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The walking bus has got off to a fantastic
start on a Friday morning. All the children are thoroughly enjoying the
experience (even in the rain) and it is hoped that, if the scheme continues to
be popular, it may run on additional mornings. It has had a positive impact on
reducing the congestion during school drop-off on Fridays! The whole school took
part in a 5 mile round-trip sponsored walk to Arlington Reservoir for a picnic
raising funds for Macmillan and the school garden project. Class 3 were
recently joined by the Sussex College of Egyptology learning about Ancient
Egypt and were delighted to watch a
classmate being mummified!
Tracey Hunter, LEA Governor
THE
ARLINGTON PARISH PLAN
More about the development of the Arlington Parish
Plan is also available on the web or by
contacting Ray Collins collinsray@pencompass.com
Planning Applications received for comment at recent meetings;
WD/2007/1460/FR Olde Barn, Hempstead Lane. Erection of an enlarged garage.
WD/2007/1513/F St Bede’s School Upper Dicker. The provision of playing fields, comprising four multi functional
sports pitches.
WD/2007/1259/F High Barn, High Barn Road, Upper Dicker. Conversion of existing barn into two holiday lets and extension of existing living area.
WD/2007/3330/F Playcatts, Placketts Corner, Arlington. Retrospective application for change of use to class A3 ancillary to existing shop.
PLANNING DECISIONS
Approvals.
WD/07/0532/F CLOVER COTTAGE, CAMBERLOT ROAD, UPPER DICKER. Parking area for one car in front garden.
WD/2007/0913/F 2.CLIFTON FARM, CAMBERLOT ROAD UPPER DICKER. Single storey extension to existing buildings approved for B1 use to provide disabled WC and kitchenette.
WD/2007/0498/LB CHILVERSBRIDGE
HOUSE. Conversion of existing domestic storeage to home office.
KNOCKHATCH FARM COTTAGE. Certificate of proposed development for proposed games room
15.6 - Coldharbour Road, 2236hrs, ser.no.2058 - Report of vehicle in lay-by being set alight. 2 youths on bikes seen nearby. Police attended, 2 youths stopped. Vehicle subsequently confirmed as stolen from Seaford.
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22.6 - Upper Dicker Village Hall, 1029hrs, ser.no.532 - Report of break in overnight. Entry via kitchen window, also damage to fire door. Nothing missing. Is your vehicle roadworthy? out and check your vehicle to ensure it's roadworthy. Make sure your tyres are safe with the correct pressure and tread. Ensure you have enough windscreen
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APPOINTMENT OF PARISH COUNCIL CLERK As some of you will know, John Roberts is retiring in August and we are pleased to say that Mrs. Lin Baxter will be taking over the position. Lin is a qualified and experienced clerk and has worked at Pevensey and also Willingdon & Jevington, parish Councils. She brings experience and skills which will support the members of the Parish Council and benefit residents of the Parish. |
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The presentations to two retiring Councillors. From left to right Henry McCutchan, Cllrs John Turton Paula Ertl, and Robin Sadler Photo Helen Proctor |
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ARLINGTON CELEBRATES QUALITY COUNCIL STATUS
Over 50 parishioners attended a lunchtime ceremony at Arlington Village Hall on June 17th when a certificate was presented to Arlington Parish Council, marking its achievement of Quality Parish Council status.
Cllr. Bob Peters, vice chairman of the Sussex & Surrey Association of Local Councils presented the certificate, stating that Arlington Parish Council was one of only seven in Wealden District to have received the award.
Cllr John Turton, chairman of Arlington Parish Council thanked Parish clerk, John Roberts for preparing our submission.
Cllr Turton also thanked Henry McCutchan and Robin Sadler on their departure from the Parish Council for their valued work for the local community. Each was presented with a framed, historic map of Arlington Parish.
Over lunch, everyone was invited to vote for their least objectionable development on their doorstep in a “Planning game”. 43% voted for a pig farm!
Cllr Turton thanked the catering “staff”, especially Vice Chairman Cllr Paula Ertl for organising the buffet lunch.
A BIG THANK YOU…
… To Glynis Brook for sharing her expertise in ‘village-events-catering’ and to the Arlington Parish “Mum’s Army” of cooks, bakers and salad makers; flower arrangers and washer-uppers for their scrumptious contributions and cheerful efficiency at the Farewell Buffet Lunch on Sunday 7th June, which made it such a very happy day. Thank you all very much. Paula Ertl
The Parish Clerk:
John
Roberts,
42
Friston Avenue,
Eastbourne,
BN22 0EL
or
Tel & Fax : 01323 521067
E-mail arlingtonpc@freeuk.com
NEXT PARISH COUNCIL MEETING THURS. 12th. JULY AT 7.30 PM
IN UPPER DICKER VILLAGE HALL
DOGS ON THE
RECREATION
GROUND
Would residents exercising dogs on the Recreation round, kindly keep
them on a lead. Thank you
USE BY RESIDENTS
OF ST BEDE’S SPORTS FACILITIES
Residents of Upper Dicker are able to use some of St Bede’s school sports facilities outside of school hours; Gym, Squash;
tennis. Annual fees are paid in
September. For further information please contact Carolyn Hunt 01323 840264
(evenings)
PARISH COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 2007
The
June meeting was well attended by some twenty members of the public. District
Cllr. David White was also present and brought the meeting up to date regarding
the changes in relation to delegated powers authorizing Planning officers to
decide planning applications. A number of residents voiced complaints regarding
the current application to construct sports fields at St Bede’s, highlighting
the need to preserve the local landscape and not allow developments to damage
the setting and environment of village
life. Other business including the financial returns for 2006/2007 and confirming the appointment of the new
clerk. Minutes of recent meetings can
be viewed at www.arlington-parish-council.org.uk