The Residents of Chorleywood can be very proud of their local environment, with a substantial common, the grounds of Chorleywood House, as well as being surrounded by the rolling Chiltern Hills, greenery and trees in our community, all in juxtaposition to the M25 which cuts our community in two. But our environment is not just about greenery, and we all need to consider our wider impact upon the environment. With the carbon emissions we are responsible for, the waste that we generate and how we dispose of it.
The Residents Association is very much committed to maintaining and improving the local environment for the benefit of residents, and ensuring that our collective impact upon the environment can be minimised where possible.
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posted 23 Feb 2012 07:34 by Maria Larkin
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updated 23 Feb 2012 07:42
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An HS2 display is available at a temporary 'cafe' by the pedestrian crossing
in Sycamore Road, Amersham on the Hill, opposite W H Smith. Not only can you
see large updated maps of planned routes that have been changed, but also lots
of information about HS2 and people who will talk you through what is now on
the agenda. Also information about the possibility of it going to Heathrow.
It is open Monday to Saturday from 10am-4pm and there are refreshments
available as well.
The HS2 Action Group is also busy fund-raising to pay the cost of legal
representation to fight against this going ahead. There is more information on
what is taking place at Drake Hall, Amersham Community Centre, Chiltern Avenue
HP4 6AH on Sunday 18th March at 7.30pm.
The Action Group is also staging a wonderful "Murder
Mystery" produced and directed by local thespian Lindsey Haubner from
Coleshill and the comedic script gives local sleuths the chance to try to
deduce the perpetrator of the Murder, whilst enjoying a choice of excellent
food from Ann Tennant of Beaconsfield who has produced a mouth watering 3
course menu which will be served between scenes. Sleuthing can be thirsty work,
so lubrication will be at hand from our licensed bar offering a selection of
wines beers and soft drinks.
All of this, plus good raffle and company can be yours and would make a
wonderful Mothers Day gift, so reserve your seats now to avoid disappointment!
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posted 16 Nov 2011 13:33 by Tomo .
The CPRE have been busy trying to influence the planning debate currently being discussed in Westminster. Here's their recent update that we've received:CPRE Update - November 2011 Fantastic response to our planning campaign, thank youWe have had an amazing public response to our campaign on the National Planning Policy Framework. Thank you so much if you were one of the 7,579 people who found time to write to your MP or one of the 5,234 campaigners who sent in a response to the Government’s consultation. In fact, only 21 out of the 533 English MPs haven’t yet received a letter from a CPRE campaigner – and CPRE responses to the consultation on the draft Framework made up over a third of the total number of responses the Government received. CPRE’s response to the Framework is now online, if you’d like to take a look. View our consultation response [opens PDF]Shaun, our chief executive, was called on to give evidence about our views on the Framework at the Commons Communities and Local Government Select Committee last week. And in October alone, CPRE has been mentioned 44 times in parliamentary debates – mainly in connection with our planning campaign. This is in large part due to the high profile Campaigns Update readers have given the campaign by writing to MPs up and down the country. The CPRE is now busy scheduling meetings with key movers and shakers in both the House of Commons and Lords so that we keep up the momentum. |
posted 16 May 2011 11:04 by Maria Larkin
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As from 13th June Three Rivers District Council's refuse and recycling
arrangements will be changing, with the brown bins used for all food and garden
waste as well as cardboard going on to a weekly collection and the green
residual waste bins going fortnightly. The recycling collection of plastics, tin
cans, glass and paper remains fortnightly.
The Council will be distributing a leaflet containing a comprehensive
list of what can now be recycled and how little needs to go into the green
residual waste bin. As well as this, They have organised a series of “road
shows” where Council officers will be on hand to explain the new service,
take requests for extra, or larger recycling boxes, as well as to go through any
recycling queries you may have.
The Road Show will be visiting Chorleywood next Thursday
19th May and will be in Lower Road from 9.00am till 1.00pm, do go along if
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posted 15 Mar 2011 15:55 by Annette Naughton
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updated 27 Mar 2011 09:17 by Maria Larkin
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The situation regarding the horrific amount of dog poo on Chorleywood Common is becoming untenable, and lazy owners of dogs just walking on by once their dog has done it's business. Certain groups within our community will not use the
Common because of the risk of infection from faeces. This includes
many families with children, organised parent groups, social younger persons
groups and the elderly, even dog walkers who do pick up their dog poo!
. A local lady Kathy Hurst has an idea, she want's to police the common with people from the local community and make
people aware of the extent of the problem. She want's to produce
a simple "bright/interesting" card, attached to a poo bag that can be handed out with a clear message asking people to clear up after their dogs. Kathy wants to distribute the card/poo bags to number of groups within the vicinity of the Common i.e. The golfers/the Golf Club on the
Common Toddlers Group at Christ Church The visitors to Christ
Church The teachers and parents at the school at Christ Church Other local schools Local groups around Chorleywood Users of the Memorial Hall etc. The Common is for the Public to enjoy but is being spoilt by a small group of people who do not clear up after their dogs, do your bit and clear up after your dog so we can all enjoy the common.
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posted 12 Mar 2011 04:14 by Tomo .
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Three Rivers District Council have made an announcment regarding changes to the refuse collections from June 2011. The Residents' Assocaition in interested to know of the impact of these changes on you, and whether you welcome them. At the moment - Landfill waste (green bin) is collected once a week
- Organic waste (brown bin) is collected alternate weeks fortnightly
- Recycling boxes (paper, plastics, glass) is collected on the other alternate week fortnightly
The change will see the collection regimes of the green bin and brown bin reversed. - Organic waste (brown bin) is collected once a week
- Landfill waste (green bin) is collected alternate weeks fortnightly
- Recycling boxes (paper, plastics, glass) continues to be collected on the other alternate week fortnightly
Brown Bins Previously residents were permitted to request an additional brown bin. As a result of these changes, the council has written to all households that have more than one brown bin and have stated that as their brown bin collection frequency will double, if they wish to keep their extra brown bin they have to pay £104 per annum. Recycling boxes The change to the recycling collection last year that now almost all plastics except trays that have had raw meat in them, and now more recently that even trays that have had raw meat are accepted if they are washed first has seen a dramatic increase in the amount of recycling in the district to the extent that for some households the existing recycling boxes are overflowing. You will from April be able to request new larger recycling boxes if you require this. There is more information on this proposed change on the Three Rivers council website, and their FAQ - but what do you think? You can let us know at environment@chorleywoodresidents.co.uk or tweet us @chorleywoodres |
posted 23 Feb 2011 07:30 by Annette Naughton
With immediate effect Three Rivers District Council will now accept trays that have
contained raw meat and fish. A quick wash out would be adviseable prior to placing them in your box.
As from April new larger boxes will be available on request for plastics,
cans and tetra packs and, of course, you can still apply for extra standard-size
boxes at any time.
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posted 25 Jan 2011 12:32 by Maria Larkin
Are you
worried about the cost of heating and insulating your home? Well the residents
of Three Rivers Council could be eligible for free or discounted
energy
efficiency measures through
the Herts Essex Energy Partners (HEEP). Fifteen
local authorities are working together to bring their residents government
funding to provide:-
1) Cavity Wall
Insulation was at £99.00 NOW AT £49.00* (Subject to free technical survey, Qualifying Criteria and availability
of funds)*
2) Loft Insulation was
also at £99.00 but NOW AT £49.00*
3) Heating and
renewable measures
· So what is the catch?
· There is no catch!!
This is a scheme you
can trust because it is government funded and Council Approved.
Funding is available
until March 2011
So hurry and open
the link below for further details.
http://www.threerivers.gov.uk/Default.aspx/Web/EnergyConservationandSustainability
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posted 2 Dec 2010 10:08 by Tomo .
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updated 2 Dec 2010 10:14
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As reported by the Watford Observer
A 12-year-old boy had a lucky escape earlier this week after he plunged through ice on a frozen pond. The boy was playing with friends on Chorleywood Common when the accident happened at about 4.15pm. He was plucked from the icy waters by the mother of one of his friends, who sprinted to the scene when the alarm was raised.
Gary Sanderson, of the East of England Ambulance Service, said the boy was unhurt but warned of the dangers of playing on frozen ice. He said: "I urge anyone who is thinking of skating or playing on frozen rivers or lakes to stay well away. We are asking the public, dog walkers and especially children to take care near frozen waters. “It is impossible to tell how thick the ice is and how deep the water is underneath. The risk is too great and whilst it seems a good thing to do at the time, could easily end up in a tragedy."
The incident has also since been reported by the BBC News
Chorleywood Parish Council have since issued an advisory warning to residents that in the current weather conditions to please be mindful around the ponds on Chorleywood common and any open water. Thin ice is unstable and will not support any significant weight, and do not go onto ice on the ponds or allow your dog onto the ice.
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posted 1 Nov 2010 12:01 by Tomo .
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A member of the Executive Committee - Alan Manson - attended the last meeting of the Three Rivers Environmental Forum The meeting took place on Wednesday 20th October 2010 in the Penn Chamber at the Council Offices. The meeting agenda and papers can be seen hereAlan recorded the following notes regarding the meeting (not the offical minutes) - Daniel Monk gave a presentation regarding Three Rivers need to survey trees in their locality and manage risk regarding falling and injury especially near highways.
- Carol Lodge gave an update on the work undertaken by Herts and Middx Wildlife Trust, responding to planning applications which could present a threat to endangered species. The Trust has in excess of 2000 wildlife sites to oversee.
- Britain’s smallest butterfly, the Small Blue, has returned to Hertfordshire after not being recorded in the county for eight years. Loss of its habitat, chalk grassland, is the reason for its decline.
- An impassioned presentation was given by Allen Beechey of Chilterns Conservation Board regarding chalk streams in his area of which there are eight and, in particular, to the River Chess and the Meades Water Gardens regeneration in Chesham which took four years to obtain permission and only two weeks to undertake the necessary work.
- Chorleywood House Estate river bank restoration and tree pollarding at Micklefield Hall to improve light levels to the river bank and encourage plant growth.
- Following a dramatic 97% decline, water vole population is beginning to recover due to control of mink on The Chess.
- No otters officially recorded to date but it is considered to be only a matter of time before they return.
- Control of American Crayfish, Himalayan Balsam and Japanese Knotweed appears to be a losing battle without a great increase in funding.
Any Other Business - The threat of flight paths being directed over Chorleywood has been removed at present.
- Bee Keepers Association advised that bees do not have an immune system and rely on obtaining antibiotics from plants, many of which we have been eradicating. Hopefully, with proper management the decline in our bee population can be reversed.
If you have any observations or feedback on these issues, please contact us at environment@chorleywoodresidents.co.uk |
posted 14 Oct 2010 03:54 by Jackie Khara
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Following the Chorleywood Parish Council Meeting, held on 28th September, Cllr Jarrett was asked why the cattle were not yet on the Common:
Apparently the grazier considered that there was not enough grass. Lark's Meadow, on chalk, drains very quickly after rain, and the grass is not as lush as on some other parts of the Common. Unfortunately, therefore, the next grazing may not be until next Spring. Image from www.freephotobank.org |
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