The Association wrote to the Traffic Manager of First Bus regarding the 100 service suggesting that at 15.45 an additional bus from Chelmsford be run for the public since the school service bus does not go down Bell HIll. Additionally we sought an explanation, following the cancellation of the 37A off-peak service, for substituting the peak period small courier bus which ran every 10 minutes with a single deck bus running every 20 minutes. Another interesting point we asked to be clarified was what happens to the bus stop when a service is withdrawn and the stop is no longer required and in conclusion we asked if it had been decided which route would service St Andrews' new development.
It is interesting to receive explanations to questions posed to organisations such as First Bus and so that I do not change the context of the letter by attempting to summarise it I reproduce it in full:-
"I am in receipt of your letter of 15 May 1999.
To provide an extra bus would require additional costs and at present as we do not have the funds available. Having said that if you are able to fund such a journey I would be more than happy to look at the feasibilty of providing a service.
Turning to the 37A, changes were made to provide a service with a 10 minute headway between Basildon and Billericay serving Basildon Hospital more frequently.
When a service is withdrawn our publicity officer removes our flag and timetable information from the pole, the pole however is the responsibility of the local authority.
As yet nobody has approached First Thamesway to serve the St Andrew's site. My immediate reaction is that to do so may prove difficult in that running time in our schedules is already tight but obviously any request would be given due consideration".
I think I understand.
The question was asked at the last Annual General Meeting "When will the guard rails which were situated near the crossing outside the Mayflower County High School be replaced". Basildon District Council advises us that a road widening scheme, to provide a right turn lane into the new housing development at Mayflower School is about to commence. The footway in front of the school will be moved back and new pedestrian guard rails will be provided at the Pelican Crossing. Whilst reporting on crossings the Association has been told that a new roundabout is to be installed at the top of Jacksons Lane to replace the pedestrian island which has been removed. Crossing the road should then be much easier and safer.
Planning permission has been sought for the following applications:-
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BAS/0506/99 |
Change of use from residential to office and part two storey and part
single storey extensions. |
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LB/BAS/0513/99 |
Demolition of existing wc block and bunker and erection of new
shop/office unit. |
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BAS/0512/99 |
Demolition of existing wc block and bunker and erection of new
shop/office unit |
Planning permission has been granted for the following application:-
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BAS/0222/99 |
Demolition of bungalow and erection of chalet with detached garage
and access. |
The Association has written to Basildon District Council seeking assurance that all the trees on St Andrew Site which are protected by Tree Preservation Orders (TPO) are still standing. The Council has replied that a TPO was confirmed in 1994 which protects 36 individual trees however on a recent visit to the site it was found that 3 of the trees had been removed for the following reasons, one was located in the centre of the new access road, another was located in the new footpath along Norsey Road and the third was too close to the new development. All the remaining trees are protected by fencing and it is hoped they will survive the redevelopment. What price TPOs.
Some of our members have expressed concern that the names of the roads on the new development on St Andrews Site were to be different to those given in the June 1998 issue of the newsletter. The Executive Commitee has been advised that this is not so and the names of the roads will be:-
ST ANDREWS DRIVE - named after the hospital.
BURN'S CLOSE - named after the Burns Unit.
DAWSON MEWS - named after a person who worked in the Bio Chemistry Lab.
GREY LADY PLACE - named after a ghost who allegedly haunted the hospital.
NEEDHAM CLOSE - named after a lady whose father was in charge of the workhouse.
COULTER MEWS - named after a person who donated money to the IT Ward and named Coulter Ward.
LANGDON MEWS.
The Association has received a complaint suggesting that the tennis courts in Lake Meadows were in a "poor playing condition". As a result the courts were examined by one of our Committee Members who found little evidence to support the complaint. Nevertheless we have written to the Council asking that an officer inspects the courts and advises us whether or not they are in an acceptable condition. The Association also asked the Council to confirm that a regular inspection is made of all sports facilities to ensure they are in a fit condition to be used by the public.
A130 PROPOSALS
Essex County Council will be touring the county with an exhibition of "Possible Measures Associated with the Completion of the New A130 Route."
The exhibition will give details of possible measures including traffic calming, road closures and weight limits to discourage use of the existing "rat runs" Details of environmental enhancements to return the old A130 and other declassified routes to a more rural character will also be proposed. Officers from the County Council and the District Council will attend the exhibition which will take place on the following provisional dates:-
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Wickford - 29 July |
Billericay - 30 July |
Stock - 31 July |
Additional details can be obtained from Basildon District Council on 01268 655555 ext 4062.
I have been asked by the owners of Decibels to bring to your attention that the discount they offer to members of the Association applies only to materials or goods and NOT TO LABOUR.
FRIDAY 16 JULY at 7.30pm - BASILDON & DISTRICT NATIONAL CHILDBIRTH TRUST present "A LADIES NIGHT" at 29 Potash Road. Entrance £2.50. For tickets please contact Julie on 01277 622935.
SATURDAY 17 JULY - 09.30 to 12.30 - BILLERICAY TWINNING ASSOCIATION - MISCELLANEOUS MARKET. LARGE HALL, READING ROOMS, HIGH STREET, BILLERICAY. Bric-a-Brac, Books, Cakes, Toys, Gifts. Many Bargains. Come and Browse. Admission FREE.
SATURDAY 7 AUGUST - 2.00pm to 4.30pm. BOOTHAM FETE - On the Green in Bootham Close. Raffle, Tombola, Cakes, Treasure Hunt, Darts, Goldfish Race, Plants, Tea Garden, Bric-a-Brac and much more. In aid of St Luke's Hospice. There will be NO PARKING in Bootham Close during the Fete.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY 3 & 4 SEPTEMBER. PHOTOFOLD ANNUAL EXHIBITION. This ever popular event will again show the best of local photographic expertise.
SATURDAY 4 SEPTEMBER. BAA ENROLMENT DAY. For those wishing to book for the new session of classes.
TUESDAY 27 JULY 10.00 to 12.00 noon. CHILDRENS SELF PROTRAIT PAINTING WORKSHOP. Tutor Sylvia Joyce. For 8 to 14 year olds. Come wearing fancy clothes and a cool, groovy hat. Bring a small mirror to look at yourself and a packed lunch.. Tickets £8.00.
THURSDAY 29 JULY 2.00 to 4.00pm. CHILDRENS SALT DOUGH AFTERNOON. For 7 to 12 year olds with Marjorie Walker. Make models in dough of animals, fruit figures and flowers. Bring along a tray and some tinfoil to take the models home. Tickets £4.00.
BASILDON MOTOR CYCLE TRAINING CLUB - Youth Training Project.
This club at one time faced many difficulties, not the least was a problem with planning permission, which it has now overcome, consequently it is to start anew at the Southfield site. Previous members of the club who live in Billericay and the surrounding area will be welcome and are asked to contact Alf Viccary at Lanesra, Frithwood Lane, Billericay, CM12 9PN or ring 01277 651802. Alternatively enquiries can be made at 133, Church Road, Basildon, Tel. 01268 474836.
COACH TRIPS - TO BOOK PLEASE RING BILLERICAY 652686 - PAYMENT METHOD - by cheque made payable to BDRA and sent to 4 St Peters Walk, Billericay, CM12 0JU. NOTE: receipts are not issued for cheques. Children's rate normally applies to those under 16 years. Where applicable tickets will be issued as you board the coach and there is NO SMOKING on board.
STANDBY LISTS ARE KEPT FOR ALL TRIPS WHICH ARE FULL.
DEPARTURE POINTS FOR ALL TRIPS: - GG - Gooseberry Green, bus stop on roundabout. OA - Orchard Avenue, approaching Stock Road. LR - Laindon Road, bus stop near Sun Corner. SG - South Green, bus stop to Wickford, opposite The Plough.
THURSDAY 8 JULY - HAMPTON COURT FLOWER SHOW. FULL. Depart GG 8.00am, OA 8.05am, LR 8.10am, SG 8.15am. Back in Billericay about 7.30pm.
SUNDAY 11 JULY - NATIONAL QUILT CHAMPIONSHIPS, OLYMPIA. CANCELLED.
WEDNESDAY 21 JULY - ST ALBANS AND CANAL TRIP. FULL. Depart GG 8.00am, OA 8.05am, LR 8.10am, SG 8.15am. Back in Billericay about 7.00pm.
SATURDAY 31 JULY - THE ROYAL TOURNAMENT. FULL. Depart GG 4.30pm, OA 4.35pm, LR 4.40pm, SG 4.45pm. Back in Billericay after midnight..
TUESDAY 10 AUGUST -CHESSINGTON WORLD OF ADVENTURES. Inclusive cost - A £19, SC £14, C £16. Depart GG 9.00am, OA 9.05am, LR 9.10am, SG 9.15am. Back in Billericay about 7.00pm.
SATURDAY 14 AUGUST - ST ALBANS AND CANAL TRIP. Filling from the standby list but ring if you are interested. Depart GG 8.00am, OA 8.05am, LR 8.10am, SG 8.15am. Back in Billericay about 7.00pm.
SATURDAY 21 AUGUST - CABINET WAR ROOMS & BUCKINGHAM PALACE. FULL. PLEASE PAY NOW. Inclusive cost A £18, SC £17, C £14.50 . Depart GG 9.00am, OA 9.05am, LR 9.10am, SG 9.15am. Back in Billericay about 7.30pm.
WEDNESDAY 25 AUGUST - EASTBOURNE - A SECOND COACH WILL BE RUN. PLEASE PAY NOW. . Cost - A & SC £7, C £4. Depart GG 8.00am, OA 8.05am, LR 8.10am, SG 8.15am. Back in Billericay about 8.00pm.
WEDNESDAY 15 SEPTEMBER - MUSEUM OF GARDENING & BUCKINGHAM PALACE. FULL. PLEASE PAY NOW. Cost - A & SC £14.50, C £11. Depart GG 9.00am, OA 9.05am, LR 9.10am, SG 9.15am. Back in Billericay about 7.30pm.
THE NEXT "RESIDENT" IS NOT UNTIL SEPTEMBER, SO BOOK NOW LEST YOU FORGET;
SUNDAY 12 SEPTEMBER - DUXFORD '99 AIR SHOW. Commemorating a century of air power - biplanes to fast jets, plus all the museums. Inclusive cost A £13, C £9. Depart GG 9.00am, LR 9.05am, SG 9.10am, and finally OA 9.15am.
TUESDAY 28 SEPTEMBER - UPPARK, SUSSEX. Designed by the architect of Chatsworth and restored after a disastrous fire. Picturesque style gardens. Inclusive cost £12 (NT members deduct £5.50). Depart GG 9.00am, OA 9.05am, LR 9.10am, SG 9.15am.
FRIDAY 15 OCTOBER - KNITTING & STITCHING SHOW 99. Inclusive cost £10.
THURSFORD 99 - Dates are:- Sat. 20 Nov. FULL, Tues 30 Nov (SEATS) & Thurs 16 December. FULL. Cost £19 each. Depart GG 9.00am. Back in Billericay about 8.30pm. Lunch can be obtained in Swaffham.
THE RESIDENT is published by Billericay District Residents'
Association Editor - Trevor Stansfield, 174 Perry Sreet, Billericay,
Essex CM12 0NX. Tel: 623519 E-mail:vice.chairman@bdra.org
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