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Christmas Lights, Harlow

Thousands of people were at the town centre today to witness the biggest ever Christmas light switch on.
Fireworks,Father Christmas a parade and even snow ended the 5 hour spectacular for all Harlow residents to see and take part in.
Cllr Lee Dangerfield said
"I have never seen so many people in one space at the town centre before and everyone was loving what was going on."

"The fireworks which came off the top of the shops near Market square were brilliant and was so unexpected by the residents"

Eric Pickles MP comes to Harlow

Eric Pickles MP came to Harlow on Thursday to talk to councillors on a wide range of issues.
Mr Pickles (Shadow Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government)spent over two hours in the town which included a tour of the shopping area.
Cllr Dangerfield said

"I am very happy Eric found time to come to Harlow and also how long he spent with myself and my colleagues"

"His presentation was very interesting on how the Conservatives will drive forward local government"

Burnt Out Car

Cllr Dangerfield has requested that a burnt out car be removed from Long banks with a matter of urgency.
Cllr Dangerfield spotted the car this morning burnt out at Long banks and due to the nature of the way this vehicle is placed within Long banks this did need removing as soon as possible.

Drains

Our new caseworker braved the rain this week to see if any help was needed.
With the current rain Lorriane wanted to make sure that everything was OK and while on her travels Lorraine found two drains on Parnell road that needed urgent cleaning. Thanks to Essex County this was done within a few hours of her reporting this problem and they now seem fine to cope again with the water feeding into them.

Lorraine said
" I am aware of the problems in Staple Tye and we must keep on top of this issue"
"With the large amount of leaf fall it important that any drains that fill up due to leafs etc are cleared quickly"
"I am thankful for Essex County for coming out so quickly and keeping our drain system flowing freely"

Talking Rubbish

Dumped rubbish was again cleared this week along Commonside Road and this area is becoming quite a hot spot.
If you see any person dumping Rubbish please contact Harlow Council on 446655.

Cllr Dangerfield
"Dumping of rubbish is costing the council an awful lot of money each year and we must do everything we can to stop this."
If any person has unwanted items please contact Harlow Council on 446655 to arrange collection"
"Its free and they will collect from the front of your property"

Lower Meadow

Problems around the garages in Lower meadow led to one garage be boarded up from the outside as someone or some people had started to remove the outer concrete wall.
This garage has now been made safe and we hope that no other problems will occur around this area.
Cllr Dangerfield said
"This sort of activity is very dangerous and could of ended with someone getting hurt."
"If anyone witnesses this sort of criminal damage please telephone Essex Police on 0300 333 4444 and also Harlow Council on 446655 "

Long Banks Foot Path

Dangerous Paving around Long banks has now been repaired thanks to Cllr Dangerfield.
Slabs near to the library had become very dangerous to the point that residents were unable to walk within this area.
Cllr Dangerfield said
"Thanks to Essex County council this work has now been completed and the path is looking as good as new."
"If any other resident is have problems with Paving within their estates please contact me"

Briairs Lights

The issue of lighting in the Briars estate has been taken up by Cllr Dangerfield.
It seems that a few of the houses have had problems with lights not working.
A promise from Kier was recieved as Kier will repair this ASAP.

Staple Tye Nap

Staple Tye Nap held its monthly meeting on Wednesday and Cllr Dangerfield was the only ward councillor to attend.
Issues such as ASB in the Briars was listed as one of the priorities.
If you are interested in attending a Neighbourhood action Panel to discuss issues of crime on your estate please contact PC Gary Bray on 0300 333 4444

New fence at Joyners field

As reported some time ago the residents of the flats in Joyners field requested that the fence be replaced.
This work has now been completed.

Cllr Dangerfield said
"This project was done in consultation with the residents and I hope they are pleased with the results"

Woodland area

Cllr Dangerfield opened his day with a meeting with Kier in relation to the walkway between Peterswood and Moorfield.
Along the way he also pointed out issues such as the entrance to the woodland area at Berecroft and also the path that runs behind Peterswood to Surestart.
The main point of the visit was the path way and how people are feeling intimidated to walk down and some work is needed to make it lighter.

Cllr Dangerfield said.
" This meeting was very productive and homed into issues that residents feel strongly about."

The work will be undertaken within the winter programme.

Essex Police walk about

On continuing the regular walkabouts with Essex Police, Cllr Dangerfield spent nearly 2 hours today walking the beat with the local Police officer.

The walk started at Spruce Hill and continued to areas such as Latton Green, Sakins Croft and the Readings amongst other estates.
Children were keen to talk to Essex Police and Cllr Dangerfield regarding dead fireworks while residents were just pleased to greet them.

Cllr Dangerfield said
" I am so glad I do this this really does make a difference to our community"
"Just working in this way shows real partnership working and we really do get an awful lot done in a short space of time"
"I look forward to the next walk about which is in two weeks time at 8.00 pm at night"

Always Remembered

Always Remembered

Staple Tye Conservatives coming to your estate soon

As part of the commitment to the residents of Staple Tye Cllr Dangerfield and his team will be coming to every estate in Staple Tye to do an inspection and this also involves all residents.

Staple Tye Conservatives do regular walk abouts of the ward but only with the residents help can we make sure we really drill down into problems that affect residents of Staple Tye.

Cllr Dangerfield said
"While we do an awful lot of walk abouts picking up all sorts of issues its the residents of the estates that really know what they don't like and would like to be put right."
"I and my team will visit every estate within the ward along with residents in order to put their community right and try and help where ever we are able"


If you would like to be a part of this please contact us for the date as to when we are in your estate.

Your Area - Crime and incident figures

Your Area - Crime and incident figures

Iain Dale's Diary

Iain Dale's Diary

Firework Display

Thousands of people enjoyed the free fireworks display at the Town Park last night.
Conservative Councillors including Cllr Dangerfield were on hand to help collect for the chairman's charity. "child victims of crime"

Cllr Dangerfield said
"The fireworks were fantastic and it was a great show"
"There were so many people there bringing their family out for the free show"
"I was also glad to see so many residents from Staple Tye attending a controlled display"

A New Case Worker

I am pleased to introduce a new caseworker for Staple Tye.
Her name is Lorraine Caldarella and she works within a local school in Staple Tye.
Lorraine wishes to get to grips with residents issues and is keen to start straight away.
She has already been dealing with issues within Staple Tye and would be happy to hear from any resident.
Cllr Dangerfield said
" I am pleased to have Lorraine on board and she has already been effective"
"She is keen to help all residents and wants hear from you"

You can contact Lorraine on (01279) 429251 or email on lorraine.caldarella@harlow-conservatives.co.uk