Beechwood Village and Craylands News
Issue 34, September 2017
Project Update!
Work on the West Phase, which is on the former school site, is now well under way. As part of this phase of works, we will also be building a new local park for residents, which will be located where the former contractor site was, opposite the shops. We plan to have as much of the new park open as possible by next Spring. As part of the ongoing construction across Beechwood, we have introduced parking restrictions on Churchill Avenue. This is to ensure construction site deliveries can take place. We are also reviewing possible traffic calming measures and will inform residents before these works take place.
Property Owners affected by demolition
Affected owners will now be aware if their property is due for demolition. Swan and Basildon Borough Council have started discussions with owners in the North Phase who are affected. For more information on this you can email our Homeownership Project Manager Rob Pearce on rpearce@swan.org.uk. There is also an Independent Leaseholder/ Freeholder Advisor for people who own their homes who can be contacted on 0208 6829570 or craylands@communitiesfirst.uk.com. If your property is in the South Phase, we will approach you at a later date. If you have any questions about this contact the Resident Involvment and Community Development team on 01277 844242
Competition time!
Are you age 8 to 16? Would you like to win an iPad? Join us at the Beechwood youth club on Monday evenings to take part in a wall plaque design competition for the Jordan Way meadow. Swan, working in partnership with Basildon Borough Council, has secured funding for a series of environmental improvements throughout the estate (including the open space on Jordan’s Way) and would like to give young people on the estate the opportunity to design a wall plaque for the meadow. So, those aged 8 -16 are invited to
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attend the youth club sessions at The Beech community centre (next to the Loco shop) every Monday evening from 5pm to 7pm to take part in the design competition.
For more information contact 01277 844 242 or email involvement@swan.org.uk
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The Beech Community Centre
Are you looking for a hall to hire for a Social/Community event or meeting? Swan’s purpose built Community Centre (The Beech) is available to meet your social, community or business needs. Consisting of a large bright meeting hall, a smaller office and fully fitted kitchen (as well as being fully air conditioned) The Beech offers you a modern and fully equipped venue at very competitive prices. The Community Centre is located at 8 Austen Road, Beechwood Village, next to the Loco shop Basildon SS14 3RZ. If you are interested in booking this hall or require further information, please contact the Resident Involvement Team on 01277 844 242 or email involvement@swan.org.uk This newsletter was printed in Sept 2017
Green Space Improvement Scheme We have been working with Groundwork on some proposals to improve pockets of green space across the estate. Five locations have been chosen and we have undertaken a number of consultation events to get your views. These improvements include adding more trees and planters, outdoor gym equipment, table tennis, seating and bulbs. The relevant plan and proposals will be circulated to those in the immediate vicinity and we hope to start work on these spaces in the coming year!
Tea and Coffee Morning
We are delighted to host regular and FREE coffee mornings for all local residents, at The Beech Community Centre! Our aim is to get residents to socialise with one another and to get involved in activities within the community. The sessions may provide opportunities such as training, as well as meeting with representatives from other local agencies to discuss issues that are of concern to residents. If you would like to meet and socialise with other residents please feel free to join us. No appointment needed! Tea and Coffee Mornings: Date: Every Tuesday Time: 10am -12pm Where: The Beech Community Centre, 8 Austen Road (next to the Loco shop) SS143RZ. If you have any questions please call a member of Resident Involvement and Community Development Team on 01277 844 242 or email involvement@swan.org.uk
Job Alert! Would you like to work at Swan’s brand new factory in Basildon and help build the homes for Beechwood? Our Factory team are recruiting for the following positions • •
CNC Machinist/Operator Stores Person
To view the job description and person specification for these posts, please visit: www.nubuild.co.uk/our-team/working-for-us/current-vacancies
Contact us: Ade Adelekan Community Development Officer, Swan Housing Association Tel: 01277 844242 aadelekan@swan.org.uk Louise Humby Project Manager, Development and Investment Team, Basildon Borough Council Tel: 01268 533333
louise.humby@basildon.gov.uk
Mark Stallard Regeneration Manager, Swan Housing Association Tel: 01277 314 334 mstallard@swan.org.uk
Matthew Charters, Neighbourhood Officer, Swan Housing Association Tel: 0300 303 2500 mcharters@swan.org.uk Charlie Bunney Property Manager, Hera Management Services Tel: 0345 683 8812 info@heramanagementservices.co.uk Swan Housing Association Estate Services Tel: 01277 315225 / 01277 315220 EstateServicesManagement@swan.org.uk
Swan Housing Association Allocations Department Tel: 0300 303 2500 allocations@swan.org.uk
Regeneration Consultation Shop The Beech Community Centre 8 Austen Road SS14 3RZ. Open Tuesday 10am - 1pm and Thursday 3pm - 6pm