Are you happy with rubbish collection in the village? What about those red paper recycling bags that never seem to be collected on time? Well here’s your chance to tell solihull council what you think by completing online questionnaires.
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28/05/05 – Cricket: Ostler and Akhlaq shine for Berkswell
Posted on Saturday, May 28 @ 13:36:15 BST by balsallcom
Boundary Sports Warwickshire Premier League
Berkswell 163 for 2 wickets (13pts) secured a winning draw over Atherstone 91 for 8 wickets (2pts)
[Akhlaq 'Flashing Blade' Mohammed (pictured above) "On the day he shined like a shiny thing" said proud skipper Dominic Ostler, referring to Akhlaq's splendid 72 not out]
Berkswell travelled to Atherstone for a rain filled encounter where they maintained their lead at the top of the Warwickshire Premier League with a winning draw. The weather put paid to hopes of an outright victory as Berkswell dominated a game that was reduced to 31 overs a side by rain.
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22/05/05 – ST. PETER’S SUMMER FAIR, BALSALL COMMON
| 22/05/05 – ST. PETER’S SUMMER FAIR, BALSALL COMMON Posted on Sunday, May 22 @ 21:44:17 BST by balsallcom |
awjenks writes “Summer Fair on Saturday 18 June 2005 from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at St Peter’s Church Hall and Grounds, Balsall Common. There will be a Bouncy Castle, Tea Room, and lots of Stalls, Games, and Competitions. Entrance: 50p Adults, Children Free”
22/05/05 – Balsall Darby and Joan Club under threat!!!!! an appeal
| 22/05/05 – Balsall Darby and Joan Club under threat!!!!! an appeal Posted on Sunday, May 22 @ 21:43:47 BST by balsallcom |
neil writes “Joan Armitage writes-”the Balsall Darby and Joan Club which is in dire need of helpers and someone to run the whole thing. It has been going for over 30 years and will close in July if helpers cannot be found. There are 40+ members who meet every Thursday from 2 -4 at the Village Hall. Helpers are there from about 12.30. They don’t meet in August.
They usually play bingo and card games, have tea and biscuits, cake on birthdays etc. Mavis Austin is the current organiser and is retiring at 78!!!! Please contact her on 01676 532482.
22/05/05 – New B&B (Gilly & Grant’s)
| 22/05/05 – New B&B (Gilly & Grant’s) Posted on Sunday, May 22 @ 21:39:17 BST by balsallcom |
neil writes “There is a new B&B in Balsall Common which has just been added to the local directory. You can access the details here
It’s run by Gilly and Grant and looks rather nice….check out their website for more details…..
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20/05/05 – Cricket – Berkswell conquer Bronze
Richard Blundell, Berkswell’s Vice Captain reports:
Berkswell took maximum points in a hard fought encounter with a competitive Bronze side, in ideal playing conditions.
The Meeting House Lane side lost the toss in their first home appearance of the 2005 Warwickshire Premier League season and were asked to bat on a good batting surface. Berkswell quickly established a commanding position with debutant Freddie Klokker leading from the front with a stylish 63 well supported by captain Dominic Ostler (46).
A couple of quick wickets, led to a period of consolidation and an important partnership developed between Nadeem Bhatti (66) and Paul Vickerstaff (34). Some superb hitting from the pair enabled skipper Ostler to make an early declaration in the 46th over on a massive 267 for 8 wickets. Only Zubair (3-70) made a notable contribution with the ball.
[Superb hitting - Nadeem Bhatti made a vital 66 including 2 sixes]
After tea, the visitors started well with the opening partnership scoring a brisk 40 before Sultan Khan trapped the Bronze opening bat L.B.W. A second wicket quickly followed as paceman Paul Thomas scalped the other opener thanks to a stunning close catch from de Bunge.
Bronze regrouped and set about building their innings with a superb 3rd wicket stand of over 100 runs between Qayyum (56) and Zubair (44), however two brilliant catches from Drury and de Bunge, in successive deliveries from Ostler threw the game in Berkswell’s favour. Bronze regrouped and battled to salvage a losing draw, but Berkswell had other ideas and took wickets regularly. Captain Ostler was pick of the bowlers with figures of 4-43 and he enjoyed support from de Bunge 3-51.
Bronze were eventually dismissed in the 51st over to complete the victory for the impressive Berkswell side.
This week Berkswell travel to Atherstone where they hope to continue their early season form and register back to back victories.
15/05/05 – MINUTES OF THE BALSALL PARISH COUNCIL PLANNING COMMITTEE APRIL
neil writes “Tuesday 03 May 2005 saw the Balsall Common Resident’s association meeting which discussed current concerns of residents – many of which appear in the BalsallCom.Com forums … click read more to read minutes….
14/05/05 – BALSALL COMMON RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION MINUTES
neil writes “Tuesday 03 May 2005 saw the Balsall Common Resident’s association meeting which discussed current concerns of residents – many of which appear in the BalsallCom.Com forums … click read more to read minutes….
BALSALL COMMON VILLAGE RESIDENTS ASSOCIATIONMinutes of Committee meeting held on Tuesday 03 May 2005Present: Santos (in Chair) Westlake, Lea, Hatton, Ellis, Douglas & Deanshaw, plus 3 members of the public
The Chairman opened the meeting by thanking Gill and Judy for their contribution at the AGM and Alan for the excellent publicity he erected in the village.
1. Apologies – none
2. Minutes of the previous meeting were confirmed, the minutes of the AGM were also initialled.
3. Matters arising:
AGM
A good attendance with Cllr Diana Holl-Allen as the speaker. Unfortunately insufficient time did not permit many questions.
Speed Watch
Relating to a proposed initiative to monitor speeding in the village – it was decided to leave this matter until responses from both Parish Councils, and SMBC Casualty Reduction Partnership were available.
Mills Newsagents
In order to give them time to re-organise and train staff this matter was put forward to the October agenda.
Co-op
A letter from Mr. Lowe a resident to the Co-op Head Office was read out ? the matter being an environmental issue will be dealt with by Glyn Price.
4. Correspondence: Circulars and Community Newsletter..
5. Treasurer?s Report: Income from raffle at AGM £23.50
6. Reports:
Environmental Issues:
Glyn P dealt with the need to focus on litter, dog fouling, weeds etc his first survey of the village with the Chairman and Patch Manager was scheduled for the next day. Members of the committee raised the following points for Glyn’s attention.
·Vandalism on A452 McCarthy & Stone (McC&S) April 30th and is there adequate CCTV coverage. Is the existing coverage monitored.
·The litter bin outside the White Horse had not been replaced.
·Query on alcohol Free Zone.
·Concern – rubbish rear of shops and footpath adjacent to Bookmakers
·Too many road signs in village approach ( 76 in village). clarification.
Traffic Calming: Rod H has agreed to take on these issues. The following were discussed.
· Lincoln Farm Kenilworth Road ? concern has been expressed on lorries turning at the gap. It was decided to wait the result of cabinet Paper on this matter.
·Chevron parking in village centre ? concern has been expressed on safety issues and parking difficulties in view of increase in number of large sided vehicles. A remedy for flooding and the possibility of wider spaces was mentioned.
Making contact: Glyn and Rod would look into any concerns residents have on Environment and Traffic Calming if expressed via email ? residents.association@virgin.net
Publicity: Judy would approach free papers with issues raised by GP & RH
Airport: Dave E reported that the agreement in respect of the night flight
quota was to end October 2005. There was the possibility of an aircraft noise monitor being placed in the village for period to test noise levels. DE would attend a meeting re the Master Plan May 25th. An invitation to Committee members would be arranged.
Balsall Parish Council: Judy L reported on the recent police presentation. The AGM is at Temple Balsall May 16th 7.00.
Village Hall: Quotations are being obtained for car park re-surfacing and kitchen refurbishment. Bible read will raise £10K.
Communication ? Anne S expressed concerned that minutes, whilst adequate for committee members could appear too short and cryptic when read in the library etc. AS will expand for placement on notice board and Balsall Common website and other.
Balsall Parish Plan: There was no progress to report. The RA Chairman and Vice-Chairman had resigned from the Steering Committee.
Berkswell Parish Plan: ? 60 responses from 1400 delivered. Chairman of Berkswell Society concerned at low response.
Patch Manager: had sent her apologies for absence.7.Village matters:
Policing: ? no response as yet to last letter.
Disabled access to shops ? letter from a resident pointed out the total lack of wheelchair access to any of the local shops. This matter was passed to Judy L as a committee member and Parish Councillor for action.
Speakers: deferred to next meeting ? Cllr David Bell is scheduled for July.
Neighbourhood Watch: ? Mrs Pat Jacques of Needlers End Lane will adopt for her area. Details to be obtained from Cedric Lea ? JL to assist and supply. Mrs Jacques was invited to join the committee and agreed to do so and was welcomed by Chair and members.
8.Windmill re-opening ? There was no attendance from the RA.9. Any Other Business- date for wheelie bins for green waste will be
June to all those who currently have a Friday collection.
Meeting closed at 9.00 pm
