Delegated Decisions

Renovation and improvement of the Hythe War Memorial.  The Hythe War Memorial commemorates the First and Second World Wars and is a centre for remembrance in the town.  The monument is stained and needs professional cleaning.  The area in front of the memorial also needs refurbishment.  The intention is to resurface the oval area within the curtilage with a large poppy design inlaid to a resin bonded surface together with refurbishment of the existing benches and cleaning the marble and brickwork.  This will create a suitable and inspirational, permanent visual enhancement of the Memorial of all those former residents of Hythe, both military and civilian, who made the supreme sacrifice. 

Prior to or on Remembrance Sunday 2018 the intention is to have a Service of Dedication and produce a Commemorative Programme. 

To provide funding of £500 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

The enhancement of the memorial and commemoration service to mark the Centenary of the end of WW1 will engage all the community especially young people and residents of Hythe.  It will reinforce understanding of the military history of the town, engaging all and be a lasting memorial.  On the anniversary of the end of WW1 there will be a Remembrance Service which will include a military band, contingent from the Small Arms School Corps who are Freemen of the town, representative of the Gurkha Regiment, Regimental Associations, The Royal British Legion, Navy, Army and Air Force Cadets, Scouts, Guides and pupils from all the local schools along with representatives of local businesses and organisations.  Also the twin towns of Poperinge and Berck Sur Mer will join in and lay wreaths. 

During the service primary school children will read out the names of those who are remembered on the memorial.  All local churches will be involved.  There is an expectation that attendance will be approximately 3000 plus. 

Renovation and improvement of the Hythe War Memorial.  The Hythe War Memorial commemorates the First and Second World Wars and is a centre for remembrance in the town.  The monument is stained and needs professional cleaning.  The area in front of the memorial also needs refurbishment.  The intention is to resurface the oval area within the curtilage with a large poppy design inlaid to a resin bonded surface together with refurbishment of the existing benches and cleaning the marble and brickwork.  This will create a suitable and inspirational, permanent visual enhancement of the Memorial of all those former residents of Hythe, both military and civilian, who made the supreme sacrifice. 

Prior to or on Remembrance Sunday 2018 the intention is to have a Service of Dedication and produce a Commemorative Programme. 

To provide funding of £500 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

The enhancement of the memorial and commemoration service to mark the Centenary of the end of WW1 will engage all the community especially young people and residents of Hythe.  It will reinforce understanding of the military history of the town, engaging all and be a lasting memorial.  On the anniversary of the end of WW1 there will be a Remembrance Service which will include a military band, contingent from the Small Arms School Corps who are Freemen of the town, representative of the Gurkha Regiment, Regimental Associations, The Royal British Legion, Navy, Army and Air Force Cadets, Scouts, Guides and pupils from all the local schools along with representatives of local businesses and organisations.  Also the twin towns of Poperinge and Berck Sur Mer will join in and lay wreaths. 

During the service primary school children will read out the names of those who are remembered on the memorial.  All local churches will be involved.  There is an expectation that attendance will be approximately 3000 plus. 

Name and description of project:

Renovation and Improvement of the Hythe War Memorial – The monument is stained and needs professional cleaning.  The area in front of the memorial needs refurbishment.  We intend to resurface the oval area within the curtilage with a large poppy design inlaid to a resin bonded surface together with refurbishment of the existing benches and cleaning the marble and brickwork.

The Hythe War Memorial commemorates both the First and Second World Wars and is a centre for remembrance in the town.  The monument is stained and needs professional cleaning. The area in front of the memorial needs refurbishment. We intend to resurface the oval area within the curtilage with a large poppy design inlaid to a resin bonded surface together with refurbishment of the existing benches and cleaning the marble and brickwork.  We intend to create a suitable and inspirational, permanent visual enhancement of the Memorial of all those former residents of Hythe both military and civilian who made the Supreme Sacrifice.  

Shortly before or on Remembrance Sunday 2018 we intend to have a Service of dedication and with the help of local schoolchildren, produce a commemorative programme.

DECISION:

To provide funding of £500 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

This enhancement of the memorial and the commemoration service to mark the Centenary of the end of WW1 will, we are confident, engage all the community especially the young people and residents of Hythe.  It will reinforce understanding of the military history of the town and, engage long term residetns and those who have moved more recently to the town and it will be a lasting memorial.

On the anniversary of the end of WW1, there will be a Remembrance Service which, we anticipate will include a large military band, a contingent from the Small Arms School Corps who are Freemen of the Town, representatives of the Gurkha Regiment, Regional Associates, The Royal British Legion, Navy, Army and Air Force Cadets, Scouts, Guides, pupils from all the Local schools and representatives of local businesses and organisations and also of our Twin Towns of Poperinge and Berck Sur Mer who will join us and lay wreaths.  During the Service, primary school children will read out the names of those who are remembered on the Memorial and all Local Churches will be involved. We expect attendance to be 3,000 plus.

Apollos Trust Community Café.  This idea was formed from the discussion with people about Young people being socially isolated and needing support to gain skills for employment or further education. A café is a great place for people to socialise, and as such, we want it to benefit the local community as well as the Young People. We will be inviting local residents and local groups (like AGE UK) to attend. The Young People will benefit from skills in catering, food hygiene, and customer service and be able to put it all on a CV as well as adding volunteering to their list of accomplishments. For this Café, it will be the first and a trial.

If successful we hope to do it each school holiday in the next academic year. We will be working with Young People from The Marsh Academy who live in the Cheriton and Folkestone areas.

To provide funding of £100 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

The Apollos Trust trustees are in support of this project as well as local churches and the school itself.  Young people have limited opportunities to expand their skill base.  Many youth provisions are closed and schools can only manage so much in training opportunities.  There are also needs for community cohesion.  We want this to be inclusive to all. 

Apollos Trust Community Café.  This idea was formed from the discussion with people about Young people being socially isolated and needing support to gain skills for employment or further education. A café is a great place for people to socialise, and as such, we want it to benefit the local community as well as the Young People. We will be inviting local residents and local groups (like AGE UK) to attend. The Young People will benefit from skills in catering, food hygiene, and customer service and be able to put it all on a CV as well as adding volunteering to their list of accomplishments. For this Café, it will be the first and a trial.

If successful we hope to do it each school holiday in the next academic year. We will be working with Young People from The Marsh Academy who live in the Cheriton and Folkestone areas.

To provide funding of £100 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

The Apollos Trust trustees are in support of this project as well as local churches and the school itself.  Young people have limited opportunities to expand their skill base.  Many youth provisions are closed and schools can only manage so much in training opportunities.  There are also needs for community cohesion.  We want this to be inclusive to all. 

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Disabled toilet modification – As stated, change of use of toilet area from 2 toilets into one disabled toilet and baby changing wall pull down unit.  Removing entrance through the kitchen, and creating a new entrance off the church hall.

DECISION:

To provide funding of £750 for the above project.

Reason for decision:

The disabled toilet will create a safe environment for the elderly and others in wheelchairs.  This will also meet with Fire Safety Regulations and Food and Hygiene regulations.

Eanswythe 880 Festival – This concert is a highlight of the celebrations marking the 880^th anniversary of the dedication of the new church of St Mary & St Eanswythe on 12 September 1138 and the moving and installation of the relics of St Eanswythe in the new building which forms the foundation of the present Chancel.

DECISION:

To provide funding of £400 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Bayle Music concerts attract audiences of 40-80 depending on the programme and the time of year. A performance of Handel’s ‘Messiah’ in 2016 attracted an audience of over 125. Bayle Music is currently in its sixth season and the concert on 15 September will launch our seventh.  The church also hosts the annual Sacconi Chamber Music Festival each May with audiences averaging 120 for each of the concerts held in church. 2018 marked the 11^th Festival. 

This report considers the objections received in respect of the proposed Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) for a controlled parking zone (CPZ) in East Folkestone.

a)        To receive and note Report C/18/24.

b)       Not to uphold the objections to the TRO.

c)        That officers proceed with making the TRO as advertised.

d)       That parking in the new zone and adjacent roads be reviewed 12 months after implementation, or as soon as possible, in light of the comments received.

Reasons for decision:

The Cabinet Member for Transport and Commercialis asked to agree the recommendations set out below because:

a)    The majority of residents within the proposed zone have indicated they do experience parking difficulties and are in favour of parking controls.

b)    Parking controls will help to address the commuter/long-stay parking and traffic flow problems experienced by many of the local residents.

Parish Hall – Building a Stronger Community in Central Folkestone.  The overall aim is to develop the two adjoining church halls into an attractive, functional, affordable usable space for community and church use.  This application is for funding to replace old, rusting and chipped coffee hall tables.  This will make the hall more attractive to encourage more sections of the community to use it more often. 

DECISION:

To provide funding of £564 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

There is clear evidence of a need for accessible, affordable, central facility to serve local people and organisations serving the community for people to meet, to do activities and learn, for job preparation, emotional and physical well-being, promote financial wellbeing, for shelter, for advice and guidance from professionals in an informal environment. 

Fifth Continent film making programme - Screen South is providing the film making programme for the ‘Fifth Continent Landscape Partnership Scheme’ Project run by Kent Wildlife Trust.  We will be working across the whole of the Romney Marsh over the next three years, training residents in film making, including animation, so that they have the skills to make their own films about the Romney Marsh.  Screen South will be running a series of community film making workshops at the end of July 2018 which we hope to base in New Romney and Lydd. 

DECISION:

To provide funding of £200 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

This opportunity is open to all ages where residents can develop production of a wide variety of films on topics such as the heritage of the Marsh, landscape, flora and fauna, or capturing stories from people of all communities who live on the Marsh.  The films can be in any genre and will then be made available online.

Future plans are for skills workshops to develop 10 to 12 short films per year which will create a film making legacy and due to our work on other projects, be able to signpost further opportunities to participants. 

Setting up the first triathlon which will be advertised nationally and run by professionals. Fundraising for local charities.

To provide funding of £500 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Triathlons are very popular and it is another way to keep Channel Rotary raising funds for their chosen charities. Feedback has been good particularly from Folkestone Sports Trust.

Eanswythe 880 Festival – This concert is a highlight of the celebrations marking the 880^th anniversary of the dedication of the new church of St Mary & St Eanswythe on 12 September 1138 and the moving and installation of the relics of St Eanswythe in the new building which forms the foundation of the present Chancel.

DECISION:

To provide funding of £200 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Bayle Music concerts attract audiences of 40-80 depending on the programme and the time of year. A performance of Handel’s ‘Messiah’ in 2016 attracted an audience of over 125. Bayle Music is currently in its sixth season and the concert on 15 September will launch our seventh.  The church also hosts the annual Sacconi Chamber Music Festival each May with audiences averaging 120 for each of the concerts held in church. 2018 marked the 11^th Festival. 

Rugby type first aid kit, Contact training bibs, water bottles and playing

Shirts.

To provide funding of £700.00 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

We provide coaching and training for the Ladies section promoting the sport of rugby in our Community. The sport creates a massive sense of well-being and belonging to the participants the upside of this is that it provides another support system of friends to help get them through what can sometimes be difficult times during the teenage years.

The other positive aspects of this project are promoting health, fitness and wellbeing in our Community. The project equipment will enable us to deliver a better quality of playing and training experience to Ladies in our community. Some of the parents would not have scope within what can often be a limited family budget to fund these items themselves.

Charivari Day 2018 –

Charivari Day Carnival is a significant community event that actively engages around 600 local children and adults in creating costumes for a colourful, musical parade through Folkestone on 7 July. The event involves many weeks of preparation making costumes, which is facilitated by Strange Cargo. Local primary schools take part in a teachers masterclass and there are sessions with older secondary school students to learn about design and making techniques to create spectacular carnival costumes. There are public workshops and artist training opportunities.  The free event attracts a very large audience from across the district and a major community event for local people.

2018 is the 22^nd Charivari Day and this year’s theme is 60 years of Rock and Roll. The event is an inclusive community carnival that has been taking place annually in Folkestone since 97.  Primary School children will make many 100’s of costumes in school, following inset training for teachers, who take a kit of materials back to their students to prepare for the event. Secondary school students come to Strange Cargo’s base in Cheriton where they will learn a wealth of valuable skills including costume design, how to build big structures, team working, use of hand tools and working with new materials.  They then take part in the spectacular carnival event, where they have the opportunity to show off their work and enjoy taking credit for making beautiful and extraordinary carnival costumes in front of thousands of people from the Folkestone community.

DECISION:

To provide funding of £200 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

The event has become an embedded tradition for Folkestone, a colourful, fun and entertaining carnival and music programme that attracts thousands of local people and visitors. It is a rites of passage for the young people taking part. We have teachers, artists and parents involved in Charivari now that were children in previous events, which is a wonderful legacy for all involved.

A new table tennis table which will primarily be used by the table tennis club but available to all users of the village hall.

To provide funding of £277.97 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Table Tennis Club has been operating for nearly 30 years, it is popular and well attended regularly by 30 attendees. The tables are available for all users of the hall. Table tennis benefits all ages.

Eanswythe 880 Festival – This concert is a highlight of the celebrations marking the 880^th anniversary of the dedication of the new church of St Mary & St Eanswythe on 12 September 1138 and the moving and installation of the relics of St Eanswythe in the new building which forms the foundation of the present Chancel.

DECISION:

To provide funding of £400 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Bayle Music concerts attract audiences of 40-80 depending on the programme and the time of year. A performance of Handel’s ‘Messiah’ in 2016 attracted an audience of over 125. Bayle Music is currently in its sixth season and the concert on 15 September will launch our seventh.  The church also hosts the annual Sacconi Chamber Music Festival each May with audiences averaging 120 for each of the concerts held in church. 2018 marked the 11^th Festival. 

Graffiti removal and path clearing project – graffiti removal and path clearing is a project in Folkestone Harbour Ward that is to be carried out by the Folkestone Town Sprucer scheme in response to requests from the community and the ward Councillor.

DECISION:

To provide funding of £500 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Requests to remove graffiti are being received every week from residents and ward councillors. Graffiti has become more prevalent in the town  in recent months which causes the visual amenity of the town to be spoilt. There is also a causal link between graffiti and other types of antisocial behaviour. The appearance of graffiti drags an area down and encourages other street crimes such as drug dealing and prostitution. Tools are being purchased for clearing of pathways that have become overgrown.

This report summarises the responses received to the formal consultations for proposed HGV parking restrictions for financial year 2018 which were agreed by the Joint Transport Board on the 26^th Feb 2018 and seeks approval from the Cabinet Member for Transport and Commercial.

a)           To receive and note ReportC/18/16.

b)           To implement the proposed prohibition of waiting for Large Good Vehicles on the following roads for their entire lengths (except where otherwise stated) between 8pm and 7am on weekdays and at any time on Saturdays and Sundays –

i) Stanbury Crescent

ii) Dover Hill (B2011).

c)           To inform the objector of the decision no later than 14 days after the Order has been made.

Reasons for decision:

The Cabinet Member for Transport and Commercial is asked to agree the recommendations set out below because:

As part of the Traffic Regulation Order Amendment procedure, (1996 No.1489 Road Traffic Act) article 8 requires a period of 21 days following publication of an amendment in the press for anyone to lodge an objection, which must be in writing and must state the grounds on which it is made.

Under article 13, Folkestone & Hythe District Council will consider all objections made and which have not been withdrawn before making the Order.

This report summarises the responses received to the formal consultations for parking restriction for financial year 2018 which was agreed by the Joint Transport Board on the 26^th Feb 2018 and seeks approval from the Cabinet Member for Transport and Commercial.

1.         To receive and note Report C/18/15.

2.         To progress the parking restrictions as advertised with exception of Lewis Road; and Hollands Avenue – where it is for the turning head only.

Reasons for decision:

The Cabinet Member for Transport and Commercial is asked to agree the recommendations set out below because:

As part of the Traffic Regulation Order Amendment procedure, (1996 No.1489 Road Traffic Act) article 8 requires a period of 21 days following publication of an amendment in the press for anyone to lodge an objection, which must be in writing and must state the grounds on which it is made.

Under article 13, Folkestone & Hythe District Council will consider all objections made and which have not been withdrawn before making the Order.

Folkestone Pride - There will be a parade, daytime family friendly activities on The Leas and then an 18+ after party at the Leas Cliff Hall.

To provide funding of £250 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

With many countries still punishing LGBT people and imprisonment and the fact there is still a taboo around being LGBT highlights the need for Pride. Pride is also a celebration of how far things have come.

Band Uniform replenishment – The nature of the engagements that are carried out in and around Hythe means that we are frequently seen by the public.  A uniform is worn by each musician which is a blazer, band badge, tie and waterproof anorak.

DECISION:

To provide funding of £1000.00 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Hythe Town Concert Band is at most civic functions in Hythe and surrounding towns for over 135 years.  The uniforms needed are for replacement or new purposes.  At present we have some new members who are not in uniform. 

Hall Rental – Hawkinge Community Centre hire fees for two hours on Monday evenings. 

DECISION:

To provide funding of £1392.00 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

The Bank Youth Club has been running for two years – the charity provides for 6 to 11 year olds to have a safe environment to socialise and play in with sports activities and games consoles.  It is the only youth club provision in Hawkinge and sees regular attendances of approx. 12 to 15 youngsters. 

This report considers the objections received in respect of the proposed Amendment Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) for the conversion of shared use spaces to limited waiting only bays in a section of Sandgate High Street.

1.        To receive and note Report C/18/14.

2.        Not to uphold the objections to the proposed amendment TRO

3.        That the TRO be made as advertised.

Reasons for decision:

The Cabinet Member for Transport and Commercialis asked to agree the recommendations set out below because this proposal will:

a)    Increase the turnover of spaces

b)    Assist in managing and reconciling the competing demands for parking spaces in Sandgate High Street

Hanging Baskets along The Leas and other floral displays.

To provide funding of £500 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Community event that can be shared by residents and visitors to The Leas.

LED Lighting Project – The community centre are trying to save costs on energy use and after consulting a recommended contractor have been advised that by implementing LED lighting the centre would save up to 65% on costs. 

DECISION:

To provide funding of £1000.00 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

This project relates to installation of LED lighting at Hawkinge Community Centre.  A survey has been conducted and it has been estimated that the centre could save 65% of its electricity costs.  The centre is run by a charity and does not make a profit it relies on operating costs being covered to keep the centre running for the community activities. 

Hythe Festival Company – Hythe Festival of Arts and Heritage 2018. 7th to 15th July providing entertainment for all ages, on The Green, Canal, Pop in the Park and Art Trails. A community event, with support from local schools.

To provide funding of £750 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Ethos of the event is to provide free or nominal costs to attend entertainment, this is to ensure access to all and encourage visitors to Hythe, promoting business and tourism.

Folkestone Charivari – This event takes place every year through the Harbour area up through the town and ending on The Leas.  This year we have been accepted to take part in the celebration and be part of the local community.  We feel this would be a great experience for our service users and really give them a positive experience and boost of confidence. 

DECISION:

To provide funding of £292.00 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

We would like to be part of the local celebrations and join Folkestone Charivari.  Our service users have expressed a desire to join in and we can offer at least 20 of them to have the chance to do this.  It will boost our service users’ confidence and give them a real sense of community and belonging.  It will also let the spectators know who we are and what we do. 

2018 will be the 22^nd Charivari Day Carnival. Annual Community event in Folkestone.

To provide funding of £500 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Colourful, entertaining carnival and music programme. 1000’s of local people and visitors head to Folkestone for this attraction which is supported schools, artists and parents.

2018 will be the 22^nd Charivari Day Carnival. Annual Community event in Folkestone.

To provide funding of £500 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

Colourful, entertaining carnival and music programme. 1000’s of local people and visitors head to Folkestone for this attraction which is supported schools, artists and parents.

Sunny Sands Sandcastle Competition –

This will be the 11^th year we have hosted the Sunnysands Sandcastle competition. This year we have had to pay for the use of the beach and an increase in liability insurance – without a grant we would not be able to afford to host it.  We believe it is an event that promotes the Folkestone Beach and the spirit of a Folkestone Summer Season.

DECISION:

To provide funding of £250 to the above project.

Reason for decision:

This is our 11^th year. If it had not been well attended, competitors and bystanders, we would not have continued. We have had visitors last year from London who saw it on social media and ‘made a day of it’.  We have families returning year after year. We know pubs and restaurants are bursting at the seam during the festival.  We are sometimes approached by past participants who want to know the date of this years competition.

This reportlists a change to appointments to outside bodies. The Leader has responsibility for overall strategy and leadership.   

1.      To receive and note Report C/18/10.

2.      To remove Councillor Philip Martin from the Kent Downs ANOB Advisory Committee and replace him with Councillor Mrs Jenny Hollingsbee for the remainder of the term 2018/19 as set out in the report.

Reasons for Decision: The Leader is asked to agree the recommendations set out below because he has responsibility for overall strategy and leadership to the outside bodies for 2018/19, acting under delegated powers, the Leader may make or change an appointment of the Council, to an outside body.