Partnership Board had a presentation on progress on Parks and Play Areas in the Borough and it was really good to see one's for my ward in there at last, as there was information about the Bishopsgarth Play area as well as Newham Grange Park.  Both long awaited, both only possible because of hard and dedicated work from residents, as well as the background work from Julia and myself.  And of course the work and cooperation of Council officers.
Then a presentation on some planning documents that are out to consultation by the Council and planning for the environment, parking issues and sustainable development.  Lots of questions about what can and cannot go in the plan - we cannot have what we all want, which for one is a real crackdown on all buidlings from tomorrow being carbon neutral.  One thing I am suggesting that might be able to be taken on board is that parking provison be taken into cosnideration when an ATM is proposed, especially given the problems that there are for neighbours when people park on their drives to "pop" to the ATM.  Have a look at the documents and have your say, anyway.
Last but not least a report on views from young people.  I've asked for it to be further up the agenda next time !