The Council is delivering flyers inviting some people to an event where they say “improvements” to Chesney’s Field will be revealed.
The “drop in” is scheduled to take place next Tuesday at the Acomb Rugby Club starting at 4:00pm
The Council has not said what “improvements” they plan. They have not consulted either local Ward Councillors or the Residents Association.
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It has been announced that Clarence Garden has retained Green Park status, putting it alongside four other parks in the city that also have the award.
Clarence Garden joins Rowntree Park, West Bank Park, Rawcliffe Country Park and Glen Gardens. These parks and garden were awarded green flag status in 2016.
This international award, now into its third decade, is a sign to the public that the space boasts the highest possible environmental standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities.
Cllr Nigel Ayre, Executive Member for Culture, Leisure and Tourism said: “It’s great to see that another community space has been awarded Green Flag status and this is testament to the hard work of both the friends groups and council staff who work to make these areas welcoming places for residents and visitors to enjoy.”
The Green Flag Awards recognise well managed parks and open spaces for all to enjoy and is the benchmark national standard in the UK. Launched in 1996, it promotes excellence in recreational green areas and standards are measured against eight criteria:
For more info on York’s parks visit https://www.york.gov.uk/directory/9/people_and_communities_directory/category/10
