Cumberland Council is delighted to announce a comprehensive street cleaning programme aimed at helping to revitalise Cleator Moor.
The work will start on Monday 24 July, the project will target the removal of chewing gum and ingrained dirt from pavements and pedestrianised zones; enhancing the overall cleanliness and appeal of the area for residents and visitors alike.
The street cleaning initiative will begin at the large pedestrian area in front of the library, then work across to the Civic Hall and around the square and the surrounding pavements on Jacktrees Road, Cragg Road and Market Street before moving to the B5295 between the park at Montreal St and Quarry Rd.
Dedicated crews equipped with specialist jet washers and mechanical sweepers will diligently cover the designated areas.
To minimise disruption for the public and local businesses, the cleaning work will start during the normal working hours for the square and surrounding area, then after 4pm for the high street. The council anticipates that the cleaning programme will be completed within approximately eight days.
Cumberland Councillor Denise Rollo, Executive Member for Sustainable, Resilient and Connected Places expressed her enthusiasm for the street cleaning initiative, stating:
"We are pleased to continue this programme which we started in May in Workington. It aims to significantly improve the cleanliness of Cleator Moor. By diligently removing chewing gum and deep-seated dirt, we hope to create a more welcoming environment for our local community and visitors. We appreciate the patience and cooperation of the public and businesses during these works.
“Cumberland Council is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through sustainable development and community engagement and putting health and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. By implementing initiatives such as the street cleaning programme, the council strives to create a cleaner, safer, and more vibrant area for all.”
Given the nature of jet washing, precautions will be taken to minimise spray near shop fronts. The cleaning process will be conducted in sections, providing the opportunity for the team to inspect and address any concerns to ensure that the frontages remain clean and tidy before moving forward to the subsequent stretch.
If the public has any questions about the work, they are asked to please contact Cumberland Council’s customer contact centre during office hours at 0300 373 3730.