Scopwick Parish Council News - Autumn 2009

The Parish Clerk has tended her resignation due to a house move to another area of the country. As such, the council are seeking a new clerk to take over the role. The position is for 6 hours per week, working from home, and is basically to carry out the administration of the parish council. If you think you may be interested and would like more information, please contact David Nelson, Chairman, on 01526 322292.

Much to your credit, the parish has been put through to the second round of the Best Kept Village Competition run by Community Lincs. Last year the parish was placed second in its category so let's hope that this year you are even more successful. Keep your fingers crossed!

A Parish Litter Picker has now been employed to maintain the high standards of cleanliness in Scopwick and Kirkby Green. You will no doubt see him from time to time working in the villages.

The parish council are in regular contact with Lincolnshire County Council Highways Department. Recently the uneven surface of the footpath on Heath Road between the garage and the Granaries has been reported and Highways have programmed the work for late Autumn. The deep ruts in Trundle Lane have been caused by motor bike 'joy riding' and the lane is now almost impassable. This matter has been reported to the Footpaths Officer and the local police have been informed of the problem and are keeping an eye out for offenders. A request has been made by a resident of Kirkby Green for kerb edges and a path in Main Street. Members were keen to support this request which has now been passed to Highways for their consideration.

The parish council have approved improvements to the structure of the bus shelter on Heath Road which will increase protection from the elements.

The launch of the new Treasure Trail in Scopwick took place on the evening of the 15 July with 26 people in attendance. It was a beautiful and tranquil evening and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. It is hoped that this new asset to the community will give much pleasure over the coming years.

A number of requests for the provision of allotment gardens have been received and the possibility of providing land for this purpose is being actively pursued.