In September we were delighted to hold our first post-Covid event in the Village and we wanted to use it as an opportunity to talk to you about your thoughts, ideas and questions. It was great to engage with so many people but for those who weren’t able to make it, we thought we’d update here on the topics discussed and answers to questions raised. Don’t forget you can get in touch with us at any time at LightmoorStewardship@bvt.org.uk or call us on 01952 898524. Tell us your views and what is important to you living Lightmoor? You asked Our...
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- Feedback from Re-start the heart event
Lightmoor Village Estate Management Committee The Lightmoor Village Estate Management Committee (LVEMC) has been reshaped to be resident led to enable great oversight and authority of BVT’s estate and stewardship activities in Lightmoor Village. Recently we asked residents to nominate themselves for election, 7 nominations were received and as the committee is normally made up of 8 residents, there was no requirement for an election to take place. Meet the seven nominees here If you would like to observe a meeting or speak to someone about the opportunities of joining the committee, please call 01952 898524 or email LightmoorStewardship@bvt.org.uk.
Read more- ‘Restarting the heart’ of the Village event
On Saturday 18 September between 10am and 2pm, BVT Lightmoor is holding its first event in the Village post Covid. We know how tough the past 18 months have been, so we’d love for everybody to pop along, learn some tips on how to look after yourself and others and talk to the BVT team to discuss what you’d like to see happen in the Village in the future. Activities taking place on the day include: Oak Tree Centre (and/or Village Square if weather is kind) Meet the BVT Lightmoor team. A newly formed team who want to hear your...
Read more - Work started on building final homes in Lightmoor Village
Work to build nearly 300 new homes in Lightmoor has started in August which will complete one of Telford’s most significant housing developments of the last decade. Jessup Brothers Ltd will be developing the final two phases of Lightmoor Village in partnership with Bournville Village Trust (BVT) and Homes England, which are in a joint venture. Making a significant contribution towards local housing need, the new high-quality homes will be split into two distinct developments providing homes for sale and affordable rent. The first phase, The Croppings 2, will be made up of 96 homes for first time buyers looking...
Read more - LAUNCH OF LIGHTMOOR VILLAGE ESTATE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE ELECTIONS
In the next couple of days Lightmoor Village residents will receive details of the 2021 Lightmoor Village Estate Management Committee elections. The Committee has been reshaped to be resident led and to have greater oversight and authority of BVT’s estate and stewardship activities in Lightmoor Village. We would love to receive nominations from a diverse cross-section of the community, so whether you’ve been a resident since the beginning or have recently moved in, you would be welcomed. Perhaps you can offer us insights into: Being a parent in Lightmoor Village Giving an understanding of cultural differences Experience of living with...
Read more - Update to new BVT Lightmoor Estates and Stewardship team
Earlier this year following your feedback, we announced a new structure for the Estates and Stewardship team to ensure we provide a visible, quality service that provides value for money. New team members will be joining us in the next few weeks and we’ll be introducing you to the BVT Lightmoor team and their areas of responsibility. In the meantime, we would like to introduce you to Donna who joined us a few weeks ago as Customer Communications Officer. Donna will be responsible for our social media pages and websites and other communications to help keep residents up to date....
Read more - Microsoft Digital Skills Offer
Microsoft, Linkedin & Github are offering free access to their learning resources to help those who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19. Learning Resources Take a look below for more information on the resources available and how they can help you. Digital Learning Pathway See more information below about the free course available, from learning to work with computers to learning pathways designed for specific roles, there is something for everyone.
Read more - The Bache – Traffic Calming Measures
Following concerns from residents regarding speeding traffic on The Bache road into the Barratts development site, BVT requested that traffic calming measures were installed. Over the next week 3 sleeping policemen will be installed past the junction with New Meadow Road, as well as additional 10MPH signage. If you have any questions, please email Stewardship@bvt.org.uk
Read more - Lightmoor Way – Road Resurfacing
We have had confirmation today that the potholes on Lightmoor Way will be resurfaced week commencing the 5th April. Traffic management will be in place when this work takes place and the bus service will be diverted. As part of this work the pathway on Furnace Avenue between Lightmoor Village Primary School and Bournville House will also be resurfaced. If you have any questions regarding this work please email Stewardship@bvt.org.uk
Read more - Good news!
Following feedback from you, your resident led Lightmoor Village Estate Management Committee (LVEMC) as well as our staff, we have listened and understood your concerns with how current services are delivered. You have told us that you want high quality services that are value for money and a Stewardship team that are visible, delivering a proactive service. In response to this, and in line with our corporate aims of place shaping and community building, BVT have identified a new structure for the Estates and Stewardship team in Lightmoor Village which will help us achieve this. Working with the LVEMC, we...
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