Westfield Primary school was named the “School of the Year” at the Community Pride awards last night.
In addition Sylvia Barker, who has been the “Lollipop Lady” on Askham Lane for many years, was named “Public Sector Hero”
Congratulations to all concerned!
If so, join us during a hands-on information session at Hazel Court, on Saturday 15 October between 10am-12 noon.
The drop-in session will have City of York Council teams and partner agencies on hand with advice and demonstrations on how residents can get involved in their local community.
Throughout the morning council teams will be demonstrating how to use graffiti removal kits and litter pickers, enabling residents to tackle some of these problems first hand. Staff will also be demonstrating the One Planet York app which allows residents to check their recycling and waste collection dates amongst a host of other features.
Residents will also be able to learn more about volunteering opportunities from the council, Environment Agency and York CVS on roles such as being a flood warden or joining over 200 other residents and becoming a snow warden.
Cllr Andrew Waller, Executive Member for the Environment, said:“Volunteers are important, and many residents want to find out how they can take a more active role in their local community. This session will help people find out how the council will support them to do this. Many residents want to assist with taking pride in where they live, or else help with efforts during flood or snowy situations, so they can find out more by coming along.”
For more information about the event or volunteering opportunities in York, email: shapingneighbourhoods@york.gov.uk , call 01904 551832, or visit: www.york.gov.uk/volunteering
