Grass Verges
The Parish Council were informed in 2014/15 that in order to save money, Buckinghamshire Council were greatly reducing the amount of funding for the cutting of Grass Verges. We were offered the opportunity of taking over the responsibility for the cutting of urban road verges (under 30mph) for which we would be paid a small contribution towards the cost.
In order to maintain the look of the area and to keep the roads and streets across the Parish looking tidy, the Parish Council agreed to enter into a devolved services contract. Under the terms of the agreement, we are responsible for the grass verges on residential roads with a speed limit of 30mph or less, and Buckinghamshire Council are responsible for all other roads. The Parish Council funds 6 cuts a year, in total, between March and August.
Please, can we ask people not to park on the grass verges- Prevent Damage: Vehicles crush grass, create mud, and damage landscaping. Safety: Prevents vehicles from obstructing pedestrian paths or causing accidents. Maintain Appearance: Keeps streets and properties looking tidy and well-kept & Legal Issues: Parking on a verge with double yellow lines is an offence, and causing obstruction or severe damage can lead to prosecution under the Highways Act.
Weed spraying
The Parish Council also took on the responsibility to conduct weed spraying on the curbs twice a year.
Flailing
The Parish Council previously arranged for several hedges to be flailed but has since been advised that this is the responsibility of Buckinghamshire Council. The only hedges for which we remain responsible are those at the Bowls club and Knighton Way lane play area.
You can report an issue on this link https://www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/search/?query=fix+my+street Buckinghamshire Council Fix My Street