ISSUE 7 July 2003

YYOOUURR NNEEWWSSLLEETTTTEERRThis is the seventh edition of the Knowle West Newsletter

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Barbara Benson Knowle West Media Centre, Leinster House,Knowle West BS4 1NL tel: 903 0444If you wish to make comments about any aspectof Neighbourhood Renewal, please contact:Anita Pearce,Neighbourhood Renewal Steering Group,Filwood Community Centre,Filwood Broadway, Knowle West tel: 908 4248

You can also email: info@kwmc.co.uk

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HEARTS & STARS AWARDSNN oomm ii nnaatt iioonn FFoo rrmm 22000033This is the nomination form for the Hearts &Stars Awards. This is the first of what’s to be anannual event to celebrate the work done by thelocal volunteers on the estate and to offer themsome recognition for all the hard work they doeach year.

If you would like to nominate someone for thePeople’s Choice Award and Good NeighbourhoodAward, please enter the details below andreturn by 12th September 2003:

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……….……………………………………. for People’s Choice Award

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………………………………..………………for Good Neighbour Award

Please say why (in no more than 30 words):……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Nomination forms can be placed in one of ourDrop-off points or emailed to Julie Maunder at:juliemaunder.kwdt@knowlewest.co.ukDrop-off points: Health Park, Eagle House, The Mede, The Park, KWDT & Knowle AreaHousing Office

CARNIVAL CANCELLATIONThe Knowle West Carnival has been cancelledfor the first time in nearly 10 years. Over 50organisations were contacted to take part andonly four entries were received despite numerousphone calls and reminders. This is a great shamefor the people of Knowle West, who have alwaysenjoyed the Carnival and for the CarnivalCommittee, which has worked hard over theyears towards its success; it may have been smallbut brought a great deal of enjoyment to manypeople and will be sadly missed. If anyone hasany thoughts on how we can get more peopleinterested, I would be very grateful.Julie Maunder, on behalf on the Knowle WestCarnival Committee Tel: 9084234 email: juliemaunder.kwdt@knowlewest.co.uk

The Knowle West Media Centre at LeinsterHouse, Leinster Avenue is throwing open itsdoors and welcoming everybody in between11am and 3pm, on Thursday 24th July, the firstday of the school holidays!

Have you ever been there? “Come along andhave a look at all the work we do with localpeople of all ages – for example, making filmsand videos, photography, creating digitalimages, designing leaflets and of course, pro-ducing this outstanding newsletter!” saidCarolyn Hassan, Project Manager of KWMC.

One of the main features of the Open Day will bethe chance to have your photo put into a picturepostcard of a surreal (underwater, desert, spaceetc) Knowle West and sent to your home address.Plus: the Zodiac Twirlers, face painting, hair braid-ing, the Ashton Angels, taster workshops and theSky Guy.

Carolyn added, “It’s a chance to say a big ‘thankyou’ to everyone who has supported the MediaCentre, and to offer more local residents theopportunity to get involved by becoming members”.There will be an AGM at 4.30pm on 24th July.

ART OF WELL-BEING FESTIVALThese photos came in as we went to press.Next edition we’ll include an article about theArt of Wellbeing and Children’s Fund event heldon the 12th July at the Health Park.We would like to invite people who attendedthis event to let us know what they thought ofthe day. Contact Barbara Benson: 903 0444

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MEDIA CENTRE OPEN DAY

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PARTNERSHIP LAUNCH

If you are interested in the work of any of these groups contact Anita Pearce, NR Facilitator on 908 4248 or e-mail: anitapearce.nr@knowlewest.co.uk

Keith Houghton, NR Manager Tel: 9084350 e-mail: keithhoughton.nr@knowlewest.co.uk

The residents and service providers mettogether for the first time at the launch onWednesday 30th April at the Health Park. 11residents and 11 service providers decided totake the Partnership forward, meeting 4 timesa year. Everyone agreed that a minimum of 8residents should be there at meetings to takedecisions.

WWhhaatt ddooee ss tthhee PPaarrttnneerrsshh ii pp ddoo??The Partnership brings together residents andservice providers to take an overview of howNeighbourhood Renewal is happening inKnowle West. Its main job is to make sure that

the Action Plan stays on course. In KnowleWest the priorities have been identified asAnti-Social Behaviour, Achievement, includingimproving the way truancy and exclusion ismanaged, Health & Wellbeing, including better,faster access to help for drug users and theirfamilies and Family Support.

The Partnership is also responsible for makingsure that the Neighbourhood Renewal Fund inKnowle West is spent on projects which willmake a real difference in the above areas,changing the way mainstream services deliverfor local people.

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Knowle West has £369,863 this year tospend. £99, 623 has already been agreed incarry-over from last year’s projects. Theseinclude the Wardens Scheme; IRIS (InvolvingResidents In Solutions); a small contribution tothe salary of the Knowle Safe manager; theKnowle West newsletter and website andCommunity Clean Up Trial (see communityClean up article on page 11), working withyoung offenders to clean up the estate as partof their community service.

This leaves £270,240. In reality this amountsto about £60,000 for each of the four areasset out above, plus an amount for developingresident involvement, running our bus toursaround the estate.

Decisions about the NR Fund spend will bemade by residents working on the FundingSub-Group. All spend proposals are beingdeveloped by Action Groups, which are whereresidents and service providers work togetherto improve services.

NEIGHBOURHOOD RENEWAL FUND

NEIGHBOURHOOD RENEWAL

NR SNIPPETS

Achievement Action Group isdeveloping proposals to fund aFamily and School Link Workerattached to Hengrove school; anda Co-ordinator to be based at thePark as a link for people in thecommunity to all the various services working with young people and families around school achievement

Anti-Social Behaviour Task Force isstill considering how they want to useNR money to extend the work of theTaskforce.

Health & Wellbeing want tofund an extra GP LiaisonWorker to help drug usersget faster access to treat-ment and support and devel-op new ways of encouragingmen to improve their health.

A Family Support Action Group isabout to be set to agree spendplans.

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Since the last issue several meetings havetaken place with Bristol City Council AreaHousing Office, Police Crime Reduction, StreetWardens and Area Housing Committee whereKnowle West residents went along to put forward their case.

Statistics produced by Andy Boulton (CrimeReduction Officer based at Broadbury RdPolice Station) confirmed what the residents ofIlminster Ave were saying with regard to beingeasier targets for burglary and feeling morevulnerable in their homes.

Between April 2002 and March 2003 - 536house burglaries were recorded for Knowle and

Filwood wards. Of these, 276 used groundfloor windows and doors, made of metal orwood to gain access. Ilminster Ave (15 burglaries) came out top ofthe list with Cossington Rd (14 burglaries),coming a close second.(Figures taken from Avon & SomersetConstabulary Crime Recording System)

The Knowle Area Housing Office has nowagreed to invest the additional allocated budgetto improve security of the homes in the roadsagreed with the Area Housing Committee andthe Tenants group.This will be starting with Ilminster Avenue.

It will not be enough to get them all done butat least some of Ilminster Ave will have saferhomes before Christmas.

We will continue to highlight this problem andsearch for a source of funding for ALL housesin Knowle to become more secure.Watch this space!Anita PearceNR Facilitator

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The Racial Association Gathering Support(RAGS) group will be running the day in supportof all black, other minority ethnic and dual heritage people, their families, friends and supporters living or working in the area, aidedby Neighbourhood Renewal and the StreetWardens service.

The event will take place on the afternoon ofSaturday 30th August at the Healthy LivingCentre, Downton Road, between 3.00pm and7.00 in the evening. It will include music, greatfood from cultures around the world, facepainting, a bouncy castle, stalls, nail art, hairbraiding, massage and other complementarytherapy ‘tasters’, a crèche and activities for allthe family!

Ann Howell, one of RAGS’s founder memberssaid: “We want to build support for black orother minority ethnic families, including familieswith dual heritage children, by bringing every-one together.” RAGS is Knowle West’s own support organisationto help black and minority ethnic people expe-riencing racial harassment and discrimination.Since it’s set-up by three local people in 1998it has worked with nearly 300 residents experi-encing harassment and mistreatment, includinga number of lesbian and gay people.

The day will also give people the chance toshare their experiences of life in Knowle West– good and bad – and how services includingRAGS can do a better job of supporting them. If you’d like to find out more or want to helpplan the afternoon contact: Ann Howell tel:07759 596537 or Carol Bowen tel: 923 1930

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“If you’re consider-ing becoming self-employed, starting

your own business or are already running abusiness, I can provide free expert business

support and guidance. Give me a call.”

Justin is based at the Knowle WestDevelopment Trust in Filwood CommunityCentre but he will also be regularly visiting The Park and The Mead Centre. The service is FREE, confidential and independent.

To find out more about this service contactJustin at Filwood Community Centre tel: 908 4232.

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POSITIVE FUTURES & THE PARKMulti-sports club at The Park - 3 weeks of fun and games organised by qualified coaches. Try your hand at hockey, basketball, rounders, football, frisbee, netball, softball, kwik cricket, athletics, tennis, races, water fights andmuch more! For ages 8-13 years old. 1st, 3rd and 4th weeks in August, 12.30-4.30pm At ThePark. £1 per day per child. Please bring a drink and/or money for a snackStart any day you choose – come for a day or for all 3 weeks of fun.

ACHIEVEMENT

SUMMER ACTIVITIES 2003!OOnnccee aaggaa ii nn,, tthheerree iiss ssoo mmuucchh ggoo ii nngg oonn ffoorryyoouunngg ppeeooppll ee iinn KKnnooww llee WWeesstt oovveerr tthhee ssuummmmeerrhhoo llii ddaayy .. CC hhee cckk oouu tt tthh iiss pprroogg rraammmmee ..……

THE PARK NETBALL TEAMTraining 7-8pm every Wednesday at The ParkThe team are currently looking for new playersto join their rapidly growing club, and will beentering an Under 12’s and Under 16’s teaminto the league next season.

FOOTBALL TRAININGFor a new Knowle West Under 12’s team, everyTuesday evening at The Park from 6-7pm –Under 12s training 7-8pm 12-16 years old (£1per person) plus Positive Futures trip to Derby

FOOTBALL FESTIVAL For young people aged 8–12 years. 12.30-2.30pm, 12 -16 years old 2.30-4.30pmMonday July 28th – Friday 1st August 12.30-4.30pm £1 per dayWeek long football programme at The Park onthe field. Training sessions, mini-competitionsand the opportunity to join a team. The projectwill also be running taster sessions of canoeing,climbing, abseiling, mountain biking etc as partof its on-going programme as well as a resi-dential to North Devon. Please call AlistairDale 903 9766 or 07736 640936 for furtherdetails.

BRISTOL CITY FC’S ‘FOOTBALL IN THE COMMUNITY’ Week long coaching camp for young people aged 8-16 years old. Monday- Friday 11th -15th August – 12-4pm.£1 per day field behind Broadplain Youth Club

FILWOOD POOLInflatable sessions at The Pool;Tuesday 4.30-5.30pmWednesday & Friday 10.00-11.30amThursday 1.45-2.45pm & 3-4pmSaturday 2-3pmFun Activity Day: Thursday 28th August- Bouncy castles, inflatable sessions- It’s a Knockout fun session- Black Thunders, 5-a-side footballFor more information go to the Pool or call 966 2823

INNS COURT YOUTH CLUBThe Youth Club will be running a number ofactivities including DJ workshops, caving, surf-ing, quad-biking, IT sessions etc. Ages 10-19years old - £1-10 per activity depending onthe session.For more information call in at the club or ring Mark or Adam on 953 2049.

BROADPLAIN YOUTH CLUBGirls football coaching at the club everyTuesday 4.30-6pmFriendly fixtures against other teams inpreparation for entering the league next season, and day trips to bowling etcOpen to girls aged 8-14 years old.For more information please pop in to theclub or call Alistair Dale on 903 9766

YOUTH FORUMYoung people aged 10+ call in to see Dave,Jenny or H. on Monday/ Wednesdays 6.30-8.30pmThe group will be running a number of daytrips, and hope to go on a residential. Allthese sessions to be planned by the youngpeople.For more information call in at The Greenhouseon Filwood Broadway or call 907 8683.

CIRCOMEDIACircus skills sessions at The Park. 1-5pm Tues26th August –Fri 29th August. Ages 12+ yrsFor more information please call Kate Webb

on 960 2911

EAGLE HOUSEYouth club sessions as usual Monday toThursday evening 7-9.30pm. Additional sessions may be run throughoutthe summer. For further information pleasedrop in or call 977 7795.

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SUMMER PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS

with Knowle West Media Centre at FilwoodCommunity Centre, Barnstaple Road, Knowle WestThursday 7th August 1.30-3.30pmTuesdays 12th, 19th, 26th August 10-12pmBring along any small objects of interestAAllll wwoorrkksshhooppss aarree ffrreeee!! Book places on: 903 0444

CHEERLEADING CAMPEver wanted to be a cheerleader like those on‘Bring It On’? – if so this is the course foryou!! Come along and try your hand at cheer-leading and have a fantastic time. Hopefullyyou’ll end up cheering on Bristol City atAshton Gate or the Bristol Shoguns rugbyteam! For girls aged 12-19 years old.Running for 2 weeks at The Park from Mon 4th– Fri 15th August 2-6 pmFor more details call The Park on 903 9770and ask for Tracey Bedford.

EQUAL IMAGEFor young people aged 11+ years old, who areinterested in singing and performing.Come along for fun and games, vocal training,singing along to all your favourite songs andwith the chance to record and listen to yourperformances – great for all you budding PopIdols out there!!Mon 4th - Thurs 7th August 6-9pm at The Park

KNOWLE WEST PLAY CENTREActivities for young people aged 5-14 yrs.Variety of activities run every day of the 5weeks holiday, with a trip every Friday. Openfrom 8.30am – 5.30pm (£6.50 per day),you will need to book your child’s place – for more information please call 963 1737.

THORPE PARK TRIPLots of the above groups will be orgainsing atrip to Thorpe Park on Friday 8th August £10 per person – please look out for posters,for more information call Julie at the KnowleWest Play Centre 963 1737

Hengrove School, Bristol’s only Specialist VisualArts College hosted its Expressive Arts Festivalfrom July 7th to July 9th.

Over 550 participants, had the opportunity towork with a variety of practising artists and artsorganisations. The festival offered visual, crafts,performing and multi media art workshops jew-ellery making, wire sculptures, prints, batik, digital arts, animation, carnival costumes, ceram-ics, puppetry, textile designs, wood carving andstone sculptures.

The work produced during the Festival was thenexhibited at the Watershed Media Centre. Ffi contact: Annalisa Solla, Hengrove School tel: 377 2800 ext. 214

Three brilliant short films have recently beencompleted by film makers/artists working withyoung people from Knowle West. The project, called Way Out Knowle West, wasfunded through the Film Council’s First LightAwards scheme. Joe Magee worked with Detached Youth Teamon “Gearhead”, Anna Lucas with young peoplefrom Inns Court Youth Centre and Eagle Houseon“Lurchers and Lamplight”, and Penny Evanswith the Zodiacs on “The Rehearsal” which conveysthe hard work and dedication of a troupe oflocal “Twirlers”. The films were recently shown at the WatershedMedia Centre. Gearhead has been accepted forthe presigious Edinburgh Film Festival. Look outfor local showings.

If you’d like to get involved with making films orhave some good ideas contact KWMC. Ffi contact Carolyn Hassan, KWMC tel: 903 0444

HENGROVE SCHOOLARTS FESTIVAL

WAY OUT KNOWLE WEST

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We regularly receive complaints about abandonedand burnt out vehicles. Stolen cars and oldbangers are dumped on your doorsteps, withfew clues as to the identity of the offenders.

While complying with legal restrictions coveringtow aways, we try to remove offending vehiclesas quickly as possible. If a car or bike is likelyto be burnt out and in a dangerous conditionor position, we will get it removed within thehour by the Police Fire Scheme. If it is merelyabandoned with no known owner, the Councilon behalf of the Police will remove it within 24hours. If there is evidence that it is an illegalvehicle involved in crime, again I can get rid ofit within the hour.

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WHEELS ON FIRE

In the last issue I wrote an article (TargetingDealers & Handlers) about local police targetingand successfully arresting many drug dealersacross South Bristol, in particular those whodeal with the highly addictive and dangerousdrug crack .We can only continue to do so withyour help and information. I am fortunate tospeak to many community groups aroundKnowle West, and I often get told that localswon’t tell the Police about drug dealers. The reasons given are:l

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being seen as a “grass” l

the criminals and dealers use scanners andcan find out who passed the information.

The fear of reprisals is a worry to all, but veryrarely comes about if we are careful to preservethe confidentiality of the information. If youare worried about being labelled a “grass” thenI ask you this question: Do you want to make your community safer tolive in and free of drug dealing activity thatpollutes today’s society? You can only start to make a difference by talkingto the Police and by becoming involved in local

community groups that support such victims.If you are worried about scanners or confiden-tiality, then you have my word that all callsmade on the Crimestoppers freephone hotline0800 555 111 will be treated in utmost confidence. If you want to remain anonymousyou can. For really good information that leadsto a court conviction, there are also financialrewards to be had from Crimestoppers.Help rid your community of the drugs menacetel: 0800 555 111 or be a good neighbourand become more involved in local drugs support projects.Matt AyresBroadbury Road Sector Inspector

Between January 2002 and May this year over1150 burnt out or abandoned cars were removedby the Police in South Bristol. The StreetWardens have worked hard to support the Policein this and will continueto do so.Between April 2002 and March 2003 we reducedactual vehicle arsons by 20%. This means that161 fewer cars have been burnt out by criminalsin South Bristol. This is a real achievement.

We need your help to track down the criminalsthat cause your community to become a dumpingground and scrap yard for abandoned vehicles.This information can be passed directly to theStreet Wardens at The Kabin or to the Police(anonymously if you wish) via Crimestoppers tel:0800 555 111.

Matt AyresBroadbury Road Sector Inspector

CRACK THE CRACK DEALING

ANTISOCIAL BEHAVIOURAND POLICE RESPONSE

GOOD NEWSpics: Royston Smith

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LOCAL COMMUNITY

An Expression of Interest to develop FilwoodBroadway has recently been approved by theRegional Development Agency: one of only 4approvals out of 19 applications from acrossthe South West. The approval means that theinitial ideas - building a new neighbourhoodcentre, improving the look of the Broadway,and clearing derelict sites for redevelopment -can now be reviewed and developed in more

detail and will include extensive consultationand community involvement. Work is likely tostart later in the summer and will last a numberof months. There will be plenty of opportuni-ties to get involved in planning and designingwhat happens on the Broadway and moreinformation will follow shortly. If you wish tofind out more in the meantime please contactPaul Drew, Project Manager, BCC tel: 922 3901

BUILDING COMMUNITIES - FILWOOD BROADWAY UPDATE

Hello, my name is Mil Lusk and I work at BuriedTreasure Ltd. I am writing to let you knowabout all the exciting things that have beenhappening. For those that don’t know aboutthe Northern Slopes here’s some background.

Local people had aspirations to improve thenatural environment called the NorthernSlopes, making it friendly, safe and accessiblefor local people. A bid was submitted toDoorstep Green to develop part of theNorthern Slopes identified as Cloverdown: the piece of land behind Glyn Vale, KenmareRd, Donegal Rd and Cavan Walk. The bid was successful and in the autumn the landscapeenhancement programme will begin.

The plan for this site is a direct response to acommunity consultation carried out last year.An art bid is proposed and a lead artist hasbeen appointed to devise the overall vision forthe arts programme and public artworks viaproject research and consultation with localpeople. We envisage a workshop led and com-munity focused programme that could involvecreative writing and visual and performancearts over the summer and autumn. Althoughthis seems like a long time it is a process thatallows local people to have a voice and a senseof ownership of their local space. We aim tosubmit an art bid to enable realisation of thearts programme this winter, so watch thisspace!

If anyone wants further information please contact Mil Lusk Tel: 903 9782 email: buriedtreasure2001@hotmail.com

NORTHERN SLOPES UPDATE

Do you recognise yourself in this picture takenin Knowle West in 1962? We will be starting aregular feature in the next issue called OldKnowle West, a trip down Memory Lane.

If you have any pictures and old memories youwould like to contribute, or would be willing tobe interviewed, please contact the editor,Barbara Benson on 903 0444

OLD KNOWLE WEST

Pic: Bristol Record Office

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FAMILY SUPPORT

A workshop was held at Filwood CommunityCentre on 19th May to explore ways in whichFamily Support Service providers could worktogether. Surestart, alongside Knowle WestDevelopment Trust Family Support Service andother local voluntary groups aimed to find outwhat services are already being delivered in thearea and where there are gaps.Particularly inspiring was the presentation bySue, a local resident who now works forSurestart as a crèche worker, explaining thehighs and lows of getting involved with thelocal parent group. A new Family Support working group wasformed, which will concentrate on:

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More affordable sustainable childcarel

Family group conferencesl

Local people mentoring

Further input from residents will be sought onthe next bus tour and visits to local parentsgroups. Ffi contact Heather Barham Tel: 953 1329

FAMILY SUPPORT WORKSHOP LOOKS TO FUTURE

Anyone can be a Carer - carers are found in allcommunities and all age groups. There mustbe hundreds in Knowle West alone. Many peoplewho care do not identify themselves as carers,and therefore carry on unaware of the supportavailable to them.The Princess Royal Trust (PRT) for Carers was

set up in 1991 in recognition of the fact thatCarers required a support group of their ownwhich would work on behalf of the millions ofindividuals who look after people in need and indoing so save the taxpayer millions of pounds.

Locally PRT has been in existence for 7 yearsheaded up by Carol Watson who employs astaff of 22 people working from bases inThornbury, Hartcliffe, and Avonmouth. Localsupport groups allow Carers to meet togetherregularly to discuss issues and to provide homevisits.

If you want to find out more about our workplease contact us: CARERSLINE Tel: 965 2200Mon-Sat 10am-1pm. The line is available in Chinese on Tuesdaysand in Urdu and Punjabi on Wednesdays.

Website: www.carers-bs.org.uk

CARING FOR THE CARERS

If you haven’t been to Filwood library for awhile come in and see the new, improved versionfor yourself. It re-opened on Monday 7th Apriland now boasts an exhibition space, createdfor both local community art and city wideexhibitions.

The children’s library now looks particularlyattractive, with children’s furniture, rugs andplaymates, and a much improved stock ofbooks, story tapes and videos for the under 4s thanks to the generosity of Sure Start. There is an under 5s storytime starting at 2.15every Monday in term time. No booking isneeded please come along with your child.

Sure Start have just started a fun group onFriday mornings 9.30 to 11.00 am especiallyfor two-year olds and their parents/carersGrandparents and Dads are very welcome.Lil Bowers, Project Manager of Surestart is

enthusiastic about the sessions, “It is a chance for parents to talk to other parents about the kind of

activities that two year olds enjoy and to supporteach other over problems. It is great to seechildren and parents joining the library, listeningto stories and using all the new toys in the childrens area.”Remember libraries are free to join!

FILWOOD LIBRARY - JUST THE TICKET!

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ENVIRONMENT

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“Did you know that around 130 tonnes of rubbishcomes out of Knowle West every week? The Recycling Consortium has been workinghere since September to try and tackle thisproblem. I am part of a project called Actionon Waste and you may have come across me,knocking on over 1,000 doors, holding stallsat events, arranging trips for youth clubs andgiving talks to local people. The whole purposeof all this activity has been to encourage peopleto use their weekly black box collection servicemore.

“It’s still the easiest way to recycle newspaper,glass, clothes, cans and tins – you just leave itoutside your door. We have had a few hiccupsin the service recently, but it should get betterfrom now on with the introduction of new,smaller rounds. Thanks to everyone who recyclesregularly, and if you don’t, why not give it a go!”

In May, two community cleanups took place: inNewquay Road and at Inns Court.Neighbourhood Renewal staff, street wardensand local residents all got together with shovels,bin liners, wheelbarrows and a lot of elbowgrease to make these particularly unappealingsites areas to be proud of.

As part of another initiative, Young environ-mentalists from the Knowle West Play Centreafter school club joined forces with a team ofstaff from Macdonalds in Hengrove to tacklelitter in Filwood Broadway.

If you know of any areas near you that areneed of a makeover, contact Anita Pearce onTel: 908 4248. She and her team will help residents to organise a cleanup similar toNewquay Road and Inns Court.

COMMUNITIES CLEAN UP THEIR ACT

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IS KNOWLE WEST A LOAD OF RUBBISH?

pic: A group from the Greenhouse Youth Club on a visit to the Create Centre making new paper from old.

NEW FACES

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All articles express the views of individual contributors and do not necessarily representthe opinions of the Neighbourhood RenewalSteering Group.

NOTICEBOARD

THANKS TO....................The Neighbourhood Renewal Participation Group: Anita Pearce, Sister Joanna, Ann Howell, Margaret Jordan,Denise Britt, Sue Baldock, Rene Gough.New Manager Keith Houghton.Jo Hansford for photos including front cover.All at KWMC, who facilitate the production of this newsletter

Editor: Barbara Benson email: projects@kwmc.co.ukDesign: Rowena Dugdale email: mail@rowenadugdale.com

The Bristol Objective 2 programme is part financed by European Community (ERDF)

From Top left:

II aaiinn OOssbb oorr nneeKWHA Finance AdvisorMMaaxx iinnee WW ii ll ll iiaamm ssTenant Support OfficerCChhrriisstt iinnee JJ oonneessYoung Mothers Support OfficerJJ oonnaa tthhaann DD ii ddll iicc kkTenant Support OfficerJJ oohhnn BBaa rrtt lleett ttCommunity Safety ManagerPPaauu ll CCooyynn eePositive Futures SupportWorkerDDeebbbb iiee JJoo hhnnssoo nnOne Stop Job shopAAnndd rreeww HHaa rrrr iissoonnAssistant Community SportsDevelopment Worker

The Board of Trustees of KWADs is currently wishing to recruitnew members to the Board.Full Board meetings take place every 6-8 weeks and last approximately one and a half hours.If you are interested in becoming a Board member please contact Joanna Brennan for more informationTel: 966 4854 or KWADs Tel: 953 3870

KWADS

SBCCC is also currently wishing to recruit new members tothe Board!Please contact Doug Steeds for further information Tel: 903 9775

SBCCC

CONGRATULATIONS!Kerry Jones from Knowle West has won the Learning andSkills Council’s National Trainee Award for hard work andexcellence in her painting and decorating modern apprenticeship. The Media Centre also worked with Kerry on the On-Site video.

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