Notice of Audit and Right to Inspect the Annual Return for the Year End 31 March 2024
Please see attached for Annual Governance Statement 2023-2024
31 March 2024 Notice of Public Rights and Publication/
Road Works in Stockbridge Village
For your information, sewer connection works are planned on a section of Spruce Grove, Stockbridge Village from Monday 10th February 2020 to Friday 21st February 2020. In order that the works can be undertaken quickly and safely the road will be closed, shown on the link below:
https://one.network/?tm=115393193
The diversion route associated with the Spruce Grove closure will be via a temporary road over the adjacent strip of land north of Spruce Grove, to maintain vehicular access. The works will also necessitate a footway closure which will result in pedestrians having to follow a short diversion in accordance with the temporary signage in place.
Knowsley Town Council Donations of Defibrillator
The Town Coucnil we're pleased to be able to donate one of their defibrillators to Hillside Neighbourhood Centre at the January Council Meeting. Mayor Cllr J Donnelly presented the defibrillator to Berna Thompson, Hillside Neighbourhood Centres secretary.
The Centre acts as a resource for young people up to the age of 25 living in Huyton and the surrounding areas by providing advice and assistance and organising programmes of physical, educational and other activities as a means of advancing in life and helping young people by developing their skills, capacities and capabilities.
H I Y A, Hillywood,
Hillside Neighbourhood Centre,
Hillside Avenue, Huyton,
Liverpool,
L36 8DS
hiya97@hotmail.co.uk
0151 449 3688
MAUREEN CLUNAN MEMORIAL AWARD 2019
This years Maureen Clunan Award was presented to the Millennium Morris Dances.
Members of the Town Council were delighted to nominate the group to receive the Maureen Clunan Award for 2019 in recognition of their outstanding contribution to the community.
Annual Beating of the Bounds 2019
On Sunday 11 August 2019, Knowsley Town Council held its Annual Beating of the Bounds. Members of the Council and invited guests walk the public footpaths in the Township. This year, the walk commenced at Boodecroft Doorstep Green taking a circular route through Little Wood. 16 Adults and 7 children took part in the walk luckily the rain stayed off so everyone enjoyed a pleasant stroll through the countryside on the doorstep.
Community Pavilion based in Pool Hey
KNOWSLEY TOWN COUNCIL
Knowsley Town Council has refurbished the Community Pavilion based in Pool Hey, Stockbridge Village.
If local groups are looking for somewhere to meet or carry out their activities within Stockbridge or elsewhere in the Township.
Why not come along to view the premises.
Viewing will take place on the following days and times:
Monday 13 May 2019 – 1 pm to 3pm
Wednesday 15 May 2019 – 5pm to 7 pm
If you are interested, please contact either Heather or Jane at the Town Council Office
for more details
Telephone: 0151 548 4545
email: heather.weightman@knowsley.gov.uk
Grants and Sponsorship to Support Local Communities
Knowsley Town Council has always supported community groups and local organisations through it grants and sponsorship scheme.
We believe that our Grants and Sponsorship Scheme offer an effective way to help and support residents in our community.
Our Grants and Sponsorship Schemes support new and ongoing activities across our Town Council locality. Supporting and investing in local resident associations, youth groups as well as older people’s groups.
At March's Council Meeting Millennium Morris Dancers where presented with a Grant of £500
Take a look at our Grants and Sponsorships Pageand find out how eligible groups and local organisations who are run by volunteers can apply.
For further information about our Grants and Sponsorship Scheme call us on 0151 548 4545 or email heatherweightman@knowsley.gov.uk
NEWLY REFURBISHED PREMISES FOR USE BY THE COMMUNITY
Knowsley Town Council owns the Pavilion based in Pool Hey, Stockbridge Village. The premises are in the process of being refurbished to bring them up to modern standards and will have additional space for use by community organisations.
When completed, the building will comprise of a main hall, a large side room and a smaller room. Kitchen and free on site car parking facilities will also be available. The premises will be suitable for all types of groups from larger community organisations to smaller groups who just need a place to meet. Private one off functions could also be accommodated in the building.
The building is due to re-open in Spring 2019. If your organisation would be interested in hiring the premises on a long or short term basis, please contact the Town Council to find out more information.
Interested groups will be able to discuss their requirements with the Town Council and will be invited to view the facilities to ensure they would be suitable for their needs.
The venue will be suitable for the following occasions.
Local Community Meeting
Societies and Clubs
Band Practice
Baby Groups
Fitness Classes / Yoga
Educational Pursuits
Church Event / Choir Practice
CONTACT DETAILS
Heather Weightman - Clerk of the Council - 0151 548 4545
heather.weightman@knowsley.gov.uk
Jane Thomas - Assistant Clerk of the Council - 0151 548 4545
jane.thomas@knowsley.gov.uk
ANNUAL BEATING OF THE BOUNDS
On Sunday 12 August 2018, Knowsley Town Council held its Annual Beating of the Bounds. Members of the Council and invited guests walk the public footpaths in the Township. This year, the walk commenced at Boodecroft Doorstep Green taking a circular route through Little Wood. 13 Adults and 7 children took part in the walk and although it started to rain, it did not dampen the spirits and everyone enjoyed a pleasant stroll through the countryside on the doorstep.
MAUREEN CLUNAN MEMORIAL AWARD 2018
In 2013, in memory of the late Councillor Maureen Clunan in recognition of her tireless work with the community, the Town Council established the Maureen Clunan Memorial Award. The recipients of the annual award are chosen by the members of the Town Council. To be eligible to receive the award the person nominated must be an active volunteer within the community providing a service that benefits residents of all areas of the township.
This years Maureen Clunan Award was presented to Mr Bernie Buxton. Bernie is very active within the community and is one of the founder members of the Liverpool Taxi Drivers Children In Care Outing Fund. Each year funding is raised to enable local taxi drivers to offer day trips for children in care. Bernie has worked tirelessly to raise funds and awareness and participates in the outings for the children for the past 35 years and is still going strong.
Members of the Town Council were delighted to nominate Bernie to receive the Maureen Clunan Award for 2018 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to this most worthy cause.