happy to supply a copy of the letter for
publishing on this Forum if required.
The issue of security of the site has been dealt with
elsewhere on this Forum.
With regard to the motorbikes on the site last Saturday,
if the author would be good enough to let me know at
approximately what time he contacted the Police about
this, I will be more than happy to take up the matter
with the local sector inspector, and particularly as it
does appear that there was not an adequate police
response.
We did look at other areas in Earley for siting this
facility, and this issue has been dealt with elsewhere
on this Forum. Other than a small area in Hillside
Ward, the Local Plan for this area does not show any
available building land.
With regard to the final sentence, the comments are
noted. Should Planning Permission be granted for this
project, the Town Council has a vested interest to
ensure that it is not ‘a disaster’ as the writer
suggests. A well managed and well maintained facility
is far more cost effective to run and maintain than one
that is allowed to ‘get out of hand’, never mind the
negative feedback which the elected representatives
might receive.
Finally, with regard to the first section of this item
posted on the Forum “Shame on local CC”. This is a Town
Council initiative, the County Council have been
dissolved some six or so years ago in favour of a
Unitary Authority system of local government.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 18- 29/01/2007.
Very Unhappy About This !
This area is used by countless local
dog walkers, children and others. Areas like this are very rare in lower
earley. It was one of the main things that attracted me, and others, to
buy property in this area.
I am very surprised at the size of the proposed development. We will
loose a very significant area of recreational grassland.
There is already a problem with vandalism by passing teenagers to
property, trees, bridges etc. in the area. This will attract teenagers
from all directions which WILL, i'm afraid to say, increase occurances
of this vandalism. Noise, graffiti, litter, bad language WILL all
increase significantly also.
I don't disagree with the need for providing things for teenagers to do
but this is not the place for it. The people it will most affect are the
existing users of the area and the residents that live closest. This
section of people should be the ones who decide whether or not it should
go ahead....the people who have bought the houses and who chose to live
here.
I have some questions :-
1. What supervision is planned....community wardens, 24-7 CCTV, Police ?
2. Will it be locked and patrolled at night ?
3. What numbers of teenagers are expected to use the development ?
Submission by:
Anonymous.
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I think most of the comments here have been answered in
other sections below. However, I would reiterate that other
sites were looked at prior to Riverside Park, and this area
was the only one that met a number of the necessary
criteria. Furthermore, the position of the proposed
facility is in an area farthest away from houses, and, with
the ever present traffic noise from Lower Earley Way and
Rushey Way, there will be no noise intrusion to local
residents. The facility has been designed so that it is
more or less self contained and other than some banking, and
possibly the sight of a CCTV mast above the tree line will
not be noticeable from the main routes through the Park.
With regard to the specific points
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Answered elsewhere
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There is no intention to lock or patrol the area at
night on a regular basis. However, if there is evidence
of antisocial behaviour occurring when the facility is
closed (i.e. after dusk) youth workers, the police or
the PCSO will be asked to patrol as appropriate
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A high percentage of young people canvassed were in
favour of the provision of this facility. Until it is
built, we can not give numbers of the people who are
likely to attend. Ultimately, it will depend on the
quality of the facility, not only the design but also
how it is run and whether young people feel welcome
there and feel able to use it without interference.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk
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Ref No. 17 - 24/01/2007.
Picture of a local sign which is sited directly at the location where
the council are proposing to eradicate a local beauty spot enjoyed by
all age ranges. The sign is a direct reminder of how proud people are of
this area and I guess the council was too at one point. Surely this area
deserves more local protection as it is one of the only remaining areas
in Lower Earley that is natural, bearing in mind Lower Earley was (is)
part of one of the largest house developments in Europe. Surely we
should be able to protect this without building un-natural structures;
including what I am sure will be a large graffiti ridden concrete
structure.
Instead why are the council not trying to declare this a Local Nature
Reserve (LNR) or something similar to follow on with the proud history
as indicated by the information on the local sign?
Here is a statement from the sign….
“Preserving the past and planting the future – This woodland and meadow
area is managed by Wokingham District Council Parks and Open Spaces for
your enjoyment and for the benefit of wildlife”. It goes on to offer 2
phone lines for comments 0118 974 6341 / 42.
The sign also says “This area is still part of the floodplain and is now
a vital habitat designated a Wildlife Heritage Site (WHS) along with a
strip of wet riverine woodland along its edge”.
What does a Wildlife Heritage Site (WHS) actual mean? Surely it means
something good for our environment? I guess nothing to our local
council!
How many people out there would like the council to represent them in
protecting this area? Please either respond by adding you post or just
email the editor directly.
The following link shows what is required to register an LNR: -
http://www.english-nature.org.uk/special/lnr/lnr_why.htm
Submission by:
Anonymous.
Please see response to Ref 12 below
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk
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Ref No. 16 - 23/01/2007.
Pan Picture of Area to be destroyed
Showing most of the area that will be
lost by this development.
Submission by:
Anonymous.
The area will not be ‘destroyed’ or ‘lost’. It is
being adapted from and area of mown and rough grass to a
landscaped area offering leisure facilities. This park
is C40 acres and is one of the largest open spaces in
Earley and is currently used by a small percentage of
the population. Should we not make those open spaces
that we do have attractive to more residents?
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 15 - 19/01/2007.
About time the kids had somewhere to
go
I do believe that we have to sacrifice
something good to keep our kids entertained, and they have to build it
somewhere.
I'm afraid I don't have any children of my own but that’s not by choice,
and I know that I was a teenager once and didn't really have that much
to do and used to hang out on street corners, so to do this site I think
would be a positive move and keep the children off the streets which is
what the aim is for.
I would like to say I think this is a good idea and for you people that
think drugs, drink and vandalism is going to come with this I think its
sad, because its not even built yet so you are just seeing maybe what
kids are today and this is because they don’t have anywhere to go, and
hopefully this should keep them out of trouble. I do appreciate there
might be the odd one or two always is, but hopefully this can be sorted
early.
Weren’t you a kid once!!!!!.......People seem to forget about this. Also
what are your kids going to do when they get older if they haven't got
areas like this around for the kids to go and meet at?
I’ve seen some kids doing tricks on their bikes outside an office block,
which was pretty amazing, and they weren’t drinking, taking drugs (maybe
they might of damaged a wall) or being aggressive, they were just doing
what they enjoy being kids on there bikes trying to see who can do the
best tricks.
Submission by:
Anonymous.
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Thanks for the positive attitude.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 14 - 19/01/2007.
Comments to Earley Town Council
Please remember to send all your
comments and concerns about the BMX track and Skatepark to Maddy Bristow
who is the Deputy Town Clerk. She will be officially collecting all the
responses. We need to do this!
Please use the following email address.
deputy@earley-tc.gov.uk
Submission by:
Anonymous.
| Editor: Many thanks to you for this. I
have made a number of requests to the councilors for this
information on who to send feedback to, and have not
received any replies yet.
Forum entries up to this point have now been submitted to
Deputy Town Clerk. |
Ref No. 13 - 19/01/2007.
Guest Book and Mailing List.
A number of visitors have requested a
Guest Book
and Mailing List entry, so here it is.
Submission by: The
Editor.
Ref No. 12 18/01/2007.
Anonymous - Living - near,
appreciating, and not willing to loose this conservation site
This site was setup at least 15 years
ago and dedicated as a preserved conservation area for the Lower Earley
development (see the many notices at the site approaches about the wild
life around the present area). This area has matured into a tranquil
spot for residents to walk safely where birds, wild life and fauna have
developed in a natural environment. It is contrary to all the intentions
of the originators to discard this sanctuary place and turn it into a
play area for the youth of this community and thereby totally disregard
the rest of the community (who are many more in number) and who now
regard and treasure this place as a secluded and safe area to walk their
dogs, take recreational and health walks and bring their young children
to the play areas provided without fear of intimidation.
Reckless joy riding, excessive noise and gang meets around this
conservation site, will most certainly occur if this unsightly,
oversized and unwelcome facility is built here. It will spoil our only
pleasure park in this preserved area. Our right to a safe recreational
facility will be compromised if this skate park is centred here. Why
cannot it be put somewhere on a existing sports ground or facilities
more central to the lower earley conurbabation where it will not destroy
one of the few beauty spots we now have nor drive the bird, the wild
life and the fauna population away for ever.
Our councillors have no right or mandate and were not elected to destroy
our environment by imposing such havoc on this local community and its
peace preserve, if you dare to, expect the ballot box to turn against
you at the next election.
Submission by:
Anonymous.
The area of the Riverside Park site chosen for this
facility is the least attractive in terms of the flora
and fauna it contains, it being made up almost entirely
of mown and rough grass. Whilst the plans show the
removal of a small clump of ash trees to the centre of
this site, the plans also allow for numerous new trees
to be planted, as well as significant areas of
landscaping that can be shrub planted or planted with
‘meadow mix’ seeds which will actually offer an enhanced
habitat for birds and insects. Information we have
received about the ecological value of the site
indicates that this value is based around the riverside
and banks, not in the area where we are hoping to build
this facility. The Town Council takes the ecology of
the Town very seriously, and this can be seen by the
improvements in areas for which we have responsibility.
Biodiversity surveys have been carried out or are
programmed, in these areas and the management is aligned
to promoting biodiversity without loosing sight of the
original purpose of the areas in question. Whilst the
Town Council is keen to promote biodiversity, there is
also a responsibility upon it to try to provide for
shortfalls in facilities for all its residents,
including those who are most likely to use this facility
if it is built.
It would be wrong of the Town Council to pretend that
there is likely never to be any problem with this site
in terms of anti-social behaviour – indeed evidence was
given at the public meeting that there is already such
behaviour in the park, as there is regrettably, in other
areas in the Town, in this area of Berkshire and in many
other areas of the country. However, measures were
discussed at the public meeting as to how these could be
kept to a minimum or eradicated completely. Other sites
were investigated, but all those considered were
eventually dismissed for one reason or another. These
included – too close to houses, no safe access,
insufficient room, and in one instance, existing
designation of the land as playing fields for Maiden
Erlegh School. The Riverside Park site was deemed large
enough to take this facility, was far enough away from
existing houses not to create a noise nuisance
(particularly bearing in mind the existing traffic noise
already experienced in this area) and had safe access
for potential users via the existing cycle network and
signalised crossing in Rushey Way.
Councillors do have a mandate to try to provide
facilities for all sections of the Community and a
facility such as the one the Town Council is now trying
to provide has been requested time and again. Our
Councillors, who give of their time free of charge for
the benefit of the whole community, are elected to make
decisions on behalf of the community. It is recognised
that there may be, on occasions, some opposition to some
policies of the Town Council, but, Councillors have to
balance this opposition against the advantages to the
community as a whole. The setting of such policies, and
the making of such decisions cannot always be made with
‘an eye to the ballot box’.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 11 17/01/2007.
Alcohol designation order
Whilst I understand that alcohol
misuse and young people do not go hand in hand, this is an excerpt from
the Amenities & Leisure Committee meeting of Earley TC 25/10/06:
'Members were advised that Wokingham Town Council had stated its
intention to pursue an Alcohol Designation Order for all its parks and
skateboard areas due to the unusually high amount of vandalism,
anti-social behaviour and under-age and excessive drinking that had
taken place in those areas during the summer.
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In view of this, Councillors were asked to consider whether Earley Town
Council might also be involved in an Alcohol Designation Order for its
parks and open spaces, particularly as there was already a problem in
Sol Joel Park.'
If there is a known problem in the existing skate park in Earley, is it
not a possibility that the same problems will occur in the new area
planned, and will CCTV realistically reduce the occurrence? What are the
council planning to do with the CCTV footage - will someone be watching
and acting upon it 24 x 7 ?
Submission by:
Anonymous.
This section seems to relate specifically to the
consumption of alcohol. Evidence from other open spaces
throughout the District as a whole indicates that the
consumption of alcohol at the site will be a
possibility. Indeed the number of empty ‘alco-pop’ and
cider bottles found in the vicinity of the existing
children’s play area would suggest that this site is
already being used for that purpose. CCTV will assist
in identifying continual offenders and will also give
knowledge of whether excessive drinking is occurring at
any particular time of the day or week. However, the
Town Council has never seen the use of CCTV as a ‘cure
all’. It will be backed up by regular visits to the
site by the PCSO, youth workers and Town Council staff.
The CCTV will not be watched 24/7. At sometimes of the
day, and particularly, I would suggest, during term
time, it is unlikely that the facility will not be
greatly used.
The Town Council has recognised that the consumption of
alcohol is taking place at Sol Joel Park and is taking
the proactive step of considering the introduction of an
Alcohol Designation Order. This is to allow the police
to take prompt action against those illegally drinking
on the site, and particularly under age drinkers.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 10 17/01/2007.
Most Dangerous Road in Reading Cycle
Campaign
Small Quote from Reading Cycle
Campaign
Based on accident statistics for the period July 2001 to June 2004 Lower
Earley Way is the most dangerous road in the WDC area. scoring 50.5
points on the council’s system.
For info Lower Earley Way is the road that will run next to the BMX
track.
www.readingcyclecampaign.org.uk/pdf/RCC_Spring_2005.pdf
Submission by:
Anonymous.
As mentioned at the public meeting, this is intended to
be a facility for local people, the majority of whom
will come from the Earley area, and will access the site
from the existing cycle network in place along Rushey
Way and Kilnsea Drive; there will be no need for them
to be in Lower Earley Way. Whilst it is accepted that
part of the BMX track runs parallel with Lower Earley
Way North, there is an area of woodland, a path, an
embankment and a safety fence in between, so I regret I
am sure what point is being made here.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 9 17/01/2007.
Competition track
I understand that the BMX track,
although long enough, would not be classified as a location where
competitions would be held. Naturally the location can not afford this
as any increase in local parking in the local cul-de-sac is
unacceptable. Surely we should be encouraging teenagers to be
competitive and therefore give them a competition quality track but
somewhere where the funds would really work?
Submission by:
Anonymous.
The track proposed is not large enough to be a
competition track, both in terms of its length or its
width. I would concur with the view that we should be
encouraging teenagers to be competitive. However, if
the writer can suggest a suitable site within the Town’s
boundaries where such a track could be built we would be
happy to investigate it.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 8 17/01/2007.
Access to & enjoyment of the park
I live in a road which borders the
Riverside Park, close to the planned area and am concerned that the
development could increase foot traffic down the road. We do not have
pavements on our road which could make it dangerous to pedestrians. In
addition, I enjoy the fact that our road is relatively traffic and
pedestrian free. Are we aware if any review of access routes have been
made by the Council?
I also regularly use the playground which is sited adjacent to the
proposed bmx/skate parks, as well as walking around the park on a daily
basis. I am concerned that this development could change my enjoyment of
the area. Are there any similar developments where the effects have been
reviewed after the development has been built, that I can read?
Submission by:
Anonymous.
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I cannot comment specifically on this, as I do not know
where the author lives. However, the Town Council has
considered access to the site, which is why the plans
propose a much improved entrance to the park, and the
locating of this entrance immediately adjacent to the
pedestrian crossing in Rushey Way. It is hoped that this
will provide a safer entrance into the area which potential
users of the facility, and indeed people using the other
facilities of the park, will have the benefit of. Users of
the facility will be encouraged to cycle of walk to it, so
there may be an increase in pedestrian/cycle traffic,
depending on where the writer lives. The Town Council would
not be considering providing this facility if it was felt
that it would not be used.
I cannot comment on whether the writer’s “enjoyment of the
area” will change, as this is subjective. A search of the
Web will reveal where other facilities such as this have
been built and may answer this point.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 7 17/01/2007.
Flooding
A huge concern to all is the flooding.
The comment about only being on a Zone 3 flooding is slightly
misleading. It shows quite clearing on the Environment Agency maps this
area floods a lot. I have seen it flood every couple of years quite
severely and I believe it is very short sighted to think that by raising
a large amount of ground by any level will cause flooding elsewhere and
more un-predictably. The plans that were displayed by the council show a
small area next to the houses alongside Rushey way as the most likely
place that would be made to flood. This surely is not a good idea and
offers no safety net for the residents in the area. I believe the
Environment agency have guidelines and I am sure would not accept this
as a good move environmentally. Unfortunately however the Environment
Agency comments maybe sought often, but recently it appears ignored.
That is to say I believe that the hotel’s application to build further
footings into the flood plain was criticized by the Environment Agency,
but was still passed by our council.
During the meeting the council said they were awaiting feedback from
Environment Agency (a body quoting themselves as “We are the Environment
Agency. It's our job to look after your environment and make it a better
place - for you, and for future generations”).
Will the council listen to their recommendations whole heartedly? Will
the council accept their comments? For instance if they say that they
wont accept raising of the ground levels in that area, will the council
comply with a group trying to look after the environment?
I think the previous pictures just show how this area floods. Think
again.
Surely increasing the risk of flooding of houses / roads, and losing a
beautiful natural area of Riverside Park forever is not what people
want, especially SEERA (South East England Regional Assembly )(Our
vision of a better place for people and wildlife for present and future
generations)?
Submission by:
Anonymous.
The Town Council is aware of the site’s propensity to
flood and is continuing negotiations with the
Environment Agency. Planning Permission would not be
granted by the Local Planning Authority if the
Environment Agency was not happy that the flooding issue
had been satisfactorily dealt with.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 6 17/01/2007.
Comment on Policing
Having read the comment about
Policing, I am sure (although lets not get into quoting at this point)
that one of the “benefits” expressed at the meeting was that there are
many entrances / exits to the site allow youths who feel intimidated to
make a quick exit. Surely this then causes the Police issues. Already
the Police have little advantage on access to this site, most of the cul-de-sec
roads are quite tight, with only 1 vehicle access some distance away. I
really feel that this is not a good combination.
Also these are very hazardous sports and this area’s road system does
not really cater for emergency vehicle access.
Submission by:
Anonymous.
The plans currently under consideration do not allow for
the creation of any new entrances to the Park as a
whole, only the re-alignment of the existing entrance
beside Rushey Way to bring it in line with the existing
pedestrian crossing. It will also be necessary to
create a temporary vehicle access off Rushey Way to
bring in raw materials for the construction of the
facilities.
The site of the facilities will have more than one
entrance/exit into the rest of the Park for
safety/security.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 5 17/01/2007.
Windsor Skate Park
Old but interesting Skate Park Diary
in the Windsor area
www.thamesweb.co.uk/vansittart/update191101.html
Submission by:
Anonymous.
Noted – thank you I will have a look at this web site.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 4 16/01/2007.
Floodplain
I disagree that the area the planned
development is located is in the 1:100 years flood plain. If you use
this area frequently as I do you will know that this area of land has
flooded several times in the past 6 years. I have a couple of picture
taken form Jan 2001 which I would love to get published on this site to
remind people just how high the water can get.
I have contacted the environment agency about this and should hear back
soon. The 1:100 years flood area I believe to be the area closer to the
houses (other side of footpath) not the area where the development is
planned.
If more flood plain is provided as the plans suggest this will just take
away the possibility of extending the flood plain in the future.
Therefore leading to flooding for the local residents in the future."
I am very much against the skate park for many reasons but mainly the
flooding. Please can I email these photos I mentioned for you to
publish?
Submission by:
Anonymous.
| Editor: We are only to pleased to
publish photographs. Please email to editor@bmxskatepark.co.uk |
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Please see response to Ref 7 above.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
2001
 
2003
  
 
Ref No. 3 16/01/2007.
Floodplain
If this website is truly trying to be
unbiased I would be careful when you write...
"the Environment Agency had not yet issued approval of such a
development (although I am sure they are aware of the plans and have
probably given it a green light)"
Please note as it stands the complete development is on a 1:100 year
(zone 3) flood plain. From my understanding the EA has only be casually
consulted on the plans.
From the Earley Town council, Policy & Resources Committee minutes,
Youth & Community Sub-Committee, 27th June 2006
"With regard to the Skate Park, the Environment Agency had expressed
concern at the suggestion that it be located at the Riverside Park due
to the area being in a flood plain"
Regards,
Submission by:
Anonymous.
| Editor: Point taken, flippant remarks
not wise. I'll remove the comment. |
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Please see response to Ref 7 above
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 2 15/01/2007.
Proper "Policing" of area
How will this be managed and
controlled? Will there be someone "on duty" to ensure that it doesn't
become a place where youngsters come to cause trouble or take drugs,
smoke, etc. and also how do we ensure that paedophiles are not drawn to
this area as they know there will be an abundance of young people
present? Will it be Open and Closed at certain times, or can it be
frequented at any time?
My daughter and I walk our dog daily around the River Loddon "circuit" -
how can our safety be assured from gangs of youths if it is not properly
controlled?
Submission by:
Anonymous.
As mentioned at the public meeting, the Town Council has
already been in discussions with the Police, the PCSO,
and the local youth service about monitoring the
activities in the area. There is also an intention to
install CCTV. We can not ensure that youngsters will
not come to the site to take drugs, smoke, etc., neither
can we ensure that paedophiles are not drawn to the
area. However, the same can be said about any of the
existing open spaces in Earley, or indeed Wokingham
District as a whole. From the Town Council’s point of
view, we will try to ensure that, should such situations
occur, we have the mechanism in place to deal with them
quickly and effectively.
There will be prescribed times during which the facility
is open.
The users are likely to be based in and around the
facility, unless they are actually just arriving or
leaving. The Town Council does not envisaged ‘gangs of
youths’ as quoted by the writer, roaming about the Park.
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
Ref No. 1 - 12/01/2007.
Riverside Park is one of Earley's
wonderful scenic areas. The walks are beautiful and relaxing with nature in its abundance especially as spring arrives.
What will happen when 6% of the space becomes taken by the BMX
and Skate area?
What effect will this
have on the wildlife that frequents the area?
Why is the BMX &
Skate Park not being proposed somewhere more central to the Earley
residents?
Is this a "cheap build
it and forget" option that involves little or no ongoing cost to the
council?
Who are these
residents that have requested a BMX and Skate area and where are the
official results of this survey carried out by the council?
At last we have a
sensible plan for an outdoor area where people can gather and spend some
time enjoying the active and popular sport of BMX riding and
Skating/Skate boarding.
Earley does not boast
a large list of activity places for teenagers and this would go a long
way to providing a communal area that can be enjoyed by all.
The designs seem very
well put together and it is obvious that a lot of thought and effort has
been put in to them. Impact on the scenic views would be minimal with
trees around the park hiding the 2 meter height of the attraction.
Thought has been
given to using anti graffiti surfaces to ensure that the area does not
become an eyesore to the public.
Car parking has not
been allowed for on purpose, to help ensure that only local residents
will have easy access to the park.
Earley has been in
need of this type of attraction for a long time and it's good to see the
council considering these needs.
Submission by: The
Editor.
Seems to have been more than adequately dealt with –
thanks!
Maddy Bristow
Deputy Town Clerk |
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