TOWN RESIDENTS VIEWS ARE IMPORTANT - HAVE YOUR SAY!
Victor Hodges House, Southam Library and land adjacent
Orbit Housing is proposing to develop new Independent Living Housing (with care) for older people in Southam replacing Victor Hodges House. As part of the redevelopment a new library, community and council facility are to be provided.
Orbit considers it essential that the site is redeveloped in a way that makes the best use of the land, while ensuring that it is an asset to the town.
An informal public consultation event will follow in early 2012 where further plans will be available to view and comment upon.
Initial draft plans are now available to view at the Library (High Street) and The Grange (Coventry Road). An informal public consultation event, with further plans available to view and comment upon, is to take place at Southam Library (High Street, Southam CV47 0HB) on Tuesday 21st February 2012 between 3pm and 7pm and Saturday 25th February 2012 between 10am and 1pm.
The plans can also be viewed at www.brookesmithplanning.com
Should you wish to comment on the current draft proposals you can email: consultation@brookesmithplanning.com or email Southam Town Council.
Please note that these plans are initial proposals and are still being developed, whilst consultation with the Planning Authority and other statutory bodies, including those above and those who would occupy the community facilities is still being undertaken.
- Read Poster here (pdf)
22 Dec 2011
Opening times at the Household Waste Recycling Centre are changing from Monday 9 January 2012.
Full details can be found in the flyer below.
- Read Flyer here (pdf)
21 Dec 2011
A new project currently underway at the Cardall Collection is to scan and put on computer the various very old (100 years or more) glass photographic negatives in the collection.
An appeal has now been launched to ask people, particularly the older generation, if they have any old glass negatives hidden away in lofts and if they would be prepared to donate them to the Collection, or alternatively, lend them so that the pictures can be captured. In either case, a copy of the pictures from the negative could be supplied to the owners on a CD or DVD so that they can see what the slides contain and have them printed.
Can you help? Please contact Bernard Cadogan 01926 613503 or email cardallcollection@hotmail.co.uk.
21 Dec 2011
The Boundary Commission Proposals for the new parliamentary constituency boundaries have been published.
It is proposed that the Rugby Constituency is extended further south to include five districts of Stratford on Avon that are in the existing Kenilworth and Southam Constituency.
Further information is available at www.consultation.boundarycommissionforengland.independent.gov.uk or by telephoning 02072761102
Public Hearings will take place at Shire Hall , Warwick on Thursday 10th and Friday 11th November 2011.
28 Oct 2011
The audited accounts for Southam Town Council for the year ended 31 March 2011 can be read below:
- Audited Accounts 2010/11 (pdf)
- Notice of audit of accounts (pdf)
28 Sep 2011
A new cycle route between Shipston-on-Stour and Southam has been developed as part of The Vision for Shipston partnership between representatives of the town and Stratford District Council.
Read full details in the news release below:
28 May 2011
Are you thinking about your Next Step?
- Want to get back into work?
- Looking to change job or career?
- Facing Redundancy?
Our free adult careers advice service will help you think about your options and plan your Next Step.
Practical help and advice on:
- Careers, employment and training
- CVs and covering letters
- Identifying skills and options
For everyone, aged 19 and over, whatever your prior skills, qualifications or work situation.
How to contact Next Step:
- Arrange a face-to-face interview with local Next Step adviser Ali Bourton by calling 07736 112385
- Telephone 0800 100 900 for advice over the phone or to book an appointment at another local Next Step centre.
- Search online for Next Step.
05 May 2011
Warwickshire County Council are offering a subsided service available to Warwickshire householders from Monday to Fridays.
Read the leaflet below for full details.
06 Apr 2011
If you know of any potholes, pavement repairs, highway and street lighting problems please report them to County Highways via any of these methods:
Telephone - 01926 412515
Online - www.warwickshire.gov.uk/roads
Email - countyhighways@warwickshire.gov.uk
Text - Lighting (followed by location and defect details) to 07950 082082
- Read Poster here (pdf)
28 Feb 2011
The Government published this Bill known as the 'Localism Bill' on 13 December 2010. The Bill aims to shift power from central government back into the hands of individuals, communities and councils. An essential guide to the Bill has also been produced setting out the thinking that underpins the Bill.
The Briefing below summarises the main points of the Bill and the guide as it relates to local councils and communities.
Since the formation of the Coalition Government in May, the National Association has been engaged in extensive activity to promote the interests of member local councils, particularly with regard the localism and Big Society agendas. As a direct result of representations made to Government Ministers and officials, the Bill provides greater recognition of the role of local (community, neighbourhood, parish, village and town) councils along with a range of new powers.
Read the full briefing document below:
08 Feb 2011
On 30 November 2010 we made changes to our flood warning service. The changes make our service easier to understand and help you respond in a flood.
Flood symbols and messages
We changed our flood symbols and updated our warning messages so they are easier to understand, provide more local information and give clearer guidance about what people need to do.
Flood Alert
This replaces our current Flood Watch. A Flood Alert means that flooding is possible and that you need to be prepared. A Flood Alert will be used to warn people of the possibility of flooding and encourage them to be alert, stay vigilant and make early preparations for flooding. This will replace the previously used Flood Watches, and will have a new definition, icon and accompanying advice. A Flood Alert will be issued earlier than a flood warning, to give customers advance notice that flooding is possible.
Flood Warning
Means that flooding is expected and that you should take immediate action. You should take action when a flood warning is issued and not wait for a severe flood warning. A Flood Warning will be used to warn people of expected flooding and encourage them to take action to protect themselves and their property.
Severe Flood Warning
This means that there is severe flooding and danger to life. These are issued when flooding is posing significant risk to life or disruption to communities and we need to encourage customers to take action to protect themselves and to follow the advice of the emergency services.
31 Jan 2011
Southam Town Council objects to HS2 in its current form and urges neighbouring councils to join with it and local and national working groups in opposing the proposed high speed railway.
26 Nov 2010
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service is offering all Warwickshire residents a free Home Fire Safety Check.
A Home Fire Safety Check offers fire safety advice on all areas of high risk that are in your home, like kitchens, open fires, candles, electric blankets, and smoking materials.
An escape Plan is also a vital area which should be part of your Fire Safety Plan, which can also be discussed during the visit, along with the fitting of free smoke detectors where necessary, and remember this service is completely free.
If you would like to take advantage of this FREE offer call us on 01926 466 282 (please quote ref: 35 CVS).
27 Oct 2010
See the document below for details of alterations to bus routes, coming into force from Monday 6 September 2010:
14 Oct 2010
Community Forums are public meetings led by the County Council and Stratford-on-Avon District Council to engage the public in council business. Warwickshire Police promote 'Safer Neighbourhoods' through the Community Forums. Additionally the Safer Neighbourhood Teams hold a surgery prior to the forum during which time tea/coffee is available.
Scheduled meetings will be listed on our What's On page.
If you would like to suggest an issue for a future Community Forum meeting, or find out more, please contact Amanda Wilson-Patterson on 01789 260135 or email amandawilsonpatterson@warwickshire.gov.uk
30 Sep 2010
Warwickshire County Council has been working to increase the information about high speed rail on the Warwickshire web site. The content is growing to provide a useful resource and the latest addition is video of the Frankfurt to Cologne high speed railway.
The video, which was taken earlier this year (2 June 2010), helps in understanding what a high speed train sounds like and how this compares with the noise of traditional trains, planes and motorways. You will notice that you don't hear it until it is passing you.
The easiest way to find the information is to use the shortcut address: www.warwickshire.gov.uk/hs2
22 Jul 2010
Warwickshire County Council's Vehicle Restriction Policy at the county's nine Household Waste Recycling Centres was relaxed in the spring of 2009. A 12 month review of the policy changes and service improvements has recently been conducted resulting in the following key adjustments:
- A maximum trailer bed length of 1.83 metres (6 feet)
- Exemption for unaccompanied bulky household electrical and electronic equipment delivered in vans to most recycling centres (fridges and freezers not accepted at Wellesbourne)
- Exemption for larger trailers – up to 2.5 metres in length – for the disposal of unaccompanied compostable green waste on weekdays before 12 noon (not Bank Holidays).
The revised policy, updated webpages and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) together with a downloadable vehicle permit application form for residents owning a car-derived van or twin-cab pick-up is at www.warwickshire.gov.uk/vehiclerestrictions
Vehicle permit application forms are also available from the Customer Service Centre on 01926 412593.
16 Jul 2010
Starting on 6 April 2010, a new £2 return fare is being introduced on evening bus services in the Stratford District area, along with some new bus service journeys.
The initiative is being jointly promoted by Stratford on Avon District Council and Warwickshire County Council.
6 Apr 2010
The Town Plan was originally created in 2006 by the Town Council. It was hoped that the Plan would give an up-to-date snapshot of the main aspirations of Southam people.
The Town Plan will regularly be consulted by the Town Council who will follow up the issues that have been raised.
28 Feb 2010
Southam Town Council will consider Section 137 grant applications at its February and September meetings.
The Council's aim is to ensure that they distribute grant aid in a manner which is equitable, fair and in line with its Equality of Opportunity policy and which adds value to community projects.
Your completed form should be returned to the Council no later than the first Monday in February or September.
17 Feb 2010
The document below introduces (with photographs) the members of the Southam Neighbourhood Team (coverning Southam, Long Itchington, Fenny Compton, Harbury, Stockton and Napton wards).
1 Jan 2010
A supply of unfilled sand bags is available free of charge to those residents whose properties are at risk of flooding.
Please collect from The Town Council Office at the Grange Hall, Coventry Road, Southam between 9.00am and 1.00pm, Monday to Friday.
1 Jan 2010
The survey below was commissioned by Southam Town Council in partnership with Jephson Housing Association and Warwickshire Rural Community Council.
The survey was commissioned in June 2009. The aim was to collect accurate housing needs information for Southam Town. The report was published in September 2009.
30 Sep 2009