Parish Notes October 2008
BMBC Ward Councillor’s Surgery
Councillor John Wilson, Penistone East Ward, BMBC, will be holding a surgery in the Village Hall on Saturday 18th October 2008, from 1030 a.m. until noon. Members of the public are invited to attend, on a drop-in basis, to discuss any relevant matters with Councillor Wilson.
Yorkshire in Bloom Competition
This year’s entry once again won a Silver Award. The Parish Council has decided not to have a Council entry into the competition next year, but will fully support any village
Fly posting in Cawthorne
The Council has received complaints of increasing instances of fly posting in the village, with advertisements for house sales and for commercial businesses being tied to lamp posts. Readers are reminded that not only is fly posting unsightly but that it is unlawful.
Motor vehicles on Bridleways
Motorcyclists are using bridleways in Cawthorne, in particular
Cawthorne Footpaths Guide
The footpaths guide has been reprinted and is now available from the village post office, the village shop and the Museum.
Remembrance Sunday
Remembrance Sunday this year is Sunday 9th November 2008. Mr. Frank Matthewman will once again be the Parade Marshal.
Parish Council Grants
There are still funds available for small grants to bona fide organisations. Please note that organisations which have already received a grant during this financial year are unlikely to be successful with a second application. Please apply in writing to the Parish Clerk. Applicants for grants for the financial year 2009-2010 are advised that applications should be submitted to the Clerk by the 5th December 2008.
Next Meeting of the Parish Council
The next meeting of the Parish Council will be held on Thursday 6th November 2008, at 7.40 pm, in the Moxon Room, Village Hall. All parishioners are welcome, and are encouraged to attend at 7.30 pm.
F. Johnston, Clerk to the Council. Telephone: 01226 765569.
