Sandgate Library will close for carpet fitting on Monday 5th and Tuesday 6th December. We will re-open to the public on Thursday 8th December.
Alternative libraries include Hythe, Cheriton and Folkestone.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
The Boundary Commission for England (BCE) is redrawing constituency boundaries in order to rebalance the number of electors represented by each MP, and a final consultation on proposed new constituencies is now open.
A new revised map of constituency proposals, which takes into account feedback sent in by the public on the initial proposals, has been published on the consultation website bcereviews.org.uk.
The proposed revisions to Folkestone and Hythe constituency leave the seat broadly as it is, but as it now contains too many electors removes the wards of Saxon Shore, North Downs West and North Downs East which are added to a new Ashford seat. These proposals have no impact on which Council a ward relates to, just which MP they vote for / are represented by in Parliament.
Saturday 26th November between 10am – 12 noon in St Paul’s Church Sandgate John Hurd will be playing some of his own compositions accompanied by the soprano Tammy File. As usual refreshments will be provided.
Entrance and refreshments: Free.
A Flood Warden is a volunteer trained to help and prepare people in local communities that are at risk of flooding. They play an important role in the preparing a community flood plan and putting it in to practice. In Sandgate we would also ask you to meet the Parish Council annually to update us on the flood plan.
The training consists of five key modules.
We have one trained flood warden locally already, but we’d really like more so we have a small team.
The commitment
The Role
What you’ll get
It’s been a while since we’ve had a substantial flood in Sandgate, but that’s no reason not to be prepared.
You would be making a real difference to your community, helping to ensure the safety of neighbours, for a few hours a year. From https://www.kentprepared.org.uk/flood-wardens the responsibilities of being a Flood Warden include:
If you are interested in becoming a Flood Warden, please contact the Kent Resilience Team to organise a training session at krf@kent.fire-uk.org or call 01622 212409.
To register for this training visit www.trybooking.com, click buy tickets and search for ‘Kent Flood Warden Training’.
If you can book for and complete the training, please let us know you are now a volunteer warden – and thank you!
14-December-22-and-17-January-23-Training-for-new-Flood-Wardens-flierSandgate Parish Council maintains the public toilet and kiosk block on Granville Parade. We are issuing this invitation to tender for the Granville Parade block external redecoration.
To work in consultation with the kiosk operator and neighbours to minimise disruption to trading and operation of toilets.
To attend site and install barrier system to segregate work area from the public.
To prepare metalwork on metal doors where rusted and apply Rustoleum paint system to metalwork.
To prepare all woodwork with resin care system where required. Recoat in a satin varnish to match existing.
To prepare masonry and carry out minor repairs, apply 2 no coats of Dulux exterior paint colour to be agreed.
Carry out spot prime, one under coat, one top coat of gloss or satin in Dulux paint to remainder of woodwork and rain water goods.
No works to Cedar Boarding as in natural finish.
Health & Safety, risk assessment and management, cleaning of area on completion.
Sandgate Parish Council would be pleased to receive quotations for the Granville Parade block external redecoration from local suppliers by 5pm on 11th November 2022.
The Clerk would be happy to discuss the proposed works in working hours before tending a quotation. Also, contractors will have to have relevant insurances and references for similar works.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Gaye Thomas
Parish Clerk and Librarian
01303 248563
Mon-Tues 9am-1pm
Thurs-Fri 9am-1pm
Some months ago, local resident Andrew Bragg raised with Parish Chairman Tim Prater that one defibrillator in Sandgate was… Not enough.
A heart attack victim needs support as soon as possible, within a very few minutes. The longer the delay, the lower the chance of success.
The council took it on board, and talked to a number of people and found some funding sources and locations able to host. And now the new machines are starting to be fitted.
So to add to the defib on The Boat House on Granville Parade, we’ve now got a new machine Sandgate Parish Council and Library – Kent on the High Street, and new ones will be installed at the Golden Arrow in Golden Valley and another behind the counter at the The Sandgate Hotel on the Esplanade.
We’ll back these all up when all are in place with signage across the village – no use if you can’t find them. They cost a bit, but nothing to the chance that they might save a life, or reduce the damage caused. Great investment: thanks Andrew for pushing us!
If you would like some help getting started, or improving, your computer skills, then come along to our drop-in session and speak with your local Digital Engagement Officer who can help you learn more about using your device and the internet.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or if you want to brush up on your current skills, your local Digital Engagement Officer can offer free and friendly support.
Sandgate Library, James Morris Court, Sandgate High Street, Sandgate CT20 3RR
Visit www.DigitalKent.uk for more information.
With the Halloween season fast approaching, some people look forward to and welcome “Trick or Treat”, and some really do not.
For those who don’t feel comfortable with answering the door to Trick and Treaters, you can print and display the poster below.
Trick-or-TreatIf you are going door to door for trick or treat this Halloween and see this poster, please respect it and do not knock that door.
The local Police / PSCO team will be visiting retail premises requesting their assistance in reducing anti-social behaviour, asking that they do not sell eggs or flour to children in the run up to Halloween. They also say:
“It is also important not to engage with those causing nuisance behaviour, in their childish fashion they often find this an excuse to target anyone who challenges them to get a reaction for their amusement. If the need arises contact Kent Police.
“We will be stretched resources wise and we will be going where the calls direct us, so if you notice any large nuisance groups please do contact Kent Police via online reporting tools or 101 whichever suits you best.”
We’ve been doing something *very* special to Sandgate Library…
Over the last month, the library has had a lot of improvements. A new accessible toilet has been built, and the front door access improved for wheelchairs and buggies. We’ve added new storage and changed the lighting to be more energy efficient and less hard on the eyes. There are also a range of other improvements to make it a nicer, and more accessible, place to be.
There is a little further to go, but we’re thrilled with what has been done. We can’t wait to share it with you.
We’ve reopened Sandgate Library again from 9.30 Saturday 1st October, and then should be open for our usual opening hours. https://sandgatepc.org.uk/library-opening-times/
Come and have a look – it’s well worth it!
The library works have been fully funded by:
In addition, we were delighted to be supported through donations of:
This enabled us to give:
Nothing was wasted!
A local builder has completed the building works after winning the publicly advertised tender, and a local company has reupholstered some of the furniture. We’re proud that Sandgate Library is for the local community, and the refurbishment has also benefited more than library users but also local charities & businesses.
The way residents are consulted on local planning matters in the future is the subject of a new public consultation launched by Folkestone & Hythe District Council.
Comments on the updated Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) – a document which explains how people can get involved in decisions about plan-making and planning applications in the district – are now being sought.
The previous SCI was adopted in 2015 and the latest revision will ensure community involvement is effective at all stages of the planning process.
F&HDC Leader Cllr David Monk said: “Community involvement in local planning is crucial – which is why it is important residents let us know how they want to be consulted and which way works best for them.
“The draft document lays out some proposals and we’re keen to gather feedback about what people think about them.”
You can view the documents by visiting folkestone-hythe.gov.uk/about-planning-consultations or by heading to the Civic Centre or any of the district’s libraries during normal opening hours to read paper copies.
Visit the consultation portal at consult.folkestone-hythe.gov.uk for the quickest and easiest way to comment on the draft SCI.
Alternatively, email comments to planning.policy@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk or write a letter to the Strategy and Policy Team, Folkestone & Hythe District Council, Civic Centre, Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2QY.
Please include your name and contact details in any correspondence. All comments need to be received by 5pm on Monday 14 November 2022.