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Pride in Melton 2010

Read about the activities that occurred over the four pride weeks during the summer of 2010 below;

EGERTON PRIDE WEEK 26^th – 31^st July

During Pride in Egerton a visual audit of the Egerton ward was carried out, looking for environmental issues.  30 issues were noted and all of these will be actioned by various partners and individuals within 6 weeks.  This compares to 58 issues that were noted in the summer of 2009, which demonstrates nearly a 50% decrease in environmental issues since last year. 

The free bulky items collection was a big success with many households on the ward taking the opportunity to throw away items which otherwise may have ended up as fly tips across the estate. 

Bulky items put out from households on Morley Close. 

On the Monday afternoon a community consultation exercise was carried out across the Egerton Ward.  12 members of MBC staff and 3 members of Leicestershire Constabulary took part in this door knocking exercise to ask people about their views and opinions and how we can improve our services.  Over 100 homes in the Egerton ward were visited, resulting in 81 access to services questionnaires being completed and 16 First Contact referrals.  Some of the points raised require a direct response and action, which partners have agreed to do within 6 weeks, other comments will help to inform the future work and activities of the Decent Place to Live group in their updated action plan.  

On the Wednesday an embankment clear up and treasure hunt was organised.  Six budding volunteers from the ward joined Lucie Keeley, Neighbourhood Support Officer, to clear up litter from the embankment and joined in a litter quiz.  The four young people who helped out on the day all won a well deserved family ticket to Twinlakes, kindly donated by Environmental services. 

The official opening of the new lottery funded Multi-Use Games Area on West Avenue took place on the Thursday 29^th July.  The MUGA was opened by special guest Paul Anderson.

The week ended successfully with a community fun day on West Avenue Green including a free BBQ, climbing wall, dance, rounders, football, face painting, childrens activities and information on recycling.

FAIRMEAD PRIDE WEEK 2^nd – 7^th August

During Pride in Fairmead a visual audit of the Fairmead estate was carried out, looking for environmental issues.  22 issues were noted and all of these will be actioned by various partners and individuals within 6 weeks. 

Four free skips were provided on the estate for two days, to allow people to dispose of bulky items.  These were well used and should help to combat fly tipping in the area.

On the Monday afternoon a community consultation exercise was carried out across the Fairmead estate.  11 members of MBC staff took part in this door knocking exercise to ask people about their views and opinions and how we can improve our services.  Over 50 homes on the estate were visited, resulting in 46 access to services questionnaires being completed and 2 First Contact referrals.  Some of the points raised require a direct response and action, which partners have agreed to do within 6 weeks, other comments will help to inform the future work and activities of the Decent Place to Live group in their updated action plan.  

During the week the Fairmead residents association opened its doors and invited residents to join them for a fish & chip supper.  Over 30 people from the estate turned out to enjoy fish and chips.  During the evening people were asked for their views and any suggestions for improvements.  20 responses were received and the comments will be actioned upon where possible.

On the Thursday a community litter pick was organised.  Four young people from the estate took part alongside Sam Spencer, Resident Involvement Officer and Lucie Keeley, Neighbourhood Support Officer.  Bags of litter were collected and everyone earned a well deserved ice cream for their efforts.

The week ended successfully with a Saturday community fun day on the estate including a free BBQ, climbing wall, dance, ten pin bowling, football, face painting, children’s activities and urban rebound.

WARWICK PRIDE WEEK 9^th – 14^th August

During Pride in Warwick a visual audit of the Warwick ward was carried out, looking for environmental issues.  25 issues were noted and all of these will be actioned by various partners and individuals within 6 weeks. 

The free bulky items collection over two days was a big success with many households on the ward taking the opportunity to throw away items which otherwise may have ended up as fly tips across the estate. 

On the Monday afternoon a community consultation exercise was carried out across the Warwick Ward.  10 members of MBC staff took part in this door knocking exercise to ask people about their views and opinions and how we can improve our services.  Over 80 homes in the Warwick ward were visited, resulting in 80 access to services questionnaires being completed.  Some of the points raised require a direct response and action, which partners have agreed to do within 6 weeks, other comments will help to inform the future work and activities of the Decent Place to Live group in their updated action plan.  

The official opening of the new lottery funded Multi-Use Games Area on Dalby Road took place Tuesday 10^th August.  The MUGA was opened by the mayor of Melton Margaret Moore.

The week ended successfully with a Saturday community fun day at the Edge Children’s and Community Centre including a free BBQ, climbing wall, dance, football, face painting, children’s activities and urban rebound.

TOWN CENTRE PRIDE WEEK 16^th – 21^st August

During Pride in the Town Centre a visual audit of the Town Centre flats area was carried out, looking for environmental issues.  13 issues were noted and all of these will be actioned by various partners and individuals within 6 weeks. 

The free bulky items collection and skips over two days was a big success with many households taking the opportunity to throw items away.  Assistance was provided to people in the flats who could not get bulky items to the collection points.   

On the Monday afternoon a community consultation exercise was carried out with residents in the Town centre flats.  5 members of MBC staff took part in this door knocking exercise to ask people about their views and opinions and how we can improve our services.  Over 20 homes were visited, resulting in 16 access to services questionnaires being completed and 3 referrals to the First Contact scheme.  Some of the points raised require a direct response and action, which partners have agreed to do within 6 weeks, other comments will help to inform the future work and activities of the Decent Place to Live group in their updated action plan.  

Two chair based exercise and health check sessions were organised at St Johns Court and Granby House, and were open to all residents living in the town.  The exercises sessions and health advice provided aimed to help people to remain independent in later life. 

On the Thursday a free fish and chip lunch was organised at St Johns Court and Granby House.  Due to the high demand both venues had to be used and 60 older people enjoyed lunch and the social opportunity to meet up with one another.  

Neighbourhood Management is coordinated by Melton Borough Council.  For more information please contact the Neighbourhood Support Officer on 01664 502502.