Newsletter Spring 2016

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Spring 2016

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A WORD FROM THE CHAIRMAN I have been Chairman of Mumbles Community Council for the past 3 years, and have been most privileged in meeting a variety of people from all walks of life, and taking part in many functions and celebrations, some poignant and others joyful.

Colburn a debt of gratitude, as in the absence of the Clerk who was incapacitated, Cllr.

Colburn ‘jumped into action’ immediately and dealt with the whole situation. Normal service was resumed on Monday, 7th March 2016.

Mumbles Community Council also wishes to thank the Ostreme Centre, who came to our rescue, and we were able to hold our meetings in the Minor Hall.

Looking forward, many exciting events are in the planning stages. These events are to be held in the forthcoming months. Please turn to the ‘Events’ page for full details.

Chairman of Mumbles Community Council, Cllr. Helen Mitchell with Mr. John Bollom flanking the commemorative plaque to the Ace sisters, immortalised as "The Women of Mumbles Head" in the poem by Clement Scott.

Mumbles Community Council welcomed in the New Year with our office ‘under water’ due to a burst pipe, which rendered the premises unable to be occupied. We owe Cllr. Tony

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We are now starting the process for Wales / Mumbles in Bloom 2016, and are liaising with City & County of Swansea, deciding where to plant ‘wild flowers’ and positioning planters across the 4 wards, but we also need YOUR HELP to enhance the area, and recognition and presentations will be awarded to the best school, front gardens, commercial premises and community entries.

Again, I wish to thank you all for your continued support.

COUNCILLOR HELEN MITCHELL CHAIRMAN, MUMBLES COMMUNITY COUNCIL.

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HIGHWAYS

Since our last Newsletter, a compromise has not yet been reached regarding parking restrictions alongside St. Peter's Church, Newton.

planting a 'living' tree on site. We are looking

This is due to opposition from certain

we have reached an agreement with C&CS to

quarters, although MCC's proposals would

provide BBQ BINS at Rotherslade, Caswell

actually provide more parking for churchgoers

and Langland beaches

and visitors to the Hall. It is hoped to arrange

in the hope that 'spent'

an 'on site' meeting to include all 'parties' and

BBQ's will not be left on

City & County of Swansea.

the beaches or buried

into its feasibility.

After lengthy negotiations and a site visit,

under the sand. These The provision of a 4th Christmas Tree, to be

bins and notices will be

sited on Picket Mead, has been discussed, and

in place in the next

it is proposed to pursue the possibility of

couple of months.

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THE CHANGING FACE OF MUMBLES

Mumbles, as we all know is going through a transitional period like most villages and towns. The high street has changed with the introduction of Internet shopping and the way we spend our free time has also altered. Tourism and entertainment in the area need to develop in other ways to suit changing tastes and requirements. In this ever changing world in which we live, we, as a community, must embrace change and make

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sure that this change is the right way forward for the greater good of our community. In MCC we have a duty to protect our community and the society within it, but we can’t interfere with private ventures.

In these photos you see the changing face of Mumbles and as your Community Council we are working closely with the private land owners and developers to make sure that we don’t lose parking, restrict thoroughfare or

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attract the wrong sort of development. But the final say in these matters is with the City and County Council. Utility companies have embarked on an extensive programme in

upgrading the underground networks in our area. Although this work has been an inconvenience, Mumbles Community Council, just like yourselves, want our community to thrive. If you see anything that needs to be addressed please let us know by contacting the Clerk at Mumbles Community Council, either by telephone 363598 or by email: council@mumbles.gov.uk

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GRANTS + YOUR SAY £1,000 to Mayals School towards

RECENT GRANTS £50 to Bobath Children’s Therapy Wales. Bobath Children’s Therapy Centre Wales, is a registered charity that provides specialist Bobath therapy to

much needed sports kits with the remainder going towards a minibus

£1,000 Mumbles Tourist Association towards the costs of exhibiting within the Visit Wales area of the British Travel and Tourism Show at the NEC Birmingham.

children in Wales who have cerebral palsy.

They believe that it is essential to provide the therapy as early as possible after birth, to ensure that they develop and achieve their full potential.

£266 to Ariosa Singers to buy music for a training period and performance by the Ariosa Singers and Mumbles Voices. The performers ranged from six to senior citizen and are some 200 in number.

YOUR SAY Grant for Tourism

and path to the

As one of the biggest employers in the area, if

woods and this

not the biggest, we are striving to re invent

has been funded

the Tourism Association in Mumbles. We are

by the Community

becoming proactive rather than reactive. Part

Council and for

of this is to attract tourism and thus, build the

this we and the

community through the tourists financial

people who will

input and also the energy and vitality it brings

use the woods

to the community - we thank MCC for helping

are grateful.

to fund one of these projects to attract tourist

Without this

to the area we love.’

input from the

Bert Bollam - Mumbles Tourist Association (and Mumbles Pier)

council we would not be able to carry out the works. Peel Woods also forms

Grant for Peel Woods

part of The Mumbles Way, a 10k walk from

Peel Woods is situated on the edge of

Blackpill to Mumbles Hill.

Oystermouth cemetery. We have taken on an

Robin Bonham- Mumbles Development Trust

extension project to build an new entrance

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JUBILEE GARDENS

This Spring, look out for a blaze of colour in the Jubilee Garden at Norton. This garden has been a successful Community Project and Mumbles Community Council has been working for several years with the residents of Llanfair House to turn a neglected piece of land into an unexpected secret garden. This year MCC intends to undertake further improvements to make the garden a special place for residents and wildlife to enjoy.

The helpers from Llanfair were Tony Hallett (leader) Adam (nurse) Mark and Alexis (regular gardener)

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NETBALL COMPETITION

Saturday 6th February A Netball Tournament was held at Bishopston Sports' Hall. Its success has led to requests for this to become an annual event.

The Tournament, sportingly contested,

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resulted in Oystermouth Primary School claiming first and second places with Newton Primary in third place. Pictured with the winners is Vice Chairman of Mumbles Community Council, Councillor Brian Arthur, who presented the medals.

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EVENTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO

TEA PARTY - Wednesday April 20th, 2pm - 4pm Ostreme Hall, with live music, provided by the Starlight Group, a quiz, a sing-a-long, so come-along and enjoy a cuppa, cakes and a chat. An opportunity to meet up with friends and enjoy a few convivial hours. This is a FREE event with limited tickets, available from the Clerk at the Council Office, Walters Crescent, in person or by phone, from Wednesday 13th April. If demand for tickets exceeds supply, we will consider the provision of extra tickets.

THE LIGHTING OF A BEACON Thursday April 21st at Oystermouth Castle. as part of the National Chain, to celebrate the 90th Birthday of HM Queen Elizabeth. A Lone Piper will accompany the lighting of the Beacon. Time of lighting to be confirmed.

ALAN MARTIN TOURNAMENT Saturday 7th May & Sunday 8th May at Underhill Park commencing at 10am the Mumbles Community Council is supporting this established, prestigious event as part of its involvement with groups within the Mumbles Community Council area.

MAYTIME IN MUMBLES - Saturday 14th May, 12 noon - 6pm at Oystermouth Castle Field, (Carnival in the Castle renamed). A family based PICNIC event, entry FREE. Bring your own picnic along or take your "pic" from street traders present. Music by Swansea Accordian Band.

CRICKET DAY - Sunday June 13th, 11am - 5pm. at Mumbles Cricket Club's Ground (off Plunch Lane). Cricket coaching sessions in the morning, followed by cricket competition in afternoon. Come along and enjoy the day and the BBQ. Mumbles Community Council is involved as part of its commitment to local groups.

IT'S A KNOCKOUT - Saturday July 16th, 12 noon to late afternoon.

The return of the event which was such a success last year. REGISTRATION from 31st MARCH on-line at www.mumbles.gov.uk, or by email: council@mumbles.gov.uk or by tel: 01792 363598, or in person at the Community Council Office, Walters Crescent, Mumbles

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WALES & MUMBLES IN BLOOM

Following on from a successful achievement in 2015, MCC will, again, be entering the Wales in Bloom competition, in the hope of improving on last year's result.

'kerb appeal' amongst residential front

We aim to bedeck the streets in the four

We are sorry, but rear/back gardens will not

wards with flowers in various barrier troughs,

be included. Judging, as per Wales in Bloom,

tiered fountains, lamp post baskets, a tree

will take place June/July by independent

basket and wild flowers. MCC will be liaising

judges.

gardens, including container displays, commercial premises, shop fronts, public houses, restaurants and communities.

Schools will also be included.

closely with Swansea City Council in preparation for the judging which will take place June/July.

There is no entry form, but should you like to draw our attention to a particular display, please contact Mumbles Community Council,

Mumbles in Bloom will be held

either by post, telephone or email. Our details

simultaneously, and we will be looking around

are on the back cover of this Newsletter

the four wards for displays with the utmost

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AWARDS NIGHT FOR MUMBLES IN BLOOM

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POEMS FROM CHILDREN SCHOOLS' COMPETITION WINNERS The entries in the Poetry Section of the Competition were of a very high standard and all pupils who contributed should be congratulated.

However, following judging, the winning entry by unanimous decision was the poem "Life in the Trenches" by Sebastian Rowlands, aged 10 of St. David's RC Primary School, with

two pupils from the same school taking 2nd and 3rd positions.

In the Art Section two pupils from Grange Primary School, Solomon and Timothy Baker were highly commended. Book tokens were presented to the winners by Councillor Helen Mitchell, Chairman of Mumbles Community Council.

SCHOOLS’ COMPETITION. THEME: COMMEMORATION

Life in the trenches

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The terrain around me is cold and muddy, After looking around, you could call it bloody, The bodies strewn across the ground, One on top of a soaking mound.

Death is hovering in the air Like a big, ugly. Black bear, The tears pouring down my face Are flowing like they’re in a race.

All around me, my comrades fall, Including my best friend, Simon-Paul, The sound of guns, grenades and screams Are coming from these army teams.

Rain is falling at my feet, Landing with a steady beat, Mud is flowing round and round, Making a gross squelching sound.

Over the top we go, Guns fir, bam, ba bo!

People fall in horrible ways, Oh such dreadful days.

Overall, I feel sad, Too much of this will drive me mad, The death,the gore, the misery, From it, we should all be set free.

The misery, the rats, the lice, Smoking soldiers, playing dice, The cold is spreading from my feet, I’m so cold, I can feel my heart beat.

Today we can still see, Their final legacy.

SEBASTIAN W. J. ROWLANDS AGE 10

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PLANNING THE CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA (C&CS) IS THE RELEVANT PLANNING AUTHORITY AND IT IS THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO DECIDE ON ALL PLANNING APPLICATIONS IN SWANSEA AND GOWER.

materials, maximum size, parking or access

Mumbles Community Council (MCC) is sent

Officers .

arrangements.

A few decisions are made by the C&CS's twelve Councillor Planning Committee members, but most decisions are delegated to Planning

copies of planning applications in our area and make comments on these plans. MCC can decide to recommend approval or refusal, or approval subject to conditions such as

Whilst C&CS doesn’t have to agree, it must consider the community view.

We welcome your comments, whether you oppose or support an application, and will take

Central to the decision making process are material considerations - issues that are, in law, material or relevant to a planning application. Such matters must be taken into account when making a recommendation on a planning application.

these into consideration when making our recommendations.

Some planning applications seek approval for development in principle through outline planning permission. If plans are not

Material considerations include:

• the planning authority’s development plan

properly considered at this stage, it is often too late to express concern when the full details of agreed outline proposals

• a site’s planning history (including earlier applications) • accessibility • traffic • roads and parking • archaeology

come before the council at a later date.

• a community survey, plan or design statement.

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YOUR COMMUNITY COUNCILLORS MAYALS WARD

OYSTERMOUTH WARD

WEST CROSS WARD

Cllr Mike Griffiths 22 Wentworth Crescent, Mayals, Swansea SA3 5HT t: 01792 405080 e: mike.griffiths68@yahoo.co.uk

Cllr Anthony Colburn 14 St Peters Road, Newton, Swansea SA3 4SB t: 01792 362457 e: tony.colburn@swansea.gov.uk

Cllr Helen Mitchell 25 St. Andrews Close, Mayals, Swansea SA3 5DX t: 01792 406080 m:07761942861 e:mitchell911@btinternet.com

Cllr John Cooper Apt 3, Highbury House, 9 Rotherslade Road, Langland, Swansea SA3 4QW t: 01792 368568 e: jscooper1@talktalk.net

Cllr Brian Arthur 31 Chestnut Ave, West Cross, Swansea SA3 5NL t: 01792 404369 m: 07721 066259 e: baarthur@ntlworld.com

Cllr Linda Tyler-Lloyd 2 Glynderwen Close Sketty, Swansea SA2 8EQ t: 01792 202005 e: linda.tyler-lloyd@swansea.gov.uk

Cllr Peggy Jones 12 Castle Square, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4BJ t; 01792 362116 e: council@mumbles.gov.uk

Cllr Pam Erasmus 4 Brookvale Road, West Cross, Swansea SA3 5EX t: 01792 406220 e:pamerasmus@hotmail.co.uk

Cllr Terry Scales 53 Woodville Road,Mumbles Swansea SA3 4AE t: 01792 366811 m:07946 624502 e: terry.tw.scales@talk21.com

Cllr Greg Kaminaris 91 Summerland Lane, Newton, Swansea SA3 4RS t: 367554 e: kaminaris@btopenworld.com

NEWTON WARD Cllr John Beach 25 Picket Mead Road, Newton, Swansea SA3 4SA t: 01792 369320 e: beachj@btinternet.com Cllr Mary Colburn 14 St Peters Road, Newton, Swansea SA3 4SB t: 01792 362457 e: mary.colburn@mumbles.gov.uk Cllr Tracey Duffy Council Offices, Walters Crescent Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4BB t: 07551 931295 e: dragoncrafts@hotmail.co.uk Cllr Judith Twining 38 Croftfield Crescent, Newton, Swansea SA3 4UL t: 01792 363469 e:mumblesfootcare@btinternet.com

Cllr Paul Whittaker 21 Groves Avenue, Langland Swansea SA3 4QF t: 07860 406834 e: paul.whittaker@mumbles.gov.uk

Cllr David Dorsett 4 Brookvale Road, West Cross, Swansea SA3 5EX t: 01792 406220 e: dorsettdmcc@gmail.com

Cllr Eira Morgan 2 Fairwood Road, West Cross, SwanseaSA3 5EA t: 01792 540534 e: happyjack@ntlworld.com

Keep-up-to-date go online at www.mumbles.gov.uk

CLERK: STEVE HEYDON Council Offices, Walters Crescent Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4BB

tel: 01792 363598 (office) email: council@mumbles.gov.uk