Although the Councils contractor was seen last week on his quad bike spraying weeds in some areas, action elsewhere is still awaited.
The are particular issues on cul de sacs and snickets (neither of which are accessible on a quad bike!).
Weeds Kngsway West cul de sac
Weeds Kingsway West cul de sac
We’ve reported dumping Windsor Garth
Andrew Waller points out much needed speed hump repairs on Ascot Way. We are pleased to see that this programme is underway
Weeds growing through footpath on Windsor Garth near Sandown Close. We’ve reported the problem but it seems to be another area that has been missed off this years treatment programme
Time of year gullies need to eb checked fro blockages. We’ve asked for those on the little Green Lane footpath to be cleared of leaves
We’ve asked for the Gale Lane/Holgate beck to be cleared of detritus and undergrowth before the winter
UFO are behind schedule in reinstating concrete drives on Stuart Road
Verge and path on Foxwood lane still showing signs of damage following broadband excavations near 12 months ago
One bonus has been the renewal of the flagstones at the Hamilton Drive West bus stop. We asked for these to be done on safety grounds last year
New litter bins have been rolled out to several streets including this one on Kingsway West
We’ve asked for the garage area off Windsor Garth to be tidied up.
Autumn colours coming to the trees on Acomb Green
The path across The Green needs to be edged this winter.
Weeds make the steps down to The Green more hazardous than they should be
Beaconsfield Street back lane weed now 6 foot tall. No treatment this year by Council
Severus Street
School Street
Milner Street back lane
Hedge on Foxwood Lane obstructing public footpath
Sevral snickets are overgorwn with weeds
Some good news with the weeds which disfigured the offices on the Front Street link road having been cleared of weeds.
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Responding to a recent survey, local residents had said that litter and weed growth were one of their main concerns.
Good therefore to see this week that the Chapelfields estate is looking much tidier. Most gutters are weed free although the recent wet/warm weather will likely prompt further growth. Litter also seems to be under control.
We’ve reported one or two other public service issues that require attention.
The Council have been asked to give start date for promised additional lay-by on Bramham Ave. The provision of off street parking will make access easier for buses, bin lorries etc.
Notices put up to deter dog fouling
Grange Lane park largely litter free
Gutter in The Burn were reported and are now largely clear of weeds (although there are some on the footpath)
Still waiting for new fence on Walton Place snicket. Was ordered several months ago.
Graffiti on Grange Lane snicket needs to be removed
Lamppost 11 on Grange Lane is leaning. Reported for action
Telecoms junction box on Bramham Road vandalised
Sad to see garage 11 on the Bramham Road block still unused. Was reported to the Council 6 months ago.
Build outs make street cleaning and weed removal difficult
Weeds in St Stephens Square have not been treated this summer.
Trolley storage area on Acomb Car park needs a good clean
Work has started on repairing Askham Lane.
The works at Askham Lane will start on Monday 20 August, between the hours of 9.15am and 5pm, and are estimated to finish on Friday 24 August.
In order to carry out these works safely, temporary road closures will need to be put in place. For the Askham Lane works this will include a temporary road closure from the junction of Askham Grove to the Ridgeway roundabout.
At times the junctions of Askham Grove and Grange Lane will also be closed.
Some disruption is expected although it is hoped to finish the work before the new school term starts.
Up to date details can be found here https://roadworks.org/
Askham Lane
Also on Askham Lane, the Council have begun to tackle the perennial problems of weeds overgrowing the bus shelter.
Weed killing operation on paths and in gutters has been criticised as poor this year.
Clearly it is a big problem in snickets.
The latest change in weather (damper) may make this more obvious.
We understand that, following complaints from Cllr Sheena Jackson, the Foxwood area will be retreated this week.
The expectation was that the reinstatement of verges in the City following the UFO broadband works would have seen grass growing back by now. Recent rain has provided ideal growing conditions but there is little sign of life so far!
Dust bowl verges on Gale Lane. Still no grass
Tithe Close snicket has been cleared of litter and graffiti
Litter a problems on several snickets at present like this one on The Reeves.
More hedges blocking public footpaths
Hedge stops passengers waiting at Askham Lane bus stop from seeing approaching buses
Nettles another threat for bus passengers. No sign of the Council treating weeds so far this summer
Trolley area on Acomb car park needs a good clean up
Grass round playgound needs strimming
Dustbowl verges on Gale Lane. We will see whether todays rain prompts grass growth
Litter in The Reeves snicket
Rubbish dumped at entrance to Cornlands park
Weeds overgrowing street furniture on Tennent Road
Dumping and full bin at entrance to Bachelor Hill amenity area
Although the long dry spell has restricted the growth of weeds on paths and gutters in York, much of the City is now looking untidy.
The Council should be well on with its first application of weed killer.
Residents have also complained about the quality of cutting on some verges and amenity areas.
Verges damaged by utility works, although reseeded in come cases, are still bare earth because of dry conditions.
Grass still growing despite dry conditions
Some amenity areas like Otterwood Lane haven’t been cut yet.
Weeds growing in gutters in Queenswood Grove. Verges are untidy
Weeds need cutting back and verges edging on Kingsthrorpe
