Rachael visiting the Action Day in Weybridge

On Wednesday 29th October in Churchfield Rec. Ground there was an excellent opportunity for both young and old to try their luck on the activities provided by our Army Officers and Cadets. Lazar Clay Shoot, Riffle Range, Obstacle Course. Partners met to demonstrate what we have available in our borough, Police, Community Safety Officers. Fire & Rescue were a few of the participating organisations.

Rachael supporting more Elmbridge Cycle Routes

Sunday 26th October between 35 - 40 cyclists were ready to brave the wet weather to make people aware of the need for more cycle routes in Elmbridge. Their journey took them via Weybridge, Hersham and Walton. Surrey County Council are the authority that are responsible for this area.

Flying the Flag for Business

Elmbridge businesses are invited to attend a free conference being organised by Elmbridge Business Network on 28th November at the Oatlands Park Hotel which will focus on the 2012 Games. The conference will cover visitor opportunities, 2012 branding, construction, manufacturing, merchandising, retail and tourism. For info. contact the Community Planning & Partnerships Co-ord. 01372 474377. Closing date 14.11.08

Rachael attends 5th Anniversary of Elmbridge Healthy Walks Scheme

This morning (15/09) Rachael Lake attended the 5th anniversary celebration of the Elmbridge Healthy Walks Scheme. The programme aims to promote fitness within the local community and acts as a social network for like-minded people. Following the event Rachael said, "Healthy walks like this encourage fitness and for many acts as a valued social event. I whole heartedly support this group and hope to join them on one of their many outings in the future."

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Heritage Day 2008

National Heritage Day (13/9) at Walton Wharf was a great success. Walton Local Conservatives listened to residents last year when they asked for someone to add food and drinks to their stand. Rachael Lake along with fellow Walton Councillors responded by serving, tea, coffee, hot sausages and bacon rolls! The group made a donation to the Mayors Charity. Rachael, a trustee of the Charity of Robert Phillips who sponsored Heritage Day by funding the Band, is always very supportive to this Walton Event along with other councilors.

Rachael Shows Visitors around CCTV

Recently Rachael received a request from a local resident attending University to visit our Elmbridge CCTV Centre to assist him on his course. Making special arrangements Rachael was able to show both the student and Cllr Rowan Cole around the centre. Rachael said on the day "I am always pleased to assist; the CCTV Centre is a Secure Site and special permission was needed. I was very happy that Cllr Rowan Cole was able to join us on the day having joined the Council last May."

Walton Councillors Hold Monthly Surgeries

Conservative Councilors Surgeries moved to the Walton Library in June. Rachael commented on the new venue "The Walton Library as a venue for our Surgeries has proved extremely popular and I have attended all surgeries since then. The Surgeries are to listen to residents concerns, however to hear views about how Walton is developing is most helpful in my council work. We are there to listen and where possible act."

Rachael Working on Drug Awareness

"As the Portfolio Holder for Community Development, which covers Crime & Disorder, I was delighted to attend the Drugs Destroy Communities Road Show in Walton recently. This unit visits all main areas of Elmbridge. Drug use in Elmbridge, along with Alcohol, is a problem in minority groups and we need to be aware of this. Work in this area is well worth doing. I am a member of the Elmbridge Community Partnership and all partners feel strongly on this issue".