Bristol - All Closed Consultations

Kingswear Road, Torpoint Road and Haldon Close Development Area

laurencook@stridetreglown.com (City Development) — Tue, 28 May 2013 00:00:15 +0100

[Closed on 27 May 2013]

Bristol City Council and Knightstone House Association are seeking the public’s views on emerging plans for landscape enhancements and new residential development within the Kingswear Road, Torpoint Road and Haldon Close Development Area in advance of the submission of a planning application in Summer 2013.

We recently held a second public consultation event (Saturday, May 11) to guide members of the public through an exhibition setting out the proposals.

If you missed this event, you can download all the exhibition boards below and complete our online survey.

Gloucester Road Public Realm Improvements:The Promenade (Zetland Road – Claremont Road)

Nigel.lapworth@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 00:00:23 +0100

[Closed on 7 June 2013]

Capital from central government, identified through the Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) has been secured to enable public realm improvements on the A38 corridor.

A scheme design has been produced showing proposed improvements in the Gloucester Road, Promenade area.

Please see the Related Documents below.

The Bristol Transitions Vision 2012 -15

transitions.strategy@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 00:00:57 +0100

[Closed on 15 June 2012]

Following a 3 year supported programme of improvements from the National Transition Support Team, the local area Bristol Transitions Board wishes to develop and improve transitions processes for young people aged 14 – 25 that contribute to maximising independence, based on their personal aspirations for social inclusion, education, employment, health & quality of life. The strategy sets out this vision, the context and outcomes to be delivered. The Transitions protocol and Participation Framework support the adoption and implementation of the strategy.

Your comments on this are now sought to assist us with this process.

Consultation on Options for Day Opportunities in Bristol for people with Health and Social Care needs

dayservices.consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 16:16:57 +0100

[Results expected 26 July 2012 & feedback expected 26 July 2012]

In November 2011 the Council’s Cabinet endorsed a proposal for the modernisation of health and social care services. A three month consultation followed which sought the views of service users, carers, staff, care providers and the wider residents of Bristol in order to develop options for the future of day opportunities in Bristol.Day opportunities include attendance at a day centre, supported activities in the community, supporting people to access employment openings, education and leisure pursuits.

We are now seeking views on 3 options to enable a Cabinet decision to be made in July as to which option will be implemented.

Public meetings will be held during the consultation period.There will be meetings held with service users, carers, and with staff, during April and early May. We will also arrange meetings with equalities groups and other interested parties.

A timetable for the meetings is available on our web page (below) as is detailed information to assist you with completing the questionnaire.

Paper copies of the timetable as well as paper copies of our information pack and the questionnaire will be available at the meetings. They can also be obtained by e-mailing the address given opposite or or telephoning 0117 352 1456 or writing to: Social Care Transformation Team, consultation (HSC/AC) Floor 2 Amelia Court Bristol City Council, FREEPOST NAT17481, PO Box 30, Bristol BS1 5BR

Comment on Draft Lamplighters Marsh Management Plan

Mark.gundry@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:09 +0100

[Closed on 15 April 2013]

Bristol Parks and Estates is undertaking a public consultation with the local community and other stakeholders on a revised management plan for Lamplighters Marsh open space in Shirehampton. Funded by Bristol’s Wild City Project this management plan is a major review and update of the sites previous and current management and will be used to support the future designation of Lamplighters Marsh as a new Local Nature Reserve.

Come along to our community consultation drop-in event

At Shirehampton Public Hall, Station Road, Shirehampton:
9.00am – 1pm Saturday 16th March 2013

See the poster for this event

New Play Area for Sea Mills

gary.brentnall@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Sat, 11 May 2013 00:00:23 +0100

[Closed on 10 May 2013]

Environment & Leisure Services are consulting on a location for a new children’s play area within Sea Mills. This project has been awarded an amount of Capital Stimulus funding to install new play equipment on either the Square or the Recreation Ground. The attached plans are for illustrative purpose only and are not indicative of the final design. Further consultation will take place on this aspect once the location has been decided.

Community Transport - Needs Survey

pete.woodhouse@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:04 +0100

[Results expected 30 September 2012 & feedback expected 30 September 2012]

Bristol City Council is required to develop a new strategy for its support and commissioning of Community Transport services in the City. This is the first stage in the development of this strategy. The Council must measure the need for Community Transport both now and in the future. Part of this measurement is through a number of surveys:
1) A random sample survey of 20,000 households divided equally across all wards to see if they currently use or have a need to use Community Transport (3rd February).

2) Surveys of all the individual and group members of existing community transport providers that the council currently supports financially (during the next two weeks).

3) A General survey open to all residents of Bristol who want to take part (from 17th February onwards). The survey will be accessible online by clicking the link below on or after 17th February. Paper copies will be available in libraries and GP surgeries and from Neighbourhood Partnership Co-ordinators and Equalities Forums from February 24th

A further consultation on the options for a new strategy will be carried out, probably in the Autumn of 2012. The results of the further consultation will inform any decision by the Council on how the services will be commissioned in the future.

New government grant conditions for local Council Tax Reduction scheme

jane.whiteman@bristol.gov.uk (Integrated Customer Services) — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 00:00:23 +0000

[Results expected 15 January 2013 & feedback expected 31 January 2013]

From 1 April 2013 the government is abolishing the current national Council Tax benefit scheme and asking all councils to develop and approve their own local Council Tax Support scheme, (now to be called Council Tax Reduction scheme) but with reduced levels of government grant.

Bristol City Council undertook a public consultation exercise from 6 August 2012 to 29 October 2012 to seek views on its proposals for a local Council Tax Reduction scheme. Views from the consultation have been analysed and are being reported to the Mayor prior to the Council decision on 15 January 2013.

The government recently announced that a one off £100m transitional grant scheme is available for councils to apply for to help fund local Council Tax Reduction schemes. This announcement was made on 16 October 2012, when our consultation on Bristol’s options had nearly drawn to a close.

Councils can qualify for the grant providing their local scheme meets certain government criteria to limit the reductions in levels of Council Tax Reduction received, including the effects of any new scheme features. The amount of transitional grant Bristol could receive as a one off payment is £790,000.

The potential to receive the one off transitional grant is very positive news for the people of Bristol and is an opportunity to consider new options, which comply with the grant criteria.

New options which comply with government grant funding

Option 4. Part funded – all ‘non protected’ low income households would pay a minimum of 8.5% of their council tax liability.
This equates to £1.2million, therefore the council would need to fund the remaining £3.8million by other means.
With the following features:
•   The scheme should provide incentive to work.
•   Removal of second adult rebate scheme for working age claimants.

Option 5. Fully funded – a scheme very similar to the current Council Tax Benefit scheme with minimum changes and impact for claimants.
This means reducing expenditure by £5.2 million from other services or increasing council tax.
With the following features:
•   The scheme should provide incentive to work.
•   Removal of second adult rebate scheme for working age claimants.

Option 6. Fully funded – a scheme very similar to the current Council Tax Benefit scheme with minimum changes and impact for claimants.
This means reducing expenditure by £5million from other services or increasing council tax.
With none of the features mentioned above or as proposed in the options already consulted on.

Bristol Central Area Action Plan - Options Consultation

bdf@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 00:01:02 +0100

[Results expected 1 November 2012 & feedback expected 1 November 2012]

The council is preparing the Bristol Central Area Action Plan (BCAAP). The BCAAP will be a blueprint for how central Bristol and its distinctive neighbourhoods should develop by 2026. It will contain proposals for particular sites and policies which will be used by the council when considering planning applications.

The council carried out initial community engagement during 2010 and 2011 on issues that the BCAAP should address. Informed by this, the ‘BCAAP Options Document’ has now been published for consultation.

Alongside the Options Document, the council is also consulting on the City Centre Public Realm and Movement Framework.

Stoke Park Estate Management Plan

heritage.estates@bristol.gov.uk (Bristol City Council) — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:35:15 +0100

[Closed on 4 April 2013]

Stoke Park Estate was acquired by Bristol City Council in 2012. A management plan has been developed outlining the site as it is today, the areas to improve and the steps required to achieve these over the next 5 years.

Come along to our exhibitions

6th March 1pm – 4.30pm Stapleton Church Hall
12th March 2pm – 5.30pm Stoke Park Estate, Romney Road entrance next to Play Area.
13th March 3pm – 6.30pm Thames Room, UWE Frenchay Campus
19th March 4.30pm – 7pm Cameron Centre, Lockleaze
21st March 8am – 11am Stoke Park Estate, next to fishing lake.

Location of the site

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A new Bristol Strategy for Sport & Active Recreation 2013-2018

Craig.hyslop@bristol.gov.uk (Health & Social Care) — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:00:24 +0000

[Results expected 31 March 2013 & feedback expected 1 June 2013]

Bristol City Council, Sport England and several of the key local partners are working together to produce a new 5 year Strategy for Sport & Active Recreation in Bristol.

The strategy will cover the vision and priorities for sport and active recreation across the city. Whilst it will be endorsed by the City Council, its successful delivery will depend on buy-in, input from and partnership working across the wide range of key partners with an interest in planning, delivering and commissioning sport and active recreation in Bristol.

Proposed Parking Restrictions – Petherton Rd & Mowbray Rd

emma.pick@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 00:00:10 +0000

[Closed on 30 November 2012]

The proposed parking restrictions and Petherton Rd and Mowbray Rd has been prioritised as a Local Traffic Scheme by Hengrove & Stockwood Neighbourhood Partnership for 2012/2013.

Bristol better at 20mph - what do you think?

Helen.wigginton@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:41:25 +0000

[Closed on 28 October 2012]

In July 2012 the Council gave its approval to bring in a 20mph speed limit in Bristol, meaning that all roads except 40mph, 50mph and dual carriageways will be considered for a 20 mph speed limit. The speed limit change would be introduced throughout Bristol in six phases. The first phase, which covers central Bristol would begin in July 2013. The speed limit would apply to all vehicles on the road.

The council is looking for your feedback on the proposal.

Totshill Drive – Narrow Estate Road Improvement

Dave.alexis@bristol.gov.uk (Communications and Marketing ) — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 00:00:12 +0000

[Results expected 9 March 2012 & feedback expected 9 March 2012]

Totshill Drive is a narrow road with limited space for on-street parking. Due to lack of road space, vehicles often have to mount the footpath. This has occasionally caused damaged to the footway.

Shirehampton Health Centre, Pembroke Road - Pedestrian Improvements

nigel.lapworth@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 00:00:06 +0000

[Closed on 23 November 2012]

Avonmouth and Kingsweston Neighbourhood Partnership have prioritised a scheme to deter inappropriate parking on an area of public footway near the entrance to the Health Centre car park.

Station Road, Shirehampton - Parking Restrictions

nigel.lapworth@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 00:00:07 +0000

[Closed on 23 November 2012]

Avonmouth and Kingsweston Neighbourhood Partnership have prioritised a scheme to improve visibility at the junction of Hung Road and Station Road. New parking arrangements are also proposed outside the shops as part of this scheme.

School Admission Arrangements 2014/15

Ian.bell@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:23 +0000

[Results expected 16 March 2013 & feedback expected 16 April 2013]

Proposed Improvement of Pedestrian Facilities Ashton Road/North Street/Coronation Road

david.sarson@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 00:00:14 +0000

[Closed on 7 December 2012]

Funding has been made available to improve the junction of Ashton Road and Coronation Road.

As there are many amenities in this area, there is a high level of pedestrian activity.

Concerns have been raised about the high speeds of traffic entering this junction and pedestrians' uncertainty about vehicle manoeuvres.

It is therefore proposed to tighten up the junction and realign the pedestrian island on the main road to provide a safer pedestrian crossing point.

Proposed improvements at Gainsborough Square: public consultation and event

citydesigngroup@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 00:00:14 +0000

[Results expected 25 January 2013 & feedback expected 25 January 2013]

How can we make the quality of the green space better? What can we do to improve the streets and pavements?

Westminster Road Area Review

Andrew.spicer@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 00:00:11 +0000

[Closed on 2 November 2012]

Your Neighbourhood Partnership has prioritised a proportion of their devolved Section 106 funding from local developments (Saffron House) to introduce a number of traffic calming measures.

Clifton Downs Play Area Project

bristol@citizenspace.com (City Design) — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 00:00:13 +0000

[Closed on 8 March 2013]

This is stage one consultation on proposals to provide a new play area on the existing site of Clifton Downs Play Area. There are currently two options for the design of this site which we would like comments on.

Gainsborough Square regeneration project

citydesigngroup@bristol.gov.uk (Communications and Marketing ) — Sat, 11 Aug 2012 00:00:20 +0100

[Closed on 10 August 2012]

Gainsborough Square has been chosen for major investment by the council. Some ideas have been developed and we want to hear your views.

Gainsborough Square Regeneration Project is developing proposals for improvements to the square and surrounding area. Community involvement is vital to the success of the project.

Please come to the exhibition at the
Cameron Centre, Cameron Walk, Lockleaze, Bristol, BS7 9XB on Friday, July 20, from 10am to 8pm
Or complete the online survey which will be available from the 20th July 2012

Discretionary Rate Relief Policy Amendment

Jo.hunt@bristol.gov.uk (Bristol City Council) — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 00:00:01 +0000

[Results expected 31 January 2013 & feedback expected 31 January 2013]

The council has the power to grant discretionary rate relief on its own or in addition to mandatory rate relief to not for profit organisations and groups to reduce their business rate liability.

Where only discretionary rate relief is awarded, the Council has to fund 25% of the cost of providing the relief. There are currently 323 organisations or individuals in receipt of discretionary rate relief.

Mandatory relief is awarded to registered charities and entitles them to a 80% reduction in their business rates. This relief is fully funded by central government. Councils can also decide to provide further relief to 'Top up' mandatory relief to 100% by awarding discretionary rate relief. In these circumstances, the Council has to fund 75% of the 20% 'Top up'.

Certain other not for profit organisations, which are not registered charities, while not entitled to a mandatory reduction can still apply for discretionary rate relief. There are currently 823 organisations in receipt of mandatory rate relief.

The current discretionary rate relief scheme in Bristol has been running for many years, and has grown hugely in popularity. It provides varying levels of relief dependant upon organisations meeting certain criteria and undergoing a rigorous financial assessment.

Paper copies of the consultation questionnaire can be obtained from Jo Hunt (Business Group Leader) tel: 0117 352 5875

Consultation on proposal for Discretionary Licensing Schemes

private.housing@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:11 +0100

[Closed on 23 August 2012]

The Housing Act 2004 allows local authorities, like Bristol City Council, to say that landlords of some rented properties must apply for a licence if they want to let these to tenants.

We have to decide both to what types of properties and in what areas of the city this would apply. The Housing Act allows us to select all properties or just some properties depending on their size and how they are rented. Also, we can select all of the city or any part of it.

We already do lots of things to try and improve private rented standards in the city. We have teams who respond to complaints from tenants and we also give help and advice to landlords. We use all the legal powers we have but work informally where possible. However, our research has shown that there are still some parts of the city where the standards of private rented accommodation are too low. Therefore, we’re considering discretionary licensing schemes as another way of raising these standards.

Street Trading Policy Consultation 2013

emma.lake@bristol.gov.uk (Safer Bristol Partnership) — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 00:00:24 +0100

[Closed on 7 June 2013]

The Council’s Street Trading Policy was revised in March 2009 and the Council’s Public Safety and Protection Committee have agreed that a draft policy may be consulted upon.

The changes to the policy include amendments to the consultation process for applications, a renewal process for applications, mobile traders, the information required to be submitted with applications, conditions attached to consents and how complaints will be dealt with.

Neighbourhood Partnership Review

neighbourhood.partnerships@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:21 +0100

[Results expected 19 April 2013 & feedback expected 1 June 2013]

The Mayor of Bristol is dedicated to giving local communities more influence over their neighbourhoods.

We want to develop our Neighbourhood Partnerships and to bring more influence and decision-making about local services to local communities. In order to do this, we would like to hear from our citizens about what they would like more control and responsibility for in their neighbourhoods, and about how they would like to take part in local decision making.

Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone:Proposed Local Development Order for temporary urban agriculture

bdf@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:08 +0100

[Closed on 9 May 2012]

Bristol City Council is producing a Local Development Order (LDO) to grant planning permission for temporary urban agriculture on the former Diesel Depot site on Bath Road. The Diesel Depot is located adjacent to Temple Meads train station and is a key site within the Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone.

St James Barton Roundabout public realm improvements

City.Transport@Bristol.gov.uk (Bearpit Improvement Group) — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 00:00:11 +0000

[Results expected 11 January 2013 & feedback expected 31 January 2013]

Bristol City Council and the Bearpit Improvement Group are involved in making the St James Barton Roundabout a better place for everyone and want to make sure that improvements match with people's needs. The Group is seeking your views to improve the space in the following ways:

To improve the ambience for all people who use and pass through it;
To reduce the fear of crime for users of the underpass;
To improve the physical usage of the space and include attractions to improve general pedestrian traffic;
To act as a showcase for local artists and groups.

Draft School Term and Holiday Dates 2014/15

Ian.bell@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:24 +0000

[Results expected 16 March 2013 & feedback expected 16 April 2013]

Bristol City Council is responsible for setting the school term and holiday dates for all Community and Voluntary Controlled schools in the city. This consultation includes the proposed school term and holiday dates for the 2014/15 school year.

These dates are being proposed following discussions with Local Authorities neighbouring Bristol.

Budget Consultation 2013-14

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Communications and Marketing ) — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:33:14 +0000

[Results expected 11 March 2013 & feedback expected 11 April 2013]

The newly elected Mayor of Bristol, George Ferguson, has now published his draft budget proposals for the next financial year (2013-4). Due to cuts in government funding, the council must now make savings and cuts of £35 million - approximately 9% of the council's budget. This follows the £56 million savings the council has already found over the last two years.

There is no easy way to find a further £35 million worth of savings from the council's budget. The Mayor and senior council managers have thought long and hard about the best way to do this and present over 100 ideas for how this could be done in the next financial year. The proposals include a below-inflation increase in council tax of 2% recognising the current difficult economic conditions. The Mayor's proposals reflect his priorities of protecting services for the most vulnerable and addressing the city's most pressing needs as far as can be done.

Commissioning a Recovery Orientated Substance Misuse Treatment System for Bristol

max.harris@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 00:00:10 +0100

[Results expected 28 September 2012 & feedback expected 12 October 2012]

Safer Bristol commissions services for people who have problems with drugs and alcohol. These services help people to either stop or reduce their use of drugs and alcohol.

The National Drugs Strategy 2012, ‘Reducing demand, restricting supply, building recovery: supporting people to live a drug free life’ sets out the commitment to promote recovery for people with drug and alcohol problems.

This means that Safer Bristol need to commission a new service model that delivers recovery orientated treatment.

Local Sustainable Transport Scheme - Stokes Croft Gateway

citydesigngroup@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 00:00:05 +0100

[Results expected 21 September 2012 & feedback expected 28 September 2012]As part of the Government’s new fund for investment in walking, cycling and public transport the Council are seeking to deliver public realm improvements to the Stokes Croft Gateway. In the 1950’s some buildings north of St James Barton Roundabout were demolished to make way for a wide road. In discussion with traders and people representing properties that front the street we have a proposal to reallocate the unused space for cars to a used space for people. This consultation seeks views and comments on the proposal.

Old City: Medieval core public realm scoping study

citydesigngroup@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 00:00:15 +0000

[Results expected 14 December 2012 & feedback expected 14 December 2012]

The medieval core of the Old City is a unique and much loved area, vibrant with the popular St Nicholas Markets, and provides a key pedestrian and cycling route across the city. The environment is dominated by parked cars and clutter, however, and the poor quality of the public realm does not reflect the high quality of the historic buildings or provide opportunities to dwell and enjoy the ambience.

The report outlines the problems across the Old City and proposes a framework for improving the public realm. This will be used to attract funding to undertake works in the area.

Please send any comments to citydesigngroup@bristol.gov.uk by 16th November 2012.

Bristol Autism Strategy for Children & Adults 2012-2015

AutismStrategy@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Sat, 23 Jun 2012 00:00:09 +0100

[Results expected 15 September 2012 & feedback expected 1 October 2012]

The Autism Act 2009 placed new responsibilities on NHS bodies and local authorities for planning and providing services for adults with autism. This strategy sets out the principles and key areas for improvement in developing and delivering services for both children and adults with autism in Bristol. It emphasises the importance of partnerships between families and professionals, and between statutory services, including health, adult social care, children’s services and education. It highlights the lack of awareness of the needs of people with autism that can lead to exclusion from mainstream activities, and prevents them from contributing to the local community.

Citizens' Panel Survey - Day Services and residential Services

Philippa.Drewett@bristol.gov.uk (Health & Social Care) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:45:07 +0000

[Results expected 1 March 2012 & feedback expected 1 March 2012]

Day Services - Bristol City Council (Adult Health and Social Care) are currently reviewing the way they provide Day Services for people with learning difficulties, older people, people with dementia and adults with a disability. Nationally, there is a move away from a traditional “Day Centre” model (where people are brought into a specific building for the day) to provision where individuals have greater flexibility and put together packages of services that meet their own needs.

Examples of this include people being helped to access leisure or educational facilities or being supported to get a job. At the same time as this service change, we are trying to make the best use of resources that we can. We want to know your opinions about what future day services should look like.

Residential Services - We previously reviewed the residential services provided by Bristol City Council. The aim was to respond better to the needs and choices of older people, by delivering more community/home based care services and reducing the number of older people living in residential care.
The Council's Cabinet agreed to close all council run elderly persons homes and replace them with a smaller number of residential/ resource centres and specialist dementia units. Some of the plan was completed but the work was paused in June 2010 due to escalating costs, following a fall in property market valuations and increased staffing costs.
This had led to:
a funding gap of £10 million to complete building work
a funding gap of £870k a year to run the services - which would rise to £1.6m if a decision was taken to borrow funds to complete the changes

There are also new national policy requirements which need to be taken into account.

It costs £306 more per person per week on average to provide places in Council run care homes than in an equivalent service in the independent sector. We would need to spend £2.7 million on maintenance of the homes over the next 5 years. This doesn't include the money we would have to spend to improve the homes.

Council run residential care has been the subject of much discussion over a period of years and there is a need to provide clarity on the way forward.

Citizens' Panel Survey - Bristol's priorities

sarah.mcmahon@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:53:36 +0000

[Results expected 1 August 2012 & feedback expected 1 August 2012]

It's important for the council and its partners to identify citizens' priorities for Bristol's future development. Bristol voters decided in May 2012 to be governed by a directly elected mayor - so this information will also be helpful for the incoming mayor to know the people's priorites.

Citizens' Panel Survey - Whole council elections

philip.higgins@bristol.gov.uk (Deputy Chief Executive) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:58:56 +0000

[Results expected 1 August 2012 & feedback expected 1 August 2012]

The Council
Bristol City Council has 70 Councillors representing 35 wards (small parts of the city which together cover the whole of Bristol). Each ward is represented by two councillors, and each councillor is elected for a four-year term of office.

Current cycle - Elections by thirds
Currently the Council holds ‘elections by thirds’ which means that elections are held for 23 or 24 seats each year for three successive years out of four. As each ward has 2 councillors, voters go the polls twice over a 4 year period to elect one of the councillors for their ward.

Whole council elections
The Council has the power to change its electoral arrangements to ‘whole council elections’ which would mean that all seats on the Council would be elected at the same time, once every four years.

Citizens' Panel Survey - Big Green Week

Darren.Hall@bristolgreencapital.org (Green Capital Partnership) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:08:03 +0000

[Results expected 1 June 2012 & feedback expected 30 June 2012]

The Green Capital Partnership is an organisation funded by the Council to bring together all the groups who are working on environmental projects in the city.
In 2011 they ran a week long festival called "Good Living Week". This year the festival is going to be bigger, with speakers and visitors coming from all over the UK.
They will range from international experts like Bill McKibben, to well known celebrities like Kevin McCloud. This year the festival is called "Big Green Week".

Citizens' Panel Survey - The Council's website

helen.adams@bristol.gov.uk (Resources) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:13:47 +0000

[Results expected 1 June 2012 & feedback expected 30 June 2012]

In August 2011 Bristol City Council launched a new website. Our goals were to have a website that is:
* Customer focussed
* Easy to use and navigate around
* Has a better search engine
* Has up to date quality information
* Allows customers to access services online

Citizens' Panel Survey - Civic Leadership

anna.mcdermott@bristol.gov.uk (Resources) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:37:04 +0000

[Results expected 1 January 2013 & feedback expected 31 January 2013]

Following the referendum earlier this year, on 15th November 2012, the citizens of Bristol will vote for a directly elected mayor. The Citizens' Panel are being asked their view on Civic Leadership in the city now and the findings are going to be used by researchers at the University of the West of England and the University of Bristol to understand the impact that a directly elected mayor will have on leadership, decision-making, and involvement in the city.

Hate Crime developing outcomes survey

mark.parry@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 00:00:17 +0000

[Feedback expected 30 April 2012]

The Safer Bristol Hate Crime Joint Commissioning Group are currently developing the outcomes and ideas for the new community based hate crime support services in Bristol. Our aim is to use these outcomes/ideas within the survey to help us develop the new community based hate crime support services. We will be meeting with some existing groups, service users and partners over the next two months to get their views. We have put together a short survey which we would like to encourage as many individuals and providers to complete.

St Phillips Area Waiting Restrictions

dave.alexis@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 00:00:05 +0100

[Closed on 12 October 2012]

Ashley, Easton & Lawrence Hill Neighbourhood Partnership, whichcovers the St Philips area, has released funding to review the parking restrictions in the area from their devolved section 106 budget. This scheme has been prioritised following many requests in recent years for access improvements.

Draft community based hate crime support services commissioning plan

mark.parry@bristol.gov.uk (Safer Bristol Partnership) — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:25 +0100

[Feedback expected 30 October 2012]

Safer Bristol Partnership has set out its plans in this document to commission hate crime responses and prevention services for the next three years from 2013 to 2016. We aim to develop an outcomes based commissioning process for the community-based hate crime support services.

This document sets out the intended strategic outcomes, an agreed approach and available investment for community-based hate crime support in Bristol. It has been developed by the Hate Crime Joint Commissioning Group and has been informed by the Hate Crime Needs Assessment 2011, which included engagement with existing providers and service users.

Site Allocation and Development Management Policies – Publication Version

bdf@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 11 May 2013 00:00:24 +0100

[Results expected 1 December 2013 & feedback expected 1 December 2013]

Following involvement from the community and stakeholders during the past five years, the City Council is publishing the Bristol Local Plan Site Allocations and Development Management Policies.

This is a Development Plan containing development management policies that the council will use when considering planning applications. It identifies sites to provide new homes, jobs, shops and community uses up to 2026. It also safeguards sites for important uses such as open space and transport infrastructure.

Representations on the Site Allocations and Development Management Policies ‘Publication Version’ may now be made before it is submitted to the Secretary of State for examination.

Healthwatch procurement consultation

Simon.dicker@bristol.gov.uk (Public Health) — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:10 +0100

[Closed on 20 August 2012]

HealthWatch is asking for feedback about the set up and the service and are asking for general comments and feedback.

Proposed Expansion of St John's C of E Primary School

ian.bell@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:00:12 +0100

[Results expected 30 April 2013 & feedback expected 30 April 2013]

Bristol City Council undertaking consultation on the expansion of St John’s Cof E Primary School, Clifton.

Intensive Floating Support Services, Mental Health and HIV/AIDs Consultation

Catherine.martin@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Tue, 28 May 2013 00:00:16 +0100

[Results expected 27 June 2013 & feedback expected 27 June 2013]

Bristol City Council commissions a range of floating support services for people with mental health needs and people living with HIV/AIDs. The Supporting People - intensive floating support review sets out the City Council strategic approach to commissioning Supporting People services. The current Supporting People contracts have been in place for a number of years and have been delivered by the same providers. Good practice and procurement regulations suggest that these services should be put to tender.

This review will consider the use of floating support services to:

Maximise vulnerable people’s independence to enable them to live in their own homes
Provide value-for-money preventive support
Be outcome focused to the service user

New Local Crisis and Prevention Fund

Anne.james@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 11:54:57 +0000

[Results expected 15 November 2012 & feedback expected 19 November 2012]

Proposals for a new Local Crisis and Prevention Fund from April 2013.

As part of overall Welfare Reform, crisis loans and all community care grants will be abolished and the budget will be delegated to local authorities from the Department of Work and Pensions with effect from April 2013. There is no statutory duty to make any provision and the council has agreed to sustain the provision of basic household goods and emergency payments for those in greatest need and to contract out the provision. Bristol has been allocated £1.5m per annum from 2013-15 to allocate in awards, the administrative costs will be in addition to this sum and we aim to minimise the administrative costs to run the service. There is a finite budget for the scheme and skilled consideration is needed to ensure the budget is allocated fairly, based on need and is not over nor under-spend at year-end.

Lockleaze Primary School Keep Clear markings

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:06 +0000

[Results expected 17 December 2012 & feedback expected 21 December 2012]

The proposals are to make the School Keep Clear markings outside Lockleaze Primary School Mandatory.

How did you like the 2012 Bristol Harbour Festival?

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Deputy Chief Executive) — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 00:00:02 +0100

[Closed on 12 August 2012]

It's estimated that the 2012 Bristol Harbour Festival attracted nearly 300,000 people. On a warm weekend, it brought much joy and happiness to the city and attracted thousands of visitors from Bristol and beyond. As Bristol's biggest annual festival, we need your feedback to plan improvements for next year's festival.

Help protect Bristol's heritage by shaping a Bristol Local List

Bob.jones@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 00:00:16 +0000

[Results expected 20 November 2012 & feedback expected 4 December 2012]

We are seeking to develop a Local List of heritage assets for Bristol to help to preserve threatened buildings and other structures that are not otherwise protected.

A Local List will assist in focusing attention on those structures which give a sense of local distinctiveness and will help to provide some certainty in considering development proposals that could affect local character.

Comment on Draft Employment & Enterprise Strategy

Chris.Hackett@bristol.gov.uk (Bristol City Council) — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:24 +0100

[Results expected 31 May 2013 & feedback expected 31 May 2013]

Bristol City Council is developing a strategic approach to the provision of employment and enterprise support in the city, linking residents to employment or self-employment opportunities. We are aiming to ensure that the benefits of economic and employment growth are distributed throughout all sections of the local communities.

Citizens' Panel Survey - Local Council Tax Support Scheme

jane.whiteman@bristol.gov.uk (Integrated Customer Services) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:43:24 +0000

[Results expected 1 January 2013 & feedback expected 31 January 2013]

The Government is abolishing the current national Council Tax Benefit scheme and asking all councils to develop their own Council Tax Support scheme. At the same time, the grant paid to councils to run a local scheme is being cut. The council has some difficult decisions to make about the level of Council Tax support that is offered under a new scheme and how this is funded.

Proposed changes to The Bristol Compact

mark@voscur.org (Deputy Chief Executive) — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:11 +0100

[Closed on 8 October 2012]

Bristol Compact is the agreement made between local public agencies and the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) in the city. It sets out standards and commitments that relate to (for example) partnership working, funding relationships and volunteering. The Bristol Partnership is proposing to make some changes to the compact and would like your views.

Proposed improvement of pedestrian facilities Speedwell Road

David.sarson@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:25 +0100

[Closed on 8 May 2013]

A housing development in the Speedwell area has provided funding for local improvements to pedestrian facilities as part of its planning consent.

It is proposed to reconstruct the existing pedestrian islands, making the refuge areas wider and longer, and narrowing the width of carriageway which pedestrians have to cross. The wider islands will enable people to stand on the crossings with pushchairs or wheelchairs.

Due to the proposed reduced carriageway widths, it will be necessary to introduce parking restrictions, to ensure that larger vehicles can manoeuvre around the islands at all times.

The opportunity will also be taken to introduce parking restrictions at the junction of Speedwell Road and Harewood Road.

See the plans in the consultation leaflet

Landlord Services stakeholders’ priorities survey

krystal.presland@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:10 +0000

[Results expected 28 February 2013 & feedback expected 31 March 2013]

Survey to find out the relative importance of the range of services Landlord Services does, or could, provide and to establish priorities for future service development. Survey is going to all tenants and leaseholders (c. 34k) by post and email and to a sample of housing register applicants (c.7k) by email and also to partners, staff and councillors.

Neighbourhood Planning Front Runner's

bdf@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 21 Jul 2012 00:00:10 +0100

[Closed on 20 July 2012]

Bristol currently has three Neighbourhood Planning Front Runners applying to formally designate their areas as a Neighbourhood Planning Areas and their organisations as Neighbourhood Planning Forums.

The three organisations are:
Lockleaze Voice Neighbourhood Development Forum
Redcliffe Way Neighbourhood Development Forum
Myrtle Triangle Neighbourhood Development Forum

If these designations are accepted then these groups will work towards creating Neighbourhood Development Plan document’s, used to guide growth in their local area.

Greystoke Avenue Pedestrian Island and Bus Shelter

nigel.lapworth@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:00:24 +0000

[Closed on 1 March 2013]

The Henbury and Southmead Neighbourhood Partnership has prioritised a scheme to improve the bus stop waiting area, and provide a new pedestrian island at Greystoke Avenue.

Neighbourhood Planning Forum Applications

bdf@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods and City Development) — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 00:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 26 April 2013]

On January 31, 2013 the council designated Lawrence Weston and Old Market Quarter as Neighbourhood Planning Areas. Then from the 8th February to the 8th March 2013 the Council invited qualifying organisations to apply for formal designation as a Neighbourhood Planning Forum for either　Lawrence Weston　or Old Market Quarter.

Forum applications were received from:

Old Market Community Association applying to be the Neighbourhood Planning Forum for Old Market Quarter Neighbourhood Planning Area

Lawrence Weston Neighbourhood Planning Group applying to be the Neighbourhood Planning Forum for Lawrence Weston Neighbourhood Planning Area

If these designations are accepted then these groups will work towards creating Neighbourhood Development Plan document’s, used to guide growth in their local area.

The proposed plan for Knowle West

Kwrf.team@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 18 May 2012]

The proposed plan to regenerate the Knowle West area will be consulted on from March 23 to May 18, 2012. This proposed plan and consultation is part of the city-wide ‘Site Allocations’ consultation to decide land-use planning in Bristol over the next 20 years.

Previous proposals called the ‘Knowle West Regeneration Plans’ were show to local people in 2010. Throughout last year we continued to work with local people to develop an ambitious plan that will benefit the neighbourhood. The plan considers what local people and stakeholders said at the community involvement and stakeholder events.

Shirehampton Primary School Keep Clear markings

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:31 +0000

[Results expected 20 December 2012 & feedback expected 4 January 2013]

The proposals are to make the School Keep Clear markings at Shirehampton Primary School enforceable. The existing Zigzags on St. Mary’s Rd will be made enforceable as well as new School Keep Clears along the front of the school on St. Mary’s Walk. There will be additional mandatory School Keep clears at the Springfield Ave entrance to the school which will be accompanied by a single yellow line to prevent parking on the footway at school times.

Henbury Secondary School Keep Clear markings

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:06 +0000

[Results expected 17 December 2012 & feedback expected 21 December 2012]

The proposals are to make the School Keep Clear markings outside Henbury School on Station Road enforceable. There will also be additional double yellow lines to the entrance to Henbury Court Flats to act as junction protection.

Ashley Hill / Cobourg Road – Junction Improvements

tom.gosden@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 00:00:31 +0000

[Results expected 23 March 2012 & feedback expected 1 April 2012]

We are proposing to install an island to formalise the junction layout, encouraging vehicles to reduce speed on the approach to Old Ashley Hill and to help reduce the conflict with vehicles exiting Cobourg Road. The island would be supplemented by six cycle stands to prevent obstructive parking and a tree is also proposed.

Consultation on Options for Residential Services

Dominique.lee@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 16:15:39 +0100

[Results expected 26 July 2012 & feedback expected 26 July 2012]

In November 2011 the Council’s Cabinet endorsed a proposal for the modernisation of health and social care services. A three month consultation followed which sought the views of service users, carers, staff, care providers and the wider residents of Bristol in order to develop a plan for residential care services in Bristol.

We are now seeking views on 3 options to enable a Cabinet decision to be made in July as to which option will be implemented.

Public meetings will be held during the consultation period. There will be meetings held with service users, carers, and with staff, during April and early May. We will also arrange meetings with equalities groups and other interested parties.

A timetable for the meetings is available on our web page (below) as is detailed information to assist you with completing the questionnaire.

Paper copies of the timetable as well as paper copies of our information pack and the questionnaire will be available at the meetings. They can also be obtained by e-mailing the address given opposite or telephoning 0117 352 1456 or writing to: Social Care Transformation Team, Floor 2 Amelia Court Bristol City Council, Pipe Lane, Bristol BS1 5AA

North Fringe to Hengrove - rapid transit

bristol@citizenspace.com (City Development) — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 11:51:51 +0000

[Closed on 13 July 2012]

The NFHP bus rapid transit route covers the Bristol and South Gloucestershire area. It will link key employment areas and residential areas as well as integrate with other transport services. It is one of three routes being developed as part of the network. The rapid transit will provide a faster, more comfortable and more reliable service.

The key objectives of the scheme are to:

support a buoyant economy;
improve the quality of life for residents;
improve local travel;
tackle congestion;
encourage mode shift; and
to enhance the opportunities for regeneration through improving accessibility to education, employment, leisure, health and retail facilities.

Citizens' Panel Survey - Healthwatch

simon.dicker@bristol.gov.uk (Communications and Marketing ) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:34:24 +0000

[Results expected 31 March 2012 & feedback expected 31 March 2012]

From October 2012, we will establish Bristol HealthWatch as the independent consumer champion for the public to promote better outcomes in Health and Social Care. It will be funded by, and be accountable to Bristol City Council.
HealthWatch will represent people's views and experiences in order to influence the policy, planning, commissioning and delivery of Health and Social Care. HealthWatch will have a seat on the Health and Wellbeing Board, and will be an active member of the new Bristol Clinical Commissioning Group.
It will provide information and advice to help people access and make choices about services, and access independent complaints advocacy to support people if they need help to complain about NHS services.
HealthWatch will build public trust and credibility through being responsive and acting on concerns when things go wrong, and and operating effectively and efficiently.

Junction improvements at Kings Weston Avenue / Lower High St / Meadow Grove

ross.vardy@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 00:00:03 +0000

[Closed on 16 March 2012]

The traffic signal junction of Kings Weston Avenue, Lower High Street and Meadow Grove is due for modernisation. This is likely to involve replacing existing signal equipment and updating the jundtion to modern standards.

Junction proposals for Shirehampton Road / Sylvan Way

daniel.holden@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:36 +0100

[Results expected 29 May 2012 & feedback expected 27 June 2012]

The traffic signals at the junction of Shirehampton Road / Sylvan Way are due for modernisation as they are over 30 years old. We would like to take this opportunity to investigate how this junction can better serve the local community and to resolve any issues caused by the existing layout.

Primarily we would like to propose the introduction of red and green man pedestrian crossing points on all arms of the junction. This will provide a much-needed safe passage through the junction for pedestrians at a residential site that is near a primary school, library and local shops.

Westbury Lane, Coombe Dingle – Pedestrian Crossing

nigel.lapworth@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 00:00:15 +0100

[Closed on 26 April 2013]

The Avonmouth and Kingsweston Neighbourhood Partnership has prioritised a scheme to provide a Zebra crossing at Westbury Lane near it’s junction with Hallen Drive.

The proposed scheme would involve moving the existing bus stop outside the Nursery to a new position outside the shops, and introduce minor parking restrictions in the immediate area.

Review of Four Villages Children’s Centre

rachel.williams@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 16:24:48 +0000

[Results expected 1 March 2013 & feedback expected 20 March 2013]

The Early Years Service is reviewing Children’s Centre Services currently being provided by the amalgamated Four Villages Children’s Centre in KIngsweston, Avonmouth, Sea Mills, Stoke Bishop and Shirehampton. We are proposing to set up 3 separate smaller, and more local, Children’s Centres as follows :

Sea Mills & Stoke Bishop Children’s Centre
Avonmouth & Shirehampton Children’s Centre
Long Cross Specialist Children’s Centre

Our main reason for proposing this is to make sure that Children’s Centre services, which include childcare, early years education and family support services are within easier reach of all families living in these areas.

Community Infrastructure Levy Draft Charging Schedule Consultation

Jim.cliffe@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 00:01:00 +0100

[Closed on 30 March 2012]

The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a new system that requires development to contribute towards infrastructure, such as local community facilities, schools and transport improvements, which are needed to support the growth of the city. It will be applied as a charge on each square metre of new building, and will be payable by most development in Bristol.

Review of Gambling Policy

gamblingpolicy@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:20 +0100

[Results expected 15 January 2013]

One of the requirements of the Gambling Act 2005 is for the council to produce a Statement of Gambling Policy setting out how gambling will be regulated in Bristol.

The Gambling Act requires local authorities to review their policy every three years.

The current policy was reviewed in 2009 and republished by 31 January 2010.

Site Allocations and Development Management Preferred Approach Document

bdf@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 18 May 2012]

The council is preparing the Site Allocations and Development Management Document as part of the planning framework for the city.

The plan identifies development sites across Bristol to provide new homes, jobs, shops and community uses, whilst safeguarding sites for important uses such as open space and transport infrastructure. It also contains draft development management policies which the council will use when considering planning applications.

This consultation seeks comments on the council’s preferred approach and follows on from the options consultation in 2010.

Help shape Bristol's strategic cycle network

andrew.whitehead@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:18 +0100

[Results expected 1 June 2012 & feedback expected 1 June 2012]

Bristol City Council needs your help to define the strategic cycle network and help to identify the priorities for investment over the next twenty years.

All of the existing road network (with the exception of the M32) is important for cycling but we need to define which roads and paths are more important to you for your everyday cycling journeys in order to:

inform future investment in cycling; and
maximise benefits through planning activities, other transport projects and neighbourhood initiatives

Use our website to make suggestions, view others' contributions and join the debate

Bristol Citizens' Panel Survey - ss Great Britain

anna.mcdermott@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:08 +0100

[Results expected 29 May 2013 & feedback expected 29 May 2013]

The ss Great Britain Trust is a registered charity which receives no support from the Government and relies on donations and admission ticket sales to care for and share Brunel's masterpiece. As well as being responsible for conservin the SS Great Britain, the Trust cares for the most important collection of Brunel-related material in the world.

Whole Council Elections in 2013?

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Deputy Chief Executive) — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:23:18 +0000

[Closed on 30 November 2012]

Bristol City Council is consulting on whether to change its electoral cycle to whole council elections once every four years starting in May 2013 (following election in 2017). This change would mean the whole council is elected at the same time.

St. Anne’s Infant School Keep Clears

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (Communications and Marketing ) — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:07 +0000

[Results expected 17 December 2012 & feedback expected 21 December 2012]

The proposals are to make the School Keep Clear markings outside St. Anne’s Infant School enforceable. There will also be junction protection at Salisbury Rd, Langton Road, Bloomfield Rd junction. On Bloomfield Rd there will be a bus parking pay and disabled bay. Also there will be double yellow lines on the railway bridge on Langton Court Road.

Community safety and environmental issues in your neighbourhood satisfaction survey

John.Atkinson@bristol.gov.uk (Communications and Marketing ) — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:16 +0000

[Results expected 21 January 2013 & feedback expected 12 June 2013]

The Neighbourhood Working Group is a pilot project bringing different Bristol City Council Services and their partners together to quickly address issues around community safety and your local environment. You, as a Bristol resident, are at the heart of this process and if you live in one of the pilot areas we would very much appreciate your point of view around your satisfaction with your local neighbourhood.

Currently, the Neighbourhood working pilot covers 11 wards. These are Ashley, Cabot, Clifton, Clifton East, Easton, Eastville, Frome Vale, Hillfields, Lawrence Hill, St George East, St George West.

Community Transport Commissioning Strategy Consultation 2013

passenger.transport@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods and City Development) — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:32 +0100

[Results expected 25 July 2013 & feedback expected 27 August 2013]

We are consulting on proposals for a strategy to change the way the council commissions and contributes to the funding of community transport in the city. The proposals are based on the needs surveys carried out during Spring and early Summer 2012.

Funding provided by the council represents only part of the funding for community transport in the city. Many services are funded directly by other organisations or service users. This strategy can only focus on the element of community transport that the council directly funds to contribute to its overall priorities.

Highridge Common exchange land

bristol@citizenspace.com (West of England Partnership) — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:04 +0000

[Closed on 25 February 2013]

The West of England Partnership would like to hear your views on some options for a land exchange on Highridge Common.

The proposed South Bristol Link will use an area of 6,820 square metres (8,160 square yards) of Highridge Common and we will replace this land with new common land that will be connected to the existing Common.

We have looked at the possibilities and have identified two places where new land can be provided.

Bishopthorpe Road Proposed improvement of pedestrian facilities.

David.sarson@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 00:00:17 +0000

[Results expected 25 February 2013 & feedback expected 25 March 2013]

Funding has been made available to improve the pedestrian facilities along Bishopthorpe Road. An initial consultation exercise was carried out during the summer of 2012 to find the general opinion of local residents, upon which parts of Bishopthorpe Road the funding would most usefully be spent on. The feedback from this consultation was used to inform the design and this consultation exercise seeks residents’ views upon the current design.

School Organisation Strategy - meeting demand for school places

Michael.branaghan@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:29 +0000

[Results expected 21 December 2012 & feedback expected 21 December 2012]

Bristol City Council has a statutory duty to ensure that there are sufficient school places available within its area. The revised draft School Organisation Strategy 2012 to 2016 has been developed to identify the demand for school places and identify how this demand will be met in the form of short, medium and long term proposals.

Filwood No Public Drinking Zone

Lloyd.allen@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:26:25 +0000

[Results expected 28 January 2013 & feedback expected 1 April 2013]

Street drinking and related anti-social behaviour (ASB) has been reported as a local priority by residents of the Filwood ward in different parts of the area over the last few years, and most recently at the August Neighbourhood Forum.

As part of efforts to tackle these issues Bristol City Council has proposed to setup a No Public Drinking Zone to cover the affected areas.

The proposed Order will mean that the Police will have the power to stop people consuming alcohol and the power to confiscate opened drinks cans or bottles containing alcohol 24 hours a day.

Junction proposals for Filton Road / Toronto Road / Monks Park Avenue

simon.groves@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 25 May 2012 00:00:11 +0100

[Results expected 25 May 2012 & feedback expected 8 June 2012]

The traffic signals at this junction are almost 30 years old and in need of replacement. This provides an opportunity to look again at this junction to improve pedestrian crossing opportunities, improve safety and maintain traffic flow.

We make two proposals for how this could be achieved and would like your feedback.

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Neighbourhood Planning Area Applications

bdf@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:40:54 +0000

[Closed on 21 December 2012]

From October 2012, neighbourhood organisations in Bristol were given the opportunity to formally ask the council to designate their area as a ‘Neighbourhood Planning Area’ so that local voices can get involved and influence the planning process more easily.

Three groups have applied to formally designate three areas as Neighbourhood Planning Areas:

Lawrence Weston Neighbourhood Planning Group have put forward
Lawrence Weston Neighbourhood Planning Area.
Knowle West Area Neighbourhood Development Forum have put forward
Knowle West Neighbourhood Planning Area.
Old Market Community Association have put forward Old Market Quarter Neighbourhood Planning Area.

Traffic calming proposals for Hollister’s Drive, Hartcliffe

james.dowling@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sun, 15 Jul 2012 00:00:08 +0100

[Results expected 28 July 2012 & feedback expected 1 August 2012]

Dundry View Neighbourhood Partnership has prioritised some Section 106 funding towards a traffic calming scheme along Hollister’s Drive, Hartcliffe. We'd like your view on the proposals.

Preventing Homelessness: Commissioning medium, lower and floating support

joanna.roberts@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Sat, 11 Aug 2012 00:00:21 +0100

[Results expected 1 October 2012 & feedback expected 1 October 2012]

Bristol City Council commissions a range of services to prevent homelessness. The draft lower and floating support commissioning strategy sets out the council’s proposals for commissioning the following homelessness prevention services for vulnerable people who need support::

1. Short-term accommodation-based services for single people, families and young parents

2. Support and advice services helping people settle into new homes and stay in their existing homes.

Current services are mainly inherited and were not originally directly funded or commissioned by the council. We now seek to commission services that deliver both value for money and improved outcomes. The key challenge will be to meet the increased need for these services, with a reduced budget.

Ashton Court Mansion

teresa.crichton@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods and City Development) — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 00:00:15 +0100

[Results expected 17 May 2013 & feedback expected 3 June 2013]

Bristol City Council is looking to a new future for Ashton Court Mansion, and with the support of English Heritage has commissioned a major study to find the best way forward. The aim is to find a way to conserve and enhance the fabric of the mansion and its immediate gardens whilst maximising public access and enjoyment.

In exploring the options for the mansion we would very much like to hear your views.

Paper copies of the questionnaire are available from your local library or by telephoning 0115 976 5050.

Bristol Citizens' Panel Survey - Bristol's Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy

anna.mcdermott@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:08 +0100

[Results expected 29 May 2013 & feedback expected 29 May 2013]

The council and local health care services are working together to produce a plan identifying priorities for improvements to health and wellbeing in Bristol and how these will be achieved.

Together they will make the best use of resources in the city in the face of challenges of population growth, reductions in public spending and poorer health in the most deprived areas of Bristol.

Satchfield Close parking improvements

Nigel.lapworth@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 00:00:17 +0000

[Results expected 25 February 2013 & feedback expected 25 February 2013]

On 20th March 2012 Henbury & Southmead Neighbourhood Partnership prioritised a scheme to improve parking in Satchfield Close, which is a narrow street, by creating a parking lay-by in the verge area.

Local Council Tax Support Scheme Consultation

Jane.whiteman@bristol.gov.uk (Integrated Customer Services) — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 10:14:14 +0000

[Results expected 5 November 2012 & feedback expected 31 January 2013]

The Welfare benefits system across England and Wales is changing to reduce the Government’s overall benefits bill by £18billion. In Bristol it is estimated that there could be the potential loss of approximately £125m in benefits income received by local residents and indirectly to the Bristol economy by 2014/15

Preventing Homelessness Grant – Wraparound Services Review

commissioning.performance@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:22 +0000

[Results expected 16 March 2013 & feedback expected 16 March 2013]

Bristol City Council commissions a range of services to prevent homelessness. The Preventing Homelessness Grant Wraparound Services Review – Draft Commissioning Plan sets out the council’s proposals for commissioning Wraparound Services and deciding on how they be funded, either through tendering or through grant funding. The current Wraparound Services are a mixture of services that have been grant funded for up to ten years and commissioned services.

Wraparound Services are provided to vulnerable people who are homeless and moving towards independent living or threatened with homelessness. They include:

· Education, training and employment services
· Homelessness prevention services
· Services that engage with people sleeping rough to move off the streets and assist them to move towards independent living
· Mental health services

South Bristol Link - have your say

bristol@citizenspace.com (City Development) — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 00:00:24 +0100

[Closed on 29 June 2012]

The South Bristol Link is a combined road and rapid transit route between the A370 Long Ashton Park and Ride and Hengrove Park and also comprises new routes for walking and cycling. The route will integrate with existing bus and rail services, improve access to jobs, education and leisure facilities, promote economic regeneration, whilst reducing traffic congestion on local roads.

The route will link into two other schemes being progressed as part of the proposed rapid transit network:

Ashton Vale to Temple Meads transit route at Long Ashton Park and Ride
North Fringe to Hengrove route at Hengrove Park.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order for Waiting Restrictions and Loading Places – Ashley Down Road Area

traffic.management@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:17 +0000

[Closed on 17 November 2011]

This web page provides information on a proposal for a Traffic Regulation Order for waiting restrictions and Loading Places in the Ashley Down Road Area.

Cotham Residents’ Parking Scheme proposals

respark@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 00:00:09 +0000

[Closed on 2 December 2011]

Have your say on draft proposals to develop a residents’ parking scheme in Cotham. The proposals build on the success of Bristol’s first residents’ parking scheme in Kingsdown, which was implemented in January 2011.

Recommendations following initial consultation to Childcare Sufficiency Assessment 2010

Wendy.weston@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:12 +0100

[Results expected 31 March 2011]

The childcare survey is open to all parents, carers, early learning and childcare providers, as well as all employers in Bristol. The survey is known as the ‘Childcare Sufficiency Assessment’ and is carried out every three years by all Local Authorities to assess the gap between the demand and supply of childcare.

Bristol Womens Survey - how can we better engage?

Gillian.douglas@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:12 +0100

[Closed on 28 January 2011]

Bristol City Council wants to hear the views of women and women’s organisations in the city on how public authorities can best hear and act on the concerns and priorities of women.

Manor Farm Area Parking Review

alan.berridge@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:12 +0100

[Closed on 31 March 2011]

The parts of the Manor Farm area that lie close to Southmead Hospital experience high demand for on-street parking. Many of the roads are very narrow and uncontrolled parking often makes the roads difficult to access for both motorists and pedestrians. The purpose of this scheme is to provide parking restrictions, such as double yellow lines, to address locations where parking can be obstructive.

Update: 24 Jan 2011

The consultation response was very low and proved to be inconclusive. We will, therefore, be attending the local Neighbourhood Forum Meeting on 28th January in order to have detailed discussions with local residents on the proposals set out in the consultation. We have also asked that the consultation finder page be reopened whilst this extra consultation is undertaken.

Proposed Road Closure – Ham Lane (Stapleton)

Andrew.spicer@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:12 +0100

[Closed on 12 August 2011]

Have your say on a proposal to close an unsurfaced narrow section of Ham Lane to motor vehicles due to conflict between vehicles and pedestrians.

Proposed Parking Restrictions on New Fosseway/Wells Road

Andrew.spicer@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 12 August 2011]

Limited waiting parking restrictions are proposed on both Wells Road and New Fosseway Road. This would hopefully restrict parking to a 30 minute period, resulting in a greater turnover of parking for customers or deliveries to the shops. Further details of the proposals are shown overleaf.

Feasibility study – improvements to the junction of Old Sneed Avenue and Stoke Hill

j.godfrey-mccabe@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:18 +0100

[Closed on 30 September 2011]

Henleaze, Stoke Bishop & Westbury on Trym Neighbourhood Partnership has identified a feasibility study for improvements to the junction of Old Sneed Avenue and Stoke Hill as a local traffic scheme priority.The Traffic Management Group has been asked to develop a preliminary proposal for improvements to this junction and to consult with local residents and businesses on the design. The Neighbourhood Partnership will then consider the results of the consultation when they meet to allocate funding for future local traffic scheme work programmes.

Feasibility study for a zebra crossing on Kellaway Avenue

j.godfrey-mccabe@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 30 September 2011]

Horfield and Lockleaze Neighbourhood Partnership has identified a feasibility study for a zebra pedestrian crossing on Kellaway Avenue, near to Horfield Common, as a local traffic scheme priority for the current financial year.The Traffic Management Group has been asked to develop a preliminary design for a zebra crossing on this stretch of Kellaway Avenue and to consult with local residents on the design. The results of the consultation will then be considered by the Neighbourhood Partnership when they meet to identify their local traffic scheme priorities for future work programmes.

Draft Community Investment Strategy 2011- 2016

investmentandgrants@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 30 May 2011]

The draft Community Investment Strategy sets our proposed priorities and criteria for allocating over £2m of grants to voluntary and community sector (VCS) organisations locally. The Strategy aims to make the priorities and criteria for the Community Investment Fund clearer, more transparent and more focused on local need.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order for bus lane, Quay Street

alan.berridge@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 1 April 2011]

Proposal for a Traffic Regulation Order to change the operating conditions of the existing bus lane at Quay Street. If the Order is introduced, motorcyclists will no longer be permitted to use the bus lane.

Proposed pedestrian refuge island on Pen Park Road, Southmead

j.godfrey-mccabe@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 18 April 2011]

Proposal for a pedestrian refuge island and dropped kerbs on Pen Park Road in Southmead, between the junctions with Charlton Road and Lanercost Road. This has been identified as a minor traffic scheme priority by Henbury and Southmead Neighbourhood Partnership

Filton Avenue, Lockleaze Area Parking Review

alan.berridge@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 1 April 2011]

A review of parking restrictions in area of Lockleaze east of Filton Avenue has been identified as a local traffic scheme priority for the by the Horfield and Lockleaze Neighbourhood Partnership. The consultation leaflets available below provide details of proposals for parking restrictions that will improve visibility and access at junctions and pinch points in the area

Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) - Article 4 Direction

simon.fletcher@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 31 March 2011]

The council are providing an opportunity to make representations on the making of an article 4 direction to remove permitted development rights for a change of use between a Dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) and a small House in Multiple Occupation (Use Class C4). The article 4 was made on 10 December 2010 for the wards of Ashley, Cabot, Clifton East, Cotham and Lawrence Hill and is proposed to come into effect on 11 December 2011.

Millpond Primary School - Mandatory Zigzags

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 1 February 2011]

As part of the Safer Routes to School Scheme we are aiming to make the Zigzags outside Millpond Primary School on Baptist St mandatory. This will mean that they will be enforceable between the hours of 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday. The aim will be to make the journey to school for pedestrians and cyclists safer experience.

Proposed pedestrian crossings - Ashley Down Road and Downend Road

daniel.holden@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 15 March 2011]

This web page provides information about proposals for the introduction of:

• a traffic signal controlled puffin pedestrian crossing at Ashley Down Road, between its junctions with Downend Road and Brynland Avenue; and

• a zebra pedestrian crossing at Downend Road, between its junctions with Selborne Road and Purdown Road.

Two Mile Hill, St George Proposed Loading Bay

tom.gosden@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 11 March 2011]

St. George Neighbourhood Partnership have been asked to investigate the feasibility of installing a loading bay on Two Mile Hill in the vicinity of the shops close to the junction with Primrose Lane.

We are proposing to remove a short section of limited waiting parking in order to incorporate the loading bay, which will allow the local shops to load and unload more effectively throughout the day, a practice that is currently restricted during the morning and evening peak travel times. The centre line on Two Mile Hill will also be adjusted to allow for a three metre lane in both directions.

Chester Park Safer Routes to School

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:14 +0100

[Results expected 9 May 2011]

As part of the Safer Routes to School Scheme we are aiming to make the Zigzags outside Chester Park Infant / Junior School mandatory. This will mean that they will be enforceable between the hours of 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday. The aim will be to make the journey to school for pedestrians and cyclists a safer experience. We are also proposing double yellow lines at junctions along the length of Ridgeway Road and around the junction with Lodge Causeway.

Policing Priorities Summer 2011

feedback@aspola.org.uk (Avon & Somerset Constabulary) — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 11:51:52 +0000

[Closed on 19 August 2011]

This consultation aims to gather your views on what you feel are the key policing priorities and what services you think the police are responsible for providing. We will also be asking you whether you are aware of the proposed introduction of an elected Police and Crime Commissioner in Avon and Somerset.

St George Park Lake – Consultation with Anglers

karen.lloyd@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 00:00:26 +0000

[Results expected 6 January 2012 & feedback expected 31 March 2012]

Bristol Parks and the Neighbourhood Partnership are currently considering a report detailing possible options to address specific problems relating to St George Park Lake which we know are caused by a small minority of those who fish the lake.

Proposed changes to road markings and installations of footway bollards Talbot Road

David.sarson@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:14 +0100

[Closed on 18 February 2011]

Proposal for the enhancement of the priority road narrowing and road markings on Talbot Road.

Elmlea Primary School Mandatory Zigzags

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:14 +0100

[Closed on 1 February 2011]

As part of the Safer Routes to School Scheme we are aiming to make the Zigzags outside Elmlea Infant and Junior Schools mandatory. This will mean that they will be enforceable between the hours of 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday. The aim will be to make the journey to school for pedestrians and cyclists a safer experience.

Southfield Road and Eastfield Road Area Parking Review, Westbury on Trym

Alan.berridge@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:14 +0100

[Closed on 21 January 2011]

The main problem experienced in this area is indiscriminate parking at junctions, which obstructs the pedestrian dropped kerbs and reduces access and visibility for motorists.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Orders and Speed Limit Order for A432 Fishponds Road/Stapleton Road

bristol@citizenspace.com (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:14 +0100

[Closed on 14 July 2011]

This web page provides information on proposals for:

(A) Traffic Regulation Orders to:

(i) modify an existing bus lane and introduce new bus lanes at Fishponds Road;

(ii) prescribe or prohibit certain traffic movements at Fishponds Road and adjoining or adjacent roads;

(iii) prohibit or restrict waiting at Fishponds Road/Stapleton Road and adjoining or adjacent roads;

(B) a Speed Limit Order to modify an existing 20 mph speed limit in the Station Road area.

Jan 2007 - May 2011 Past consultations

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Bristol City Council) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:14 +0100

[Closed on 9 June 2011]

In May 2011 Bristol City Council Public Consultation Team implemented a new and improved consultation portal.

The list of closed consultations (January 2007 to May 2011) can be downloaded from the related documents link below. Contact the relevant owner for further details on the consultation and results.

Citizens' Panel survey - Cycling City

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Deputy Chief Executive) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:03:53 +0000

[Results expected 29 April 2011 & feedback expected 29 April 2011]

Survey to Bristol's Biggest Think tank - the Citizens' Panel - for the Cycling city project.

Citizens' Panel survey - Your Street

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Deputy Chief Executive) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:02:05 +0000

[Results expected 29 April 2011 & feedback expected 29 April 2011]

Survey to Bristol's Biggest Think tank - the Citizens' Panel - for Active Bristol.

Homelessness Prevention High Support Services

commissioning.performance@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 00:00:29 +0000

[Results expected 30 March 2012]

Bristol City Council commissions a range of Preventing Homelessness High Support services. These are accommodation based services that work to prevent future homelessness, and support people to recover from past homelessness. BCC intends to revise the way these services are commissioned, to ensure that the right services are in place to help those with high support needs at the right cost.

Proposal for all Avon Coroner Post Mortem to be undertaken at Flax Bourton Public Mortuary

Zillah.morris@bristol.gov.uk (Resources) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:22 +0000

[Results expected 8 February 2012 & feedback expected 24 February 2012]

Flax Bourton Public Mortuary (FBPM) is the location for all but one set of Avon Coroner post mortems. It is proposed that this unit (a new build, successful and state of the art facility) conduct all Avon post mortems from April 2012. A partnership of four local authorities funds the Avon Coroner service. Expenditure streams have been closely scrutinised; resulting in a number of proposals for reductions. See Budget Conversation launch 24th November 2011 http://askbristolonbudget.wordpress.com/.
This consultation proposes post mortems currently taking place at Bath RUH will fall in line with the whole of Avon and be conducted at FBPM.

Bristol Alcohol Survey

Noshin.menzies@bristol.nhs.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:00:01 +0000

[Results expected 1 December 2011]

NHS Bristol is currently conducting a survey aimed at gathering the experiences, knowledge and attitudes towards alcohol of people aged 18-30 years.

Highways and Transport Public Satisfaction Survey

traffic.management@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:14 +0100

[Results expected 26 September 2011 & feedback expected 31 March 2012]

This postal survey is being carried out to measure the satisfaction rate of Bristol residents with local highways and transport services provided by Bristol City Council. The consultation is part of a national survey with 70 local authorities taking part at the same time. Results will be benchmarked across the country enabling us to share information and ultimately improve services to meet customer needs.

Proposed removal of pedestrian (zebra) crossing - New Station Road, Fishponds

bristol@citizenspace.com (City Development) — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 22 September 2011]

This web page provides information about proposals for the removal of a pedestrian (zebra) crossing on New Station Road.

Proposed Road Humps - Station Road, Fishponds

bristol@citizenspace.com (City Development) — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:13 +0100

[Closed on 22 September 2011]

This web page provides information on a proposal for road humps at Station Road, Fishponds

Community Engagement in Health and Social Care

Janet.player@bristol.gov.uk (Health & Social Care) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:14 +0100

[Results expected 1 August 2011 & feedback expected 30 September 2011]

We would like to tell you about some of the new ways we are supporting people who have social care needs. If you live in Bristol, this affects you so come and hear what we are doingand give us your suggestions for how we might do better.

Town and village green application process

Anne.Nugent@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:58:34 +0000

[Results expected 20 February 2012 & feedback expected 20 February 2012]

Bristol City Council, acting as commons registration authority, determines applications to register town and village greens in the Bristol area. The criteria for determining such applications are laid down in the Commons Act 2006. The Council is seeking to streamline its process for dealing with and determining these applications while making sure the decision-making process remains fair and objective for both applicants and objectors.

Proposed Trees & Bollards – The Chine (Stapleton)

Andrew.spicer@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:14 +0100

[Closed on 29 July 2011]

Have your say on a proposal to install bollards and plant trees on The Chine to prevent obstructive parking.

Strategic Tenancy Policy Plus

kevin.mulvenna@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:01 +0000

[Results expected 30 November 2011 & feedback expected 30 November 2011]

Under its Localism Bill the Government are making changes to the types of affordable housing tenancies offered. There is also an expectation that the Council will review its Housing Register, the way affordable housing is allocated; and finally the way in which tenancies pass to family members of tenants. It will be a duty of the Council to publish a Strategic Housing Policy to propose how this should operate in Bristol. The Council is consulting on all these changes under the ‘umbrella’ title Strategic Housing Policy Plus. The consultation also covers any disposal of affordable housing.

Outer Central Parking Zone – Proposed waiting/parking restrictions

james.dowling@bristol.gov.uk (City Development - Performance & Standards ) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:15 +0100

[Closed on 12 September 2011]

This web page provides information on a proposal for a Traffic Regulation Order for waiting/parking restrictions in the Outer Central Parking Zone.

Ashton Gate Safer Route / Links to School

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:15 +0100

[Results expected 6 September 2011 & feedback expected 12 September 2011]

This is a Safer Routes to School Scheme for Ashton Gate Primary School. It is made up of two elements. The first is directly outside the School and is made up of a patterned road surface and planters. The second is a build out at the junction of Greenway Bush Lane and North Street. Both elements aim to encourage walking and cycling to School as well as making it safer.

Parry’s Lane Zebra Crossing

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:15 +0100

[Results expected 6 September 2011 & feedback expected 16 September 2011]

This is the public consultation for the proposed Zebra Crossing on Parry’s Lane. The proposed crossing comes from the results of Elmlea Infant and Junior School’s Travel Plans as well as requests from the wider community. It is part of the Safer routes to Schools and Links to Schools and Communities Scheme. The aim is to make a safer crossing point on Parry’s Lane for parents, children and members of the community to cross.

Redcatch Road, outside Redcatch Park

David.sarson@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:15 +0100

[Closed on 29 August 2011]

Proposal for the improvement of pedestrian facilities on Redcatch Road. This has been identified as a minor traffic scheme priority for the 2011/2012 financial year by the Filwood, Knowle and Windmill Hill Neighbourhood Partnership.

Sturminster Road Proposed Grass Verge Improvement

dave.alexis@bristol.gov.uk (Communications and Marketing ) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:01 +0000

[Results expected 19 December 2011 & feedback expected 20 December 2011]

Hengrove & Stockwood Neighbourhood Partnership has identified the need to improve the grass verge in the sturminster Road area.

Violence and Abuse Against Women and Girls: a gendered violence strategy 2011-14 – draft

Lesley.welch@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 00:00:05 +0100

[Feedback expected 25 November 2011]

Consultation for draft Violence and Abuse Against Women and Girls Strategy Against Gendered Violence 2011-2014
We are seeking your comments and suggestions. This is a new approach and a very complex area – we have ourselves improvements to make and with your help hope and expect to improve it substantially, before it is finally published in November 2011. If you would like a member of the Violence and Abuse Against Women and Girls (VAAWG) Strategy Group to present the draft strategy to your organisation, please contact lesley.welch@bristol.gov.uk.

Black and ethnic minority voice and influence consultation

Sophia@skyers_morris.co.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:24 +0000

[Results expected 29 February 2012 & feedback expected 29 February 2012]

The consultation will take place citywide from October 2011 until January 2012 and will include, focus groups, individual consultation and the attached questionnaire. The council and Voscur would like the process of consultation to be transparent and support and facilitate a BME Voice and Influence (V&I) steering group, who have appointed consultants (SkyersPoorman) to conduct the consultation.The consultants recruited will gather feedback from communities and VCS organisations, they will provide recommendations to the steering group who will subsequently recommend which models and structure(s) will best suit the needs of communities and black led organisations in Bristol.

Core Strategy - Schedules of Potential Significant Changes

bdf@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:15 +0100

[Closed on 28 January 2011]

The City Council is preparing its Core Strategy. This is a Development Plan which outlines the approach to planning for the new housing, shops and workplaces to be built over the next twenty years. During the summer a Planning Inspector appointed by the Secretary of State held a number of public examination hearings into the ‘soundness’ of the Core Strategy. As a result of these discussions the council published potential changes to the Core Strategy in December 2010, which provided the opportunity for representations to be made on the changes that arose from the examination hearings. Consultation on the changes has now closed.

High Street Scrutiny Day residents survey

jason.thorne@bristol.gov.uk (Communications and Marketing ) — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 00:00:05 +0000

[Results expected 11 November 2011]

The Council's Sustainable Development and Transport Scrutiny Commission scrutinises Council performance and influences its policy and decision-making. It is holding an inquiry in November to examine best practice in supporting local high streets and making them vibrant and diverse places to visit.

The High Street Scrutiny Day takes place on Friday 11th November and will be webcast on the Council's website which will be availbale on the day and also after the event.

Victoria Park area parking restriction scheme

Dave.alexis@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:15 +0100

[Closed on 24 March 2011]

Filwood, Knowle & Windmill Hill Neighbourhood Partnership has identified the need for a parking restriction scheme in the Victoria Park area of Windmill Hill

Avonvale Road Crossing

Dave.alexis@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:15 +0100

[Closed on 11 February 2011]

It is proposed to modify the existing traffic calming feature outside 112 Avonvale Road, by introducing pedestrian dropped kerbs. This will make it easier and safer for pedestrians to cross the road using the road narrowing.

Newbridge Road & Wick Road Minor Highway Works

Dave.alexis@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:15 +0100

[Closed on 1 February 2011]

Proposal of ‘edge of carriageway’ line will be introduced, where appropriate, to define the parking and edge of the road. It is also proposed to introduce anti-skid surfacing on the bend adjacent to the vehicular entrance to St.Annes Park.

Highridge Green Narrow Estate Road Improvement

Dave.alexis@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:16 +0100

[Closed on 11 February 2011]

The proposed measures, would widen the carriageway at both ends of the crescent, making it easier for larger vehicles to negotiate the two corners. We are also looking into possibility of planting trees in the remaining grass areas.

Aldwick Avenue Narrow Estate Road Improvement

Dave.alexis@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:16 +0100

[Closed on 11 February 2011]

The proposed measures would widen the carriageway at the junction to improve access, and provide 5 additional parking spaces.

Bamfield Road Pedestrian Improvement

Dave.alexis@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:16 +0100

[Closed on 11 February 2011]

Proposed installation of a pedestrian refuge island in the vicinity of Oatlands Avenue. This type of pedestrian facility will allow people to cross Bamfield in two stages, therefore, pedestrians will only have to wait for a gap in traffic from one direction at a time.

Christ Church Primary School Mandatory Zigzags

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:16 +0100

[Closed on 1 February 2011]

As part of the Safer Routes to School Scheme we are aiming to make the Zigzags outside Christ Church CE Primary School mandatory. This will mean that they will be enforceable between the hours of 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday. The aim will be to make the journey to school for pedestrians and cyclists a safer experience.

Novers Hill Feasibility of Reducing Traffic

James.dowling@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:16 +0100

[Closed on 11 February 2011]

Filwood, Knowle & Windmill Hill Neighbourhood Partnership has asked us to investigate whether it might be possible to reduce the volume of traffic that uses Novers Hill, to make it safer and easier for pedestrians to use the road.

Kingsway Area, St George Parking Restrictions

tom.gosden@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:16 +0100

[Closed on 11 March 2011]

St. George Neighbourhood Partnership has identified a parking restriction review in the Kingsway area as a minor traffic scheme priority for the 2010/11 financial year.The purpose of the scheme is to identify those junctions where double yellow line restrictions would improve visibility and maintain access for motorists and pedestrians. It is also proposed to introduce limited waiting restrictions adjacent to the Kingsway shopping area to encourage greater parking turnover.

Westbury Park parking review

alan.berridge@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:00:21 +0100

[Closed on 7 October 2011]

Henleaze, Stoke Bishop and Westbury on Trym Neighbourhood Partnership has identified a review of parking restrictions in the Westbury Park area as a local traffic scheme priority for the current financial year. The consultation leaflet available below provides details of preliminary proposals for parking restrictions to improve visibility and access at junctions and pinch points in the area.

Coldharbour Road parking review

alan.berridge@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:00:21 +0100

[Closed on 7 October 2011]

Bishopston, Cotham and Redland Neighbourhood Partnership has identified a review of parking restrictions on a section of Coldharbour Road as a local traffic scheme priority for the current financial year. The consultation leaflet available below provides details of preliminary proposals for parking restrictions to improve visibility and access at junctions and pinch points in the area.

Shirehampton Road parking restrictions

alan.berridge@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:00:22 +0100

[Closed on 7 October 2011]

Henleaze, Stoke Bishop and Westbury on Trym Neighbourhood Partnership has identified a review of parking restrictions on Shirehampton Road, between the junctions with Seamills Lane and Stoke Paddock Road, as a local traffic scheme priority for the current financial year. The consultation leaflet available below provides details of preliminary proposals for parking restrictions to improve visibility and access at junctions and proposals for limited waiting parking bays.

Proposed Daytime Pedestrianisation Scheme – Boyce’s Avenue, Clifton

david.sarson@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 00:00:05 +0100

[Closed on 28 October 2011]

A proposal for a Traffic Regulation Order for a daytime pedestrian zone at Boyce’s Avenue and associated changes to traffic operation and parking arrangements at Kings Road.

Helping older and disabled people live at home through advice, adaptations and improvements

Marion.britton@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 11:51:53 +0000

[Results expected 3 February 2012]

This consultation seeks views on the proposed commissioning of home improvement agency services across the West of England area. These are housing-related services that help older and disabled people live independently and safely in their own home. Home improvement agencies provide information and advice, carry out minor repairs and help people organise larger repairs or adaptations. The commissioning of a single provider will help improve the quality of services that people receive and get better value for money.

It is also proposed that independent living centre services are included in this contract. These centres can make daily life easier for people with disabilities by offering a range of products and equipment for demonstration and testing.

Picton Lane – Minor Highway Work Proposals

andrew.spicer@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:16 +0100

[Closed on 17 June 2011]

Ashley, Easton & Lawrence Hill Neighbourhood Partnership hasrequested that some funding contributed by a local development is directed towards removing through traffic from Picton Lane. This would result in an improved pedestrian & cycling environment.

Snowdon Road Area, Frome Vale – Proposed waiting restrictions and mandatory school keep clear

bristol@citizenspace.com (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:16 +0100

[Closed on 26 August 2011]

This web page provides information on a proposal for a Traffic Regulation Order for waiting restrictions in the Snowdon Road Area.

Proposed Zebra Crossing & Bus Stop Works – West Street, Bedminster

tom.gosden@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:12 +0000

[Results expected 31 January 2012 & feedback expected 31 January 2012]

It is proposed to introduce a zebra crossing to address the lack of pedestrian facilities in the area. Its location has been influenced by the proximity to the Airpoint residential building, St.Monica Wills House and the commercial units on this stretch of West Street. It is also proposed that the parking outside the shops will be formalised with a dedicated loading bay and time limited parking. As part of this scheme, we are also proposing to move the bus stop from outside number 90 West Street to opposite the Granby Clinic.

Redland Court Road and Carnarvon Road proposed parking restrictions

alan.berridge@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:00:23 +0100

[Closed on 7 October 2011]

Bishopston, Cotham and Redland Neighbourhood Partnership has identified a scheme to introduce parking restrictions at the junctions of Redland Court Road and Carnarvon Road with Redland Road as a local traffic priority for the current financial year. The consultation leaflet available below provides details of preliminary proposals for parking restrictions to improve visibility and access at these junctions.

Parking in the Twickenham Road Area

alan.Berridge@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:43:41 +0000

[Closed on 2 September 2011]

The Traffic Management Group has received reports from residents in your area of problems caused by on-street parking. Issues include obstruction of junctions, reports of blocked driveways and parking on footways. In addition there can be a high demand for parking from visitors accessing leisure facilities in the area. It may be possible to improve the situation at the worst affected locations by introducing parking restrictions.

Proposed pedestrian crossings – M32 Junction 2 to Junction 3 (southbound) On Slip road

Ross.vardy@bristol.gov.uk (Communications and Marketing ) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:17 +0100

[Closed on 22 June 2011]

Proposals for the introduction of a traffic signal controlled toucan pedestrian crossing on the southbound on slip road at M32 Junction 2

Review of Day Opportunities in Bristol for people with Health and Social Care needs

dayservices.consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:24 +0000

[Results expected 29 March 2012 & feedback expected 29 March 2012]

This consultation seeks views on the purpose and appropriate model of day opportunities for service users and carers who are eligible to receive services funded by Bristol City Council.

Day opportunities include attendance at a day centre, supported activities in the community, supporting people to access employment openings, education and leisure pursuits

We are looking at services for older people (including dementia), disabled adults, and people with Learning difficulties: the solutions may be different.

Crow Lane Proposed pedestrian (zebra) crossing

j.godfrey-mccabe@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:06 +0100

[Closed on 29 September 2011]

This web page provides information about proposals for the introduction of a zebra pedestrian crossing on Crow Lane, near to Blaise Primary School.

Parental choice of schools

michele.webber@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:17 +0100

[Closed on 30 July 2011]

We want to know what influences Bristol parents in their decision to choose a primary or secondary school for their child/children.

Proposed Puffin crossing on Ashley Down Road south

daniel.holden@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:17 +0100

[Closed on 15 August 2011]

This web page provides information about a proposal for the introduction of a puffin crossing, in place of an existing pelican crossing, at Ashley Down Road by Kathdene Gardens.

Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone:Proposed Local Development Order for temporary uses on Plot 3 Temple Quay

bdf@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:24 +0000

[Closed on 16 February 2012]

Bristol City Council is producing a ‘Local Development Order’ (LDO) to grant planning permission for temporary uses on Plot 3 Temple Quay. Plot 3 is located adjacent to Temple Meads train station and is a key site within the Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone.

Fishponds Road Proposed pedestrian crossing upgrade

bristol@citizenspace.com (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 00:00:23 +0100

[Closed on 23 September 2011]

This web page provides information about proposals for the upgrade of a pedestrian traffic signal controlled pelican crossing with a pedestrian traffic signal controlled puffin crossing along Fishponds Road east of its junction with Argyle Street.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order for Bus Lane – Newfoundland Way (A4032)

traffic.management@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:21 +0100

[Closed on 26 October 2011]

This web page provides information on a proposal for a Traffic Regulation Order to modify the existing bus lane at Newfoundland Way.

Living Well with Dementia in Bristol - Joint Strategy

ian.popperwell@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:19 +0100

[Results expected 25 November 2011 & feedback expected 6 January 2012]

Have your say on the joint NHS Bristol and Bristol City Council strategy “Living Well with Dementia in Bristol"

Bristol Citizens' Panel survey - Who should get social housing?

anna.mcdermott@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:04 +0100

[Results expected 12 July 2013 & feedback expected 12 July 2013]

Citizens' Panel survey asking how the council should use new flexibility of the Localism Act 2011 to review rules for who can be on the housing register and apply for social housing.

Bristol Citizens' Panel survey - Bristol Green Capital Partnership

anna.mcdermott@bristol.gov.uk (Bristol Green Capital Partnership) — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:04 +0100

[Results expected 12 July 2013 & feedback expected 12 July 2013]

Bristol Green Capital Partnership are asking the Citizens' Panel about current behaviour in energy efficiency improvements and green priorities for the city.

Neighbourhood Planning Front Runner's

bdf@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:05 +0100

[Closed on 14 June 2013]

The Localism Act November 2011 allows community groups to apply for the designation of a Neighbourhood Planning Area and to apply to be designated as the Neighbourhood Planning Forum for that area. A designated Neighbourhood Planning Forum will then be able to prepare a Neighbourhood Development Plan or Neighbourhood Development Orders for the area. These documents will help to direct and encourage growth in housing, employment provision and the provision of facilities to support the community.

On 27th March 2013, the council designated a Neighbourhood Planning Area in Knowle West. The Council then gave a 4 week period up until 26th April 2013 for qualifying organisations to apply for formal designation as the Neighbourhood Planning Forum for Knowle West Neighbourhood Planning Area. During this period a Forum application was received from Knowle West Residents Planning Group.

Bristol Citizens' Panel survey - contacting the council and accessing services

anna.mcdermott@bristol.gov.uk (Integrated Customer Services) — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 00:00:06 +0100

[Results expected 12 July 2013 & feedback expected 12 July 2013]

Bristol City Council are looking at options for how we can improve options for people contacting the council and accessing services, to help reduce our costs and free up time for people who need more face to face support.

School admission arrangements 2013/14

Ian.bell@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:19 +0000

[Results expected 16 March 2012 & feedback expected 16 April 2012]

Bristol City Council is responsible for setting the admission arrangements for all Community and Voluntary Controlled schools in the city. This consultation includes the proposed new intake oversubscription criteria and co-ordinated admission schemes for the 2013/14 school year. A number of issues including changes to Special Educational Needs funding and the development of split-site primary schools need to be reflected in the arrangements.

Please be aware that some changes may be required to comply with the new School Admissions Code currently before Parliament.

More effective responses to anti-social behaviour

asb@bristol.gov.uk (Safer Bristol Partnership) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:18 +0100

[Closed on 17 May 2011]

The government are consulting on their latest plans to reform the way we tackle anti-social behaviour.

The St Pauls Conversation Part of Our Local Library

chris@theideasmonster.com (Neighbourhoods) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:18 +0100

[Results expected 5 May 2011]

The Learning & Family Centre already has some amazing facilities like the crèche, library, cafe, computer rooms, there’s even a dark room, but it is time to widen the use of the centre. What could you be using if for and how could you make it a reality? This is about open collaboration, good ideas and getting all of the people who can make them a reality together in one room whilst giving members of the community the support they need to actively manage the services their services in the future.

Lets talk about supported transport services

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:49:21 +0000

[Closed on 11 May 2011]

Most of Bristol's public transport system is run by private operators as commericial services. The council has little or no say over routes, timetables or fares. In addition to this, the council supports some transport services to supplement the commercial services. Last year, the council spent £5.2 million on these supported transport services including park & ride, night flyers, early / late day services, and door-to-door services for disabled people. Savings need to be made and so the council wants to hear your ideas for making this investment work harder for the city and ideas for doing more for less.

St Werburghs Primary School - Mandatory Zigzags

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:18 +0100

[Closed on 22 April 2011]

As part of the Safer Routes to School Scheme we are aiming to make the Zigzags outside St. Werburgh’s Primary School on James Street mandatory. This will mean that they will be enforceable between the hours of 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday. We will also be introducing parking restrictions at the entrance to the school on Warminster Road to keep the gateway clear. There will also be junction protection on Norman Road. The aim will be to make the journey to school for pedestrians and cyclists a safer experience.

Sea Mills Square - options for Highway Improvements

alan.berridge@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:18 +0100

[Closed on 12 May 2011]

Avonmouth and Kingsweston Neighbourhood Partnership, which covers Sea Mills, is concerned about the damage that is being caused to Sea Mills Square by cars and service vehicles. The Traffic Management Group has been asked to develop options for improvements and consult local residents on the issue.

Air Balloon Hill Primary School - Mandatory Zigzags

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:18 +0100

[Closed on 27 April 2011]

As part of the Safer Routes to School Scheme we are aiming to introduce a Bus Bay outside the School. The aim is to provide a location where children can be picked up and dropped off safely. The bay will be enforceable between the hours of 8am to 6pm from Monday to Friday in the same way as the current Zigzags.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order for bus lanes Cheltenham Road, Ashley and Cotham

alan.berridge@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:18 +0100

[Closed on 1 April 2011]

Proposal for a Traffic Regulation Order for inbound and outbound bus lanes at Cheltenham Road.

Proposed removal of traffic calming measures, Hallen Road

David.sarson@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 16 March 2011]

Proposal for the removal of traffic calming measures on Hallen Road, between its junctions with Wndmill Lane and Marissal Road

Residential Services “The Way Forward”

residential.consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 13:49:11 +0100

[Results expected 29 March 2012 & feedback expected 29 March 2012]

Bristol City Council has 11 residential homes and a resource centre providing services for older people. A decision was made in 2008 to close all council run elderly persons homes and replace them with a smaller number of residential resource centres and specialist dementia units. This work was paused in 2010 as costs increased following a fall in property valuations and an increase in staffing costs.

Council residential care has been the subject of much discussion and there’s a need to provide clarity for service users and our staff, and to create a clear plan as to the way forward.

Grosvenor Road & Sussex parking review

Andrew.spicer@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:00:02 +0000

[Results expected 25 November 2011 & feedback expected 25 November 2011]

Ashley, Easton and Lawrence Hill Neighbourhood Partnership has identified the need for a parking restriction scheme in the Grosvenor Road / Sussex Place area.

General Review of The Baseline Standards

Kanwal.dhillon@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 21 July 2011]

Bristol City Council's Baseline Standards are in place to safeguard the City Council's investments and grant aid. The Baseline Standards also ensure that all Bristol City Council funded organisations are well managed and have appropriate policies in place. We are currently in the process of reviewing and updating the Baseline Standards.

The attached draft is subject to consultation prior to its finalisation. We want to consult, particularly with local voluntary and community sector (VCS) organisations to get feedback and to make sure that your views and comments are fully considered and any resulting changes are made prior to implementation.

We would very much appreciate your comments by 5pm on Thursday 21st July 2011.

Please send your comments to : Kanwal Dhillon (Planning and Commissioning Manager) investmentandgrants@bristol.gov.uk

Budget proposals 2012-13

conversation@bristol.gov.uk (Bristol City Council) — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:51:07 +0000

[Closed on 11 January 2012]

The council has published its draft budget proposals for 2012-13 for consideration and comment.

The proposals seek to address the council's reduced funding from central government which is reducing by £70 million until 2014/15. This is the second year of savings and change - in 2012/13 the council needs to save a further £21 million.

Please visit the Budget Conversation website to read more about the background and the proposals. You can have your say by leaving a public comment or complete the private comments form.

Bringing Westmoreland House/ Carriage Works Stokes Croft back into use

Jan.reichel@bristol.gov.uk (Resources) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 8 August 2011]

Bristol City Council has agreed proposals aimed at breaking the deadlock over Westmoreland House which has stood derelict for many years. The council’s Cabinet of leading members, which met on 3 March 2011, agreed that if efforts to purchase the property through negotiated agreement with the owners failed, it would seek a compulsory purchase order (CPO) and a partner to re-develop the site with. The Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) recently agreed grant funding to assist the project.

Draft St James' Parade Conservation Area Character Appraisal & Management Proposals

conservation@bristol.gov.uk (City Design) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 1 March 2011]

Assessment of the character and boundaries of the St James’ Parade Conservation Area is overdue. The last review was conducted in 1993. In 2006, English Heritage published Guidance on Conservation Area Appraisals detailing best practice on conducting specific assessment of an area’s significance. Producing a Character Appraisal provided the opportunity to evaluate and record the special interest of the St James’ Parade Conservation Area, and how that significance is vulnerable. It has also provided an opportunity to conduct a boundary review. The draft character appraisal also identifies ‘negative features’; the management proposals outline aspirations to improve these through positive change.

Extending the Air Quality Management Area in South Bristol

environment@bristol.gov.uk (Deputy Chief Executive) — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 11:51:53 +0000

[Results expected 30 August 2011 & feedback expected 15 September 2011]

The Council routinely monitors and reviews air pollution in the city, and if necessary amends the size of the Air Quality Management Areas (AQMA's). The AQMA delineates the area within which pollution exceeds the government’s objectives. The recent review of air quality in Bristol recommends that:

The AQMA is extended further into the wards of Bedminster, Southville and Windmill Hill.
The AQMA boundary is slightly amended to include part of Brislington West.

The proposed realignment for Bedminster is shown below. The proposed realignment in Brislington is much smaller and relates to a few properties on Bath Road. See the consultation document for a map showing the proposed realignment.

Changes to the AQMA's do not always mean that pollution has got better or worse in those areas. The changes have been prompted by new air quality monitoring data from the affected roads. The data shows that at residential properties along North Street, West Street and St. John’s Lane the air quality objective for nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) is breached. The council has a duty to include all areas where residential exposure above the air quality objectives is experienced within the AQMA. Large parts of Southville and Bedminster experience good air quality, but close to the main roads the levels of NO₂ will be above the air quality objectives at some properties. The proposed boundary is designed to include all those areas with poor air quality while maintaining a sensible and contiguous AQMA for the central area of Bristol.

The detailed explanation of the justification for the proposed changes is contained in the Detailed assessment of air quality in Bristol: 2010. This is available in chapter 7 of the document available from the link below.

The inclusion of an area within the AQMA means that resources can be focused on the area through the Air Quality Action Plan (AQAP), although measures within the AQAP are generally city – wide and strategic rather than locally focused. The AQAP’s for all the ex – Avon local authorities are now subsumed within the Joint Local Transport Plan. This is available on the city council web site from the JLTP link below.

Bringing an area within the AQMA means that greater attention is paid to the air quality impacts of new developments within the planning process. Air quality assessments will be required for major developments and mitigation sought where appropriate.

Carriageworks and Westmoreland House

ideas@carriageworks.org.uk (Resources) — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 00:00:08 +0100

[Results expected 18 November 2011 & feedback expected 31 December 2011]You might know the Carriageworks and the adjoining Westmoreland House on Stokes Croft – they’re the big derelict buildings near the Ashley Road junction. Residents and organisations in St Paul’s, Kingsdown, Montpelier and Cotham are now working with the City Council to write a Community Vision for the future of the whole site. We want to know what you think.

Proposed 40mph Speed Limit Order - for a section of A4 Portway (decreased from 50mph)

cath.boutwood@bristol.gov.uk (City Development - Performance & Standards ) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 29 July 2011]

This web page provides information on a proposal to decrease the speed limit over a section of A4 Portway from 50mph to 40mph.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order for Prohibition of Driving at Moorhouse Lane, Avonmouth

roger.payne@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 24 June 2011]

This web page provides information on a proposal for a Traffic Regulation Order to prohibit motor vehicles from using the section of Moorhouse Lane that lies to the west of the access road to Moorhouse Park mobile home park. The order will include exemptions permitting motor vehicle access for specified purposes.

Gable Road Walking & Cycling Improvements

jon.usher@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 30 September 2011]Bristol City Council has been successful in securing funding from the Sustrans Links to Schools and Communities fund. This project focuses on improving routes to schools for children – in this case, Millpond Primary School. We are proposing a new pedestrian and cycle ramp from the end of Gable Road to link to the existing Frome Greenway. People already scramble up the bank on their way to and from school as there is already a well worn track. We want to make this part of the school journey much easier.

Review of Outreach Library services: the mobile van and home delivery

bristol.library.service@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:16 +0000

[Closed on 28 November 2011]

Bristol Libraries would like to get the views of people in the city on how they use Outreach Library services. We would welcome your opinion on the best way for us to deliver the services that we offer in the future.

A4 Bath Road - speed limits

Steven.riley@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:19 +0100

[Closed on 6 June 2011]

Details are contained in the Notice, which is one of the related documents attached to this web page

Flexible Tenancies (Localism Bill)

Sarah.spicer@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:12 +0000

[Results expected 31 December 2011 & feedback expected 31 January 2012]

Under its Localism Bill the Government are making a number of new powers available for social landlords (local authorities and housing associations who rent out homes). This consultation concentrates on the use of Flexible Tenancies, a discretionary new power. Flexible tenancies are fixed term tenancies which would last for a minimum of 5 years. If used fixed term tenancies could replace secure tenancies or a mix of secure and fixed term tenancies could be used (for new tenants only, existing tenants will not be affected by these changes).

Separate Transfer Policies (Localism Bill)

Sarah.spicer@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:13 +0000

[Results expected 31 December 2011 & feedback expected 31 January 2012]

Bristol City Council's Landlord Services (the service who manages council homes) needs to consider whether to operate separate transfer lists or policies and, if they use them, how they should be used to, meet housing need.

Proposed Parking Restrictions – Cheltenham Lane (Montpelier)

Andrew.spicer@bristol.gov.uk (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:20 +0100

[Closed on 5 August 2011]

Have your say on proposed parking restrictions along the length of Cheltenham Lane to improve access for local residents, businesses and Colston’s Girls School

Belland Drive Proposed Traffic Regulation Order for Waiting Restrictions and One Way Traffic

bristol@citizenspace.com (City Development) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:21 +0100

[Closed on 28 September 2011]

This web page provides information on a proposal for a Traffic Regulation Order for waiting restrictions and one way traffic at Belland Drive.

Whiteladies Road Proposed pedestrian crossings upgrade

bristol@citizenspace.com (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 00:00:24 +0100

[Closed on 23 September 2011]

This web page provides information about proposals for the upgrade of two pedestrian traffic signal controlled pelican crossings with traffic signal controlled puffin crossings along Whiteladies Road between its junctions with Apsley Road and its junction with Redland Park and north of its junction with Cotham Hill.

St Martin’s Road – options to eliminate through traffic

Dave.Alexis@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 00:00:29 +0000

[Results expected 27 January 2012 & feedback expected 3 February 2012]

Filwood, Knowle & Windmill Hill Neighbourhood Partnership has identified the need to tackle the problem of through traffic on and around St Martin’s Road and have prepared 3 options to help achieve this. They'd now like feedback on these options.

Bristol Youth Links – Commissioning Plan ( 2012 – 2017)Bristol Youth Links – Commissioning Plan ( 2012 – 2017)

Samantha.flowers@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:20 +0100

[Results expected 20 September 2011 & feedback expected 20 September 2011]

For April 2012, the Bristol Children and Young People’s Trust plan to implement a more radical approach to commissioning integrated teams to deliver Bristol Youth Links Services for 8 – 19 year olds (up to 24 year olds care leavers and young people with Learning Difficulties and Disabilities) that will open up and cultivate the market; free up resources to respond to emerging needs and innovative approaches; and secure improved services that support children and young people to achieve excellent outcomes and that are good value for money.

Bath Road (A4)- Wyevale Garden Centre, Proposed Dual Puffin Crossing

max.thorley@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:20 +0100

[Closed on 29 July 2011]

This web page provides information about a proposal for the introduction of:

Dual Puffin Crossing on Bath Road (A4) by Wyevale Garden Centre.

Proposed zebra crossing across Lockleaze Road, between its junction with Filton Avenue and its junctions with Turville Drive and Blakeney Road

David.sarson@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 00:00:05 +0100

[Closed on 28 October 2011]

This web page provides information about proposals for the introduction of:

• a zebra pedestrian crossing across Lockleaze Road, between its junction with Filton Avenue and its junctions with Turville Drive and Blakeney Road

Citizens' Panel Survey - Green Capital

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Deputy Chief Executive) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:16:05 +0000

[Results expected 31 August 2011 & feedback expected 31 August 2011]

Survey to Bristol's Biggest Think tank - the Citizens' Panel - for the Green Capital partnership.

Citizens' Panel survey - Bristol Museums

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Deputy Chief Executive) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:22:24 +0000

[Results expected 31 August 2011 & feedback expected 31 August 2011]

Survey to Bristol's Biggest Think tank - the Citizens' Panel - for Bristol Museums, Galleries and Archives.

Citizens' Panel survey - Local Environment

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Deputy Chief Executive) — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 00:00:09 +0000

[Results expected 29 February 2012 & feedback expected 29 February 2012]

Citizens' Panel report on Local Environment.

Citizens' Panel survey - Community Safety

consultation@bristol.gov.uk (Deputy Chief Executive) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:19:21 +0000

[Results expected 30 April 2010 & feedback expected 29 February 2012]

Citizens' Panel survey on Community Safety.

Bristol voluntary community sector Assembly consultation

matthew@voscur.org (Voscur) — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:16 +0100

[Results expected 9 November 2011 & feedback expected 9 November 2011]

The aim of the new VCS Assembly is to ensure that the voluntary and community sector (VCS) has strong voice and influence and clear and structured ways for consultation and representing VCS views.A three month consultation period will take place between Monday 25 July and Tuesday 25 October 2011.

The consultation will include:·

Drop in VCS Assembly information sessions·
One to one meetings with VCS groups (to engage smaller and equalities groups)·
Black and Minority Ethnic ‘voice and influence’ steering group·
A meeting of current VCS reps on Thursday 22 September·
Further meetings of the VCS Assembly Steering group who have helped contribute to the draft VCS Assembly proposals

For more details visit http://www.voscur.org/vcsassemblyconsultation

Drug Use Trends in Bristol

Mark.mcnally@bristol.gov.uk (Neighbourhoods) — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:16 +0000

[Results expected 30 November 2011 & feedback expected 1 February 2012]

A survey to look in to the current drug and alcohol trends of Bristol residents to help shape service provision.

The future vision for social care

Janet.player@bristol.gov.uk (Health & Social Care) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:20 +0100

[Results expected 31 July 2011 & feedback expected 30 September 2011]

We would like to tell you about some of the new ways we aresupporting people who have social care needs. If you live inBristol, this affects you so come and hear what we are doingand give us your suggestions for how we might do better.

Ashley Road south west of its junction with Wellington Avenue - Proposed Puffin Crossing (to replace existing pelican crossing)

ross.vardy@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:21 +0100

[Closed on 29 July 2011]

This web page provides information about a proposal for the introduction of a puffin crossing, in place of an existing pelican crossing, at Ashley Road by Wellington Avenue.

City Docks Conservation Area Character Appraisal & Management Proposals

Hannah.porter@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:21 +0100

[Results expected 30 January 2012 & feedback expected 1 September 2012]

Assessment of the character and boundaries of the City Docks Conservation Area is overdue. The last review was conducted in 1993. In 2006, English Heritage published Guidance on Conservation Area Appraisals detailing best practice on conducting specific assessment of an area’s significance. Producing a Character Appraisal is an opportunity to evaluate and record the special interest of the City Docks, and how that significance is vulnerable. It is also an opportunity to check the current boundaries are correct. The character appraisal will also identify ‘negative features’; the management proposals outline aspirations to improve these through positive change.

Draft Cotham & Redland Conservation Area Character Appraisal & Management Proposals

Tina.speake@bristol.gov.uk (City Development - Performance & Standards ) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:00:21 +0100

[Results expected 22 July 2011]

Assessment of the character and boundaries of the Cotham & Redland Conservation Area is overdue. The last review was conducted in 1993. In 2006, English Heritage published Guidance on Conservation Area Appraisals detailing best practice on conducting specific assessment of an area’s significance. Producing a Character Appraisal provided the opportunity to evaluate and record the special interest of the Cotham & Redland Conservation Area, and how that significance is vulnerable. It has also provided an opportunity to conduct a boundary review. The draft character appraisal also identifies ‘negative features’; the management proposals outline aspirations to improve these through positive change.

Callington Road and Wootton Park Proposed Traffic Regulation Order for Waiting Restrictions

bristol@citizenspace.com (Consultation, Research & Intelligence) — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 00:00:29 +0100

[Closed on 21 October 2011]

This web page provides information on a proposal for a Traffic Regulation Order for waiting restrictions in Callington Road and Wootton Park, Knowle.

Revision to Supplementary Planning Document 4 (Planning Obligations)

Jim.cliffe@bristol.gov.uk (City Development - Performance & Standards ) — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 00:00:30 +0000

[Closed on 20 January 2012]

Planning obligations are measures needed to mitigate the impact of new development. These can include the provision of affordable housing and local highway and transport improvements. The Council is revising its planning obligations policies following the adoption of the Bristol Core Strategy and in association with the implementation of a Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) for Bristol.

Community Infrastructure Levy Consultation

Jim.cliffe@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 00:00:30 +0000

[Closed on 20 January 2012]

St. Anne’s Park School Keep Clears

Jonathan.mason@bristol.gov.uk (City Development) — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:07 +0000

[Results expected 17 December 2012 & feedback expected 21 December 2012]

The proposals are to make the School Keep Clear markings outside St. Anne’s Park Primary School enforceable. In addition there will be some double yellow lines on the junction of Guildford Road and Lichfield Road as well as on the corner of Lichfield Road shown on the plan.

Proposal to Extend the Age Range of Notton House Special School

ian.bell@bristol.gov.uk (CYPS) — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:00:13 +0100

[Results expected 30 April 2013 & feedback expected 30 April 2013]

Bristol City Council is proposing to extend the age range of pupils that attend Notton House Special School from 9 to 16 to 9 to 19 years.

Draft Health & Wellbeing Strategy

health@bristol.gov.uk (Public Health) — Sat, 11 May 2013 00:00:25 +0100

[Results expected 10 June 2013 & feedback expected 10 July 2013]

Health and Wellbeing strategies are a key duty for local authorities and clinical commissioning groups based on evidence in the Joint Strategic Needs Analysis (JSNA). We have produced a draft strategy based on existing research and consultation and would like to hear views on it from members of the public and stakeholders to feed in to the final strategy.

Please read the draft strategy document before completing the online survey.

Drop in sessions will also be taking place across the city for people who would like to find out more about the Health and Wellbeing strategy consultation. See the consultation poster in Related Documents below to find out dates and venues.