To Be or Not To Be a Supermarket in Tavistock
West Devon Borough Council are to carry out a retail study where no doubt the question of whether a supermarket is needed in Tavistock.will be raised. This will follow on the heels of the Core Strategy which, if and when it is adopted at the Full Council Meeting on the 19 April 2011 will result in a further 750 houses being built in Tavistock.
Shared Services: Will They Change the Way We Do Things?
Joining Resources
It is right that money could be saved by South Hams and West Devon working together, but at no cost to the residents of Tavistock should this result in a poor level of service.
Both Councils have different needs both in the structure of their areas and the people that they serve. With the possible loss of skilled people, particularly within West Devon, we must seek assurances that we will not see a an imbalance of services in Tavistock through a lack of understanding of its culture, history and needs.
New Homes Bonus Scheme
Local Housing Issues
The Government has set aside nationally £1Bn to reward local authorities for the building of new homes and bringing empty properties back into use.
A sum equal to the national average Council tax band will be paid on each additional home bult for a six year period with an additional enhancement for affordable homes.
Is safety being put at risk due to council budget cuts?
Fallen Branch
Following recent high winds a significant oak branch fell and obstructed a public walkway putting the safety of local residents at risk.
The incident was reported on Monday 2 May 2011 but at this time no action has been taken to clear the debris.
About Me
I have had the pleasure of representing you as a local authority member for the last eight years and believe that I have a proven record of helping residents who have problems with council services.
I understand the needs of local families and the importance of councils, Town, Parish, Borough and County to co-operate in order to improve the quality of council services and the lives of our residents.
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Recent Comments
My Personal Endorsement
I have decided not to stand as an Independent in the forth-coming Tavistock North Local Election.
Instead I would like to give my full support and personal endorsement of prospective Independent candidate Jeff Moody.
I have known and worked with Jeff on many occasions over the years and have always found him to be a hard-working member of the local community. He always demonstrates great personal integrity and is a person who is tireless in his commitment to ensure that Tavistock remains a jewel in the crown of West Devon.
You can find out more about Jeff and his election campaign at his own personal website www.JeffreyMoody.co.uk
