November cont...

Your opinion wanted

Core Strategy Issues Consultation

This covers plans for how many houses we want and where? How much industry? Comment on the draft plan before 6^th Dec

www.n-kesteven.gov.uk/ldf

For further information contact Luke Fleming 01529 308233 or email luke_fleming@n-kesteven.gov.uk and copy to me.

Governors

Navenby Primary School held a presentation for Mr Young, retiring from the governors after 17 years. He has led some big changes in the school and in the village, such as the successful campaign for the pedestrian crossing. This and other nearby schools are seeking new good, local LEA governors. Would anybody be able to spare some time to help? Please let me know if you would like to hear more. It is a great way to contribute to our communities.

Sustainable Village

Our meeting about “What makes Navenby tick?” went well, with a full house of representatives from across the village organisations. There was enormous support for our village community activities and businesses. We were also able to add evidence of need for the Community Centre to gain further support. Report available.

Information

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Roadworks have continued this month but next Sunday should be the last closure for Navenby. They have tried hard to do the work with minimal disruption. I did get called out on Sunday morning and put a sign up at Boothby Graffoe to make it clear that Navenby business was open as usual.

Lincoln Bypass

Government funding delays will force back the start date of building work on Lincoln's £130 million eastern bypass, despite councillors unanimously approving the plans. It was hoped that construction work on the long-delayed 5 mile dual carriageway would begin in 2013. http://tinyurl.com/3yl3wg5

Spending cuts

All local government is expecting a 28-30% cut in grant over the next four years, starting with 2% in year and 7% next. Independents have been calling for management reductions and the first round is out for consultation. As the public sector diminishes, it becomes more important than ever to support local businesses and any voluntary activities.

Future Events

Richard Wilson of Navenby is inviting us all to the Eastgate Centre in Sleaford for their grand Christmas Open Day and fair at 105 East Road, Sleaford on Friday December 3^rd 10.30am-2.30pm. Welcome!

The Branston Christmas Fayre in the village hall is on Sat Dec 4^th.