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Parish Councillor Vacancy
Notice is hereby given that due to the resignation of Councillor Thomas Gates, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Parish Council.
A by-election to fill the vacancy will be held if ten electors for the parish give notice in writing claiming such an election to the Returning Officer not later than 6th October 2021
The Address of the Returning Officer is:
Ardip Sandhu
Returning Officer... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 16 Sep 2021 12:54 by Jacqui Storer
NDP Update
- Melbourne Neighbourhood Plan
Melbourne Parish Council submitted its draft Neighbourhood Development Plan to the District Council in July. A District Council officer's report will go to the EDS (Environmental and Development Services) Committee on 23rd September to allow the next stage, a statutory six-week consultation, to take place regardless of what restrictions may be imposed over that timeframe... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 13 Sep 2021 11:35 by Jacqui Storer
Thanks
The parish council extends its thanks and appreciation to the couple who on Sunday morning were out clearing up the mess around the bench opposite Sainsbury's; mess left by Saturday night drunks, this included vomit. A hugely unpleasant task. Saturday night was busy, lots of mess of many descriptions along virtually the length of Derby Road for our lengthsman to clean up so the help provided by this... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 13 Sep 2021 10:48 by Jacqui Storer
Vandalism
The public toilets have been temporarily closed due to serious damage caused by vandalism. The matter will be discussed by the council to consider the next steps. If anyone has any information regarding vandalism or anti-social behaviour in the area, please report it to the police by calling 101, or to Crimestoppers UK on 0800 555 111, as well as to the council by emailing clerk@melbourneparishcouncil.gov.uk... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 07 Sep 2021 09:31 by Joe Ward
Vandalism at the public toilets
Over the last few weeks the Parish Council has noticed increasing levels of vandalism beginning to take place at the new toilets
- the baby changing unit was damaged- soap dispensers burnt at the base- litter bin also shows signs of fire damage- there are clear smell and signs of drug use in the disabled toiletWhilst we have done our best to monitor the situation it has now escalated further this week... Read More »Posted: Fri, 03 Sep 2021 16:09 by Jacqui Storer
Tree works at the Old Burial Ground
The Parish Council will undertake works to the trees at the Old Burial Ground in Castle Street this autumn.
Following consultation with the South Derbyshire District Council tree officer, and in agreement with the Parochial Church Council, works will be to sympathetically prune native trees and remove trees alien to the area. In February of this year the public were invited to comment and make objections... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 19 Aug 2021 22:26 by Joe Ward
Proposed road closure at Blackwell Lane
Please be advised that there will be a road closure at Blackwell Lane between 23rd-27th August for scheduled gas repairs. The diversion route is pictured alongside and highlighted in purple.
Further information can be accessed through the link provided.
Posted: Sat, 24 Jul 2021 11:35 by Joe Ward
Proposed road closure at Packhorse Road-Kings Newton
Please be advised that there will be road closures at Packhorse Road and Kings Newton Lane in Melbourne, and Main Street in Kings Newton from 12th July to 16th July. The affected area is highlighted in red, and diversion routes are highlighted in purple.
Further information can be found at the link provided below.
Posted: Thu, 17 Jun 2021 16:10 by Joe Ward
Queensway Park community project
Melbourne Parish Council are looking for residents' opinions on the current use and condition of the park situated off Coronation Close on Queensway, and whether there is an interest in the community to undertake a project if a change or renovation were popular amongst people in the community. Therefore, we have provided a survey for residents to fill in with their thoughts, which can be accessed through... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 09 Jun 2021 18:30 by Joe Ward
New Parish Council website and Facebook page
Melbourne Parish Council is happy to announce that it's new website has gone live. This can be accessed at www.melbourneparishcouncil.gov.uk . The site provides information on the council, meetings, services and important local news. It also provides a community section, which lists local businesses and groups (this is still being added to), local news, and in the near future will show upcoming events... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 28 May 2021 12:00 by Joe Ward
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