April - CAMBOURNE.INFO

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a voice and a forum for all the residents of
Cambourne
(whether Great, Lower or Upper).
Parking Plea
Has anyone else noticed how it is now becoming the norm to park halfon/half-off
the road/pavement/grass verge in Cambourne?
Not only is it very unsightly, but more importantly it now means that a
walk around Cambourne with a pram can sometimes involve umpteen
detours off the pavement and on to the road to get round inappropriately
parked cars. People in wheel-chairs must feel similarly put out.
I realise that the roads in Cambourne are often quite narrow, but if people
made more use of their driveways/garages, along with more sensible
parking generally, parking on pavements should not be necessary.
Where parking on roads is necessary, we should park in a way which
doesn't intrude on our pavements or grass verges - since to do so:
(a) damages our grass verges/pavements and costs us all money
through our council charge to repair;
(b) is unsightly and makes the village look cheap;
(c) is selfish to pavement users who are often forced onto the road;
(d) is dangerous for prams, wheelchair users and the blind.
(e) would impede emergency services.
We should all challenge ourselves, our guests and our fellow villagers to
park in a considerate way.
We should challenge inconsiderate or dangerous parking to the extent if
necessary by notifying the Police.
I realise this message may irritate some people who feel they must
park in this way. But my plea to everyone is to think more carefully
about parking in all our streets in Cambourne
Name & Address Supplied.
Recycling Response
In response to the letter 'Recycling Headache' in the last issue of The
Crier, I also share the concern of the letter writer regarding the recycling
facilities at Morrisons Cambourne.
As a responsible retailer we are more than happy to provide this space
within our store car park for the local council to position recycling bins,
however the emptying of the bins and the general upkeep of this area is
the sole responsibility of the local council. Recently, I have become increasingly
concerned about the infrequency of collections from the recycling
bins and the subsequent issues caused as a result of this.
I would welcome reassurance from the council that the provision of
workable recycling bins remains a priority for them.
Kevin Gilbert,
Morrisons Cambourne Store General Manager.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
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An Appreciation:- KEVAN CRANE
Kevan started to work within this community soon after I moved to
Cambourne in 2002 and it was then I made his acquaintance.
From day one he was committed to the role he was appointed as the
Community Development Officer for the 3 principal social landlords
with residents in Cambourne. Most tenants were welcomed by him as
well as prospective ones as their properties were being developed. He
was always ready to give advice and support or if required more
detailed or professional advice was needed he would put residents in
touch with the appropriate agency. Although he was employed principally
for social housing needs he readily gave his time to the community
as a whole and organised events for ALL to enjoy.
With his help the Cambourne Summer Festival received grant funding
for a few of the earlier years. The 3 C’s Club which meets on a
regular basis was started and run by Kevan along with the Churches
Together in Cambourne and was instrumental in the formation of
Housing Association Residents Forum.
His assistance in the formation of the Cambourne Youth Partnership
was invaluable. Kevan’s touch helped with the provision of the current
Youth Building, which is also used to run computer, literary and
maths skills courses.
Cambourne certainly has become a better place with his enthusiasm
and has benefited greatly from his involvement.
Kevan leaves us a great legacy and the foundation that he has created
will I feel stand us all in good stead especially to his successors.
I am sure that you will join with me in saying a big thank you
Kevan for all that you have done for us and wish you God’s Speed
and along with your family, every happiness as you return to the
Ministry and your move to the Baptist Church in Kings Lynn. Our
loss is their gain.
Howard Fall
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INDIAN RESTAURANT
I have noticed that the outside of the Indian restaurant hasn’t
been finished i.e. around the extractor fans, the rear door not
painted and the bottom cladding left unfinished.
I also notice that the delivery van for this restaurant drives up
to the back door leaving black tyre marks and oil on the slabs,
there also seems to be several cracked slabs in this area.
It looks awful, is there anyone with authority who could contact
the owners of this restaurant about these matters?
Name and Address Supplied.