Tree Charter
In August 2019, the Parish Council signed up to the Tree Charter demonstrating our commitment to the principles by which trees and people in the UK can stand stronger together. We want to make a difference to our environment and community by planting more trees so in February 2020 the Parish Council ordered 5 large trees (Oaks, Hawthorne and Field Maple) for delivery in September 2020. We also have ordered small trees which come in community packs for delivery in November 2020.
We are seeking your help in identifying areas where we can plant the trees we have ordered. Perhaps a roadside verge outside your house or common or other open areas in Salfords and Sidlow.
We still have more work to do on this but are thinking about enabling residents to dedicate and record their tree dedication and location in a ‘Parish Tree Register’, perhaps for a new born relative or to commemorate someone who has passed away. Future generations may then be able to see our legacy.
An ideal would be a dedicated area where we could plant multiple trees that could be looked after for two years. Perhaps you would or know someone who would be willing to allocate some land?
We live in a beautiful parish with much greenery and trees to enjoy, however as we know, trees are increasingly vital to our environment and planting more can only be a good thing!
If you are interested in any of the above, please contact the Clerk.
The Society of Local Clerks ( SLCC), National Association of Local Councils (NALC), and One Voice Wales (OVW) believe now is the time to put civility and respect at the top of the agenda and start a culture change for the local council sector. Councillors have signed the Pledge, agreeing that it will treat councillors, clerks, employees, members of the public, and representatives of partner organisations and volunteers with civility and respect in their roles, and that it has put in place a training programme for councillors and staff: We: have signed up to the Code of Conduct for councillors - We have have good governance arrangements in place including staff contracts and a Dignity at Work policy - we have will seek professional help at early stages should civility and respect issues arise - we would will commit to calling out bullying and harassment if and when it happens - we would will continue to learn from best practice in the sector and aspire to being a role model / champion council e.g., via Local Council Award Scheme - we have and are used as a role model support the continued lobbying for change in legislation to support the civility and respect, including sanctions for elected members where appropriate
Monthly wellbeing walk - Salfords Stroll in conjunction with East Surrey YMCA
