 Chairman:
David de Saxe - tel: 01233 813456
Clerk: Jenny Oram - tel: 01227 700204
- fax: 01227 700033
The Parish Council meets on the third Thursday of every month at the Methodist Hall, Bridge Street, Wye.
The Council owns two allotments and a burial ground. Financial support
is given to the parish churches and the two village halls. Other local
organisations are supported, particularly those concerned with the
environment.
NEW BENCHES FOR OLD ?
Announcement by the Parish Council Environment Committee
Would you like to sponsor a bench for the village?
The Parish Council is aware that a number of our benches are in a poor state of repair and feels that, ideally, they might be replaced by benches made entirely from re-cycled materials. An example of this type of bench is the one at the bus stop near the library.
These benches are maintenance free, virtually vandal proof, attractive and can be purchased for around £300.
A bench can be in memory of a loved one or can simply be sponsored by individuals or groups as a gift to the community. A personalised plaque can be fitted to the bench, if required.
If you are interested or would like more information please contact Kathy Roberts on 01233 813229 or Mary Barratt on 01233 812510. |
Parish Council update on Imperial
17 March 2006
Yes - another letter, but it’s important we try to keep you informed!
Since we sent you the information booklet in February, we have had a meeting with Imperial. We would like to update you on this, and to advise you about the current position the Parish Council is taking regarding Imperial’s plans.
Meeting with Imperial
On 28 February, we attended a meeting held by Imperial College, to discuss their idea of forming a “Residents’ Liaison Group”. Imperial wanted this group to be a way for them to understand any concerns that the village might have. Given that the details of Imperials development plans are still not known, we restated what the concerns were, and advised them that it was the Parish Council who would continue to represent the parishioners.
Imperial outlined a process they were putting in place, (which includes consultation), that would determine whether they were going to submit a full planning application or not. This process would take place over the next few months, and conclude in June / July this year.
They promised that they would make a statement to this effect and provide us with details of the process with time scales, by the end of that week, but did not do so till 13 March.
The Parish Council wrote to Imperial on 1 March setting out the key points of our discussion including our understanding of the village’s concerns, and our position regarding the “Residents’ Liaison Group”. A copy of our letter is attached, which will give you more details of the discussions.
Parish Council Position
As Imperial continues to say that it has no plans for us to comment on, your views and concerns should and can be taken into account when it does draw them up.
We believe these to be:
- That the redevelopment of the existing College sites within Wye Village is to be welcomed, provided that any buildings are of a suitable size and scale to be harmonious with existing college and village buildings, and in keeping with the AONB setting.
- That the continuing presence of Imperial College as a provider of higher education in Wye is to be encouraged.
- That development outside of the existing College sites in Wye, across the countryside and particularly in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is to be opposed.
- That the sole of land in the countryside for development, is to be opposed.
- whether for housing, buildings, industries, the College. or for other uses.
- That suitable infrastructure must be in place before any development takes place.
We believe that the above Parish Council Position is the one you want us to take at present.
If you do not believe this stance to be the correct one, come and discuss your concerns with us.
We are inviting you to come and meet with the Parish Council in the Methodist Hall on Saturday 25th.
March between 9.30 and 12.30 to tell us if you disagree with the position we are taking. It is very important that you express any disagreement you may have, as otherwise the Parish Council will proceed to support the “Parish Position" above, in all future discussions with Imperial, until such time as detailed plans are available for us all to consider.
John Hodder
[Parish Council letter to residents, including 7 March letter to Borys]
For further information contact the Clerk:
Jenny Oram
tel: 01227 700204
The Council is a member of the Kent Association of Parish Councils.
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