Street Scene
About the Team
The Street Scene Manager, Gordon Morris, currently has 3 Street
Scene Wardens (Christine Thomas, Laura Green & Alan Biddle) and
the Animal Welfare Officer (Paul Hine) reporting to him.
Between them they cover the Malvern Hills District 7 days a
week.
The team are accredited to the West Mercia Constabulary
Community Safety Scheme. This gives them the power to issue Fixed
Penalty Notices
These could be a £75 on the spot fine for:
- dropping litter (including cigarette ends and chewing gum)
- allowing dogs to foul in public places
Or a successful prosecution for fly-tipping could result in a
fine up to £50,000.
Our aim is to build a safer, cleaner community, the Wardens will
become a vital uniformed presence, helping to promote a cleaner
environment by regular patrols around the district. They will also
help to develop a greater feeling of confidence and sense of
community among residents by promoting community groups and
facilities.
Core Tasks
The following core tasks have been identified, some of which
will require the appropriate powers under the Police Reform Act
2002.
- Control of litter
- Control of dog owners permitting their animals to foul in
designated public open space.
- Investigation of 'fly tipping' incidents.
- Removal of graffiti.
- Removal of fly-posters
- Inspection of public conveniences for cleanliness and evidence
of drug abuse
- Arranging Removal of illegally parked or abandoned
vehicles.
- Liaise with council departments, the police, CCTV control
centre and other agencies as appropriate.
- Enforcement of Alcohol Free Zones.
- Possession of alcohol by persons under 18.
- Initial response to complaints of anti-social behaviour.
- Arranging appropriate repairs/replacement of street
furniture.
- 'Off street' parking control.
- Provide a highly visible presence to provide public reassurance
as well as to deter crime, disorderly, and anti-social
behaviour.
- Liaise with property owners to facilitate a culture of 'good
housekeeping' in order to reduce the triggers for environmental
decline.
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