A group of young people that approached the Council after filling in our recent 'youth survey' are currently developing plans to hopefully extend the skate park in Riccall. The group would like to additional facilities for BMX riders and have come up with a comprehensive set of designs.

The Council is currently working with the group to develop ideas, look at costs and possible funding, although no decisons have yet been taken about the possible new facilities.

If you want to join in, contact lindsey.ryan@riccallparishcouncil.org.uk

Last weekend's adverse weather saw the first real chance for Riccall Snow Patrol to leap into action. The scheme managed and developed by Riccall Parish Council, involves a team of local volunterrs who are willing to grit footpaths and clear snow as necessary within Riccall.

After the severe winter of 2011/12, Riccall PC appealed for volunteers and was amazed by the positive response. Local people came forward to offer their time and become snow wardens, in an effort to keep the main footpaths open, allowing much easier access for all residents, particularly the elderly and those with young children.

Council Clerk, Lindsey Ryan said, 'Last winter, lots of residents were complaining to us about the fact that they were cut off from local services and did not feel confident to walk on the icy footpaths. As a community, we decided to take action and set up a team of volunteers. This really is community spirit at its best!'

Riccall PC is looking to create a 'Youth Council' to help with the continual improvement of facilities and the development of new ideas for the community.

If you are between the ages of 11 and 19 and would like to be involved, please get in touch.

Our first meeting will be on Monday 30th January 2012 at 6.30pm.

Contact Lindsey Ryan lindsey.ryan@riccallparishcouncil.org.uk

Riccall Snow Patrol has been created after the Parish Council appealed for volunteers in the latest edition of the Riccall Beacon. Twenty five local residents came forward to offer their services for snow clearance and gritting within Riccall. RPC has now provided each volunteer with a snow shovel, high visibility wear and gloves and they work as needed to try and keep the central community footpaths as accessible as is possible during the Winter months.

The Council is really thankful to these volunteers for giving their own time and efforts to do something really positive for Riccall and to help all members of the community, particularly those that are more vulnerable. The scheme will be trialled this year, with a feedback meeting in the spring. If you have comments to make, we are always happy to hear them.

Negotiations are currently taking place between NY Library service, Riccall Parish Council and the Regen Centre to try and provide a small library for Riccall. Likely to house around 150 books, the library would be run by volunteers and would open limited hours within the Centre. Watch this space for further news and updates...