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Evergreens
Sadly we have decided to close Evergreens due to various problems namely dwindling numbers we did try to encourage residents there are only two from the villages, finding venues due to the pandemic, losing a valuable helper. It started in approximately 1998 by Margaret and Tony Cutress to be neighbourly and encourage lonely people to get together. They gave them a tea of sandwiches and cakes. The elderly residents loved to see each other and chat.
Betty Powell and Val Baillet
Bobservation No. 84: The Postponed Fulking Fair
In spite of the weather forecast we went ahead with the fair on 8 August and although the rain came in, at times heavily, the event really got under way by early afternoon in dry and quite pleasant conditions.
First mention must be made of the village helpers who put a tremendous effort into making it so socially successful. Villagers were involved in Flyer distribution, Sign making and placing, Parking, Traffic control, Bar, BBQ, Cakes, Childrens’ games, Stall allocation, Rubbish collection, Cash counting and banking, First aid and Supervision. I hope I haven’t omitted something! And considering that this is a very small village they all did a great job and we made a profit of £414!
Second and equally worthy of a gold medal were the stallholders who gave us their support, although financially it must have been a pretty bad day for them. We look forward to seeing them all next year.
Lastly and by no means least the RSPCA fun dog show was a great success and without it the attendance would have been much worse. I hope that Fulking and RSPCA will form a Fair partnership for many years.
Personally, my involvement makes it one of the most enjoyable days in my year. Dare I suggest Sunday 31 July 2022 as a Fair date for next year?
Planning Meeting Thursday 2nd September 2021
You are cordially invited to an Extraordinary Meeting of Fulking Parish Council, on Thursday 2nd September 2021 at 7.00pm at the Village Hall where the meeting will consider the items set out below.
Mark Hind – Chairman
Following the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014, and regarding regulations on Access to Local Government Meetings, members of the public are advised that they have a right to film/record the meetings of Fulking Parish Council. Members of the public are also advised that by attending a meeting of Fulking Parish Council, they give their consent to being filmed/recorded by other members of the public, if such activity is taking place.
AGENDA
Public Participation: There will be a period of 15 minutes set aside at the beginning of the meeting for the public to ask questions or make comments on items on the Agenda. Comments on items not appearing on the agenda can be made at the chairman’s discretion.
21/072/PM. Apologies for Absence.
21/073/PM. Declaration of Members’ Interests.
21/074/PM. Planning matters
Location: Arbor Vitae The Street Fulking BN5 9LU
Proposal: Extension to swimming pool plant room. New porch on rear elevation of studio at side of house. Erection of single storey artist’s studio to rear of garage in walled garden.
Date of the next Ordinary Meeting: Thursday 7th October 2021
Kitchen assistant at the Dyke
Cleaning job in Poynings
Part-time evening cleaning job, Poynings Road, Poynings/Brighton (FG/PB). Fridays for three hours from 5:00pm. Total of three hours each week, £9.00 per hour — £1,404.00 per year. Permanent contract. A car will be needed if you don’t live locally. Free car or bike parking is provided. Telephone Minster Cleaning Services on 01903 817 817 with your personal details and brief employment history.
Grow at Saddlescombe
The farm hosts eight-week programmes in partnership with local charity Grow to give support and respite to people of all ages who are dealing with depression, anxiety and stress .. for the past 10 years, it has become a source of respite for hundreds of people from the city.
Bobservation No. 83: Blue Badges and Fair Timing
Blue Badge Scheme
Since the years overtook my ability to do anything useful I have found the Blue Badge Scheme so very helpful in allowing me to park a short distance from anywhere I wish to drive to (or be driven!). However these badges only last three years and renewing on the web-site is a nightmare for anyone less intelligent than Berners-Lee. This process is made incredibly simple by the marvellous staff at West Sussex County Council (01243 777653) who can renew over the telephone in certain cases.
Fulking Fair Second Attempt
The weather scuppered the intended event on 25 July and we will have another go on 8 August . A number of intended stalls have not been able to reschedule including National Trust. We still have a big RSPCA fun dog show as the centrepiece and amongst others Shepherd & Dog bar, Rushfields pies, BBQ, Hot dogs, DeLucas Ice cream (including a doggie one), Homemade cakes, Teas & Coffees, Children’s games, live music from Tenderhooks and many other interesting stalls. We still could use some willing hands if you can spare the time.
Planning Meeting
You are cordially invited to an Extraordinary Meeting of Fulking Parish Council, on Thursday 5th August 2021 at 7.00pm at the Village Hall where the meeting will consider the item set out below.
Mark Hind – Chairman
Following the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014, and regarding regulations on Access to Local Government Meetings, members of the public are advised that they have a right to film/record the meetings of Fulking Parish Council. Members of the public are also advised that by attending a meeting of Fulking Parish Council, they give their consent to being filmed/recorded by other members of the public, if such activity is taking place.
AGENDA
Public Participation: There will be a period of 15 minutes set aside at the beginning of the meeting for the public to ask questions or make comments on items on the Agenda. Comments on items not appearing on the agenda can be made at the chairman’s discretion.
21/069/PM. Apologies for Absence.
21/070/PM. Declaration of Members’ Interests.
21/071/PM. Planning matters
Location: Customary Cottage The Street Fulking BN5 9LU SDNP/21/03640/HOUS
Proposal: Demolition of existing garage and erection of replacement oak frame garage
Date of the next Ordinary Meeting: Thursday 7th October 2021