Isle of Wight Council Elections 2013

Isle of Wight Council Elections 2013.

Election Communication (minus photos!: First Draft)- 19^th April 2013.

Paul Fuller

Independent Isle of Wight Councillor

for Cowes West and Gurnard.

ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL ELECTIONS, THURSDAY 2^nd MAY 2013.

Independent Councillors, Putting YOUR needs first!

I am a member of Island Independents, which comprises of Independent IW Councillors seeking re-election and of community minded residents seeking election to the Isle of Wight Council on 2^nd May.

As Independents, we believe that local policies should reflect the needs of our local communities, rather than being dictated to by party-political Leaders, Activists and their Sponsors.

Following statements which accepted that Councillors from the ruling group were ‘kept in the dark’, over issues, and their perception that Independents are side-lined (my track record highlights this does not happen to me!); as individuals we support an inclusive Council, with Councillors from all political and non-political groups working together for the good of the Island Community. As Independents, we value greater involvement from stakeholders, Town/ Parish Councillors and Businesses.

Independent Councillors, Supporting Public Services whilst Freezing Council Tax.

Independent Councillors remained consistent in our view to reintroduce parking permits as a means to support Town Centres whilst supporting investment in Public Toilets, Bus Services, Tourism, Libraries and doing more to create and protect local jobs in recent budgets.  Our alternative budgets were legal, balanced and achievable, whilst freezing Council Tax. 

Planning and safeguarding our Environment.

I have 10 years’ experience, as a member of the IW Council’s Planning Committee.

Locally, I support applicants talking to neighbours at the earliest opportunity to discuss applications.

 I have taken the lead in informing residents about potential future housing sites, and continue to work closely with Planners in ensuring residents’ views are considered when evaluating representations.

I’ve supported preserving the Jordan Valley as a strategic Green Gap between Cowes and Gurnard, and look forward to remain an active member of Gurnard’s Neighbourhood Plan Committee.

Highways and Transport.

When elected in 2009, I made it a priority to see urgent repairs undertaken on many of local roads. Although many were completed, there remains much outstanding that will be completed through the PFI award- which I have continued to support.

Roads due to be reconstructed within two years, include Ward Avenue, Parklands Avenue, Park Road, Place Road and Baring Road.

As a priority, I support reinstatement of a residents parking permit to help sustain the economy of our town centres, and would like to see the IW Council making public transport more accessible.

Children.

Raising educational standards, will be a priority for me within the new IW Council, should I be re-elected. 

With Secondary School Education falling short of the high standards our children deserves, (this being emphasised by recent OFSTED Inspections) and Child Safeguarding being criticised by OFSTED I wish to see greater stakeholders involvement.

I also which to take every opportunity to support Cowes Enterprise College.

10 Reasons to Vote to Re-Elect me as your Independent Councillor on Thursday 2^nd May.

About Me.

ü  I know our community well. My family has lived & worked locally for at least seven generations.

ü  I was raised in Gurnard, attended local schools and returned to Cowes area because I wanted to give my family the same opportunities I had growing up.

ü  I’m married to Karen, and both children, Caelan & Zara (an IW Youth Councillor) attend Cowes Enterprise College.

ü  I serve on the Police’s Local Action Group, am a school governor and Justice Of The Peace.

My Track Record.

ü  I have 10 years’ experience as an Independent Isle of Wight Councillor.

ü  As IW Councillor, I’ve represented our Cowes and Gurnard community since 2009.

ü  I have 12 years’ experience as a local Town/ Parish Councillor, currently serving on the three local Councils, and am actively involved in community groups supporting this work.

ü  My experience as an IW Councillor is broad serving on Committees dealing with Planning, Highways, Social Care, Children, Economy, Environment, Education, Community Engagement, Licensing and Crime Prevention.

Making Myself Available.

ü  I’m contactable 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. I aim to respond to all ‘local’ calls within 12 hours.

ü  I’m happy to meet residents at their convenience- not mine!

ü  I’m the only IW Councillor to hold weekly surgeries. These are held in 6 Cowes & Gurnard venues.

ü  I write monthly reports for Cowes Magazine and Gurnard News. Reports are circulated to residents.

ü  I have an online blog: paulfullercc.blogspot.com and can be followed on twitter: @paulfullercc.

Being Independent.

ü  My overwhelming priority has always been to serve the needs of Cowes and Gurnard residents first.

ü  Residents are happy to work alongside me, because of my political impartiality.

ü  I have no sponsors, activists, leader, or party line that I am accountable to.

ü  Unlike some party political candidates, I’ve not been parachuted in to make up the numbers.

ü  I have no political party to hide behind.  If I get things wrong, I’m directly accountable to local residents.

Transparency.

ü  Since my election I’ve been the only local IW Councillor to deliver their Annual Report to each household. This enables residents to challenge me.

ü  I was the first IW Councillor to post my Financial Interests on-line.

ü  I regularly write and deliver newsletters (and listen to feedback!) for residents affected by local activities in their area.

ü  I report what I get up to, including controversial decisions and gratefully welcome feedback! 

Enthusiasm. 

ü  In the last 4 years, I’ve attended more IW Council summoned meetings, than any other Councillor.

ü  I’ve attended the duration of most Gurnard Parish Council and Cowes Town Council monthly Meetings, since 2009.  This enables me to relay resident’s concerns and informs me of local issues.

ü  I canvass opinion thoroughly and every four years I door-step every household.

ü  I do this because I enjoy it. I hope this shows and I continue to achieve the right outcomes!

Standards.

ü  One complaint, is one too many.  If I get things wrong, I will rectify this…and apologise.

Inclusiveness.

ü  I have a strong network of residents supporting me with their expertise.

ü  I have 20 years’ experience working alongside Council Officers, community groups & outside agencies, and enjoy a positive relationship with our MP, and Councillors from all political backgrounds.

If Re-elected, My Priority and My Promise:

ü  To be an effective, visible & hardworking Councillor. If re-elected I promise to continue representing our community in County Hall, rather than County Hall in our community.

ü  As your Councillor, I will not fob residents off, and will continue to be conscientious and ‘hands-on’ fighting for our community, wherever and whenever necessary.  For me, it is important to do whatever is necessary for Council to say ‘Yes’, rather than ‘No’.

Please let me know your views!

ü  If you have questions, or wish me to visit you please call 01983 289595, write to me at: 74 Wyatts Lane, Cowes, Isle of Wight. PO31 8QA, or email paulfulleriw@gmail.com

 Good Morning Leaflet: Issued from 27^th April 2013.

X PAUL FULLER

INDEPENDENT

Isle of Wight Council Elections, 7am- 10pm, Thursday 2^nd May.

Isle of Wight Community Club, Park Road, Cowes. (Cowes West)

Village Hall, Worsley Road, Gurnard. (Gurnard)

Politicians are renowned for making promises at election time, and not always living up to expectations. In 2009 I made three promises, those being:

·         That I would be hardworking.

·         That I would be visible and accessible.

·         That I would always put the needs of our community first.

Since being your Isle of Wight Councillor, I have continued to feedback and listen to residents, and pre-empted several issues before these caused concern. Examples include reporting potential future housing suggestions (SHLAA sites), loss of IW Council public services, road closures and planning applications.

In the last four years, I’ve continued to take a leading and ‘hands-on’ approach in resurrecting our local ‘community’ bus service, the Gurnard Playing Field & Orchard project, Safe Routes to local schools, Gurnard’s Neighbourhood Plan and a large number of other locally based initiatives.

With 18 years’ experience as a Councillor and my track record in Planning, Highways & Transport, School Governorship and community engagement, I consider it even more important for local residents to retain its voice given many of our priorities to make Cowes and Gurnard better.

On Thursday residents have a final opportunity to vote for the Isle of Wight Councillor they feel is best placed to serve our community for the next four years.  If I am privileged to be re-elected, I promise to continue as a committed, hardworking, and enthusiastic Councillor who represents our community’s views in County Hall, rather than County Hall’s views in our community.

Please vote to re-elect PAUL FULLER, INDEPENDENT on Thursday 2^nd May!

Yours,

Paul Fuller, JP,CC.

To catch up with monthly reports and activities that I’ve been tackling on your behalf, please visit paulfullercc.blogspot.com J

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Councillor's Report: April/ May

Surgeries.

Due to the Local IW Council Elections, I will be holding a surgery on the following date:

5:30-6:30pm  TUESDAY, 30th APRIL.  THE PORTLAND, WORSLEY ROAD, GURNARD. 

If you wish to speak to me concerning any issues over the election period please send an email to: paulfulleriw@gmail.com,

or telephone 01983 289595 from 6-9pm, Friday evenings.

Isle of Wight Council Elections.

Residents will be aware that I am seeking re-election, and subsequently due to me canvassing, this month’s report is shorter than usual!  Many thanks to all residents who have offered kinds words on the doorstep.  These are very much appreciated! 

In the meantime, I continue to listen to resident's concerns.

Island Roads:

Pot Holes.

The new PFI contractor took on responsibility for Highways Maintenance, from April 1^st…. Prior to this occurring I received a number of calls from residents about the perceived quality of pot hole repairs and concerns that tar had not been compacted.

Dog Bins.

With regards to the emptying of dog bins, a number of residents contacted me prior to Easter about bins not been emptied. This proved to be the case for a fortnight and were in some cases causing bins to overflow (Rew Street and  Cow Lane).  Following complaints being received all bins in the Cowes West and Gurnard Area were emptied within 48 hours.

Gurnard Settlement Boundary.

Following recommendations from Gurnard Parish Council, which is largely supported by Place Road and Baring Road residents, I have supported that Gurnard’s Settlement Boundary is removed from the Island Plan.

This will further protect the Green Gap between Cowes, Gurnard and beyond. 

Local Action Group Meeting.

At the recent LAG Meeting the following was reported:

·         PC Lisa Paul is also talking to Gurnard Primary School regarding traffic on Baring Road. Once I have collated the views of residents, I will feedback to the school and the IW Council.

·         Edinburgh Close and the Crossfield Estate seems to be an emerging issue, which is of concern.  Residents have requested that further action is taken to address traffic and parking issues

·         Dog Fouling is an issue in Pelham Road and on footpaths near to Lanes End School. Suggestions made about promoting multi use dog/litter bins.  I've been requested to look into working with local schools and Town/Parish Council's to seek a joint initiative to address this.  

·         PC Pringle reported there had been 6 House Searches, with 4 arrests. Drugs remain a concern locally and police requested this to remain a priority.

·         Litter continues to be prevalent on Arctic Road between cycleway and Newport Road.

·         Concerns were expressed regarding Children’s Society Wellbeing Survey findings, especially regarding happiness in school and concerns from Secondary School Teenage Girls on their appearance.

·         Sgt. Sizer will report back to the LAG how widespread Domestic Abuse is locally.

·         Operation Serenity and how the police are working with others in dealing with Mental Health Issues. Under S136 of the Mental Health Act, the Police can remove persons for their own safety.  The Police were investigating what steps were in place beyond this happening?

In the past month:

·         Gurnard held its third public meeting concerning the villages Neighbourhood Plan.  88 local residents attended and the purpose of the meeting was to find out more about the shortly to be distributed Housing Needs Survey and what the sub-committees were pursuing.

·         At the Planning Committee Meeting, I voted against the application to demolish Hamlet Court, Queens Road, Cowes.

·         At Licensing- I helped determine the review for the House Of Legends in Newport.  Concerns were expressed by the police on the numbers of customers using the premises and noise.  This was largely upheld by the Licensing Committee.

·         I ‘volunteered’ to undertake Gurnard’s latest village tidy up.

·         I have distributed over 2,000 Annual Reports.

·     I have made representations to BT regarding Superfast Broadband within Gurnard and parts of Cowes

·         Dog Mess continues to be an issue which I’ve taken up with Island Roads.

·         Following doorstepping in Rew Street, I am looking forward to convening a meeting to request action is taken concerning speeding/ dangerous driving between Sunnycott Caravan Park and Hillis Corner.

·         Action has been requested to fix traffic signs in Rogerson Close, Guppy Close, repair pot holes in Debourne Close and replace broken panels at Bus Stops in Roundhouse, Place Road and at the Park and Ride, Somerton.

·         Action was taken following criminal damage complaints in between Gurnard and Cowes.

Isle of Wight Councillor's Annual Report: April 2013

Isle Of Wight Council Elections 2013.

In the coming weeks, I’m very much looking forward to getting out and about campaigning for the forthcoming IW Council elections. Of the four IW Councillors currently serving Cowes, it seems likely, that I will be the only one seeking re-election. With the challenges associated with highways, health and wellbeing, I consider it important for there to be continuity in Cowes and for Councillors to represent and fully understand the needs of their communities without party political interference.  My immediate priorities are:

·         Highways PFI is targeted to roads in most need (Especially Parklands Avenue, Ward Avenue and Park Road).

·         Ensuring the IW Council support Gurnard’s Neighbourhood Plan Priorities including retention of the green gap which separates Cowes and Gurnard’s communities.

·         Being in a better position to support Cowes Enterprise College.

Annual Report

This is my fourth annual report and summarises my work as your councillor for the past 12 months.

All Councillors are under an obligation to write a 300 word annual report each year, which features on the IW Councils website.

Rather than ‘just write a report’, that may go unnoticed on iwight.com, I consider it better practice to mail out my report to every household each year.  This gives me the chance to catch-up with residents, highlights a few of the issues I’ve been pursuing, and gives every householder the opportunity to challenge me.

If you wish to know more about my work, I write monthly reports for Cowes Town and Gurnard Parish Council meetings, available from Cowes Library.  These are reproduced in edited format monthly for the Cowes Magazine, Gurnard News and online through my blog paulfullercc.blogspot.com

Independents: Putting People Before Politics.

As a true Independent, I’ve never considered my position to be ‘in opposition’ or in any way on the side-lined within the IW Council.

As your Councillor I feel that I can achieve much more by working with others to achieve the best outcomes for our community, rather than to work alongside traditional political lines.

Being Independent enables me to listen to and represent all residents, regardless of their political or non-political affiliations. Over 20 years, I’m fortunate in having built up a strong network with officers and local residents with specific skills, experiences and knowledge who willingly offer me their support. 

Since then, I’ve remained consistent in the view that I’m elected to serve the interests of Cowes & Gurnard in County Hall- and not the interests of County Hall in Cowes and Gurnard. 

Some of the issues I’ve been pursuing since April 2012:

For details & other issues which I’ve been pursuing, please visit paulfullercc.blogspot.com

April 2012.

·         The first application received to develop at 44 Worsley Road, Gurnard. Affected residents were notified.

·         I arranged a meeting with residents to discuss impact of Gurnard Pre-School, Cow Lane/ Baring Road.

·         Took direct action against a charity cold calling in Crossfield  Estate and Ward Avenue, Cowes.

·         Ensured appropriate Wheelie Bins were provided to  residents previously provided with the wrong bin

May.

·         I helped arrange a visit to local suggested housing (SHLAA) sites.

·         Following action taken, the Marine Conservation Society reinstated Gurnard’s beach as Good.

·         Advised that improvements to path and fencing would be undertaken on Coastal Path, Gurnard.

·          Zebra Crossings were provided in Ward Avenue and Crossfield Avenue, following from last year’s request. 

June.

·         Action was taken following requests to the Council to contend with Japanese Knotweed in Baring Road.

·         I met with local residents and the applicant dealing with a planning application in Cliff Road.

·         I undertook Child Safeguarding training.

·         Graffiti removed from Gurnard/ Cowes Seafront.  

July.

·         The Wellow Wind Farm application was determined.  I supported residents regarding its impact.

·         I echoed residents’ concerns over Blood Test waiting times at St. Mary’s and approached Cowes Medical Centre regarding supporting their patients.

·         Met with residents, and Golf Club to resolve concerns over screening and stray balls. 

·          I joined Andrew Turner MP during surgeries held in Cowes and Gurnard.

August.

·         Confirmation received that following a CCTV inspection, the sewer in Shore Road, Gurnard would be replaced.

·         I canvassed views from residents of Rew Street on Gurnard’s Neighbourhood Plan.

·         Action was required following the non-replacement of seating and litter bins after summer events.

·         Supported the Highways PFI Award at Full Council.

September.

·         I arranged a meeting with the IW Council, to agree future Christmas lighting for Cowes.

·         Attended a coffee morning, to take up a number of issues with residents of Briary Court, Cowes.

·         Action taken following flytipping in Crossfield Avenue.

·         I met with The Moorings’ residents, Egypt Hill, following the re-opening of the care homes new extension.

October.

·         I helped ensure the Community Bus was diverted closer to Cowes Medical Centre when road closed.

·         Provided support to Gurnard Pines residents, when it closed... Thankfully, it re-opened the next day!

·         Requested Highways and Police monitored contractors parking in Egypt Hill.

·         I attended the Eco-Islands Conference in Cowes.

November.

·         I advised residents of the on-going consultation regarding alterations to Council Tax Benefits.

·         Visited the new College building, following concerns raised by residents over the scheduled opening…

·         Consultation with Ward Avenue residents regarding new proposals for college Floodlighting

·         I met with new Police Commissioner, Simon Hayes and discussed local concerns raised by residents.

December.

·         Action taken at the Police’s Local Action Group, ensuring dog fouling became a local policing priority.

·         Monthly progress meetings requested with local IW Councillors following delays reopening new College.

·         Took part in the Review Hearing for the IW Festival. I requested closer liaison engagement with residents.

·         Challenged the IW Council for not preparing a formal parking strategy.

January 2013.

·         Attended a meeting held with parents following Cowes Enterprise College entering special measures following the schools OFSTED inspection.

·         Took no action, following feedback concerning a ‘no overnight parking’ ban for Egypt/ Princes Esplanade

·         Undertook a consultation with residents of Cliff Road & Queens Road over various matters.

·         Met with Gurnard Primary School regarding Highways Issues in Baring Road.

February.

·         Undertook a consultation with Baring Road & Place Road residents on various matters.

·         Requested Planning Committee determined a local dwelling, which had accrued much local interest.

·         Requested & attended public exhibition for The Range plans for the ex. Readers site in Place Road.

·         Objected because of Air Quality concerns to the License requested for the Asphalt Plant, Cowes.

March.

·         Challenged closure of Rew Street and Shore Road. Action taken resulted in ensuring closures minimised.

·         Requested action be taken following speeding traffic in Rew Street.

·         Supported removal of Settlement Boundary for Gurnard, thus enhancing protection of Jordan Valley.

Representing our Community in County Hall, rather than County Hall in our Community:

Despite attendance at County Hall, my priority has been and will continue to be (if re-elected), to serve Cowes and Gurnard residents on a Full-time basis.  Because I hold no portfolio this has enabled me to participate and respond to a very wide range of Isle of Wight Council functions.

In the last four years, I attended more IW Council summoned meetings than any other Councillor. The meetings, their function and the challenges presented are as follows:

·         Overview and Scrutiny.

I’ve recently taken on a more direct role within the IW Council’s overarching Overview & Scrutiny function.

The role of this committee is to challenge Council policy, the Cabinet and suggest changes, where appropriate.

From my perspective, I do not consider this committee to be as inclusive and therefore effective as it could be. Currently the IW Cabinet comprises solely of members of the ruling group whilst Scrutiny membership is proportional with members of the ruling group in a position to stifle effective scrutiny.

To overcome this, I support a proportional cabinet and scrutiny role, or a return to a committee structure, where all IW Councillors take responsibility and have direct and transparent input into corporate decision-making. Within Scrutiny, I would like to see much more direct involvement with stakeholders, Town & Parish Councils.

·         Economy and Environment Scrutiny.

Within this Scrutiny Committee, I relayed concerns over moving the Fire Call Centre to Surrey. I’ve raised questions concerning the Highways PFI award, the new Waste Contract and continue to campaign to see the reintroduction of a residents parking permit, which not only would encourage greater use by residents of our town centres but could also enable better use of parking provision for those working in Island towns.

·         Children and Young People Scrutiny.

I met users of the Music Service to find out more during the current review. I’ve raised questions concerning the Youth Service Review, and taken up child welfare and safeguarding concerns..

Within Scrutiny, I’ve raising issues with School Providers over educational standards and opportunities for young people leaving school.

·         Health and Wellbeing Scrutiny.

Although I deputise within this committee- I’ve met with representatives from Cowes Medical Centre, Care Home owners, residents and families and have made representations on their behalf.

I’ve raised issues concerning dentistry, blood testing waiting times and domestic abuse.

·         Appeals Panel.

This Panel is called to consider claims for access to school transport.

·         Regulatory Meetings: Planning.

Locally, whenever possible I support getting applicants to talk to their neighbours at the earliest possible stage to discuss planning applications.

In my first year as Councillor 14 applications were called in, many due to local opposition. Last year, due to pre-application discussions this was reduced to two.

I have been involved in Planning for almost 20 years (10 years as a member of the IW Council’s Planning Committee). I contributed as a member to the IW Council’s Unitary Development Plan in the 1990’s, and more recently within the Island Plan in raising resident’s awareness of suggested development (SHLAA) sites. In addition to this I’ve been actively involved in ensuring local residents views fully represented.

As a Planning Committee member, I led calls for colleagues to statutorily attend site visits before making decisions and frequently challenge recommendations.    

·         Regulatory Meetings: Licensing and Reviews.

As a member of the Regulatory Committee, I have taken part in Review hearings for the Isle of Wight Festival and the proposed WOW Fest planned for the South Wight.

I also attend reviews for late night licenses, licensing charges and most recently I upheld resident’s concerns over the Pollution Prevention & Control Permit for the Asphalt Plant, Cowes. 

Within meetings, I acknowledge the importance of upholding  resident’s and Parish/ Town Councils views.

One year in numbers.  As your Councillor:

·         I am on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

·         I work full-time as Councillor and work between 30 and 60 hours each week

·         I attended 332 meetings associated with my work as an IW Councillor.

·         This includes 61 out of 61 IW Council summoned meetings. Making me the top Councillor attendee, last year.

·         In addition I attended a further 55 meetings, briefings, exhibitions & site visits associated with this work.

·         I’ve attended 12 out of 12 Cowes Town Council’s monthly meetings and 12 out of 12 Gurnard Parish Council meetings plus a further 29 meetings associated with Parish/ Town Council activities  

·         I attended 56 Surgeries meeting 84 residents in 6 different venues.

·         I’ve called/ liaised 14 meetings in the past year, these include face to face meetings with Council Officers and meetings called with outside Agencies. 

·         I’ve written 12 monthly reports for Parish/ Town Councillors, which are edited and themed for Gurnard News, and the Cowes Magazine

·         I received over 3,000 Council related emails, 720 telephone calls and 43 letters (which I aim to respond to within 3 days- 12 hours for local residents)

·         I’ve leafleted 2,200 Annual Reports and 1,000 local newsletters/ consultations and updates

·         As a Councillor I visited 83 residents, and attended 16 resident’s meetings.

This financial year I received a Councillors Allowance of £8262.32 Gross Pay.  

My expenses for last year, are as follows:

£240.00  Annual Report 2011/2012.

£211.72  Broadband, telephone and use of home as office etc.

£64.47 Office Supplies (including ink, paper, stamps etc.)

£ 30.00 Donations.

£ 18.60 Travel Expenses.

£564.79 Total Expenses.

About Me.

I am 43, was born in Gurnard and have lived locally most of my life.  I returned to Cowes in 1999, wanting to give my family the same opportunities that I had growing up in the town.

I was first elected to serve as an Isle of Wight Councillor in 1995, where I represented Ryde North East as an Independent Councillor for 6 years.  On moving back to Cowes, I’ve served on all three local councils and have continued to be actively involved in projects which support young people, crime prevention, the economy, planning and the environment.

I am married to Karen, and have two children (Caelan,16 and Zara,14) both attending Cowes Enterprise College.

I am appointed by the IW Council as a member of the Local Access Forum, an independent body set up to monitor the Island’s rights of ways and as deputy I regularly attend meetings of the AONB Management Committee and attend the Safer Neighbourhood’s Local Access Forum as a Parish/ Town Councillor.

In my own right I’m a Cowes Town Councillor, a Gurnard Parish Councillor and a Parish Councillor for Northwood.  I’m a Trustee for the Friends Of Northwood Cemetery, I serve on the Management Committee for the Footprint Trust, am a school governor and have served as a Justice Of The Peace since 2001. 

And Finally…

I’m committed to ensure our Council says yes, rather than no, and as long as I remain your Councillor, I’m committed to listen to you and fight your corner whenever and wherever necessary. In this role, I aim to be an effective, transparent and a hardworking councillor doing this without any party political restraint. 

The reason I do this, is because I thoroughly love it! Because I enjoy my ‘work’, I hope that it shows and I am achieving the right outcomes for our community!

Thank you for reading my report, and for supporting me for the last four years!