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| Listening team member Chris Phillips with Kelsey & Eden Park ward councillor, Chrstine Harris |
The
Conservatives welcome the events, which bring benefits to the local
area and support local businesses in the area. However following
complaints from residents, and a petition by residents on Village way,
Kelsey and Eden Park ward councillor, Christine Harris has raised the
issue with council officers, who are investigating. Councillor Harris
has also informally approached event organisers to suggest ways in which
disruption could be reduced, such as only having one stage at a
forthcoming event instead of the proposed two.
The
issue was also been raised with the Clock House ward Conservative
Listening Team by residents in the surrounding roads such as Durban
Road.
Councillor Christine Harris commented "While
I realise these events are popular with many Beckenham residents we
must also take into account of the noise issue for residents living
close to the park. These events are a benefit to the area and we don't
want to lose them, but we also need to ensure residents are not
disrupted. I look forward to a practical solution being found to ensure
these popular events continue with a more resident friendly approach".
Clock House Listening Team Member Chris Phillips added "The
recreaction ground is for everyone to enjoy. The ground hosts a number
of events and it is a great use of the community asset but we need to
make sure that residents living around the ground do not suffer
unnecessary inconvenience. I'm very grateful for Christine for taking
the issue up with officers".