Even though the concerns of the local residents, most of whom are elderly, have been made known quite clearly over the past weeks and months, the decision to go ahead with the plans was pushed through because the committee had been 'advised' to vote for it.

That, to me, does not seem very democratic.

On the evening of the meeting about 40 local people went to the meeting because we all feel very strongly that the peace and quiet of Daneholme Avenue will shortly be turned into mayhem. I understand that a suggestion had been made to relocate the band hall near to the fire station but it was considered to be 'too near to houses'.

When the band hall is built it will not be the music which will be a problem, so much as the loud voices of the people leaving the hall and the banging of car doors and the headlights shining on bedroom curtains. (Most of us sleep in a front bedroom, which is the main one in these bungalows.)

It seems likely, if the hall is leased to others, the disturbance will be unbearable for local residents, to say nothing of the parked cars on the road.

I for one, have to reverse into my drive because of the layout of the garage, so I can well imagine that it is going to be extremely difficult if I come home while the hall is in use to find a car parked opposite my drive. I have come to the conclusion that the powers that be in Daventry will do what they want, regardless of the danger or inconvenience to others.

Most people wanted the outdoor pool to be preserved, where swimming was supervised, but the council opted for a canal. This too was 'pushed through' even though it would seem that most people are against it.

It seems quite obvious the people who make these decisions care very little about the safety of children – they are oblivious to the danger of cars or water; nor do they care about preserving some peace and quiet for older people who have worked all their lives and are perhaps beginning to struggle with the affects of ageing.

I wonder what will be the next bright idea which they will come up with, and 'push through', regardless of the ratepayers' opinions.

Mrs J Vickers
Daneholme Avenue
Daventry