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Permalink Reply by Alia F on April 21, 2015 at 19:30

I agree, I really like seeing the posters for local events up as it brings a real community feel to the area. As long as people are responsible about taking down old notices, then I don't see the problem. 

Permalink Reply by jayne harvey on April 21, 2015 at 22:46

one-off events are not the problem. it's people that advertise their business and leave the posters up for months/years that cause the problem.

Permalink Reply by Nicole James on April 27, 2015 at 22:12

I think that is the distinction - small flyers for hyper local classes such as yoga, salsa, drawing or for community events make me feel as though I live in a vibrant and friendly local community. Maybe we could have notice boards in those places (eg outside the tin tabernacle) that act as de facto posting places too. I think our efforts should be focussed on stopping the litter on the ground rather than being too exorcised about this.

Permalink Reply by jayne harvey on April 27, 2015 at 22:33

If only flyposting could be "exorcised".

Permalink Reply by Caroline Simpson on April 25, 2015 at 10:00

OK, it is clear that more notice boards are required, ones that people can just pin notices on.  The practical question is where should they go and who is going to contact the right people to get permissions, and then get the job done?

The wall on the right as you go up to Bowes Park Station is a possible.  The Nursery?  The Rail company?  The council?  Someone could hands up to sort this one out.

Ditto the railings on the left as you go up.  Council or Rail - probably Council.  Someone could hands up to sort this one out.

A largish one on the Myddleton Rd Garden railings?  BPCA.   Someone could hands up to sort this one out.

And in many areas ordinary householders who have fences have designated a portion of them as noticeboards.  Do you have a fence?  Has your neighbour?  That is just a matter of contacting the owners where you see it might be possible... and asking.  Needs to be kept current and tidy , but that is another matter further down the line.

And once you have the site and permission... how to make it?  There is masses of scrap timber every day being thrown away in the area.  Maybe the wood yard in Myddleton Rd would donate some timber.  Then there are lots of people locally with the skills and tools who could make one.    It should not cost much, if anything.

But it does need a person, or people, to take it on as a task and follow it through.

Instead of spending time arguing and posting stuff on websites etc, someone could take one on as a task and follow it through. But just so you know, my hand wont be going up as I have done two already and wont be volunteering this time.

Permalink Reply by John Mellor on April 25, 2015 at 12:32

I think these are very sensible and constructive suggestions and something that those people who want to advertise their businesses could contribute for the benefit of us all.

One additional idea - might I suggest that if people do feel the need to advertise on lampposts etc they should design their posters with a "best before date" and invite readers to take down outdated posters after that date. This would reduce overall numbers, keep clutter to a minimum, highlight relevant information, and demonstrate a responsible commitment by the flyposter businesses.

Permalink Reply by Caroline Simpson on May 24, 2015 at 19:58

There is now a new Community Notice board on the fence at the Myddleton Rd Gardens.

It will take 8 A4s.

NO pins - blutack or sticky tape only.

Take your poster down when the event has happened please.

Let's hope people don't tear it down!!

Caroline

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Permalink Reply by Matthew Kitching on May 25, 2015 at 20:35

What a wonderful, simple and effective solution. Thank you.

Permalink Reply by gabriela Schutz on April 28, 2015 at 0:10

Thanks very much everyone, its good to hear what everyone thinks. I contacted all ready Enfield council, and so far they did not see how they can help..., but I am speaking to more people. In the meantime we promise to do our best to remove any old or tatty posters.

Permalink Reply by Shona Rose on May 1, 2015 at 23:34

OK, I have contacted the Samaritains who own the tin tabernacle at the bottom of Bowes Park bridge, and they are happy for a community noticeboard to be attached to their railings (at least until such time as they get the funds to redevelop the site) ... so the next step is for someone to volunteer to make a board.

Permalink Reply by jayne harvey on May 2, 2015 at 12:22

I am sure the local painting/yoga/salsa/pilates businesses will be happy to spare some money from their advertising budgets.

Permalink Reply by Alia F on May 3, 2015 at 19:29

I am really pleased as someone who has newly moved to the area to see that so many people are offering constructive solutions to the few people in the area who see this issue as a problem. It would be great if those who find this upsetting work with the businesses who are seeking to make amends by pursuing the notice board option to make this outcome a positive one for everyone.

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