Underpass near former Groves School, Wrexham, spruced up

Becca Martin, 35, Corin Jarvis, 27, and Holly Hewitt, 34, all local county and community councillors for the Acton and Maesydre ward, shared a time-lapsed video of their litter pick on Monday, June 5. 

The underpass on Powell Road is due to be renovated, but requires a thorough tidy-up and clean beforehand.

They each pulled the weeds, trimmed the overhanging foilage, litter picked and generally swept through the area.

Becca said: "The underpass has been a work in progress since I was first elected in 2021. 

"We managed to get lighting re-installed after it being off since the [Groves] school closed in 2006 and sourced CCTV to deter anti-social behaviour. Next up is painting and freshening up."

Holly said: "I joined Becca on my first big project as a community councillor for the Maesydre ward after joining the council in February this year.

"The upkeep and care of the community as well as its residents is one of the reasons I wanted to join the community council. We have an amazing community in Acton and across Wrexham and I think it's important to feed and care for that."

The three councillors were joined by two local residents, Tim Hewitt and Koebe Matthews, who volunteered their services to their community. 

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Corin said: "The underpass has been a problematic area with antisocial behaviour, litter and hazardous items being left there. 

"It is so important that people stand up and role model behaviours that keep our community safe and tidy."

Volunteers will be arranging future dates to put on a fresh coat of paint. All are welcome (and encouraged) to come along to help.