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Police Community Support Officer - Boxley
Our PCSO Jennifer Baulf is leaving to pursue a new career and will be replaced by Andrew Hawthorne. He will commence on 17th May 2010 Dear
Residents, I
am the police community support officer for Boxley. I have been in post since
July 2007 and started my career in the Detling and Thurnham. I have recently
taken over the post from Jaime Martin. You can contact me through the parish
Clerk on 01634 861237 or on our office number 01622 604392. If I am not
available please leave a message and I will get back to you when I am next on
duty, alternatively you can e-mail me on 56636@kent.pnn.police.uk When you see me walking around, please feel free to stop and talk to me. I am here to help and to improve the quality of life for the community. I am very keen and enthusiastic. Any discussion with my-self is private and arrangements can be made for a mutual meeting point. Top priorities for Boxley are:
For details about the recent Pact meeting and action plan click here For latest crime figures click here Dog fouling
I receive
many e-mails and telephone calls from residents concerned about dog fouling. As
a police community support officer, if I see the owner walking away and not
picking up the dog mess then I can request their name and address and pass the
details on to Parking
Parking is an
issue through out the whole parish. If you are experiencing issues with parking
then please read the following. Nuisance / inconsiderate parking is for example
if a vehicle is parked on the path, forcing pedestrians to walk on to the road
to get around the vehicle. Residents are advised to record a log or if possible
ask your neighbour if they would mind moving their vehicle and explaining your
reasons why. The log should include where possible details of the vehicle,
colour, and vehicle index also the date and time. This provides information for
the police so we know when and where to patrol. As a police community support
officer I can leave an advice notice on the offending vehicle, and educate
people as and when I see them. I would like
to remind all residents that parking is about being aware of your neighbours and
other people that live / work or visit the area and making sure that you do not
park inconsiderately. A general
note to all residents. Whilst patrolling my area I have noticed on numerous
occasions swings in play parks, which are wrapped around the bars thus making it
impossible for the swings to be used by younger children. It is lovely to see
the parks being used by different age groups but please bear in mind the variety
of ages who use the park
Walderslade Nuisance bike
seized.
A nuisance bike was seized and
will be destroyed and another rider was issued a verbal warning on the
weekend of 4/5th April. Walderslade residents had been reporting problems to
the Police and Parish Council and this led to a high visibility presence
and reaction when the next incident was reported. Residents can
call the Police on 01622 690690 if there are further problems. PCSO Jaime
Martin said "A big thank you to the residents for phoning in with
information as this helped us target the problem areas".
PCSOs are expected to:
What is anti-social behaviour? This is behaviour by a person or group that unreasonably interferes with peoples rights to use and enjoy their homes and community. The behaviour could cause or be likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress. For example
If you are experiencing any of these issues and you would like to talk to me please phone. 01622 604392. If you are experiencing any of these issues NOW then please report it to the police on 01622 690690. Fly tipping Fly tipping is a commonly used term for rubbish that is illegally deposited on land without permission from the landowners. Fly tippers are spoiling the beautiful countryside across Kent. It costs local authorities £44 million to clean up each year. Fly tipping, which is left on the roadside, pavements and public land is removed by the council. If you see waste being dumped illegally or if it doesnt seem right to you that people are dumping waste somewhere, please try to take as much information as possible. For example, vehicle registration details, time and description of the people dumping the waste. Please do not approach the offenders but ring the police as soon as possible. The law now states that if you have any of your rubbish removed and it ends
up being flytipped, you could be held responsible and fined. When dealing with
waste removal services or tradesmen where rubbish will be generated e.g.
builders, plumber, gardening contractors, always ask for a valid waste carriers
licence. Householders should follow these 4 simple steps to help protect
yourself and the environment. These images show the extent of fly tipping on Bell Lane, Boxley. Fly tipping has been a problem in this area over the previous years. Items dumped include burnt out vehicles, tyres, catalogues, general household waste and commercial waste. I am monitoring the problem and liaising with the borough and parish councils. Any information or incidents of fly tipping can be reported on 01622 602162 Anti social behaviour Do you know these tags? What do they stand for? Whose are they?
Partners and Communities together (PACT) meeting at Grove Green Community Centre, Penhurst Close Thursday 22nd January The meeting was well attended and the input was interesting and far reaching. We thank the representatives from Tesco, the police and the PCSOs for their attendance and for answering the questions put to them. The results from the postal/email surveys and the issues raised at the meeting will be collated and the results posted on this web site and in the Downs Mail. Those people who gave their personal details will receive copies. We will also publish details of any planned actions that will be put in place to help redress the issues raised. If you would like a copy of the PACT handbook click on the following link www.kent.police.uk/About%20Kent%20Police/Neighbourhood%20policing/PACTHandbook.pdf Action plan for issues identified at the GG PACT meeting. The response from residents to the questionnaire and also attendance at the PACT meeting at Grove Green/Weavering identified the following top 4 issues. Having initiated the PACT meeting it is felt that despite the reluctance of the community to become involved by setting up a independent panel that the parish council should undertake an action plan. The following suggestions have been bought together. Top 4 issues to be tackle
Minutes of Partners and Communities together (PACT) meeting at Grove Green Community Centre, Penhurst Close On Thursday 22nd January 2009 commencing at 7.05 p.m. Present; Mr Vic Davies (Chairman), Mr Martin Pepper (Chairman Boxley Parish Council), Sgt. Hayes, PC Cumberland, PCSO Supervisor Morris, PCSO Martin, Mr Wingett (Maidstone Borough Council), Mrs Bowdery (Parish Clerk) and 28 residents including representative from Tesco.
Mr Davies welcomed everyone to the meeting. 2. Introduction to PACT PCSO Morris and PCSO Martin explained the process and purpose of PACT. She introduced Sgt Hayes and PC Cumberland. Questions were raised from the residents including one about whether there would be additional funding. There was none but the Police and local authorities could put target areas with initiatives. Whilst the top 3 or 4 priorities would be dealt with the other issues would not be ignored. Parish Council would ensure that all issues were referred to correct authorities. 3. Gathering of views. Attendees spilt into smaller groups for discussion and tea/coffee. Summary/contribution from meeting/groups On reconvening each group went through their priorities/comments/views. The main issues identified were
It was suggested that Weavering Street be closed off but it was pointed out that this would place additional problems on Provender Way. Residents attending confirmed that they had come because of invitation/questionnaire posted through their door. Residents were notified that information would be collated and made available. A PACT Panel would deal with top Ύ issues. Mr Pepper informed residents that the Parish Council would take on all the issues identified and an action plan will be produced. 4. Conclusion/What happens next? There were no persons to volunteer for a PACT Panel, some residents thought it would be a talking shop. It was agreed that the PCSO would hold a regular surgery. It was agreed that there was a need to publicise the outcome of the meeting and action taken especially any improvements. It was suggested that there be a regular newsletter challenging residents about dog fouling etc. Mr Pepper gave a presentation on Speedwatch and the advantages of regularly undertaking it. Sergeant Hayes informed residents that the Police had listened to their views and that regular speeders highlighted by Speedwatch information would be targeted by the Police. It was suggested that there was a need to get residents proud of their area and involved perhaps by volunteer litter picks. The Sweepclean initiative was explained and residents present felt that this was a good idea and perhaps something the parish council could arrange. 5. Meeting closed.
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