Reepham Town Council continues to be concerned about mobile phone “not spots” in parts of the town.
It has lobbied a number of key organisations, but it would help to leverage support if as many local businesses could email Broadland District Council’s business support team to explain how the lack of a mobile signal impacts their business.
The more evidence we have to demonstrate how this affects the local economy the better.
Stimpson’s Piece improvements
The town council, as trustee, is doing all that it can to improve the facilities at Stimpson’s Piece.
At its December meeting it was agreed that urgent work should take place to repair the leaking gutters on the pavilion and to replace playground equipment that is reaching the end of its useful life.
While the town council wishes to continue to make the designated areas of Stimpson’s Piece available for dog walking it is becoming increasingly concerned about the large quantities of dog mess, which is being left by inconsiderate dog owners.
In addition to the obvious unpleasantness, this is also a health hazard. Please clear up after your dog. Dog bins have been provided for convenience.
Allotments’ interest
The town council is pleased to see so many residents showing an interest in having an allotment plot; owing to demand there is now an extensive waiting list for plots.
The council is in the process of dividing full plots that become vacant to allow more people to have access to a plot and is conducting inspections with a view to ensuring that all plots are being fully cultivated.
Guidance has also been issued to ensure that chickens on allotments are kept in suitable housing and humane conditions.
Papillon Project
The Papillon Project is a Reepham-based project that is inspiring children and young people to learn to grow their own food for their school and the community.
The project recently held a community litter pick, when volunteers collected litter from around the town.
The town council is supportive and appreciative of the work the project does and has awarded it a grant of £100 to further its work.
Precept
The precept is the town council’s share of council tax. Being mindful of the impact of Covid-19 on the economy and on individuals, the town council has agreed to keep the precept for 2021-22 at the same level as last year.
Thank you to all those who help make Reepham a pleasant place to live, especially residents for helping to keep one another safe, all those who have volunteered in the community and councillors for their support during what has been a challenging year.
The town council has two vacancies and would welcome expressions of interest from residents to join the council. The town council can be contacted by email or telephone 01603 873355.
The next meeting of Reepham Town Council will take place on Wednesday 13 January at 8 pm (preceded at 7.30 pm by the Stimpson’s Piece Trustees meeting) via Zoom. Please contact the clerk for joining instructions.
Have a happy Christmas and, as the vaccine is rolled out, an enjoyable New Year.