Diane Day and the Conservative Team say “Thank you to all who replied to our Autumn Oxhey Hall survey. We are delighted to have received so many responses.
Oxhey Hall Barns
Residents are concerned at possible alterations to Oxhey Hall Barns. Most residents want to keep the area’s rural character. However, some queried the barns’ long term viability. Suggestions for change included a farm shop, equestrian use, restaurant, pub, primary school, housing, community activities such as an arts centre. STOP PRESS: the decision on the recent planning application for housing was deferred until 15 December, pending a site visit!
Oxhey Hall, part of the South Oxhey Regeneration
There was widespread disappointment at the lack of consultation within Oxhey Hall by Three Rivers District Council on how to regenerate South Oxhey, Oxhey Hall and Carpenders Park. Many residents desire better facilities for young people, better shopping amenities and a general facelift for the area.
W20 Bus
Residents are concerned at the unreliability of W20 bus service. Please let us know the exact details of when you experience a problem with the service. We’ll pass it on to Passenger Transport Unit who award the contract. It does make a difference if the bus company knows you, the users, are monitoring their performance with us!
Road Safety
Speeding in Silk Mill Road and Oaklands Avenue was also brought up in the questionnaire. We agree with residents that it is such a pity people don’t observe the speed limit. Traffic improvement measures have started in Hampermill Lane and we are pleased that the vehicle recognition sign, which records speed and number plate, is up and running in Brookdene Ave. Technical adjustments are still being made to improve the readings.
Cutting Back the Hedges
Several residents commented on overhanging foliage. The Hampermilll Lane hedges have now been cut back for the winter. The footpath near Veolia is very narrow, and widening is not financially viable. However now the grass verges have been cut back and the leaves have fallen we are asking for it to be properly swept.