Instead, the Surgery will be open on the morning of the 20th from 10.00am until 1:00pm.
Dr S K Das & Associates
56 Oak Lane, Upchurch ME9 7AU
Tel: 01634 231423
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Thursday, 13 September 2018
Changes to Upchurch Doctors Surgery Times on 20th September
Upchurch Parish Council Report - September 2018
Report of the Parish Council September 2018
Cllr Tyrone Ripley (Chairman), Cllr John Arnold (Vice Chairman), Cllr Pam Denny, Cllr Alan Horton, Cllr Gerry Lewin, Cllr Peter Masson, Cllr Janet Marshall, Cllr Gary Rosewell and Cllr Neil Sheppard. Clerk Mrs Wendy Licence
Planning Applications
i. Ref: 18/503348/FULL
Address: Mill Farm Otterham Quay Lane Upchurch Sittingbourne Kent ME8 7XA
Proposal: Erection of a detached outbuilding to provide garages with storage facilities. (Part retrospective)
Councillors considered the application and were concerned the construction materials were not in keeping with the surrounding houses, especially that it would overshadow Mill House which is an 18thcentury building with Kent peg tiles; the building is obtrusive as is it will be on the highest point of the land; it is excessive for a garage to have so much storage space and to be so tall; the upstairs has a doorway but there is no internal staircase leading to the door; the plans do not show the other buildings; concern was raised about the visual impact of the proposal; there is not enough detail in the documents. Councillors agreed unanimouslyto object to the application.
ii. Ref: 18/503381/FULL
Address: Kaynes Farm Breach Lane Lower Halstow Kent ME9 7PA
Proposal: Retrospective application for stationing of a mobile home
Councillors considered the application and were concerned that the conditions on the land were not being adhered to as the existing usage does not correspond with the planning statement. Clarification will be sought from the Planning Officer.
Battle’s Over Commemorations
The beacon will be installed at the Recreation Ground on a four metre high oak post with a steel basket on the top. There will be an arm on one side of the post which will have a shield on it, one side depicting the trenches and the other with soldiers at ease in respect of their fallen comrades. A memorial bench has been purchased to complement the beacon. It has been suggested that Oak Lane be closed to traffic, from Bishop Lane to the surgery, to prevent drivers being distracted during the Beacons of Light event on Remembrance Day, this will also mean there will be hard standing for residents should the Recreation Ground be too wet. On 11th November at 6:55pm Cllr Lewin will read out the names of the fallen; the Last Post will be played by a bugler; the beacon will be lit at 7:00pm; and the church bells will be Ringing for Peace at 7:05pm.
Church Clock
Further donations have been received towards the upgrading of the Church Clock. £322.00 has been received from the annual strawberry tea by 1st Upchurch Brownies as an act of remembrance; £125.00 has been received from Oak and Cambria classes at Holywell School, following their fundraising in the school playground, as an act of remembrance; and £80.00 has been donated by a resident celebrating his special birthday, as an act of remembrance. The JustGiving page stands at £1133 and will remain open until after Remembrance Day. The community has responded superbly to the call for donations of remembrance.
Donations from groups and individuals can be made by cheque payable to “Upchurch Parish Council” and sent to the Clerk at 14 Trapfield Close, Bearsted ME14 4HT or via the Crowdfunding page: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/the-modernisation-of-the-church-clock-at-saint-mary-the-virgin-upchurch
The clock will be serviced to ensure it is running well for Remembrance Day, there has been four months of continual running.
The Paddock
The Parish Council has been successful in its bid for lottery funding and has been awarded £9805.00. Councillors are liaising with the company regarding the installation.
A new litter bin has been ordered for The Paddock.
Street Lighting
The Council is considering upgrading the lights to LEDs which will be more efficient and more economical to run. The Council is applying to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government for permission to take an interest free loan to upgrade the lights.
Highways
The 20’s Plenty campaign in Swale supports 20mph to become the default speed limit on residential and urban streets. The Parish Council is keen to hear the views of residents as to whether this is something they would like for Upchurch.
Date of next meetings:
Full Council - Thursday 4th October 2018 at 7:30pm in Upchurch Village Hall
The Planning Committee and General Purposes Committee - Wednesday 17th October at 7:30pm in the Committee Room of the Village Hall.
All residents are welcome to attend the meetings and there is a time for members of the public to comment, raise concerns or ask questions.
Wendy Licence - Clerk to the Parish Council
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Special Equine Crime Prevention Event and Open Day at Snaffles Equestrian Upchurch
Pop in for a chat with FREE tea, coffee, cold drinks and cakes
10% off throughout the store (excluding feed and bedding)
Kent Horse Watch will be security marking saddles (small fee applies)
Stable/field security signs and Kent Horse Watch trailer logo packs also available
Your local Kent Police Equine Officer and Rural Liaison Officers will be here
We look forward to seeing you...
Nick and Jo
We look forward to seeing you...
Nick and Jo
Snaffles Equestrian Upchurch
Tel: 01634 230761
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Sunday, 9 September 2018
Rivers Restaurant New Years Eve Party Night with Indigo Stone at Upchurch River Valley Golf Course
Telephone: 01634 360626
Website: www.rivervalleygolf.co.uk
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Poolside Bar & Courtyard New Years Eve Party Night with 2CHÉ at Upchurch River Valley Golf Course
Telephone: 01634 360626
Website: www.rivervalleygolf.co.uk
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Saturday, 8 September 2018
KCC Consultation into Charging for Non-Household Waste - Have Your Say
The Proposal
Kent County Council is seeking the views of service users, members of the public and other interested parties through a consultation on their proposal to begin charging for non-household waste at their Household Waste and Recycling Centres (HWRC) - more commonly known as the 'Tip'. Even if they come from a domestic property, these materials are to be treated as non-household waste in accordance with the Controlled Waste Regulations 2012.
The consultation opened on Thursday 6th September and runs until Thursday 1st November, after which a response should be published. The final decision about changes to the service will be made by Cllr Mike Whiting, KCC Cabinet Member for Planning, Highways, Transport and Waste, late 2018/early 2019 and the report published online at: www.kent.gov.uk/wasteconsultation
KCC say approximately 3.5 million visits are made to their 18 Recycling Centres across the County every year, that equates to 185,000 tonnes of waste at a cost of approximately £10 million to the taxpayer. They say, more than 99% of Kent’s household waste is now recycled, treated or recovered to produce energy, with less than 1% sent to landfill.
Currently, KCC is not obligated to accept non-household waste, such as soil, rubble, hardcore and plasterboard. KCC already charges for car and motorbike tyres which are also categorised as non-household waste. In order to continue to provide a disposal service for these materials in the future, KCC is proposing to extend the non-household waste charging policy to include:
Soil, Rubble and HardcoreCurrently, KCC is not obligated to accept non-household waste, such as soil, rubble, hardcore and plasterboard. KCC already charges for car and motorbike tyres which are also categorised as non-household waste. In order to continue to provide a disposal service for these materials in the future, KCC is proposing to extend the non-household waste charging policy to include:
This also includes other materials such as ceramics which are recycled in the soil, rubble and hardcore container.
A daily limit on soil, rubble and hardcore, in-line with current restrictions will apply - a maximum of 5 bags/items (a bag can be up to the size of a standard black sack). The policy to limit these materials was introduced in 2012 to prevent trade waste abuse.
Plasterboard
KCC is open minded to charging a modest fee. The disposal charge would be in line with neighbouring Councils that already charge for these materials and will off-set the cost of providing and maintaining this valuable service.
• Plasterboard £6 per bag
Summary of a statement from Cllr Mike Whiting, KCC Cabinet Member for Planning, Highways, Transport and Waste:
“We need to reduce our annual waste and recycling budget further, while providing residents with an accessible HWRC service. KCC is looking at ways to make the system more efficient to allow it to continue to offer the best possible service.
A daily limit on soil, rubble and hardcore, in-line with current restrictions will apply - a maximum of 5 bags/items (a bag can be up to the size of a standard black sack). The policy to limit these materials was introduced in 2012 to prevent trade waste abuse.
Plasterboard
KCC is open minded to charging a modest fee. The disposal charge would be in line with neighbouring Councils that already charge for these materials and will off-set the cost of providing and maintaining this valuable service.
The anticipated costs would be:
• Soil, rubble and hardcore £4 per bag• Plasterboard £6 per bag
Summary of a statement from Cllr Mike Whiting, KCC Cabinet Member for Planning, Highways, Transport and Waste:
“We need to reduce our annual waste and recycling budget further, while providing residents with an accessible HWRC service. KCC is looking at ways to make the system more efficient to allow it to continue to offer the best possible service.
KCC has no statutory requirement to accept non-household waste, however, we appreciate from time to time residents may need to dispose of these materials.
KCC would like to continue to offer a service and proposes a modest charge to off-set the cost. Before any decisions are made, we would like to hear your views.
There are several factors that place pressure on the HWRC service, including the use of facilities by non-Kent residents.
Many councils already charge for non-household waste. Some of these are Kent’s neighbouring authorities such as Surrey and Bromley. East Sussex County Council has also recently taken the decision to charge for non-household waste and to close several of its HWRCs close to the Kent border from late 2018.
Evidence has found that many people come to Kent to dispose of their waste as it costs nothing.
There is no significant evidence to link policies, such as charging for non-household waste at HWRCs, with increased fly-tipping.
Kent’s population is set to increase by approximately 400,000 in just over a decade, putting further pressure on the HWRC service.”
Have Your Say
Kent’s population is set to increase by approximately 400,000 in just over a decade, putting further pressure on the HWRC service.”
Have Your Say
Your views on this proposal will help KCC to consider options and inform any decision.
It is recommended you read the consultation document first at the link here >> http://bit.ly/2NYIiuC
You can complete the online questionnaire at the link here >> www.kent.gov.uk/wasteconsultation
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