Good afternoon, I have a couple of local matters to report on:
Memorial Park lights: it is very disappointing that the lights have still not been repaired, I have seen Electricity North West carrying out tests etc but there is still no illumination. Because of this the Council have been asked by your local Councillors to provide immediate temporary lighting in the main car park and outside the scout hut and senior citizens hall. Thanks to those who took the time to speak to me when I spoke to park goers on Tuesday evening.
Grit bins: Thanks to those who spoke to me about refilling the bins before the weather gets colder and also those who offered suggestions of locations which would benefit from a bin. Those locations have been passed forward to Council officers for consideration. As there have been bin collection issues over the past few Months I have a concern this could happen with gritting so it is great that as a community we can be there to assist if need be.
Police: Those who read community posts may be aware that communication with our local Police team has been ongoing following issues in parks etc. Last night at the full Council meeting we met the new Police commander for Stockport (John Webster). He was very positive about how he wants to drive our policing forward but was also openly honest in his view of the current standards. He has a real desire to return to active policing with key focuses being on convictions, crime reduction and care of residents. As a group his approach went down very well and results are already happening. Colin Macalister and I both asked questions relevant to Marple and we were impressed with his direct approach in wanting to help where we live.
Finally, smoke alarms. With Christmas coming up it’s a good time to check your alarms are working correctly. If you are need of alarms then please call the Fire Service on 0800 555 815 and alarms will be fitted and provided at no cost to the caller.
Kind regards and stay safe
Steve
