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Road Closure - Breach Lane

Breach Lane will be closed from Home Farm to the bend near the Parish Car Park for 3 days from 07:00 on Wednesday 23rd July until Friday 25th.

This from: http://roadworks.org

Description: road closure required

High impact: delays likely

Traffic lights etc: road closure.

Works are required to make good the edge of the carriageway. Remove vegetation and put in marker posts. 1 15m x 1m x 0.5m.

Fill eroded edge of carriageway (coned off) with planings and compact.

Patch carriageway 15m x 1m x 100mm to bring up the level on the bend.

Clear permit status: granted

Works ref: GE4000ENT000000046420139

Data source: Kent County Council

Upchurch Matters

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PFHS Summer Fayre - A Thank You

Thank you to all who came to our Summer Fayre on Sunday 6^th July to support the children and have some fun.

The Fayre this year was opened by Josh Hare of Gillingham FC with guest appearances from AJ’s Academy of Dance and Drama and Medway Schools’ Wind Band.

Despite the rain we raised over £2,000 for the children of Holywell Primary School, which is a fantastic result.

Regards

Clare Evans

With thanks to Kim Taylor for the photos
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Upchurch Parish Council Report - August 2014

The Parish Council met on Thursday 5^th July at the Village Hall where 5 Councillors were present and 8 members of the public.

Public Time – Upchurch Active Retirement Association (UpARA) – The secretary asked the Council if they had any land available in the Parish that they could use to build a Petanque Court. The Council will consider this. Beckenham Park Residents Association –The resident commented that Otterham Quay Lane was becoming unsightly and dangerous. The Clerk will log a request with Swale BC to litter pick this area and also inform Highways that cuttings from conifers had been left on the pavement. Village Fete – A resident commented that this was a fantastic day and would like to thank those who organised it. Cllr Tucker explained that a small committee had organised the event, some of which were members of the Parish Council. It was agreed that the day was very enjoyable and as good as the fetes that were held years ago.

Correspondence – Air ambulance – A request for a grant of £250 to support their lifesaving work in the community was considered by members. It was decided not to support this. St Johns College Cambridge – The Clerk reported that a new Property Managing Agent had been appointed to act on the Diocese behalf. The new agent is Savills based in Bishops Stortford replacing George Webb Finn.

Planning - Public Access/e-consultation portal – It was noted that planning applications could be accessed via: http://pa.midkent.gov.uk/online-applications

Permissions and refusals – SW/14/0267 Horsham Lane Garage– Cllr Tucker reported that this planning application had been approved with many pre-development conditions. An update received from Cllr Lewin explained that he had substituted, sat, spoke and voted in favour at the Committee meeting at Swale which approved this application. Officers reported, prior to the decision being made, that KCC Highways had commented that the development satisfied the KCC parking standards in-site and that the path along part of the frontage of the development should be widened.

Other planning matters – Horsham Car Sales – Cllr Lewin had advised that Officers at Swale BC were currently pursuing three matters, the signage, the storage of cars at the front of the site and the use of articulated car transporters to take and bring cars to the site. Gypsy & Travellers Allocations consultation – Cllr Lewin had explained that the responses to this consultation earlier in the year were being considered at a Local Development Framework Panel Committee. He thanked the Council for responding to the consultation and much of the responses had been taken into account in policy recommendations.

Finance – Budget report – The Clerk reported that meeting expenses would be higher than amount budgeted for as the cost to hire the Village Hall was £7 more for each meeting. The Photocopier had been returned to Konica Minolta.

Administration - Centenary Birthday Card – It was reported that a resident would be 100 years old on 16^th July 2014. It was agreed that the Parish Council would send her a birthday card. Village Cleaner - It was explained that The Paddock was being litter picked and bins emptied on a regular basis by Cllr Rose, Cllr Tucker and Cllr Lewin. The Recreation Ground was being looked after by Cllr Denny and Cllr Tucker. Cllr Arnold had consulted Highways about the possibility of a Village Caretaking scheme but it would be several months before this scheme was up and running. Therefore, it was agreed to advertise for a short term temporary Village Caretaker. This would be a self-employed role to cover the summer months. A maximum of 3 hours per week, would be offered, at a cost of around £15-£20 per week. A closing date of 16^th July 2014 would allow the GPC to consider any applications received.

Allotments and Recreation Ground – Vacant plots at Allotments – The Clerk reported that one full plot remained vacant but there were several names on the waiting list. Therefore it was hoped to reallocate this plot shortly. Recreation Ground gate – It was reported that Cllr Masson had readjusted the gate and members thanked him for his efforts.

Paddock – Draft plans submitted by residents – A copy of this report had been circulated. It was commented that the plans for The Paddock Project had been presented very well and a working group was now needed to follow this up. Village Fete – Cllr Tucker commented that it was an excellent day and thanked all those who were involved in making it a success. All agreed. She explained that the committee who organised the fete would evaluate the day and have arranged for a survey to be carried out via Upchurch Matters. It was hoped to find out what went well, what things people enjoyed or what they would like to see at the next fete etc. It was reported that the stall holders raised a lot of money for their village organisation or group and it was hoped to repeat this event again.

Burial Ground and Churchyard – Review the fee renewal of memorial plaque – The Clerk reported that the renewal fee at present was £10 for a period of ten years. This was considerably lower than other cemeteries, for example, Maidstone Borough Council charged £44.50 for one year’s dedication. It was therefore agreed to increase the renewal fee to £75 for a period of ten years. Adopt a grave – It was explained that several residents had chosen a grave to adopt and overgrown vegetation had already been cleared from some graves in the Churchyard and middle Burial Ground. However, an issue had arisen with the disposal of the vegetation that had been cleared from the graves. It was hoped that a solution to this issue could be found.

Environment – Best Kept Garden Competition 2014 – Members were reminded that judging would take place on or around 21^st July. Flats located in Forge Lane – Cllr New raised concerns regarding the state of the car park and grass verges. The Clerk will contact the owner of the flats to request this area is tidied up.

Highways - Speed watch – It was reported that this would be taking place during the month of July at various locations in the village. PCSO Cork is planning to attend a session. Street light in Marstan Close – It was reported that Highways were planning to charge the Council £220 for costs incurred from making this light safe. Cllr Baldock indicated that he would follow this up with Highways on the Council’s behalf. Parking problems at village centre – Members were advised that the Council had forwarded contact details for Maidstone Borough Council to the Co-Op Risk Manager in order for them to apply for a loading bay. Canterbury Lane – It was explained that Cllr Lewin had reported that fly tipping had taken place on the evening of Monday 30^th June in the stretch from Seymour Road to Otterham Quay Lane. Swale BC Enforcement Officers viewed the fly tipping for evidence to see if a prosecution could be made, but they found none and there were no witnesses. The material required the road to be closed to traffic and it was now for KCC to clear the highway. The report reference was 17336204.

Matters arising - Barbara Webb Memorial – A ceremony will be held on Friday 8^th August 2014 at 10.30am in the Village Hall grounds to commemorate the 50^th anniversary of the death of Barbara Webb, Upchurch Carnival Queen 1964 who died 8^th August while carrying out her duties. During the ceremony, a Rowan Tree will be planted and it is hoped as many of Barbara’s family and friends can attend.

Next meetings – 4^th September and 2^nd October. Please note that the meetings are held at Upchurch Village Hall and start at 7:30pm.

Claire Attaway, Parish Clerk, 33 Church Farm Road.

Tel: 01634 363906 (Mon - Thurs 9am to midday)

Email: clerk@upchurchpc.kentparishes.gov.uk

Website: www.upchurchpc.kentparishes.gov.uk

Entertainment at the Three Sisters

Friday 18th July LISA MILLS

Back by popular demand one of the top singers in Essex. Fantastic voice and personality singing all the popular songs and hits from the seventies to the present day. If you want a good night out and a dance, come and join us. You will be impressed.

Friday 25th July 2 BRO

One of the liveliest acts we have ever had. One GREAT singer and one Saxophone make this duet worth a date in your diary. Reggae and Motown at its best. A great night not to be missed.

Friday 1st August KARAOKE and DISCO

with our popular LUKE

If you fancy a sing song and a dance, come and join the fun.

Website: www.threesistersrainham.com

Sally and George

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Upchurch Guides - Strawberry Tea

Upchurch Guides would like to say a big thank you to everyone who came to our Strawberry Tea and bought raffle tickets.

We raised an incredible £501 and a cheque is already winging its way to Breast Cancer Care.

We hope you enjoyed your Strawberry Tea, see you next year.
Many thanks again.

The Winners of the Raffle are:

Ticket No 285 - Irene Murphy
Ticket No 414 - Beryl Diffy
Ticket No 782 - Alan Auper
Ticket No 606 - Vivianne Hawkey

All Winners will be contacted - We don't have a telephone number for Irene Murphy so can you please contact Abigail Conway or Tracey Snellings.

Tigger x

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