PLAN PROGRESS

Achievements to date -

May 2004

1.1 DOCTORS' SURGERY

Following the LDC Energy consultation meeting in Ringmer on 4th May, it has been suggested that solar panels were considered for heating and/or lighting in the new building. This would follow the good example being set by Ringmer Community College. It was also suggested that inclusion of sustainable energy features should be made a condition of all new developments in the village.

1.2 HARVARD HOUSE

We are awaiting the appointment of a new project manager who will be in charge of building a new old people's home on the Harvard Road site.

1.3 ADVICE/INFORMATION CENTRE

We have bought a Village Diary which will be kept in the Village Post Office. We hope all village groups and individuals will use it, both for reference and to write in information advertising their events. It can be recognised by the photograph of Ringmer Village Green on the cover (as on the Village Action Plan).

1.4 SINGLE PARENT HOUSEHOLDS

A possible helpful contact:- Single Parent Action Network

Website: www.singleparent.org.uk

Chris Game 0117 951 4231 chris@spanuk.org.uk

NB: Free internet access available at Lewes library. Watch this space for access in Ringmer in the future.

1.5 DISABLED FACILITIES

Ringmer Community College should have lift access to the first floor of the college completed by July. This will permit access to the Observatory for all. See new College Prospectus for Astronomy Courses.

1.6. LIBRARY

Nothing to report

1.7. TENNIS AND CROQUET

The croquet lawn is now laid down at the college. Classes have started. It is available for hire for family events.

The Ringmer Croquet Club is being set up. See Chair Dave Woollons (812 639) or Secretary Flor Grindley (812 933) for details.

1.8 ANTI -SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR

Detached youth workers are out one night a week in the Broyle. They are making contact with young people there and establishing relationships. Following a meeting with local residents proposals for a youth shelter at Fingerpost field have been dropped. We have lost the £10,000 grant offered.

3.1 TRAFFIC CALMING

Nothing to report

3.2 STREET PARKING

People continue to park around the shops over the dipped pavements for wheel chair access for crossing the road. This occurs especially between 9.30 and 10.30 am. Local Community Support Police Officer to be approached to see if they could do anything to prevent this.

3. 3. CYCLE PATHS

Nothing to report

3.4. ALTERNATIVES TO PRIVATE CAR TRAVEL

Nothing to report

3.5 TYPE AND LOCATION OF HOUSING

LDC Planning committee narrowly approved the revised development plan put forward by Gleesons.

5.1 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

RCC is holding a Business and Community Conference on Wednesday June 30, 2.30-4pm.

5.2 BROADBAND

Up and running.

6.1 LISTED BUILDINGS

Nothing to report

6.2 FOOTPATHS AND STILES

ESCC s Paths to Prosperity walks leaflets are out. One of these is a short walk based around the Cock pub in Ringmer.

6.3 WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Projects in this area are hampered due to staffing problems in the science department at RCC. It is still hoped to undertake survey work including trees on the village green. There are also plans for a school sensory garden. The newly set up Rural Studies group at RCC meet once a month after school on Fridays. Known as Ringmer Country Crew. The aim is to raise awareness, understanding and enjoyment of the local environment.

6.4 TREE PLANTING

The proposal for investigating the feasibility of a Community Orchard was discussed. There are potential local partners to help with funding and promotion of local food production. A local landowner is required to provide the site. An exploratory meeting is to be arranged. Expressions of interest should be made through the parish office.

7.1 RECYCLING

We hope to do one more household canvas to increase uptake of the door step recycling scheme in the village. LDC are setting up a programme for the district in June and July. We will participate in this.

8.1 YOUNG PEOPLE'S FACILITIES

Proposals for a youth shelter have been shelved following consultation with local residents.

8.2 CINEMA/FILM CLUB

Another film showing could be arranged for January/February 2005.