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Bus gate on Aumonier Way – COND/2024/0036

On Saturday 27th April 2024 several Town Councillors met with residents who raised concerns at the Town Council meeting on 16th April 2024 regarding the bus gate on Aumonier Way.
The details of the planning condition are:
Our Ref: COND/2024/0036
Proposal:
Discharge of condition 23 (details of a facility to prevent the free flow of private vehicles through the site) of AVA/2012/0084
Development Type:
Conditions
Location:
Land South Of Mansfield Road And North Of A38 Mansfield Road Alfreton Derbyshire
Applicant:
Wheeldon Brothers Ltd
Wheeldon House Prime Parkway Derby Derbyshire DE1 3QB
The Town Council resolved at their meeting on 19/03/2024;
  i. That the concerns are raised with AVBC as planning authority to consider;
  That it is noted that the positioning was to safely provide a crossing place for the bridleway
  That the roundabout was designed on the flow of traffics anticipated with the current planned location
  The burden on tax payers money for the bus gate and roundabout adjustments
  That there is some deterrent and that the bus gate is not completely removed
  That the residents are informed to contact DCC and AVBC as the Highways and planning authority respectively
  Members of the public are reminded to contact DCC and AVBC as the Highways and planning authorities respectively
The contact details for DCC Highways are;
Place Highways Hub (Place) Highways.Hub@derbyshire.gov.uk
The elected member’s contact details are Charlotte.Cupit@derbyshire.gov.uk
The details for AVBC planning is;
Development development@ambervalley.gov.uk
The Alfreton elected members are;
Cllr Dolman, Gail gail.dolman@ambervalley.gov.uk;
Cllr Wood, Keith Keith.Wood@ambervalley.gov.uk;
Cllr Marshall-Clarke, Steve steve.marshall-clarke@ambervalley.gov.uk

Notice – Parish meeting

PARISH MEETING

TUESDAY 21ST MAY 2024
ROOM 1 ALFRETON HOUSE
HIGH STREET ALFRETON
COMMENCING AT 6-30PM

 

ALL ELECTORS FOR THE TOWN OF ALFRETON ARE ENTITLED TO ATTEND THE ABOVE MEETING, PLACE ITEMS ON THE AGENDA AND VOTE.

 

IF YOU WISH TO PLACE AN ITEM ON THE AGENDA YOU MUST WRITE TO ME, AT ALFRETON TOWN COUNCIL, RODGERS LANE, ALFRETON DE55 7HH, NO LATER THAN 12-00 noon on Tuesday 7th May 2024.

ITEMS RECEIVED SO FAR ARE:

  1. TO HEAR AN ADDDRESS FROM COUNCILLOR HANNAH JOWETT-FROST TOWN MAYOR
  2. TO RECEIVE THE TOWN MAYORS ANNUAL REPORT
  3. TO READ AND CONSIDER THE MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL PARISH MEETING 2023
  4. TO HEAR A REPORT ON THE FINANCES OF ALFRETON TOWN COUNCIL
  5. TO HEAR ITEMS FROM MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC

 

 

SIGNED

T Crookes

Tina Crookes, Town Clerk & Proper Officer

Dated 17th April 2024

 

 

Notice – parish meeting

Additional Information

Alfreton Town Council
Alfreton Town CouncilTuesday, October 15th, 2024 at 6:35pm
For anyone interested in the identification and protection of old buildings, this event may be of interest.
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Alfreton Town CouncilTuesday, October 15th, 2024 at 2:02pm
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Alfreton Town CouncilTuesday, October 15th, 2024 at 12:13pm
Grant award to South Normanton Area Foodbank £3,126.61

At the September meeting members unanimously approved a grant application from South Normanton Area Foodbank. This funding will enable the foodbank to continue its weekly session at Alfreton House, providing essential support to local residents in need. Additionally, the funding will cover parking expenses for five volunteers each week, allowing them to continue their invaluable work in serving the community.

“Supporting our local foodbank is crucial, especially in these challenging times,” said Councillor David Taylor. “This grant not only provides essential resources for those in need but also recognizes the hard work of the volunteers who dedicate their time to help others. We are proud to support such an important initiative in our community.”

The weekly sessions are held on a Wednesday afternoon at Alfreton House, 2-3pm. For more information about the foodbank or to find out how you can help, please visit
Alfreton Town Council
Alfreton Town CouncilMonday, October 14th, 2024 at 3:03pm
At the September meeting, Alfreton Town Council approved a grant application of £5,000 to the Derbyshire Unemployed Workers Centre (DUWC).

This funding will ensure the continuation of support services for residents of Alfreton, providing essential help, advice, and advocacy.

DUWC will utilise this grant to offer an open-door service at Alfreton House for 2.5 days each week, ensuring residents have access to much-needed assistance. In addition, the Centre accommodates appointments at other times to further meet the needs of the community.

Key initiatives supported by this funding include:
1.Representation at Social Security Appeal Tribunals: DUWC will represent Alfreton residents facing social security issues, ensuring their voices are heard in court.

2. Home Visits: For individuals unable to attend in-person consultations, home visits will be provided to deliver support directly to their doorsteps.

3. Weekly Telephone Service: This service will offer accessible support for those unable to visit the Centre.

Moreover, the DUWC collaborate with the South Normanton & Area Foodbank, which is also based at Alfreton House, to combat food poverty in the region. This partnership will help provide crucial assistance to families and individuals facing financial hardship.

Councillor Hannah Jowett-Frost, Deputy Mayor stated, "We are committed to supporting our community, and this grant is a testament to that commitment. The work done by the Derbyshire Unemployed Workers Centre is invaluable, and we are proud to assist them in providing critical services to our residents."

For more information about the Derbyshire Unemployed Workers Centre and their services, please visit: