Parish Council Minutes
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New dog waste bins have been installed and added to collection routes. Exciting news for Mendham Village: a new defibrillator is on order and will be fitted soon. Plus, discussions are underway to address drainage issues at the Coal House and plan repairs for the Village Hall.
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Explore how the Parish Council is addressing the Village Hall's need for volunteers and potential funding for repairs. Discover the Church's impactful community initiatives, including partnerships with Mendham Primary School and environmental projects. Plus, learn about plans to tackle tree root damage in the car park.
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Concerns about the Old Coal House were discussed, with ongoing boundary and damp issues being handled by solicitors and insurers. A proposed 20 mph speed limit in the village was deemed unlikely to be approved due to high costs and low success chances. Foxes Lane will be closed for two…
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Residents will be pleased to hear that a new parish council website is on the way for 2026, with updates funded and approved. Concerns about village flooding were addressed, with plans for drainage improvements in progress. Additionally, a new village sign and a Speed Indicator Device are expected next year…
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Residents might be interested to know that repairs to the car park drains are scheduled to start on 27th October, and volunteers are needed to help keep Mendham's drains clear to prevent flooding. Additionally, the council is exploring options for new speed signage due to high costs.
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Residents will be interested to know that the council is addressing missing meeting minutes on the Mendham website and discussing a lease issue with Mendham School's field. Additionally, the council agreed to contribute £500 towards the community purchase of Ocean Pit.
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Residents discussed concerns about speeding on Withersdale Street, prompting a planned site visit with Suffolk Highways. Tim Cullen raised issues regarding planning and drainage at the Coal House, with clarification provided on land ownership. Additionally, complaints about garden maintenance at Studio Corner were addressed, directing residents to Suffolk Council for…
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Concerns about speeding in the village were highlighted after a recent accident, with discussions on potential solutions like road painting and community speed watch. The Village Hall is seeking fundraising ideas and new committee members to address its current crisis. Residents are encouraged to sign a petition to prevent local…
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Exciting updates include progress on a new village sign and planters, with installation expected by spring. Grant applications for village hall repairs are underway, and there's a warm thank you from the Church for a recent donation. Plus, no objections were raised for local planning applications.
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Exciting updates include plans for new hedge planting in the car park and arrangements for defibrillator training in 2025. Discussions are also underway about the potential sale of the school field, with a meeting planned to explore options.