One woman's mistake is another's opportunity! The film stars Judi
Dench, Cate Blanchett and Tom Georgeson.
News & Views
An article in this week's Littlehampton Gazette draws attention to the fact that residents on Bramley Green are being charged for drainage through the sewer system even through surface drainage goes into a soakaway at the south of the development which belongs to Angmering Parish Council. Some residents have been enfuriated that Southern Water will only amend bills and arrange refunds if claims are made individually even though Southern Water are aware that the surface drainage for the whole estate of 600+ houses goes into a soakaway. Bramley Green residents are being overcharged at approx £22 per year if they have not challenged Southern Water. Southern Water declined to provide an answer to the number of households paying the charge needlessly. The newspaper article cites a discussion topic on Angmering Village Life's Forums which can be viewed at http://www.angmeringvillage.co.uk/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=551. The Littlehampton Gazette article also carries a picture of drainage outlet into the area known by local residents as the "Noddy Pond".
Honey Lane - Councillor Norman Hadley and Councillor Paul Bicknell held a meeting with residents of Honey Lane and a representative of the allotment association. It was agreed that quotes would be obtained from various contractors. A meeting took place with Mr Raymond, Honey Lane resident, his brother-in-law, a road engineer, and Councillor Hadley. A recommended road surface specification is awaited. Mr Lovejoy another resident said in the short term he would repair the surface at the residents end. Councillor Norman Hadley said he had talked to and will arrange meetings with three contractors. The main concern is to provide a safe pathway.
Parking in The Square - Councillor Norman Hadley had drafted a letter which he circulated to the committee, asking local traders to ask their staff not park in the unrestricted parking bays, to free them up for short term shoppers. The Committee agreed unanimously.
Pinch Points - The committee noted the email from Mr Peter Henry of WSCC detailing the repairs to the pinch points. It was felt that not a lot more could be done at this stage but the committee would monitor future accidents.
20mph Speed Zone - Councillor Norman Hadley put forward Councillor Paul Bicknell’s suggestions for extending the 20mph speed limit. Councillor Nigel Nunn said he would like to see most of Angmering subject to a 20mph speed limit. The committee then discussed extending the 20mph speed zone in the village. The office will contact West Sussex County Council to find out what the criteria is for extending any zones. Councillor Norman Hadley circulated a traffic calming report that he had downloaded from the Internet. Councillors Turner and Nunn will read this and discuss at the next meeting.
Street Lighting - Cumberland Road - Councillor Norman Hadley reported to the committee that although we had asked West Sussex County Council to put this column on hold until we had decided the best option, it had been installed on 18th April. It would appear the instruction had not been given to their contractors. The Lighting Superintendent is on holiday until 6th May, we will discuss with him then. No power has been connected yet. Palmer Road - Councillor Norman Hadley reported that this column had been installed on 18th April 2008.
Dog Bins/Litter Bins - The Senior Assistant Clerk reported that the new bins had been installed in Ecclesden Lane and Bewley Road. The old bin from Bewley Road has been moved to the Woodman Arms.
Post Box (High Street) - The Committee discussed the three quotations that had been received for the installation of the Post Box in the High Street. The committee felt that some clarification was needed on the quote from B & M builders as it appeared that they were quoting for supplying some material that would be supplied by the Parish Council. Once this is done the Committee agreed that Councillor Norman Hadley could select the best option up to a total cost of £1700.
Street Furniture - The Committee agreed to note and report to the office any surplus posts etc. that need to be removed. Councillor Norman Hadley said that we had been informed by West Sussex County Council that the ‘Rights of Way’ department do not allow signs to be put up indicating Cemeteries, the Senior Assistant Clerk will clarify and report back at the next meeting. Councillor Nigel Nunn said he though a sign was needed for the Palmer Road Recreation Ground. Councillor Norman Hadley to see if a suitable post is already available for such a sign.
The full minutes of the meeting can be read by clicking here.
The community film this coming Saturday (10 May) is "NOTES ON A
SCANDAL" .
One woman's mistake is another's opportunity! The film stars Judi
Dench, Cate Blanchett and Tom Georgeson.
The film starts at 7.00pm (doors open 6.45pm) at the Village Hall. Tickets (£5) are available in advance from Woodies News or Angmering Framing & Stitches, or at the door. As usual, refreshments are available at very reasonable prices.
Angmering Electrical Ltd opened its shop in The Square this morning. The premises, previously Lloyds Pharmacy, had been empty since April 2006 when Lloyds moved to the Angmering Medical Centre site.
The new shop sells a good selection of ceiling lights, free standing lamps, table lamps, and some garden lighting. Additionally, quality electrical fittings are available plus light bulbs and batteries. The shop is open from 9.00am to 5.00pm from Mondays to Saturdays. Their phone number is (01903) 787580.
Further, arrangements can be made for electrical work to be undertaken through their associate Angmering-based company, Comtel Services Ltd.
The winner of the Angmering Community Centre Management Committee £25.00 Prize for helping with the Questionnaire was Stephanie Rossiter of Bramley Way. The Community Centre Management Committee wish to thank all those who participated in the survey which they believe has proved very useful in their planning process.
Chairman's Report - The open spaces in Bramley Green have now been transferred to the Parish Council and the commuted sums for maintenance have been received. An additional £15000.00 has been paid by the Consortium to enable the Parish Council to complete certain works. Then Skate park will be completed by the summer holidays with Gravity starting the main construction work in May. The Chairman is looking at plans for a BMX track and will report back.
Community Centre - The Chairman advised Councillors that there was an urgent need to discuss an issue relating to the Community Centre. The agenda item for the Community Centre would be moved to the end of the meeting and by nature of its confidentiality the press and public would be excluded from the meeting while it was being discussed. The information contained in the report is of a confidential or exempt nature and is not to be released to anyone outside of the Parish Council by virtue of paragraph 3 of Part 1 of Schedule 12a Local Government Act 1972 as amended.
No Cold Calling - PCSO Oakley will be making a “No Cold Calling” presentation to the next Council meeting. The Chairman was of the opinion that this should encompass the whole village. Councillor Paul Hankinson said that this would need careful defining so that charity collectors for instance were not penalised.
Parking in The Square - Councillor Pat Turner asked if a letter could be sent to all Traders asking that their staff do not park in the Square. Councillor Hadley will review the position in view of the fact that the Council has taken this action before. Council staff will be asked to set an example and not park in the Square.
Bag Alarms - Councillor Mark Edwards asked that the proposed Crime Reduction measures (bag alarms) be reconsidered. Councillor Pat Turner had consulted with customers in her shop and many said that yes they liked the idea and would be prepared to buy extra alarms. Proposed Councillor Edwards, seconded by Councillors Mountain and agreed by 6 votes for with 1 vote against that £300.00 be made available to purchase up to 100 units of alarms and chains. PCSO Oakley will be arranging to have the mobile Police Station positioned in the Square to distribute the alarms to Angmering residents.
Devolution of Services - All transfers have taken place and the commuted sums for the maintenance of the Bramley Green public open spaces have been received. The amount of £654857.05 has been paid to cover the maintenance costs for 16 years minimum. An additional sum of £15000.00 has been paid for work to be undertaken by the Parish Council.
Skatepark - Gravity Engineering expect to have their main contractors on site on 19th May 2008 but will be undertaking some site works in April. Our solicitor has e-mailed details of the land transfers to the Bog (sic) Lottery Fund.
Safer Routes to Schools - Councillor Steven Mountain said that West Sussex County Council have been requested to build a footway from the southern end of South Drive along the northern side of the A259 to Esporta.
The full minutes of the meeting can be read by clicking here.
A/47/08 - Proposed new store between garage & house plus two dormer windows to rear (one replacing an existing velux window) at Lynwood, Ham Manor Close. For: Mr & Mrs Nysingh.
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 22 May 2008
The Children and Family Centre opens at Angmering Library today (Monday 28 April). As reported in our article dated 31 August last year, the Centre will aim to provide early education, family support and outreach to parents, parental involvement, support for parents wishing to consider training and employment, and family health services for families with children under 5.
As a result of this new facility, the Library will now be open six days a week (previously it had been closed all day on Wednesdays and Fridays), and it will also be open longer on weekdays. The new opening hours (excluding public holiday weekends) are:
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| Saturday | 10am to 1pm, 2pm to 5pm | |
| Sunday | Closed |
As many people are aware, the re-ordering of St Margaret's is progressing rapidly with the foundation work completed for both the new office and the new entrance building, the latter whose walls are already rising.
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At a short dedication service and foundation stone laying ceremony at the church this morning, the Suffragan Bishop of Horsham, The Right Reverend Lindsay Urwin, laid the stone in the southern wall of the new entrance commemorating the 2008 building work. Prayers were led by the Rector, the Revd. Mark Standen with Churchwarden's June Hawke and Richard Hance providing further prayers and a bible reading respectively. Prayers were also said by the Bishop prior to giving an address to those present before laying the stone. The project's architect attended the ceremony along with representatives of the builders, Farnrise, a diocesan representative, and the patron of St Margaret's Church, Mr Fitzroy Somerset. Some 30 villagers also attended the ceremony, many of those being members of the Church Family.
Angmering Parish Council has delivered the following Notice to all the houses adjacent to the proposed Community Centre site at Bramley Green to keep owners updated, and has asked that we include the information on this website:
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| Plans will also be able to be viewed on line at www.arun.gov.uk. We will continue to let you know how this project progresses in the coming months |
A/48/08 - To include takeaway use (A5) at the restaurant - Santa Maria Restaurant, The Square, Arundel Road. For: Mrs T Edwards.
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 15 May 2008
The walk from Angmering to Arundel organised by the Angmering Community Association on Saturday 12 April raised £200 for the Chestnut Tree House Appeal. The walk was conducted by the well-known Sussex walk writer, Pat Bowen, who illustrated the walk with stories told along the way. Some 56 people took part in the walk.
A/44/08 - Construction of double car port & store with extension to drive at Eagle Cottage, High Street. For: Mr S Clark
A/45/08 - Variation of Conditions 1 and 2 imposed upon planning permission A/122/94 at Oval Race Club, Water Lane. For: Oval Race Club
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 8 May 2008
ASRA - The Committee agreed to the Council’s 25% contribution to the maintenance of the Palmer Road Recreation Ground. The committee also requested that the Senior Assistant Clerk obtain precise details of what the contract for these grounds consisted of. ASRA will be holding a fun day on 12th July, more information will be available nearer the time. ASRA’s AGM will be held on 14th April.
Skateboard Park - Big Lottery Award - The Senior Assistant Clerk advised that the transfer of the Bramley Green open spaces was imminent. At that stage the Big Lottery would release the money and Gravity would give us a new timescale. The intention is still to have the Skateboard Park open for the school holidays.
Noticeboards/Maps - The Committee discussed the quotations for new maps but agreed as there are only two minor errors on the existing ones not to replace them at this stage. It is still the intention to look at maps for other areas of the village in the future. The committee asked that Mr Rob Simons be asked to varnish the legs of the notice board at Bramley Green when the board is repaired.
Youth Facilities - The coffee bar is still operating weekly and is attended by up to 30 youths. The forum is still looking to purchase a bus but are awaiting the outcome of a grant application.
St Nicholas Garden / Fletcher's Field - (a) The Committee agreed to postpone the repair to the flint wall in St Nicholas Garden as it seems in fairly good order at this stage. (b) The quotations for the repair to the flint wall on Fletchers Field will be referred to the Policy and Resources committee as there is insufficient funds in the E & L budget. (c) The committee agreed to the quotation from Mr Fred Rowley for painting the 5 village seats in Fletchers Field and St.Nicholas Garden. (d) The Committee agreed to the purchase of two litter pickers and bags to help keep St Nicholas Garden tidy.
Ferring Nurseries - The Committee agreed that they would look for a suitable area for the floral display to be provided by Ferring Nurseries. They also asked that the office contact Ferring Nurseries to thank them for their kind offer and ask if they had a preferred area.
Bramley Green - (a) The Committee agreed that organised games would be covered by the new by laws when they are introduced. (b) Councillor Pat Turner reported that four interviews had taken place on the 7th April. The preferred company was ISS Waterers and Councillor Turner proposed that this recommendation was approved and recommended to the full Council. The Committee agreed unanimously.
The full minutes of the meeting can be read by clicking here.
Below is the latest news on Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) in the Littlehampton East District by our Neighbourhood Specialist Constable (NSC) Dave Banham-Brown:
All villages seem to be following suit with the reduction of ASB and Angmering is keeping in line with the rest, although there is still clearly ASB of an evening it is at level in which be can deal with effectively. Bramley Green estate does seem to have slightly more in the way of ASB that other areas of the village and as such I would ask that parents to speak to their child and kindly advise them that if they do happen to use the facilities on the Bramley Green estate that they treat the area and the residents with a little more respect. The local PCSO is still continuing to patrol the entire village and is keen to be informed of all matters, especially ASB related.
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(Reproduced here on behalf of St Margaret's Church)
Work on the two extensions is now progressing and, although the contractors are slightly behind schedule they remain confident that the project will be completed on time for us to move back into church by Christmas.
A ceremony is planned for Friday April 25th when we will welcome the Bishop of Horsham who has kindly agreed to lay the foundation stone within the new entrance. The stone will have a simple inscription marking the occasion. All are welcome to come at 11.00 am on the 25th but it should be remembered that visitors would be coming to a building site so space to the immediate area where the stone will be laid may well be limited.
Whilst no more skeletal remains have been found below the office there have been three other significant items of interest. A medieval wall has been found adjacent to what looks like a Victorian arch and a gravestone was revealed dated in the 1790s and inscribed with the names of Ann and James Penfold. Each of these pieces has been photographed and recorded and will not be disturbed.
Construction of the new entrance is proceeding and it will be noticed that work has started to create an opening into what was the Gratwicke Chapel. It may have been noticed that there is a sample panel of flint walling, which has been placed below the east end window, this has now received approval from our architect and the planning authority.
Unfortunately there have been instances of minor vandalism round the church and in the contractors compound so we hope the installation of the CCTV in the next few days will deter the vandals.
A number of people have asked about the location and identity of the churches to which the furniture has been given. The choir stalls, pulpit and wooden screen have gone to John Fisher and Thomas Moore Church in Chapel on Le Frith, Derbyshire and the blue screen is at St Michael's Church, Abertillery, S. Wales.
Some members of the Angmering Society have raised the question of restoring the John Hills gravestone and also restoring the weathervane to the tower. Both these matters are under consideration and whilst it may be possible to find funding for the stone it is very unlikely that we will be able to restore the weathervane as this is likely to cost several thousand pounds and is not covered in the re-ordering budget.
Sunday May 25th is the last Sunday when services are held in the church and details of where services will be held and the times can be found in fact sheet no. 4. Copies of previous fact sheets are available at the back of the church or from the church office.
If there any questions regarding the reordering please would you direct these to me either by email; Richard.hance@btconnect.com or by phone 01903 788792 on weekdays. Thank you.
Richard Hance, Churchwarden, 5th April 2008
The community film this coming Saturday (5 April) is "AND WHEN DID YOU
LAST SEE YOUR FATHER?" which was released in October 2007.
The story is an unflinching exploration of a father/son
relationship, as Blake Morrison deals with his father Arthur's terminal illness
and imminent death. Blake's memories of everything funny, embarrassing and
upsetting about his childhood and teens are interspersed with tender and
heart-rending scenes in the present, as he struggles to come to terms with his
father, and their history of conflict, and learns to accept that one's parents
are not always accountable to their children. The film stars Colin Firth, Jim
Broadbent, Juliet Stevenson, Gina McKee, Claire Skinner, Sarah Lancashire, and
Matthew Beard.
The film starts at 7.00pm (doors open 6.45pm) at the Village Hall. Tickets (£5) are available in advance from Woodies News or Angmering Framing & Stitches, or at the door. As usual, refreshments are available at very reasonable prices.
A/34/08 - PLoft conversion work with rear dormer window at 9 Lansdowne Road. For: Mr & Mrs Barnard. Readvertisement due to substitute plans.
A/41/08/A - Various illuminated signage at Roundstone Inn, Roundstone Lane, East Preston. For: Whitbread Group Plc.
A/42/08/L - Application for variation of condition 2 following the grant of Listed Building Consent A/187/08/L that all external joinery shall be oak. Manor Farm House, Ecclesden Lane. Mr & Mrs Terry Walker.
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 17 April 2008
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