Heacham Parish Council News - July
June Meetings in Brief
Chairman: Mr Roger Drinkwater was re-appointed Chairman of the Parish Council for a further year and Mr Martin Johnson was re-appointed Vice-Chairman.
Vodaphone: The Council agreed to permit a mast sharing agreement with Vodaphone and O2, however discussions would continue as to the level of rent.
Footpath at Lavender Junction: The Council noted that Highways would spray the weeds growing up through the footpath at the junction. The Council considered this to be unsatisfactory as the surface was fairly new.
Council Marquee: The tent had been used by Heacham Minors and at the Scarecrow Festival. It had also been booked for the Church concert.
Police Report: The Council noted the reported crimes for the previous month: 5 cases of Theft, 1 Assault, 1 Burglary non-dwelling and 5 cases of Criminal Damage.
Tescos: The Council noted that in response to growing complaints about the traffic and parking outside Tesco, the Clerk had asked the PCSO team to monitor especially at peak times. The Council agreed to discuss this issue in more detail at the next Council meeting.
Borough Council: Borough Cllr Smeaton reported that there would be a mini service review carried out with regards to Tourism. This would be published later this year.
Annual Financial Return 2009-2010: The Council approved the Annual Return. The Chairman thanked Mr Barge for carrying out the internal audit.
Twinning Sign: The Council agreed that a separate twinning sign be placed on one side of the A149 below the Heacham sign. It was hoped that it would be in place for the French visit in July.
Tour of Britain Cycle Race: The Council agreed that arrangements should be made to allow the children to cheer the cyclists as they came through Heacham on 16 September. The Clerk would check that the Borough Council were not already making plans and raise the issue with the schools.
Heacham In Bloom: Mrs Richardson reported that the judging of this year’s competition would take place on 12 July.
Saltings: The Council agreed to allow Mr Plumb access to shape the earth bund next to the caravan park. Mr Plumb intended to start work in the autumn and would submit a planting plan for prior approval.
Parish Library: The Council agreed that the Parish Library would continue at the former Barclays Bank building after the Borough Council lease had ended. The Council also approved that the administration of the Library would be done a by a special trust.
Norfolk Coast Partnership: The Council noted the partnership was to conduct a review of Parishes views were represented. The Parish Council would consider its response at the next meeting.
Former Age Concern Site: The Council noted with regret that the public telephone box had been removed and would not be replaced. The Council also noted that the litter bin would have to be removed once building work began.
HEACHAM BEACH PARTY - SATURDAY 3 JULY 5PM - 8 PM
Aloha! this year’s party will be held at Heacham South Beach on
Saturday 3 July 5.00pm-8.00pm.
The party will have a
Hawaiian theme. Party Passes will cost £2.50 to include BBQ, music,
drinks, and free activities; which include a sand castle
competition for children and entertainment. Sponsored by Jennings Shop and Hunstanton & District Ladies Circle. Children 12 or under must be accompanied by an adult.
HEACHAM CARNIVAL - SUNDAY 1 AUGUST
The annual Carnival Parade will take place on Sunday 1 August, starting off from the usual place in Marram Way at Noon. If you would like to enter the parade, entry forms are available from the Parish Council Office. An entry can be walking, on horseback, tractor, cycles, car or lorry, but please let us know so we can include you in the judging schedule. There will be trophies and cash prizes for winners in the various categories as well as the “Best in Parade” Trophy.
CATEGORIES INCLUDE:Best Individual
Best Family
Best Walking
Best Group/Organisation
Music will be provided by the King’s Lynn Community Samba Band and there will also be another chance to see the Banham Zoo Shirehorses with the Carnival King and Queen. The street collection this year will go to Heacham Scout Group, so please give generously.
Carnival Parade Route - Find the prime spot on the route and cheer the floats on.
This year’s Carnival King and Queen are Daniel Noakes and Paige Taylor. The King and Queen will lead the procession with the Banham Zoo Shirehorses. Live music will be provided by the King’s Lynn Community Samba Band. Float registration forms are now available. If you would like to put in a float but would like advice or need a vehicle, then please contact the Parish Council Office or download an application form.
CHILDREN'S SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Due to the reduction in the take up of activities offered over the past few years, this year’s programme will be much reduced. We are working in partnership with Eagle Sports Academy who will offer a number of 3 day multi-activity sessions throughout the Summer at Glebe House School. There will be still be all the popular activities which include Clay Pigeon Shooting, Beat the Bowler and Archery in our programme. New for this year will be a " Mad Science Workshop” and we will be staging a Carnival Mask workshop in the week running up to the Carnival Parade. Full programme details are available from the Parish Council Office, Parish Library, Heacham Online and will be distributed through the schools. Click to download programme.
WHERE CAN I GET TO
Demand Responsive Transport is an alternative to scheduled public transport that may help you. “Where can I get to” programme run by Norfolk County Council and the Rural Community Council provides information on alternative transport options in the area. You will be surprised at just how much is on offer and how flexible it can be, so why not try and see where you can get to today. www.wherecanigeto.org.uk Tel: 03448 008020
INTERVILLAGE GAMES
Martin Johnson, the Heacham Sports Co-ordinator extends a huge well done and thank you to all those that took part on Sunday 27 June. See next month’s Newsletter for all the results.
Next Meeting
Next Council meeting on Tuesday 20 July at 7.30pm in Parish Council office in Pound Lane.
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