Another on site meeting was held with Northumberland County
Council in October. Although there has been a change of personnel,
some issues have been resolved whilst others, will be long term. The
Parish Council has also been informed that County Council have a
programme, starting this next financial year, to replace poles for
street lighting.
The Environmental agency has been contacted regarding reports of
odious smells and raw sewerage near the first footbridge in Whittle
Dene.
Causes of flooding at Dene Garth were being monitored, Cllr Jordon
having met with an officer from the Flood Coastal Erosion Risk
Management team. FCERM confirmed a site survey will be carried out,
and the owners of Cooks Field be contacted requesting they carry out
maintenance/clearance works to the lengths of the watercourse(s)
abutting their property. FCERM also confirmed that flood risk areas
in Ovingham were being investigated and a report would be available
shortly.
PC Charlie Cross, Community Officer had been invited to attend the
October meeting and address the Councillors on various traffic issues
in the village.
The next meeting of the Parish Council will be Thursday, 16th October at 7.15pm.
Margaret Davenport
Clerk to Ovingham Parish Council
Friday, 10 October 2014
Sunday, 5 October 2014
Ovingham Bridge Closure
As you will all know, the bridge was closed for up to a year in June 2014.
One of its main features was the racket that vehicles made when crossing it. The bridge is 131 years old and it is a tribute to the engineers who built it. They could never have imagined how much traffic it carries today.
But time has taken it's toll. And this clip (link below) secures for posterity just how much the work was needed. Thanks to Dean for recording it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwNMBwm0sCM
One of its main features was the racket that vehicles made when crossing it. The bridge is 131 years old and it is a tribute to the engineers who built it. They could never have imagined how much traffic it carries today.
But time has taken it's toll. And this clip (link below) secures for posterity just how much the work was needed. Thanks to Dean for recording it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwNMBwm0sCM
Wednesday, 1 October 2014
WW1 Victoria Cross Recipient Honoured.
On Saturday 28 September 1914 Frederick William Dobson (who was born in the parish) was awarded the Victoria Cross for bravery in battle.
On 27 September 2014 a ceremony was held in St Mary's Church to commemorate his bravery and his life when a stone plaque was presented to the village by Northumberland County Council.
photo credit - NCC
Further details of the service and more photos can be found on the county council's Facebook page by clicking on this link -
Monday, 15 September 2014
Parish News - September 2014
The Parish Council deal with all kinds of enquiries. These range
from blocked drains, dog fouling, potholes and (lack of) grass
cutting, to speeding and planning applications. A typical meeting
will usually cover all of these issues and the Parish Council do try
to keep on top of them as best they can. Many queries are ultimately
passed on, usually to the County Council, but generally speaking, the
Parish Council is the initial line of contact. Any concerns can be
expressed to any of the 8 Councillors or the Clerk either personally,
in writing or by attending a meeting. Notices of the meetings are
displayed on both village notice boards at least 4 days before a
meeting – they can also be downloaded from the website
(ovinghamparishcouncil.org.uk). Meetings start at 7.15 with an
opportunity for residents to raise any concerns.
Concerns can also be logged directly with the County Council by ringing (01661) 520005.
Although there are usually only 9 meetings in a year, much is done in between – the number of emails is unbelievable! Many of these are just for information – others are trying to sell the latest in playground equipment at a starting price of £20,000 (Councillor Phil Holden would endorse these but budget constraints…). You will also see many councillors walking round the village on a regular basis checking weeds, rubbish and the like.
Meetings are also held with the County Council and other local parish and town councils on a regular basis. The Councillors are also involved in many committees some specifically linked to Ovingham, such as the Reading Room Committee, or others such as the East Tynedale Forum.
Finally, our next meetings are 16th October and then 20th November.
Margaret Davenport
Clerk to Ovingham Parish Council
Concerns can also be logged directly with the County Council by ringing (01661) 520005.
Although there are usually only 9 meetings in a year, much is done in between – the number of emails is unbelievable! Many of these are just for information – others are trying to sell the latest in playground equipment at a starting price of £20,000 (Councillor Phil Holden would endorse these but budget constraints…). You will also see many councillors walking round the village on a regular basis checking weeds, rubbish and the like.
Meetings are also held with the County Council and other local parish and town councils on a regular basis. The Councillors are also involved in many committees some specifically linked to Ovingham, such as the Reading Room Committee, or others such as the East Tynedale Forum.
Finally, our next meetings are 16th October and then 20th November.
Margaret Davenport
Clerk to Ovingham Parish Council
Saturday, 9 August 2014
Parish News - August 2014
The Parish Council have received numerous complaints about
motorcyclists and horses using the pedestrian bridge. Signs have now
been installed at both ends of the bridge banning this but if you do
see anyone, please take a note of their registration number (for
motorcyclists) and as much detail as you can, and inform the Police
(call 101). Cyclists have also continued to use the Pedestrian Bridge
(this is a long standing problem) and County Council will contact the
Hadrian Cycle group asking them to warn members/users that cycling is
not permitted on the pedestrian bridge at any time. Unfortunately,
unless the Police see anyone cycling across, little can be done.
Discussions are continuing amongst the Councillors for suggestions to include in the County Council Local Transport Plan 2015-2016. Each year, Parish and Town Councils are invited to submit their top 3 priorities for possible inclusion in the plan. In the past, Ovingham have put forward, amongst others, a new bridge, extra parking by the school and a footpath between Ovington and Ovingham. Proposals will be submitted after the September meeting and the Councillors are looking at speeding concerns and what could be done to alleviate this.
Quotes have been received and approved for some tidying up in the Churchyard – pruning trees, branches and shrubs as well as holly trees on the bank of the Pant, branches on Pack Horse Green and small tree on The Hill. Some landscaping work around the village cross was also approved.
September’s meeting will be held on Thursday, the 18th at 7.15pm.
Margaret Davenport
Clerk to Ovingham Parish Council
Discussions are continuing amongst the Councillors for suggestions to include in the County Council Local Transport Plan 2015-2016. Each year, Parish and Town Councils are invited to submit their top 3 priorities for possible inclusion in the plan. In the past, Ovingham have put forward, amongst others, a new bridge, extra parking by the school and a footpath between Ovington and Ovingham. Proposals will be submitted after the September meeting and the Councillors are looking at speeding concerns and what could be done to alleviate this.
Quotes have been received and approved for some tidying up in the Churchyard – pruning trees, branches and shrubs as well as holly trees on the bank of the Pant, branches on Pack Horse Green and small tree on The Hill. Some landscaping work around the village cross was also approved.
September’s meeting will be held on Thursday, the 18th at 7.15pm.
Margaret Davenport
Clerk to Ovingham Parish Council
Friday, 11 July 2014
Parish News - July 2014
The council's next meeting is scheduled for 24th July at 7:15pm as
usual in the Reading Room.
There is no meeting of the Parish Council in August, but that doesn’t mean the Councillors are idle!
A very successful village tidy up was completed recently. Thanks to all those who helped. The closure of the Bridge seems to have resulted in less traffic through the village and the school holidays should also reduce traffic further.
Cllr Jordon and myself recently attended a meeting with Northumberland County Council which was primarily aimed at improving communication with Parish Councils. On the whole, Ovingham has a good relationship with the County Council and work closely with their contacts.
It has been decided not to proceed with a bus shelter by Piper Road entrance. This has been on the agenda for a few months but concerns about vandalism and ultimately cost, has meant the Councillors agreed not to pursue it. Discussions are still ongoing about Horsley Road parking.
In order to enable a large crane to access the work site for the Bridge, Northumberland County Council have had to apply for planning permission to demolish part of the Pack Horse Bridge. As this is a listed building, the Parish Council expressed their concerns and assurances have been received that the bridge will be restored to its original state. The Councillors will keep an eye on it as the bridge is of historic value to the village.
Keep Saturday 19th July free for Ovi-Fun's annual Field Day. 1pm to 5pm. Yet another afternoon on the playing field with entertainment and sports for the whole family!
September’s meeting will be held on Thursday, the 18th at 7.15pm.
Margaret Davenport
Clerk to Ovingham Parish Council
There is no meeting of the Parish Council in August, but that doesn’t mean the Councillors are idle!
A very successful village tidy up was completed recently. Thanks to all those who helped. The closure of the Bridge seems to have resulted in less traffic through the village and the school holidays should also reduce traffic further.
Cllr Jordon and myself recently attended a meeting with Northumberland County Council which was primarily aimed at improving communication with Parish Councils. On the whole, Ovingham has a good relationship with the County Council and work closely with their contacts.
It has been decided not to proceed with a bus shelter by Piper Road entrance. This has been on the agenda for a few months but concerns about vandalism and ultimately cost, has meant the Councillors agreed not to pursue it. Discussions are still ongoing about Horsley Road parking.
In order to enable a large crane to access the work site for the Bridge, Northumberland County Council have had to apply for planning permission to demolish part of the Pack Horse Bridge. As this is a listed building, the Parish Council expressed their concerns and assurances have been received that the bridge will be restored to its original state. The Councillors will keep an eye on it as the bridge is of historic value to the village.
Keep Saturday 19th July free for Ovi-Fun's annual Field Day. 1pm to 5pm. Yet another afternoon on the playing field with entertainment and sports for the whole family!
September’s meeting will be held on Thursday, the 18th at 7.15pm.
Margaret Davenport
Clerk to Ovingham Parish Council
Saturday, 14 June 2014
Parish News - June 2014
Two new Councillors are to be co-opted to the Parish Council at
the June meeting. They are Neville Gray and Christine Hewitt.
Neville has lived in the village for many years and is currently the
Chair of The Reading Room and will be known to many. Christine only
moved to Ovingham last summer, from Prudhoe, and is keen to become
more involved in the Village. I am sure they will both be an asset to
the Parish Council. Once again, the Parish Council has its full
complement of Councillors (8).
At the Annual meeting of the Parish Council, in May, Doreen Jordon was re-elected Chair, and Ian Heslop, vice chair.
Whilst the bridge is closed, Northumberland County Council will also attend to the weeds by the entrance to the bridge by the Reading Room. Pot holes have been repaired by the White Swan Car Park. The gate at the closed cemetery is to be repaired, Trees in Whittle Dene have been inspected and those requiring removal or attention, marked accordingly. Poppies have been scattered in the Churchyard by the choristers and poppies also planted in the pant area and by the memorial cross.
The next meeting is Thursday, 19th June at 7.15pm in the Reading Room.
Margaret Davenport
Clerk to Ovingham Parish Council
At the Annual meeting of the Parish Council, in May, Doreen Jordon was re-elected Chair, and Ian Heslop, vice chair.
Whilst the bridge is closed, Northumberland County Council will also attend to the weeds by the entrance to the bridge by the Reading Room. Pot holes have been repaired by the White Swan Car Park. The gate at the closed cemetery is to be repaired, Trees in Whittle Dene have been inspected and those requiring removal or attention, marked accordingly. Poppies have been scattered in the Churchyard by the choristers and poppies also planted in the pant area and by the memorial cross.
The next meeting is Thursday, 19th June at 7.15pm in the Reading Room.
Margaret Davenport
Clerk to Ovingham Parish Council
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