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BEDFONT, FELTHAM, HANWORTH AREA FORUM

A meeting of the Bedfont, Feltham, Hanworth Area Forum will be held in the Public Meeting Room, Feltham Library, Feltham High Street on Thursday, 21 May 2015 at 7:30 pm

MEMBERSHIP

Councillor Elizabeth Hughes- Chair Councillors Keith Anderson, Candice Atterton, John Chatt, Samia Chaudhary, Sam Christie, Richard Foote, Sachin Gupta, BB Gurung, Tina Howe, David Hughes, Hanif Khan, Khulique Malik, Hina Mir and Alan Mitchell.

AGENDA

Formal Communications

1. Declarations of Interest and any other Communications from

Members

2. Minutes of the meeting held on 22 January 2015 and matters arising (Pages 1 - 7) 3. Minutes of the meeting held on 12 March 2015 and matters arising (Pages 8 - 16) Items for Consideration

4. Open Forum

An opportunity for members of the public to address the meeting on general issues relating to the agenda and other issues not on the agenda. Please note that individual cases cannot be discussed.

It would be helpful where possible if issues can be submitted in writing prior to the meeting. A pro-forma is included at the back of the agenda pack to assist this. It is helpful, but not essential, if written submissions are made at least one full working day before the date of the meeting, as this may allow the opportunity for a response to the question or issue raised to be given at the meeting. Please note that you can also use the pro-forma to submit suggestions for any topics you would like to see discussed at future Area Forum meetings.

5. Local Police Update - Insp. Nigel Treacy (Pages 17 - 28) Civic Pride

6. Feltham Conservation Area (Pages 29 - 34) 7. Feltham Town Centre Major Scheme Update (Pages 35 - 38)

8. Feltham Town Centre- Safer Crossings Briefing Note (Pages 39 - 40) 9. Feltham Masterplan Update 10. S.106 Update (Pages 41 - 43) 11. Waterloo Estate Update 12. Heritage Presentation Items for Decision

13. Bedfont Close Controlled Parking Zone (Pages 44 - 54) 14. Tilley Road Controlled Parking Zone (Pages 55 - 68) 15. Spinney Drive, Bedfont (Pages 69 - 72) 16. Planning Application Call-In (Pages 73 - 76) 17. Items for Future Meetings 18. Any other urgent business 19. Date of next meeting is 16 July 2015 Protocol for Speakers i) Those wishing to address the Area Forum on any of the decision items listed on the

agenda (with the exception of planning applications) should contact the Committee Administrator, Chaspal Sandhu, on 020 8583 2065 with details of the proposed submission as soon as practicable and no later than two working days before the meeting. The Chair will decide whether or not to grant the request to speak and notification will be given of the decision.

ii) For all highways matters, if there are members of the public with opposing views regarding the proposal the chair will allow both sides to speak. Generally, speakers will only be allowed to speak on issues where funding is available.

iii) Each party will be given no more than 5 minutes to speak. The time allotted could be reduced if, for example, the chair wishes to accommodate several speakers on the same item.

iv) The Area Forum will consider submissions on up to three items per meeting. v) Any written submissions should be made to the Committee Administrator not later than 4

pm on the day of the meeting.

Important information on planning applications called-in to Area Forum: The Area Forum is no longer the decision making body for planning applications, following changes to the planning procedure agreed at Borough Council on 19 June 2012. Planning applications can be called-in by Members of the Area Forum for the purpose of agreeing whether the application should be decided by officers under delegated powers or by Members at the Planning Committee. Speakers will not be permitted to address the Area Forum on planning applications, but can

submit any representations they may have on the particular application to the relevant planning case officer. They can also apply to speak at the Planning Committee, should a report be taken to that meeting for decision.

DECLARING INTERESTS

Committee members are reminded that if they have a pecuniary interest in any matter being discussed at the meeting they must declare the interest and not take part in any discussion or vote on the matter.

Mary Harpley Chief Executive London Borough of Hounslow Civic Centre Lampton Road Hounslow TW3 4DN

Recording and reporting on public meetings Please note that members of public can choose to record, or report in other ways, on this public meeting. If you wish to do so then please read the Councils protocol which can be found on the Councils website. Copies of the protocol are also available at the meeting. The Council asks that you avoid recording members of the audience who are not participants at the meeting. The Council will seek to facilitate this. However, anyone attending a public meeting does so in the knowledge that recording may take place and that they may be part of that record.

At a meeting of the Bedfont, Feltham, Hanworth Area Forum held on Thursday, 22 January 2015 at 7:30 pm at the Public Meeting Room, Feltham Library, Feltham High Street.

Present:

Councillor Elizabeth Hughes (Chair)

Councillors Keith Anderson, Candice Atterton, Sam Christie, Sachin Gupta, BB Gurung, Tina Howe, David Hughes, Hina Mir and Alan Mitchell

48. Apologies for Absence, Declarations of Interest and Any Other Communications from

Members Apologies had been received on behalf of Councillors Chatt, Chaudhary, Foote and Khan.

There were no declarations of interest.

49. Minutes of the meeting held on 13 November 2014 and matters arising The minutes of the meeting held on 13 November 2014 were agreed and signed by the Chair

as a correct record, subject to the following amendments: Minute 36: Minutes of the meeting 11 September 2014: Amend Ross to read Rose Gardens. Minute 44: Petitions (Tudor Estate): Amend 1000K to read 1K Minute 44: page 8, paragraph 5: Tudor Estate Replace one-way sign with no-entry sign.

Minute 44, page 8, paragraph 6, sentence 4: Tudor Estate Replace a 20mph sign painted on the road with a no-entry sign painted on the road. Minute 44, page 8, paragraph 7, sentence 2: Tudor Estate Replace he clarified that a one-way sign could not be painted on the road with he clarified that a no-entry sign could not be painted on the road. Minute 44, page 9, paragraph 4: Tudor Estate Replace 20mph zone with 20mph area. So that the minute would read as follows: Councillor Foote expressed sympathy for the residents affected but also had reservations about the implementation of a 20mph area. He did not feel able to support a 20mph area as despite the cost, without enforcement of the speed limit he felt the area would be ineffective. 7.40pm Councillor Atterton arrived at the meeting. Matters Arising Submitted petitions: Members were informed that a petition in relation to Queens Road had been submitted,

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together with a petition in respect of urban foxes, which had been referred to the relevant officers to be progressed. Members sought an update on the petition in respect of crossovers on Spinney Drive, Bedfont. Mr Soor, Traffic Engineer, advised that the Hatton Road cpz consultation was scheduled to commence in February 2015 and Ward Councillors would be contacted by Officers to identify a consultation area. It was agreed that the petition in relation to Shaftesbury Avenue (Agenda Item 9) would be deferred to the March 2015 meeting to allow the petitioners to attend the meeting and request to speak.

50. Open Forum - 10 mins Members heard from a member of public that a petition had been started a year ago in respect

of prohibiting the feeding of pigeons in public spaces. Members requested an update as a matter of urgency and that Councillor Foote as the Lead Member for Community Protection be notified. A question was raised in relation to the bus stop on Sunbury Way near the roundabout, which a number of local residents had requested. Christopher Deakins indicated that officers had been looking into this matter and would discuss designs and plans with local Councillors before consulting with residents. A question was raised in respect of wheelie bins for the area and the timescales for their roll out to residents. Councillor Gupta stated that the roll out continued across the Borough. It was anticipated that all residents would have a wheelie bin by the end of 2015. Members requested a schedule for the roll out to be brought to a future meeting of the Area Forum. An update was requested on the Feltham Community Centre building, which was now derelict and awaiting redevelopment. The Chair also requested that an updated Heritage list of distinctive and listed buildings within the Bedfont, Feltham and Hanworth area be brought to a future meeting of the forum. Mrs Button, a local resident, raised concerns about the A314 cycle improvements plans. She advised that she had been refused permission to install a crossover/dropped kerb to create off street parking outside her home and business. She expressed concerns that she would have nowhere to park once the cycle route was introduced as a double yellow line would be installed. She also expressed concern that customers visiting her florist shop would be unable to park anywhere. She emphasised the negative impact that the loss of parking would have on her business. Mr Sharland advised that there had been some irregularity in relation to the allocation of crossovers. He advised that before the design phase of the scheme was completed, any previously submitted crossover applications for the affected area would be revisited. Mr Sharland advised that he would happily meet with Mrs Button to look into the issue of parking and assess the impact of the double yellow lines on her business.

51. Local Police Update - Sgt Nigel Treacy In the absence of a police officer, Members noted the submitted report and made the following

comments:

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Members expressed concern about Police response times following residential burglaries.

Members requested dates, times and locations of ward panels.

The Chair gave details of the mechanisms for reporting rough sleepers around the Town Centre. She advised that residents could call the 111 police telephone number to report any rough sleepers. She emphasised the importance of calling the police and reminded that often rough sleepers had mental health issues and were very vulnerable people.

Members expressed concern about anti-social behaviour reports on Hanworth Park ward, in particular with motorbike noise around the cemetery late at night.

Members also requested further information on reports penultimate paragraph, specifically the reference to working closely with a local business whose 21 properties generate approximately 10% of all crime committed on the ward.

52. Verbal update on Feltham Town Centre Christopher Deakins, Capital Projects and Network Management, and Esther Worboys,

Hounslow and Feltham Town Centre Manager, provided members with an update on the proposals for the Feltham Town Centre regeneration. Mr Deakins advised that a bid had been submitted to TFL for a multi-million pound scheme to carry out improvements around Feltham Train Station. The bid had been successful in the initial stages and funding had been released to move forward to the second stage. He advised that the Council was working closely with Network Rail who had also provided some funding. Network Rail had proposed to close the level crossing for safety reasons and also suggested that the platforms be lengthened to accommodate longer trains. He advised that there would be longer trains travelling through the station from 2017. Mr Deakins gave details of plans to close the level crossing and the anticipated impact on traffic flows and on pedestrians using the area. He advised that the closure of the level crossing would be likely to result in excessive queues on New Road, particularly during morning peak hours. An option to install traffic signal lights on New Road to reduce congestion was being considered. The traffic lights would enable vehicles to exit New Road onto Hounslow Road. Options to widen the surrounding roads were also being considered. The closure of the level crossing would require a review of bus routes, railings and access to the station. There would need to be shared use of the foot and cycle bridge over the railway. In response to questions, Mr Deakins advised that if the bus stop was re-routed there would be scope to install a pick-up drop off point outside the station. The second stage of the scheme would look into High Street Traffic Improvements. Mr Deakins advised that the timeframe for the project was very tight and that the consultation on the design phase would take place in June/July 2015. Mr Deakins stated that the aims of the project were to facilitate the closure of the level crossing, improved pedestrian facilities, improve cycle facilities and improved journey times. Mr Deakins stated it would be helpful for a representative from Network Rail to give detailed information about the scheme at a future Area Forum meeting. The Chair thanked Mr Deakins for a very detailed presentation.

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The Forum welcomed Esther Worboys, Town Centre Manager (Hounslow, Feltham & surrounding areas). Ms Worboys advised that she had been in post since July 2014 and that her role was to act as a link between the Council and local businesses. She advised that the Councils corporate plan contained a commitment to develop the master plan for Feltham. The Council had commissioned consultants to look into issues and improvements for the Area. She advised that an initial consultation had been carried out with residents and businesses. There would also be a second stakeholder event taking place on 12 February 2015 and a public exhibition from 13 February 2015 in Feltham library displaying the plans. Ms Worboys advised that a bid had been submitted to the Mayor of London for funding to rebrand Feltham in a positive way. There were also plans to develop a Town Team model and also to create a local business directory. Councillor Mitchell advised that a public regeneration meeting had taken place in October 2014. He advised that the Area Forum wanted to develop a strong sense of identity for Bedfont, Feltham and Hanworth. He advised that there were lots of areas for improvement including making Feltham High Street look nice, planting more trees, regenerating Feltham ponds, the regeneration of St Catherines House and Feltham community centre. The Chair thanked Ms Worboys for the information provided and urged members of the public to view the display at Feltham Library from Friday 13th February 2015. She advised that the presentation would be displayed for two weeks and that all of the information would also be available on the Councils website.

53. Civic Pride In light of the forthcoming 50

th Anniversary of the formation of the London Borough of Hounslow Kate Tomkinson, Area Participation Officer, asked members and local residents to email her if they had any old photos or historical documents they could lend to the Council as part of the celebrations. It was announced that International Womens Day would be celebrated on Saturday, 7 March at the Civic Centre for women and girls over the age of 13 years.

54. A314 Hounslow Road Cycle Improvements See report by Tom Sharland, Transport Projects Officer (Agenda item 7).

Mr Sharland presented a report detailing the results of the consultation for two design options for the upgrading of existing cycle facilities along the A314 Hounslow Road in Hanworth. 9.25pm: Suspension of Standing Orders: Councillor Gupta moved suspension of standing orders for 30 minutes. This was seconded by Councillor Anderson. 9.25pm Councillor David Hughes left the meeting. Members expressed concerns about the following point:

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o The option to remove the traffic lights was considered to be dangerous. o Members felt it was important to install no left turn signs. o It was felt that the cycle lane on the road was too narrow and dangerous. o It was felt that double yellow lines at the beginning of each corner would stop vehicles

parking and increase visibility and safety. Further to the comments and suggestions made, Mr Sharland advised that there would be a reduction in the number of lanes to one lane so that there was not a motorway appearance. He agreed it was important to stop parking on the corners of the roads to ensure safety and visibility. The Chair felt that often weight limits on roads were ignored and suggested that cameras could be installed to help enforce the weight restrictions. Resolved: That the Area Forum approved: 1.1 The development of detailed designs for Option B, based on the outline design work

already undertaken and the results of the consultation process, to allow the scheme to be developed in the necessary detail for construction;

1.2 That Officers be authorised, where possible, to resolve any objections received to the

statutory consultation and implement the scheme and, in the event of any objections remaining unresolved, agreed that the Chair of the Forum be given delegated authority to determine these objections in consultation with the Ward Councillors.

1.3 That, following the resolution of the above, council officers should progress with the

final costing and commissioning of the scheme, and implement the scheme in accordance with the agree detailed designs.

1.4 That officers be authorised to explore the opportunity to re-classify Hounslow Road as a B road between the junctions with the A316 and A312.

55. Tilley Road Area Proposed CPZ - consultation results See report by Amarpal Soor, Senior Traffic Engineer Parking & Developments (Agenda item

8). The Chair invited Ms Sally Dickenson, Lead Petitioner, to address the Area Forum. Ms Dickenson advised that she had submitted a petition to the Council approximately a year ago as parking in Tilley Road had become horrendous. She explained that she was a resident in Tilley Road and since Asda had opened and the flats/apartments had been rented out residents of Tilley Road had no longer been able to park their cars in their own road. Tilley Road was often full of parked vehicles belonging to Asda employees, shoppers wanting to avoid a parking fee in the main car park, health centre workers from the nearby health centre, commuters parking on Tilley Road and using Feltham Train Station, residents and visitors from the flats and even holiday makers parking their cars and catching a train to Heathrow. Ms Dickenson advised that the parking problems had been continuing seven days a week. Residents living in Tilley Road were often getting tickets from Traffic Wardens and the result was that residents were beginning to fight with each other. She emphasised that young

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families with children and disabled residents were not able to park near their homes and that there were serious safety issues. She emphasised a need for a controlled parking zone (CPZ) in Tilley Road as a matter of urgency. Mr Soor presented the report and presented the results of the proposed CPZ preliminary consultation carried out with the residents of the Tilley Road area. He advised that a total of 91 responses were received with the majority in favour of a CPZ in Tilley Road. Mr Soor advised that residents living in Hounslow Homes Housing and on private land in roads such as Hazel Grove, Lemon Grove and Plum Close would be consulted directly by Hounslow Homes. Resolved: Members considered the results of the consultation and agreed that: (a) Officers should advance the Controlled Parking Zone proposals to the detailed design

consultation stage for those frontages on the adopted public highway, namely Hawthorne Road, Highfield Road, Orchard Road, Peach Road, Railway Terrace and Tilley Road.

(b) Officers should report the outcome of the detailed design consultation stage to a future

meeting of this Area Forum; (c) No further consultation should be undertaken with those residents in the private roads,

namely Almond Close, Hazel Grove, Lemon Grove, Plum Close, due to on-going parking control measures being considered by Hounslow Housing (Hounslow Homes); and that

(d) Officers should notify all residents in the preliminary consultation area of the outcome of

the consultation and of this Forums decision.

(e) That a report should come back to the next meeting of this Area Forum.

56. Shaftesbury Avenue 'area', Feltham - Objections to Traffic Management Order (TMO) This matter was deferred to the March meeting of the Area Forum to allow time for Officers to

notify the petitioners so that they can attend the meeting and request to speak.

57. Small Grant Applications See report by Preeti Virk, Third Sector Partnerships Manager (Agenda item 10).

Kate Tomkinson, Area Participation Officer presented the report on Area Forum small grants. She reminded the Forum and members of the public to push groups to apply for grant funding as the deadline for applications was 28 January 2015. Resolved Members agreed to award 500 of small grant funding to the Feltham Asian Womens Group.

58. Any other business There was no other urgent business.

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59. Date of next meeting is 12 March 2015 The date of the forthcoming meeting on 12 March 2015 was noted.

The meeting finished at 9:55 pm.

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At a meeting of the Bedfont, Feltham, Hanworth Area Forum held on Thursday, 12 March 2015 at 7:30 pm at the Public Meeting Room, Feltham Library, Feltham High Street.

Present:

Councillor Elizabeth Hughes (Chair)

Councillor Hanif Khan (Vice-Chair)

Councillors Keith Anderson, Candice Atterton, John Chatt, Samia Chaudhary, Richard Foote, BB Gurung, Tina Howe, David Hughes, Khulique Malik, Hina Mir and Alan Mitchell

Apologies for Absence

Councillors Sam Christie and Sachin Gupta.

Councillor BB Gurung for lateness

60. Declarations of Interest and Any Other Communications from Members Councillors David Hughes and Elizabeth Hughes declared that they knew the applicant for the

A Chance of Hope small grant application and would leave the room for the discussion on that item.

61. Decisions from the meeting held on 22 January 2015 and Matters Arising It was noted that the clerk had been away on leave on absence so there was not a full minute

available and the decisions from the meeting held on 22 January 2015 (agenda item 2) were agreed, with an amendment to include Councillor Maliks apologies for absence. Matters Arising:

a) Councillor Foote referred to the petition against feeding pigeons and advised that local legislation had now been enacted, which meant that a penalty charge would be issued for the casting of food on the ground and in ponds and rivers. Warnings would be issued to start with. The RSPB had said that feeding bread to ducks could be harmful to the ducks and would create bacteria in ponds. Part of the problem with foxes was where blocks of flats had food mixed in with general rubbish. Wheelie bins for food waste had been delivered two weeks ago and Councillor Foote hoped that it would help to deal with the problems with animals over time (item 50, page 2 refers).

b) Kate Tomkinson, Area Participation Officer, gave an update on Feltham Community Centre. She advised that officers from planning enforcement had visited the site and recorded the issues. They were considering the options and would be producing a report. If anyone saw people entering the site, Ms Tomkinson asked that they report it to the enforcement team (item 50, page 2 refers).

62. Open Forum - 10 mins Mr Moore from Tudor Estate Residents Association advised that there were still on-going

issues in connection with the briefing note presented by Satnam Sahota to the November meeting, which was due to be amended and updated. He highlighted the comment in the note

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about the accident in Castle Way, which had not resulted in personal injury and was, therefore, not a priority for the Councils 20 mph programme. He advised that there was still a witness appeal sign in Fernside Avenue, which he felt indicated that it was more important than the report had suggested. Mr Moore also commented that the report stated that the length of the one-way stretch in Raleigh Way was 60m, whereas it was only 30m and he could not understand why one sign for the one-way or no entry end of Raleigh Way would cost 1k to illuminate. Resolved:

That a response to the points raised by Mr Moore would be emailed to him, with Members copied in.

63. Local Police Update - PC Beth Todd See Police Update Report (agenda item 4)

Sgt. Beth Todd advised that, over the last 12 months there had been a decrease in all crime except for violence, which was mostly related to domestic violence. She went on to highlight the main issues for each ward. In Feltham North, burglary had increased at the end of last year and one individual was now in prison. There had also been arrests for drugs offences and notices had been issued for anti-social behaviour to youths riding mopeds in Burns Avenue. They had been trying to boost NW (Neighbourhood Watch). Dispersal zones had been introduced into Hanworth, where youths had been causing problems. A closure notice had been issued to one person on the Oriel Estate and drugs warrants issued. There had been a drop in burglaries. Burglaries had also dropped in Hanworth Park. Drugs were a priority and warrants had been issued. There was anti-social behaviour around the Londis supermarket and the betting shop from youths, but it had decreased as the result of more patrols. Prevention measures taken in Feltham West and burglaries were down. There had been anti-social behaviour problems with youths gathering around McDonalds and the shopping centre. Dispersal zones had been put in and more drugs warrants had been issued. In Bedfont the police had been cocooning the day after a burglary had happened, which involved knocking on doors locally to reassure residents and to pick up any information from witnesses. Signs had been put up in Bedfont High Street, warning that anti-social behaviour would not be tolerated. Councillor Khulique Malik asked for an update about the number of NW groups there were in Feltham North and what was being done to boost numbers. Concerns had been raised over drugs rings and the lack of police presence. In response to questions, Sgt. Todd advised that she could not give the exact number of NW groups, but there were approximately 13 in Bedfont. All wards now had a PCSO and she hoped to see numbers go up. She understood the concerns about the lack of a police presence, but advised that it was now being addressed. Calls were now going through to the Emergency Response Teams, which meant that 2-3 officers were being freed up to go on patrol.

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Councillor Malik asked that numbers of NW be provided to the next meeting and advice on what Members could do to boost numbers. The Chair suggested a map showing where NW was located, which Sgt. Todd agreed to provide. With regard to abstractions, Sgt. Todd advised that a number of officers had been sent up town for counter terrorism patrols and that abstractions would be minimal. There were no cars, but officers would cycle or walk on patrols. The sergeant vacancy for Feltham West would be filled in the next few weeks and Sgt. Todd agreed to provide Councillor Mitchell with an update as soon as possible. In response to further questions, Sgt. Todd advised that she knew that there had been vagrants sleeping rough. They had been offered support, but had declined. The Chair commented that one of the cases was being dealt with as case work and had been very complicated. The Chair asked for figures on domestic violence to assist in monitoring. She advised that the more information and reports they received, the more likely it was that they could access funding from Central Government. Sgt. Todd agreed that she would provide more information. Resolved:

a) That the number of Neighbourhood Watch Groups and a map showing their locations be provided to the next meeting.

b) That Sgt. Todd would keep Councillor Mitchell informed as to progress in filling the sergeant vacancy in Feltham West ward.

c) That more information in relation to domestic violence, including figures, would be provided to the next meeting.

(Councillor Chatt joined the meeting at this point).

64. Civic Pride a) Feltham Regeneration Update

Mathieu Proctor, Principal Urban Design Officer, made a presentation about Feltham Regeneration. He advised that some analysis of Feltham had been undertaken and two stakeholder engagement events had been held. Mr Proctor emphasised that no decisions had been made and residents could still email him with their views. There had been approximately 200 responses so far and a report would be produced in the summer, where there would be another chance for residents to talk about the Masterplan. He advised that it was the beginning of a long planning process, which would last over the next two years. It was anticipated that a plan would be submitted in late 2016 and adopted in 2017. Mr Proctor advised that the aim was for planning officers to help create a vision for Feltham, rather than having individual developers building separate projects. The vision would include attractive open spaces and Feltham Arenas would be looked at in detail. He felt that it was a great opportunity to look at open space, including Hanworth Park and Feltham Green. The Feltham Concept Masterplan had been produced just to show what was possible. The basic idea with the Glebelands was to bring together the Glebelands, Blenheim Park and other green spaces as one. There would be play activities, changing rooms and a caf. Buildings on the edge of the park would provide overlooking and make the park safer. It may be possible that new residents overlooking the park and the developers could pay towards the

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maintenance of the park. They would be looking to make more of the town centre and more people would be living along the High Street. The southern fringe could be made more urban, with possibly higher buildings and if the MOD site became available, it could be used to provide access or housing. Mr Proctor advised that the presentation would be added to the agenda, so that it could be viewed on-line. He asked residents to email him with any comments in connection with the presentation he had shown. The Chair advised there would be no consultation over purdah, which was the period of time while the elections were going on, but she was aware that Feltham Arena Residents Group had been attending meetings. She suggested that they contact Mr Proctor after the elections, if they wanted to meet with the MP. Councillor David Hughes advised that Members had decided that they wanted to bring regeneration projects to Feltham, but the community needed to get involved so that they got what local people were happy with. Councillor Mitchell added that the main message was for the public to take ownership of the regeneration plans. Councillor Foote commented that Longford River disappeared beneath concrete in Hanworth Air Parc, which he felt needed to be removed so that the river could be seen. Around the periphery of the park had been workshops for planes, which were now brownfield sites and he felt that those could be developed as part of the regeneration. Councillor Atterton asked residents to let Councillors know how to pass the message out wider and advised that there was a radio station at Butts Farm, which could be used to help local communication. b) Controlled Parking Zone Update Kate Tomkinson advised that there were a number of CPZ updates on the agenda and the design consultation had now taken place regarding Tilley Road.

c) Community Engagement Funding It had been agreed to allocate money for a Remembrance Day service. The Forum also agreed to allocate funding towards an existing community event and towards events taking place in connection with the Rugby World Cup. It was noted that Kate Tomkinson would be getting in touch with London Irish Rugby Club and the Chair suggested that she also get in touch with the All Blacks Club. d) Heritage Update It was noted that the Heritage Officer, Aretha George had been working with local groups and would be providing a full update, including a potential heritage lottery grant, to the next meeting. The Forum felt that, although there may not be grade I listed buildings in the area, there were still some important buildings and listed walls. The Chair advised that she had started photographing buildings in Feltham West ward and around Feltham Village. She encouraged Members to do the same and to send any photos to her so that she could put them together into a document.

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65. Shaftesbury Avenue, Feltham - Objections to Traffic Management Order See report by Andrew Nye, Parking & Developments Officer (agenda item 6)

Amarpal Soor, Traffic Engineer, highlighted the main points in the report. He advised that the recommendation was to make an order to formalise footway parking. A traffic management order had advertised the proposals and the appendix showed objections and responses. In response to questions from Members, Mr Soor advised that there would be measures to protect against parking on junctions, corners and across driveways, which would result in the loss of 24 parking spaces on each side of the road. Councillor Chatt recalled that it had been pursued by a previous Councillor at a time when lots of people had wanted it with not many objectors. There was information about those for and against when the scheme started. He asked for the reasons why it had changed, in terms of material considerations. In response to questions, Mr Soor advised that they had carried out surveys and gone out to consultation in late 2013. The results, which had indicated support for the introduction of a footway parking scheme, had been brought back to the Area Forum on 14 November 2013. Councillor Chatt advised that he did not recall any consultation with Councillors, but he had visited houses. He felt that there had been no objections to pavement parking, but Mr Soor advised that parking restrictions and footway parking had to go in as one or it would be difficult to enforce. Councillor David Hughes move deferral to allow for further consultation with Members. Councillor Foote advised that he knew of footway parking plans in Hanworth, but noted that ward Councillors were not consulted. He raised concerns that consultation had not been carried out in other areas too. Mr Soor drew Members attention to the briefing and advised that consultation on the current proposal had taken place with Councillors under the previous Administration and the scheme had been pending because of objections to the double yellow lines. Councillor Anderson seconded the motion for deferral and commented that he felt that procedures should be tightened up. The Forum agreed that the item should be deferred. The Chair advised that she would like to see the protocol, in terms of consultation of the public and Councillors and suggested that Members visit the site during deferral of the item. Resolved:

a) That proposals for a footway parking scheme in Shaftesbury Avenue, Feltham, be deferred to allow for consultation with Councillors and residents to take place. The Chair asked that the officer contact the three ward Councillors and the member of public present at the meeting, to arrange a walk about.

b) That the officer would email the previous report and provide an overview of the

process for Councillors.

c) That the protocol for consultation, in particular with regard to the public and

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Councillors, be provided to Members.

66. Kings Road Area, Feltham - Proposed Controlled Parking Zone See report by Amarpal Soor, Traffic Engineer (agenda item 7)

Amarpal Soor presented the report and advised that it contained the results of a preliminary consultation for a CPZ in the Kings Road area. It was being recommended that the process advance to a detailed design consultation, including residents in the surrounding roads and the other side of Hanworth Road. In response to questions from Members, Mr Soor advised that the cost was 67.50 p.a. for one car and that the information about the pros and cons was provided during the consultation, including the prices for different types of permits. Councillor Khan felt that, if the reason for the CPZ was commuters, the timings did not seem to meet that criteria. The vehicle number plates of residents were monitored in the second part of the consultation. He asked, if there were not many cars, was that communicated. Mr Soor advised that a survey was done on number plates, but it had not yet been analysed. The timings were based on what people said and officers could give guidance on that. He agreed to email ward Councillors when the analysis had been done. The Forum agreed the recommendations in the report. Resolved:

a) That officers advance the CPZ proposals to the detailed design stage for those roads that have shown support, namely Cromwell Road, Kings Road and Queens Road.

b) That residents of the roads listed under item 5.2 in the report be notified of the

proposed detailed design consultation in the surrounding area and be included in that consultation.

c) That officers report the results of both consultations to a future meeting of the

Forum.

d) That an analysis of the number plate survey be emailed to ward Councillors, once it has been completed.

67. Page Road and New Road - Results of CPZ Consultation See report by Carl McMahon, Assistant Traffic Engineer (agenda item 8)

Carl McMahon, Traffic Engineer, presented the report and advised that, in the absence of a clear level of support, the recommendation being made was to not progress with a CPZ. Councillor Howe advised that the request had been made by residents because of a development at the end of the road, where they had to pay for parking and residents from that development were parking on Page Road. Mr McMahon advised that he had spoken to a Housing Association officer from the development, who had advised that parking permits were approximately 30 but that residents

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were only entitled to one permit per household and the overspill was parking on Page Road. There were commercial vehicles parking there, but they belonged to people on the estate. The Chair suggested that the Forum agree the recommendations, unless the issue came up again, which the Forum agreed. Resolved:

a) That the proposed Controlled Parking Zone is not progressed because the informal consultation results show insufficient support for the proposal.

b) That residents of Page Road and New Road be notified of the Forums decision.

68. Proposal to consult on a boroughwide 20mph speed limit See Briefing Note (agenda item 9)

Ayeesha Butt, Transport Planner, asked Members and residents to send their views about the proposals for 20 mph zones within the Borough to the transport planning email address.

Councillor Foote commented that the biggest problem would be that the area was on the border of Hounslow and Richmond and Richmond did not apply a 20 mph speed limit. He felt that cars would, therefore, still be going fast crossing into the Borough and that notices were needed.

The Chair asked officers to provide maps to Members and Ms Butt advised that she would come back to the Forum meeting in the summer to discuss the responses received.

69. Proposal Formalisation of Footway Parking See Briefing Note by Andrew Nye, Assistant Traffic Engineer (agenda item 10)

Amarpal Soor presented that report and advised that there were five footway parking schemes to be implemented. Councillor Foote felt that the information was incomplete and that there were other roads, in particular Riverdale Road and St Johns Road, which had not been included. Councillor Howe also asked if Wigley Road could be part of the scheme. Mr Soor advised that he would check about the roads and get back to Councillor Foote and if they could tie in Wigley Road, they would. They were looking to implement the schemes in September 2015 and he advised that he would contact ward Councillors and the Chair if any objections were received Resolved:

a) That the contents of the report be noted. b) That delegated authority to the Chair to determine any unresolved objections

received in the formal (statutory) consultation, as shown under item 2.5 in the report, in conjunction with ward Councillors, be approved.

c) That authority for officers to proceed with the formalisation of footway parking in the

Ellington Road area, despite the unresolved stage 3 complaint, be approved.

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d) That officers look into the inclusion of other roads raised previously by the Forum,

including Riverdale Road and St Johns Road and the possibility of including Wigley Road, if it could be tied in with the scheme.

70. Small Grant applications - Kate Tomkinson See report by Preeti Virk, Third Sector Partnerships Manager (agenda item 11)

Councillors David and Elizabeth Hughes had declared an interest and left the room during the discussion on this item. Councillor Khan chaired the meeting in the absence of Councillor Elizabeth Hughes. Kate Tomkinson highlighted the main points in the report. Resolved:

a) That a small grant of 440 be awarded to A Chance for Hope Community Interest Company to fund the cost of a project to introduce local residents to playing a musical instrument.

b) That a small grant of 500 be awarded to Feltham Arts Association to hold a Cycling

Arts and Nature Trail as part of Feltham Arts Festival 2015.

c) That community engagement funding of 2 x 500 allocations be allocated to a Remembrance Sunday parade and a community event to engage residents in their local area.

71. Petition - Cambria Court, Feltham See Briefing Note by Satnam Sahota, Developments & Parking Team Leader (agenda item

12a) Amarpal Soor presented the report. Members asked about ownership of the garages and Mr Soor advised that he would try to find out. Resolved:

That Members note the petition received and agree that officers carry out a preliminary consultation with residents over a possible CPZ for Cambria Court and beyond.

72. Mill Way, Bedfont See Briefing Note by Satnam Sahota, Developments & Parking Team Leader (agenda item

12b) Resolved:

a) That officers carry out a preliminary consultation with residents of Mill Way on possible changes to the operational times of their CPZ and that the results be reported to a future meeting of the Forum.

b) Members felt that the costs should be emphasised to residents during the

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consultation and suggested that the costs be put in a letter, rather than the appendix.

c) Kate Tomkinson, the APO, advised that reports in response to petitions for Spinney

Drive and Beech Road would be brought back to the Forum in May.

73. Items for Future Meetings The Chair asked Members to let her know a minimum of two weeks prior to the next meeting,

if there was anything they wanted put onto the agenda for discussion. It was acknowledged that earlier notification would result in more information being provided for discussion

74. Any other business Councillor Khulique Malik asked for an update about the pothole in Carlton Avenue.

75. Date of next meeting is 21 May 2015 The date of the next meeting was noted.

The meeting finished at 9:46 pm. The minute taker at this meeting was Wendy Merry

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Bedfont Neighbourhood Policing Team PS Beth Todd 78TX PC Fiona Hall 449TX PC Caroline Baxter 221TX PC Matt Roberts 266TX PC Matt Smith 172TX PCSO Shemica Barnes 7126TX Team e-mail address bedfont.snt@met.police.uk Office number 020 8247 6321 Ward mobile 07717432739 Burglary, ASB and Drugs continue to be ward priorities.

Burglary

There were 8 reported burglaries in Bedfont in April 2015. 5 of these were non-dwelling

burglaries and most of those were shed burglaries. PCSO Barnes holds a crime

prevention stall once every 5 weeks outside Greggs.

Cocooning is our main role in burglary prevention. Several of our well known criminals

who frequent the Bedfont area have recently been sent to prison for a variety of offences

and this may have an impact on the number of crime reports relating to burglary.

Drugs

There have been reports of youths smoking cannabis behind Betfred on Staines Road

(Bedfont High Street). Patrols have been directed to the area and will continue to be

directed there whilst there are reports of this behavior.

ASB

The main area for ASB continues to be based around Bedfont High Street (Staines Road).

Again, patrolling in the area and engaging with shopkeepers and encouraging them to call

us if there are any problems. Signs have been placed on the high street advising that ASB

wont be tolerated.

Other Crime

Several males who are responsible for crime on the ward have been imprisoned in recent

weeks for a variety of offences (shoplifting and theft from motor vehicles). A female is

due to appear in court in June after breaching a Community Protection Notice.

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Hanworth Park Safer Neighbourhoods Team PS Kathryn Nottage 93TX Pc Gary Chatwood 438TX Pc Bellal Aziz 256TX Pc Emily Priestman 348TX Pc Andrew Davies 453TX PCSO Ron Page 7212TX Team e-mail address hanworthpark.snt@met.police.uk Office number 020 8247 6363 Ward Mobile 07881 841876 Your Safer Neighbourhoods Team Priorities The team priorities have remained the same burglary, theft from motor vehicle and drugs. The ward has continued to make great headway in increasing our Neighbourhood Watch and have the largest coverage on the Sector, with 40 plus roads covered. Burglary - We have completed High visibility mobile patrols and on foot in identified hotspot areas and warning leaflets are being delivered offering Crime Prevention advice. Cocooning visits are conducted after every burglary whether dwelling or non dwelling. Cocooning is where the venue of the burglary is visited and given comprehensive crime prevention advice and reassurance along with the five properties either side of the venue and the five addresses behind if it backs onto other premises. This can be time consuming if there are a spate of burglaries, we also have to cover others wards if they are not on duty. We now have 53 roads covered by Neighbourhood Watch, which is increasing year on year and is far more than any other Feltham ward.. Over the last four months there have been 20 burglaries on the ward, which is less than the same period last year. We have identified the top roads on our ward for burglaries and are doing a lot of HVP as well as knocking on every door and issuing CPO advice as well as trying to increase the number of NHW in the area. This it is hoped will see a drop in the amount of burglaries in these known hot spots. Since October last year there has been a 46% reduction in burglary on the ward, which is great news and burglary is down in the majority of wards in Feltham. Drugs - We as a Sector and as a ward continue to execute warrants in Feltham and have numerous in the pipeline to be dealt with. A few weeks ago we executed a warrant where we seized over 50 wraps of Class A drugs and

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arrested two suspects. We received intel several weeks ago about a possible drug dealing taking place, we conducted plain clothes patrols the following day and made an arrest for possession of drugs, the suspect was charged. Theft from motor vehicle - Reports of theft from motor vehicles after having dropped significantly in January is now starting to rise and the whole of Feltham has seen a sudden increase in the last month or so. A large number of these we believe are being carried out by the same few suspects, the main suspect having been arrested for numerous offences only a couple of days ago and being remanded in custody. There are no current hot spots as these crimes are happening randomly across the ward although Feltham Airparcs continue to feature as venues of these crimes. Warning posters have been placed at each of these locations. There have also been a couple of incidences of theft of number plates; these plates are then displayed on vehicles used in crime such as burglary and theft of petrol. There have been 24 reports of theft from motor vehicle since January as opposed to 22 reports for the same period of the previous year. ASB - The focus for ASB at the moment on the ward is McDonalds, High Street, Feltham where groups of youths have been gathering and causing a nuisance to customers and staff. We have been visiting the premises each and every shift, working with staff to alleviate the problem, and identify all the youths concerned. Some of the youths identified have had a visit to their home addresses re the issues and their parents spoken to. In recent weeks there have been far fewer complaints in relation to ASB.

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London Borough of Hounslow HANWORTH Safer Neighbourhoods Team APS Leigh WAGG 554TX PC 240TX Will LOWERY PC 464TX Richard ROBINSON PC 183TX Daniel WOOD PC 524TX Catherine RICHARDS PCSO 7138TX John HOLMES-YARDE Office number 020 8247 6344 Team email hanworth.snt@met.police.uk Of note for this reporting period:- The Hanworth team went through some major staff changes at short notice which placed a strain on resources and the sad loss of some local knowledge/connections, however the teams numbers are now back up to strength and new officers to the team are very proactive and keen to tackle the wards issues and re-establish the knowledge and local links. Staff changes:- PC 272TX Stu ANDREWS who was the teams dedicated ward officer (DWO) left the team and went to Hounslow SNT PC 345TX Josh POWELL left the team and went to Brentford SNT This left new to the team A/PS 554TX Leigh WAGG and PC 240TX Will LOWERY Seconded short term to the team were PC 183TX Danny WOOD and PC 524TX Cathy RICHARDS who have greatly assisted The team have also welcomed PC 464TX Rich ROBINSON to the team on a more permanent basis. Experienced PCSO 7138TX John HOLMES-YARDE has also joined the team APS WAGG has recently been promoted and is expected to leave the team shortly but will have opportunity to give the new Hanworth Sergeant a comprehensive handover, to help minimize disruption.

Priority Anti-social behaviour by Youths causing noise and nuisance

Date set 21/04/2015

Action taken/going to be taken WE DID

Nuisance moped database set up Sec 59 warnings for ASB moped riding / moped seizing Despite serious issues with the number of patrol vehicles and trained pursuit drivers and with Met

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policies hindering pursuit of mopeds and due to number of escape routes for riders in the area 2x sec 59 warnings have been issued one to moped riding on pavement and another to one caught doing a wheelie A number of stolen mopeds found and forensic opportunities maximised Database set up and monitoring of moped indexs and riders causing ASB is progressing To assist Police in identifying riders and mopeds involved in ASB

Last updated 01/03/2015

Priority Burglary

Date set 21/04/2015

Action taken/going to be taken WE DID

Utilising predictive patrolling computer system to plan patrols Pursing wanted offenders on EWMS system ASAP Zero tolerance for prolific priority offenders For the Borough of Hounslow (TX) for 2014/15 period (compared to year before) Burglary overall fell by -16.2% and Residential Burglary fell by -17.9% Same period for Hanworth ward Burglary over all unfortunately increased by 9.8% But Residential Burglary fell by -27.5% However sadly non-residential burglary increased by a huge 87.9% (which translates 33 offences 2013/14 and 62 offences 2014/15 Non residential burglaries could be a shed burglary or commercial premises burglary - Hanworth SNT are making this issue their main priority in hope of tackling this growing issue. On 13/03/15 the team carried out 9x Wanted persons enquiries in one day and are dedicated to tackling this matter

Last updated 22/04/2015

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Priority Drug Dealing

Date set 21/04/2015

Action taken/going to be taken WE DID

Continued closing down of hiding places for drug dealers - executing warrants - increased patrols in key locations 8 people were stopped and searched for drugs and 1 person has been arrested for possession of cannabis between 01/03/15 and 22/04/15 by the team. A cannabis dealing group have been forced under ground who were operating from HAMPTON ROAD WEST area and now are seen there less frequently. Officers worked with housing provider of REX house to install CCTV which assisted in closing down hiding places for the group.

Last updated 01/03/2015

The following gives you information about your local monthly Ward Promises that have been set and the actions we are taking to deliver them.

Promise ASB by groups of youths

Date set 21/04/2015

Action taken/going to be taken WE DID

Get to know the main offenders and use new ASB powers where possible and disrupt ASB activities by increased patrolling in hotspot areas. This year the team has actively assisted neighbouring ward in tackling a group of 40+ youths running a mock in feltham town centre. Issuing Hounslow BOCUs first every new 2 day dispersal power. The team also used new ASB premises close power to close a premises that was causing issues locally. As previously mentioned ASB in the BUTTS FARM estate especially is caused by youths on mopeds - a Moped database has been created and this is providing intelligence to help officers tackle the problem and 2 sec 59 warnings have been issued if those riders are spotted causing

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ASB again their vehicles will be seized.

Last updated 01/03/2015

Promise Drugs and Alcohol misuse / disorder

Date set 21/04/2015

Action taken/going to be taken WE DID

Controlled drinking zone which currently encompasses the entire borough of Hounslow will be actively enforced and alcohol de-canned Drug users and dealers where grounds permit will be proactively searched. As previously mentioned above. 8 people were stopped and searched for drugs and 1 person has been arrested for possession of cannabis between 01/03/15 and 22/04/15 by the team. A cannabis dealing group have been forced under ground who were operating from HAMPTON ROAD WEST area and now are seen there less frequently. Officers worked with housing provider of REX house to install CCTV which assisted in closing down hiding places for the group. One known street drinker and cannabis abuser was summons to court by the team for begging in Bear road.

Last updated 22/04/2015

Promise 3 Pedal cycling on the pavement

Date set 21/04/2015

Action taken/going to be taken WE DID

This is a new promise chosen by new to the team/area PCSO 7138TX who has seen a need to tackle this issue whilst out on patrol - it is inline with Mayor Boris Johnsons and Mets operation Safeway for road safety Offenders will be ticketed Promise chosen day before this report created - updates will follow in next CPCG report

Last updated 22/04/2015

Street Briefings for HANWORTH SNT

Sunrise Close 28th MAY 2015 starting 0700hrs

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Feltham North Neighbourhood Policing Team PS Fiona Watts 88TX PC Mark Bradshaw 225 TX PC Catherine Richards 524 TX PC Gary Wilson 184TX PC Scott Fitton 103TX PC Stephanie Hynes 463 TX PCSO Matthew Brown 7107 TX Team e-mail address felthamnorth.snt@met.police.uk Office number 020 8247 6311 Ward mobile 07717 432742 Feltham North Local Policing Team Priorities The team priorities have remained the same and are burglary, drugs and anti-social behaviour. The team patrol the ward on a daily basis to prevent these offences and apprehend offenders. Burglary Burglary continues to be a ward priority and there has been decrease in the number of reported burglaries over the past three months with 15 burglaries being reported over the past three months as compared to 20 burglaries during the same period in 2014. The LPT are actively trying to promote further Neighbourhood Watch schemes across the ward. New Neighbourhood Watch Schemes have recently been set up in Cassiobury Avenue, Sparrow Farm Drive and Clymping Dene. Drugs The number of drugs offences detected on the ward has decreased slightly over the past 3 months with 18 offences being detected in the past three months as compared to 9 offences in the same period in 2014. The LPT have assisted in the eviction of residents from an address where a large amount of cannabis was previously recovered by Feltham North Officers and have Misuse of Drugs Act Warrant

ASB Feltham North Officers have continued to focus on reducing anti-social moped and motor biking riding on the ward after receiving complaints from local residents. Residents in and around Burns Avenue have reported a big decrease

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in the instances of anti social moped riding occurring there as a result of the recent action in the area by Feltham North LPT and the moped seizures and S59 Police Reform Act 2002 warnings issued. Many of the ASB calls on the ward are either youth or neighbour related and the team are currently dealing with 3 ongoing neighbour disputes at this time. The team are working in partnership with Hounslow Housing and a Housing Association to take action against these three perpetrators of ASB from their social housing properties. Over the past three months the team have obtained one Closure Order for a property where disorder and nuisance was occurring and implemented one dispersal zone in and around Pentelow Gardens to address youths congregating around the location. The team currently have three individuals referred to the FASBAG and endeavour to provide reassurance to victims of ASB and act to address ASB quickly and effectively.

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Feltham West SNT 06/05/2015

PS Graeme Dixon 60TX

PC Brian Westwood 502TX

PC Danny Wood 183TX currently on loan to Hanworth

PC Faser Lockey 151TX

PC Ben Miles 321TX

PC Jody Whitehouse 199TX - currently Crime manager

PCSO 7171TX Matthew Cooke

Performance figures for team Mar - Apr 2015

Arrests 4

Caution + 3 3

PND -

FPN/ Process 2

Seizures/S59 5 1

Stop Search 6

Stop account 12

Warrants executed 2

Airspace closed 31

Decanning 1

Street briefings 4

Crimints 21

Ward priorities remain the same - Burglary, Theft from M/V, ASB in general,

whilst the promises are - ASB Youths, Vagrants, Drugs and Alcohol misuse/disorder

Burglary

Since the start of March until 30th April the Ward has recorded 13 burglaries. This

consists of 7 non dwelling, 3 dwelling and 3 attempted Our team are assisting with

Burglary prevention across Feltham as visits are made to all victims and

neighbouring houses as part of the cocooning initiative

Theft From M/V

Theft from M/V offences total 14 between 1st March and 30th April. Some of these

were theft of number plates. Paul and Roy Smith were identified as being

responsible for most of the theft of personal property from vehicles and are both

now in Prison awaiting further arrest and charge for some of these. There has been

a noticeable reduction already across TF West since these arrests

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ASB/ ASB Youths

At the start of this reporting period the majority of calls received on the ward relate

to youth ASB around McDonalds on Bedfont Lane and the High Street shopping

Centre

As many as thirty to forty youths have been congregating around the High Street

and this has caused problems for the team as our resource to deal with them has

been minimal to say the least due to repeated abstractions.

The team have been targeting this group as much as possible and now they seem to

have largely moved on. PC Westwood has been working with Councilor Christie

and Neighbourhood Community Safety Co-ordinator Jo Drew to make

environmental changes where these youths gather. This involves the repair of fences

and cleaning up items they use for comfort such as discarded furniture

The team also gave some attention to the youth motorbike problem and identified a

group from Jubilee Way who are particularly active at the moment. Five S59 notices

were issued and this group will be closely monitored with a view to seizures in the

near future

Vagrants

Reports of rough sleepers have been few and far between. There was one reported

in Belvedere House and another who has been in the bin sheds off the service road

behind the Day Nursery on the High Street. Neither of these two have been

identified yet by the team.

There has been another problem noted inside Berberis House where graffiti is

appearing on one particular floor. This is aimed at the Housing Provider and its

believed it may be an ex tenant still sleeping within the block but again this has yet

to be confirmed

Drugs/Alcohol misuse

The team have executed two drug related warrants in the past couple of months and

more are in the planning stage

Drug activity has been reported by residents living in Redford Close near Raleigh

Park and targeted patrols in there has confirmed that dealing/use is taking place.

Stops have been made but no drugs found yet. More activity has taken place around

Southern Avenue and the Team are working with the LBH policing team to resolve

this.

The finer weather through April brought out the drinkers and one de canning was

made near Feltham Pond but generally everyone has been behaving themselves

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FELTHAM GREEN / TOWN CENTRE Boundary: See Map 6 Date of Designation: 08 November 1990

Date of alteration or extension: None Additional protection to the area: Special Architectural and/or Historic Interest The conservation areas primary architectural and historic interest concentrates on what remains of the early village of Feltham: primarily the green and the 19th century and 20th

century properties that surround

it. It also focuses on the area around the station, the Longford River and around the tower of St Catherines church, including some of the residential streets. The rest of the conservation area contains a few houses of note dating from the 18th century as well as some 1960-70s redevelopment. History In the Domesday Book, Feltham is set down as belonging to Earl Mortaigne, in the reign of Henry II. In 1634 the manor house and nearly the whole village was destroyed by fire. In the 18th century it was a small village and remained that way until the late 19th century with the land mostly laid out as market gardens for supplying the London markets. The Windsor Staines and South Western Act submitted to Parliament by the London and South Western Railway Company, provided for a railway line from the then terminus at Richmond to Datchet. It received the Royal Assent on 25th June 1847, and opened in just fourteen months on 22nd August 1848. This ensured much 19th century and 20th century expansion. Character Appraisal The village character is based on the church, the green and associated soft landscape and the properties that provide the relevant scale and ambience. The Church. The tower remains of the former St Catherines Church (Grade II), which is younger than its style deliberately suggests. The original church was 1880 (spire 1898) by Carpenter and Ingelow. It is in the decorated style and is a two-stage tower with paired belfry openings and corner buttresses, with pinnacles to comer turrets. The octagon and spire is a tall and prominent landmark. It is now incorporated into offices by Bisco & Stanton, 1979-81 by a series of stepped-out projections that are quite carefully handled. The church, the bridge over the Longford River, the bridge over the railway and station with associated landscaping and village pond provides an attractive Victorian setting a gateway to Feltham. Hanworth Road Behind the church, between Hanworth Road and the Longford River, there are good mid-Victorian streets and properties. The houses tend to be detached villas, mostly in brick with dressings, in their own grounds. Public buildings include the former Magistrates Court, high schools using pretty polychrome brickwork, with low gables, and a chapel. The ensemble provides insight into the Victorian expansion in Feltham. New Chapel Square This is a compact group of flats by Manning Clamp & partners, 1976, in hot red brick, somewhat in the Lillington Gardens (20th century, inner London) tradition of densely stepping form. It is well detailed, and although slightly out of place (without village character), it is nevertheless a good example of its type of 20th century housing, four to five storeys in height around a square. The rear overlooks the Victoria Junior School again quite carefully detailed in red brick but single storey. The Longford River nestles alongside these later developments and has a somewhat rural and unkempt character.

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Agenda Item 6

The Green The Pond, Green and nearby buildings are probably the most picturesque part of Feltham. The green is lined to the east with small houses and gives this part of the conservation area its rural setting of the village pond around which early 19th century houses snuggle. The pond with its trees has been carefully landscaped with a War Memorial in the foreground. St Lawrence (RC) Church stands out within the group, built of brick and in the Romanesque style. It was built in 1934 and designed by T H B Scott. The group of houses overlooking the pond all date from the 1840s and have preserved all their original features. On the corner the Red Lion Inn (Grade II), an 18 century village inn, overlooks the Green. Of two storeys in brown brick with red window heads, it has a hipped old tile roof. The front facing the green has original window sashes. Feltham House and Manor House Behind the Red Lion, approached from Elmwood Avenue, is another 18th century building, Feltham House (Grade II). It was a fine house of the Villebois family. It is constructed of red brick, three-storey high and red tiled roof. It can be seen from the road but is a reminder of the 18th century past of Feltham it has a circular forecourt and grassed rear area. It now forms part of the army depot. It is in need of careful restoration. Manor House is a grand stucco painted house now used as a health centre. It is another reminder of the former large houses of Feltham and provides an interesting landmark. Elmwood Avenue This road contains some interesting 19th and 20th century houses set in their own grounds and illustrate more of the 19th century expansion of Feltham. These properties and the parade of shops on the High Street are well landscaped with trees and hedgerows. The office at No. 51 High Street is an interesting example of 20th century architecture in red brick and neatly turned inverted arches by Malcolm Hecks Associates 1978. Pressures on the area.

Feltham town centre is currently under considerable redevelopment for regeneration and commercial reasons. This may lead on to new interest in peripheral development.

2 storey Victorian terraced housing immediately outside the area, further along the Longford River north east of the church tower, is of diminutive scale which adds to the character of the conservation areas setting. This is (attractive in its own right and) under pressure for development of increased scale.

Potenti Potential to be further evaluated,

has largely been directed by the regeneration programme, may be further items pending from s106 agreements and work

To enhance the conservation area itself by respecting scale and boundaries during adjacent redevelopment, and thus benefit from the character

Tree quality survey and additional tree-planting scheme Guiding Principles

Concentrate on enhancing the boundaries, with a possibility of extension to the east, north of the Longford river

Enhance the area around St Catherines Tower and around the green Pay careful attention to side, rear and roof extensions around the Green & St Catherines Tower, to

maintain quality, skylines and sympathetic treatment Enhance the area around and relationships with the station.

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Feltham Town Centre Transport for London funded Major Scheme update Bedfont, Feltham and Hanworth Area Forum 21 May 2015 Christopher Deakins, Team Leader Capital Projects and Network Management Tel: 020 8583 4866 christopher.deakins@hounslow.gov.uk Briefing Note 1. Recommendations That Members:-

(a) note the progress being made on the Transport for London funded Major Scheme for Feltham town centre and the outline programme for the year.

2. Background 2.1 The purpose of this briefing note is to update Members on the Transport for London

funded Major Scheme for Feltham town centre.

2.2 As reported to the Area Forum in January, the Council has received funding from TfL to develop proposals for Feltham Town Centre that:

facilitate the closure of the level crossing

improve pedestrian facilities

improve cycle facilities

benefit bus passengers

improve journey time reliability

2.3 At this stage the main proposals can be summarised as:

Reconfiguration of the existing New Road / Bedfont Lane priority junction and inclusion of a zebra crossing.

Signalisation of New Road / Hounslow Road to provide sufficient capacity for the traffic diverted from Bedfont Lane.

Provision of bus stops on Hounslow Road, between New Road and Hanworth Road, to accommodate routes 285 & 490 and provide an interchange to the station via new pedestrian ramps. These stops remove the need for the 285 & 490 to divert via the bus station on New Road as they currently do.

Widening of Hounslow Road southbound on approach to Hanworth Road junction to provide a dedicated left turn lane.

Widening of the bridge over the Longford River to provide two northbound traffic lanes on approach to Hanworth Road and cycle lanes in both directions.

Retention of the all-red pedestrian crossing at the Hounslow Road / Hanworth Road junction (implementation due to commence on 22 May 2015).

Removal of the existing traffic signals at Bedfont Lane converting the junction to a priority give-way junction.

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Provision of a new signalised pedestrian crossing across High Street adjacent to Bedfont Lane.

Conversion of the existing zebra crossing on High Street adjacent to Victoria Road to a signalised crossing to reduce the impact of high pedestrian volumes on vehicle and bus journey times.

Simplification of the road layout along the high street with the inclusion of north and southbound dedicated cycle lanes between the station and Browells Lane.

3.0 Traffic Modelling 3.1 Members will be aware that in order to assess the impact of the changes a significant

amount of traffic model work has had to be undertaken. At the time of the January Area Forum traffic modelling had been completed for the four junctions at the northern end of the town centre, around the railway station. Traffic modelling has now been completed for the whole of the town centre and the key points and headline results are reported below in paragraphs 3.3 to 3.8.

3.2 As TfL are responsible for the installation and maintenance of all traffic signals in

Greater London they also have to sign-off all associated traffic modelling work. The base (existing situation) traffic model has been approved and at the time of writing this briefing note the Council is awaiting the sign-off of the proposed traffic model.

3.3 In both the AM and PM peak periods the northbound and westbound (Hanworth

Road to Bedfont Lane) journey times deteriorate see Table 1. These delays are as a result of introducing the signal controlled pedestrian crossings at both Browells Lane and Hanworth Road junctions.

3.4 In both the AM and PM peak periods the southbound and eastbound (Bedfont Lane

to Hanworth Road) journey times improve see Table 1. These journey times improvements are due to the conversion of the Victoria Road zebra crossing to traffic signal controlled, not having to wait at the level crossing and due to the new traffic signals at the New Road / Hounslow Road junction.

3.5 General traffic journey times will increase, with the majority of this additional delay

being caused by the addition of the signalised pedestrian crossing facilities at the junctions of High Street with Browells Lane and with Hanworth Road. Given the level of pedestrian activity at these locations and the existing safety issues for these vulnerable road users it is deemed an acceptable impact.

Direction Journey times (seconds)

AM existing AM proposed PM existing PM proposed

Northbound 247 272 (+25) 291 297 (+6)

Southbound 269 248 (-21) 248 242 (-6)

Westbound 138 178 (+40) 144 169 (+25)

Eastbound 184 159 (-25) 287 179 (-9)

Totals 838 858 (+20) 871 887 (+16)

Table 1 Journey time comparisons

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3.6 The provision of new bus stops on Hounslow Road, between New Road and Hanworth Road, for routes 285 & 490 would have a significant benefit on the journey times for these two routes see Table 2. This more than mitigates for the additional delays caused by the introduction of the signalised pedestrian crossing at the Hanwoth Road junction.

3.7 For the other bus routes there is a mixed picture with routes gaining in one direction

and losing out in the other, or gaining in one peak period and losing in the other peak period see Table 2. These journey time delays or gains are for the same reasons as explained in 2.4 and 2.5 above.

3.8 Whilst some individual bus routes experience increases to their journey times, the

scheme overall provides benefits for this mode due to reduced travel distances for routes 285 & 490 and because the coordinated signals and relocation of queues from the zebra crossing to the junction stop-lines, make the existing bus lane provisions more effective.

Direction No. buses

Journey times (seconds)

AM existing AM proposed

PM existing PM proposed

285 & 490 Northbound

11 556 472 (-84) 555 456 (-99)

285& 490 Southbound

12 577 430 (-147) 438 403 (-35)

117, 235 & H26 Northbound

13 474 480 (+6) 519 470 (-49)

117, 235 & H26 Southbound

12 406 413 (+7) 385 426 (+42)

H25 Northbound

4 433 419 (-14) 455 439 (-16)

H25 Southbound

4 319 277 (-42) 343 488 (+145)

90 Northbound

6 413 464 (+51) 463 508 (+45)

90 Southbound

6 330 315 (-14) 311 334 (+23)

Totals N 34 1875 1836 (-40) 1991 1872 (-119)

Totals S 34 1632 1435 (-196) 1476 1651 (+174)

Table 2 Bus journey time comparisons 4.0 Design, Consultation and Business Case 4.1 In order for any further funding to be released by TfL the Council will need satisfy a

number of requirements, the keys ones being:

The design will be subject to TfLs Design Review in line with the principles set out in Better Streets.

The submission of a Business Case in accordance with TfLs Business Case Development Manual.

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An approved and costed design being accepted by all parties. 4.2 Work on developing the concept designs is currently underway and the first

milestone will be to discuss the emerging ideas at TfLs Design Review Panel on Wednesday, 27 May. Following this review the designs will be developed further with a view to reporting them at the 16 July meeting of this Area Forum.

4.3 Subject to approval being given in July the public consultation would be carried out

during August and September and will include a public exhibition event at which Council officers will be on hand to answer any questions or provide further explanation of the proposals. The results of the public consultation and the finalised outline designs will be reported to the November Area Forum for approval.

4.4 Following the public consultation a business case will be finalised and submitted to

TfL for their consideration. It is hoped that funding will be confirmed prior to the end of the calendar year.

5.0 Network Rail 5.1 Officers continue to liaise with Network Rail. Recent discussions have centred on

aligning design and construction programmes as well the designs for a new shared use (pedestrian/cyclist) bridge over the railway line in the vicinity of the existing level crossing. It is anticipated that Network Rails designs for this new structure will be available by the July Area Forum and will be included in the public consultation.

BRIEFING NOTE ENDS

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Feltham Town Centre Residents Petition for safer pedestrian crossings. Bedfont, Feltham and Hanworth Area Forum 21 May 2015 Christopher Deakins, Team Leader Capital Projects and Network Management Tel: 020 8583 4866 christopher.deakins@hounslow.gov.uk Briefing Note 1. Recommendations That Members:-

(a) note that the petition has been received and the work currently underway to improve the pedestrian crossings in the town centre;

(b) agree that the lead petitioner be informed of this.

2. Details 2.1 A petition has been received from residents requesting safer pedestrian crossings in

Feltham Town Centre. The petition, which was signed by 239 people, reads:

Have you ever had to cross one of these roads where you don't really know if you should stay or go as there are no traffic lights for pedestrians?

If it is tricky for an adult, how tricky and dangerous it must be for kids or older people? Nearby these pedestrian crossings many points of interest like schools, nurseries, supermarkets, pubs, train station and shopping center and residential area are located. Many of us, our friends and relatives are rushing around every day, trying not to get hit by a car, van or a lorry.

It is rare among the drivers to respect pedestrian priority on crossings if there are no traffic lights and they usually use they horn or swear to show irritation. How many accidents have to happen before situation will change? Do we really need to wait for the fatality to happen?

Problem can be solved in a very simple way: installation of traffic lights for pedestrians. We all know that it is better to be safe than sorry at the end of the day.

You can find photos of pedestrian crossing showing the problem on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Safer-Pedestrians-in-Feltham/1513001382252932?ref=hl

Just copy and paste link above in the browser address window. 2.2 The provision of controlled pedestrian crossing facilities at the A44 Hounslow Road

and Hanworth Road junction was approved by this Forum in April 2014. Since that time officers have been working with Transport for London to have this improvement delivered. The work to install controlled pedestrian crossings on three arms of this junction will commence on Friday, 22 May 2015. This is an interim measure as

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Agenda Item 8

further improvements will be carried out as part of the Transport for London funded major scheme see below.

2.3 As Members will be aware funding has been received from Transport for London to

progress the outline designs, public consultation and business case for an traffic and public realm improvement scheme for Feltham town centre, with a focus on facilitating the closure of the Bedfont Lane level crossing. As part of this scheme all of the junctions are being reviewed from both a traffic flow and pedestrian safety viewpoint.

2.4 The current concept proposals, which will be subject to a further report to this Forum,

include for the following pedestrian crossing improvements:

Bedfont Lane and New Road junction - provision of a zebra crossing.

New Road and Hounslow Road junction - existing zebra crossings replaced with traffic signals with controlled pedestrian crossings across New Road and Hounslow Road.

Hounslow Road and Hanworth Road junction widened footways and addition of controlled pedestrian crossing on all four arms of the junction with the addition of pedestrian countdown.

Bedfont Lane and High Street Bedfont Lane zebra crossing relocated onto pedestrian desire line (closure of level crossing will see a significant reduction in traffic using this road). New controlled pedestrian crossing across High Street.

High Street near Victoria Road - existing zebra crossings replaced with traffic signals with controlled pedestrian crossings across High Street with the addition of pedestrian countdown.

High Street, Highfield Road and Browells Lane - addition of controlled pedestrian crossing on all four arms of the junction (impacts of this reported in separate briefing note.

2.5 As Members can appreciate there is a significant work involved in delivering the

improvement scheme for Feltham and funding has to be staged over several financial years. Therefore, it will be a number of years before all of the above improvements are implemented on-street. The current programme is for the public consultation and design work to be completed this financial year, with delivery commencing in 2016 and completion occurring during the 2019/20 financial year.

BRIEFING NOTE ENDS

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Report for: COMMENT

Contains Confidential or Exempt Information

No

Title Allocation of s106 funds

Member Reporting Cllr Theo Dennison

Lead Member for Finance and Citizen Engagement

Contact Details Michael Thornton, Advisory Consult, Planning Policy, 020 8583 5228, Michael.Thornton@hounslow.gov.uk

For Consideration By All Area Forums

Date to be Considered 21 May 2015

Affected Wards All

Keywords/Index Planning Obligations, s106, Community Engagement

1. Briefing Note 1. The consultation undertaken in July / September 2014 with Ward Councillors and community organisations on potential projects to be funded by s106 resulted in 126 projects being identified for approval for s106 funding, totalling 4,020,640. These are now being approved through a Single Member Decision by the Lead Member who thanks the Members for their contributions. 2. There will now be a further consultation on a selection of projects that have been developed by the Council officers that meet the requirements of the existing s106 agreements and designed to mitigate the effects of the developments in their wards. 3. We will be writing individually to the members with a list of these proposed projects for their wards asking for their comments, including Members suggestions of any further projects. Once we have received feedback and reviewed the comments, the approved projects will be taken forward by a future Single Member Decision. 4. The other suggestions where suitable s106 agreements could not be immediately identified have been incorporated into a Wishlist and will be published in due course. This will be reviewed in the light of future s106 receipts and as other potential sources of funding become available, including in due course, CIL.

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Agenda Item 10

Update on Section 106 funding

Approvals

Following the consultation last year inviting suggestions from councillors, residents

and community associations on possible projects for s106 funding, some 4m worth

of projects was soon to be agreed by Councillor Dennison through a single member

decision. A summary of the funded schemes is attached as Appendix 1 Approvals.

All these projects should be completed by March 2016.

Projects Not Approved The Wish List

Councillor Dennison regarded all the schemes suggested last year as a priority and

while suitable s106 resources had not been identified for other schemes that were

put forward, those that were not being approved in this round had been placed on a

wish list for further consideration. The Council will be seeking s106 agreements to

cover them when developments occur in the area and examining whether there are

other resources we can use. Going forward, the Community Infrastructure Levy was

expected to provide funding for such projects. Some of the suggestions made last

year required further work and officers were still dealing with these. Councillor

Dennison was hopeful that a further round will be ready for approval by July. In the

meantime, the wish list will be published so that Members could keep track of them

and a copy will be sent directly to them. Later in the summer Councillor Dennison

will be inviting participation in a fresh call for projects that mitigate local development

or otherwise improve the local area.

New Projects

S106 agreements can be quite prescriptive and a list of new compliant schemes that

had been developed for individual wards by various service managers had been

circulated to the Area Forum and would circulated to local community organisations

inviting their views also. Funding was available for these schemes and Councillor

Dennison advised that he would be grateful if Members would consider the proposed

projects over the next few weeks and advise if they wanted to see them progressed.

He encouraged Members to discuss these projects with any interested or affected

residents, businesses and local organisations and he would progress the projects

once they had been approved by the relevant local Councillors. The projects were

listed by ward and there were some Borough-wide projects too.

Comments

Comments on these projects should be sent by email to ldf@hounslow.gov.uk. We

aim to end the consultation on these projects 3 weeks after the date of your next

Area Forum. If Councillors required additio