Efforts to smarten up Island towns by the Isle of Wight Council is gathering pace with work in Ventnor nearing completion.

There have been positive comments from the Ventnor Parish Council and local residents about the impact the work carried out in Ventnor has had on the town.

In Ventnor, work has included the replacement of litter bins and some sections of old railings, as well as the painting of bollards, lamp posts and signs. White and yellow lines are being renewed throughout the town, selected public toilets are being redecorated, sign posts are being renewed and cleaned and seafront shelters are being repaired and re-painted.

Cllr Susan Scoccia Mayor of Ventnor and member of Ventnor Parish Council said:

“The Town Council and many residents have remarked how public realm works have improved the town, and many visitors have mentioned how much better Ventnor is looking.  These improvements greatly assist in creating a positive feel to the town.”

The street scene improvement programme, which is set to spread to more Island towns soon, includes a number of maintenance schemes designed to brighten up Island street scenes, making them more pleasant for residents and tourists.

Cllr Hunter-Henderson, Isle of Wight Council cabinet member for environment and transport said:

“Residents and visitors to Ventnor can now enjoy a more attractive street scene thanks to this programme of work, which will create a more pleasant environment.
 
”While the council is spending millions of pounds on larger projects such as road maintenance schemes and Eco-loos, we also have to ensure that we pay due attention to the smaller details such as keeping our existing street furniture and signage well maintained.”