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(PETITION CLOSED: As of 04/11/2023 we have collected 1239 signatures – THANK YOU !)
Online Petition to Gloucester City Council
About the petition
Gloucester City Council are the riparian owners of Saintbridge Pond & Nature Reserve (2004 awarded Nature Reserve Status, and the largest volume of water in Gloucester City’s urban areas) and as such are responsible for its maintenance and upkeep of ecosystems there which plants and wildlife depend on.
Residents and Friends of Saintbridge Pond & Nature Reserve (FOSP) are compiling this petition to present to Gloucester City Council to fulfil their ownership duties by providing a maintenance / business plan for the perimeter vegetation and foliage and to reduce the amount of silt. This will address the loss of wildlife habitats and eradicate the invasive species such as Himalayan Balsam and the Giant Reed which crowd out native species and reduce wildlife habitat.
The level of silt affects water quality, it reduces the oxygen* increases the loss of tiny invertebrates and creates a foul smell in Summer while the high water levels in winter are a threat to local buildings and life and upsetting the biodiversity of the area.
The pond was last desilted back in 2009 (14 years ago). Gloucester City Council have a duty to their residents, to keep them safe and to return Saintbridge Pond back to its original state where residents (estimated 1000 foot-fall per day!) can enjoy their daily walk for their health & well-being. The pond is a lifeline for many people.
Please sign the petition, every signature counts.
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Your details will not be shared with any other party other than with Gloucester City Council for the purpose of verifying your identity in this petition. Data will be held securely for only as long as necessary and securely deleted thereafter. (FOSP – Data Protection Officer)
Photos from 2017 + 2023
