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Rayne Parish Council News Archive
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The Amenity Space Committee are working hard to ensure that the area is properly developed and managed and safe for use. However until various surveys of trees etc have been conducted, regrettably, the public are not allowed to use this new area.
A Planning application has now been submitted to Braintree Council for change of use, Application Number 11/00238/FUL
Rayne Parish council would like to publicly thank Jeremy Potter for his work on the Planning Application which was undertaken in his spare time and at no cost to the village. |
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Parish Councillors and villagers met to discuss the way forward in implementing a new and updated Parish Plan for Rayne.
The original Parish Plan, which involved a household survey of views within the village, was published in 2005 and has been instrumental in helping the Parish Council take decisions about the future of Rayne and its environs. It has helped in planning applications, grant funding applications and has been a hugely successful document. Many of the action points have now been completed and as a result, the Parish Council are now taking the opportunity to update the plan.
Central to a new plan would be incorporating parts of the governments new proposed "Localism Bill" which appears, at first glance, to present interesting opportunities for the village.
Any villagers interested in being part of the group are welcome to join.
We are looking to have around eight members on the group so if you are looking for an opportunity to help shape the Village's future please contact the Clerk via the "Contact Us" button above to register your interest.
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This years Parish Council Citizenship Awards were presented at the Councils Annual Assembly held on the 24th May in the Old School Room.
In a change from past years 2010 has seen a business chosen for recognition for the first time.
Rayne Post Office fills a very important role in the life of the village. If you need a bar of chocolate, road tax, or a package sent to the North Pole Rayne Post Office is the place to go. For many older people the Post Office is a vital lifeline in their daily life. Therefore the Parish council takes great pleasure in recognizing the hard work and dedication that Amrita, Annie and all of the staff put in to keep this essential facility running.
Our second presentation was made to Barry Mouser of Rayne Cricket Club. For more years than he may care to remember Barry has tended and nurtured the Wicket on the playing field. In addition Barry has also worked to maintain the playing field in general. The inscription on his award reads "In recognition of his contribution to the life of the village of Rayne for many years as voluntary groundsman to Rayne Cricket Club"
Our congratulations to all recipients of this years awards.
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The Awards were presented by Cllr Martyn Phillips, chair of the Parish council.
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Martyn presents the certificate to Amrita and Annie from Rayne Post Office |
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Barry Mouser of Rayne Cricket club accepts his Certificate from Martyn Phillips |
This years Parish Council Citizenship Awards were presented at the Councils
Annual Assembly held on the 18th May in the village Hall.
The first award was made to Mrs Liz MacNee.
Liz was nominated "In recognition of her kindness in visiting the elderly
in the village and offering support to vulnerable people, who have received
help and assistance as a result of her actions".
The Second award to was presented to "The Friends of the Flitch Way".
They were nominated "Thanking the group for keeping the Flitch Way and
other footpaths maintained and in use for the whole village"
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The Awards Were presented by Cllr Pat Roberts,as Vice Chair, in
the absence of Chairman Martyn Phillips.
The third of this years awards was given to the Rev Philip Meader at his
retirement service a few weeks earlier. |
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| Cllr Pat Roberts presents Liz with her award. |
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Peter Lane Accepts the award on behalf of the Friends of the Flitch Way
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| RAYNE SAYS GOODBYE TO PHILIP |
After some thirteen years as Rector of the United Benefice of Panfield and
Rayne The Reverend Philip Meader has retired.
The event was marked by a Service held at All Saints, Rayne, with Tea served in
the Old School Room afterwards.
The Parish Council took the opportunity to present Philip with a Citizenship
Award for his dedication and hard work in the Parish.
The Award was presented by Council Chairman Martyn Phillips and we all wish
Philip and his wife Veronica, a long and happy retirement.
Galliard Homes are still pressing for their "Eco" town on the
location of Boxted Wood which is to the west of the Parish. The site is between
Blake End and Stebbing Green and will have consequences for Rayne.
Still describing it as Eco Friendly the proposal is for
4,500 homes, shops, schools, healthcare and employment.
It is believed that Galliard has options for other land that would increase
this development to at least 10,000 homes, indeed their previous exhibition
stated 10,000.
Although both Braintree District Council and Uttlesford
District Council have stated that they are against this proposal it is most
likely that the final decision will come from Central Government.
Stebbing Parish Council understand that Galliard Homes are being advised on
development of this site by Scott Wilson who are the governments advisers on
future development in the East of England.
Apparently the recent exhibitions were to update Galliard's
"Master Plan Vision". Also stated is that they are "committed to
obtaining local input" so this is your chance to express your views.
contact Russ Pearson on 08456 015432
e-mail feedback@boxtedwood.com
www.boxtedwood.com
Rayne Parish council has also recently submitted an objection to proposed
Minerals Extraction works located at Broadfields Farm in Rayne .
This Area, designated 'A9' by ECC is estimated to yield over 4.2 million tons
of gravel from an area of 90 hectares over a period of fourteen years.
Access will be by road.
Further details may be found here
Here.
A map of the site can be viewed by clicking
Here
Reasonably heavy snow, well heavy for Essex at least, fell overnight on the
1-2nd Feb. As far as we can tell there have been no major problems in the
village and it seems that those who decided to avoid travelling to work made
the most of their time off walking around the village as I don't think I have
ever seen quite so many people out and about in one day !
The conditions made for some pretty views of the village and many were out
seen taking photos, one of whom was Andy, who posted his shots on the Village
Forum and has kindly given permission for them to be re-posted here.
All Saints Church
More of Andy's pictures may be found by clicking this
link.
| RAYNE VILLAGE VISITED BY LADY NEWTON |
Cllr Lady Newton, chairman of Braintree District Council visited Rayne on a
fact finding mission on Thursday 18th September.
For details of the visit please click HERE
The Parish Council has asked Essex County Council to provide double yellow
lines to junctions around the school, Shalford Road and Brunwin Road. This
regrettable step has been taken as inconsiderate parking restricts the view of
both motorists and pedestrians. Such markings will allow the Police to take the
necessary enforcement action should people continue to park in these locations.
Hopefully this will increase the safety of pedestrians and motorists. Essex
County Council will consult residents before the lines are introduced. The
Parish Council does not expect objections as there have been no comments
resulting from articles in the Parish Magazine or from parishioners at Parish
Council meetings.
Ok, not a Parish Council matter really but a couple of councillors were
involved !
We have a young Barn Owl in the village. It had probably been disturbed and
had to be returned to its nest, before this was done the opportunity was taken
to photograph it.
The owl was totally unperturbed throughout all of its little 'adventure' and
sat quite happily to have its photo taken.
Afterwards the youngster was returned to its rightfull place none the worse
for wear. Lets us hope that it spends many happy years hunting around the
village.
As many of you will know the Parish Council has been trying for some time to
purchase the land adjoining the Playing Field know as Oak Meadow.
Unfortunately we have been unsuccessful in our attempt to purchase Oak
Meadow and ownership of the land remains with the family trust, as before. We
would like to thank everyone for their support in pursuing this purchase,
especially those who offered to lend money, should that have been necessary. If
the land returns to the open market, the Parish Council will consider its
purchase. Additional amenity space is required and the Parish Council will
pursue other avenues although this is likely to be a lengthy process.
Many thanks to those of you who stopped by to
visit the Councils table at the Village Fete on Sunday.Our apologies to
visitors to the table during the early part of the event who found not a Parish
councillor manning the table but his wife. This was due to him being called
away to rectify a problem elsewhere, so our thanks to Mrs Rawlings for
undertaking this task !
As promised "Sasha" made an appearance and turned up not with her
trailer, but a flail mower attached, obviously she was keen to show off her
versatility ! |
"Sasha" |
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We have recently upgraded the council computer systems.
Click here for information
Rayne wins the Regional and then the National Calor Village of the Year Award
ICT Category
Village of the Year
| Development Of Boxted Wood |
There is a proposal for development of Boxted Wood which will provide at
least 3,000 homes in Uttlesford and 1,500 homes for Braintree with a
possibility of numbers rising to 10,000. The site is between Blake End and
Stebbing Green and will have consequences for Rayne.
A recent announcement has declared that a site at Elsenham has been chosen
for Uttlesford, however, this is unlikely to mean that the Boxted Wood
development proposal has just "gone away".
NEW! A short video clip of the foundry chimney being demolished can be found
on the "Foundry News" page.
BDC Approve Foundry Development
For details please click on the link below.
Foundry News.
Plans of the approved development may be found on the Braintree District
Council website. Pl ease go to the Planning Page on this site to find the
application number and follow the link for BDC planning page.Enter the
Application number into the appropriate box and all documents relating to this
development will be shown.For convenience a copy of the site plan has been
added to the Foundry News page, found from the link above.
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