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Interested in the Town Council Finances? Contact the Clerk Roz Barnett from the 5th of June if you would like to make an appointment to view the accounts.
MAYOR FRANCES BETTS
Welcome from the new town Mayor Frances Betts for 2023-2024
It is a great honour for me to have been appointed as the Town Mayor and I look forward to representing Bungay for the next year.
I moved to Bungay in 2016 having previously run a B&B with my husband in Ilketshall St Lawrence and initially became involved with the council during the pandemic. Having been asked to co ordinate mask making for the town’s residents, I, along with a band of helpers produced an estimated 1500 masks for the elderly and vulnerable in the town. I was also one of the first volunteers to help out with Bungay Emergency Community Support, collecting and delivering shopping and prescriptions.
I found out more about the role the council has in the town during this time. It became clear to me that this was something I could help with. When a vacancy arose, I applied and was co opted on in September 2020. This was all done remotely over Zoom as we were still in periodic lockdowns. I didn’t meet any of the councillors face to face for 6 months!”
In my year I hope to continue the work that has been started by my predecessor and further develop the assets that the council now owns. These include the town hall which we will make accessible to all residents with a newly redesigned museum as well as meeting rooms for hire. We now have several green spaces and will work within the remit of the Neighbourhood Development Plan to improve and update these including the play parks. The centre of the town is also important to me and I will be working to make it more attractive and interesting for residents and tourists alike.
Jordan Hindes has been appointed as deputy mayor for the year ahead and I look forward to working with him.
My thanks go to the outgoing mayor Tony Dawes for all his work in the past year.
10TH MAY 2023
ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
7.00 pm Fisher Theatre, Wednesday 10th of May 2023
In the Chair, the Town Mayor, Cllr Tony Dawes
AGENDA:
1. Town Mayor to welcome those present.
2. Apologies for absence
3. Minutes of previous Meeting – Tuesday 3rd of May 2022
4. Matters arising
5. The Mayor presents the Annual Report – Cllr Tony Dawes
6. To record the Town’s thanks to those councillors that have stood down.
7. Report by County Councillor- Judy Cloke
8. Report by District Councillors – To be confirmed after May election.
9. Police Report – Mid-Suffolk North Safer Neighbourhood Team
10. Reports from organisations and charities within the Town.
11. Electors have the opportunity to ask questions.
12. Any other business
LUNCHTIME CONCERTS 2023
New Programme for 2023
CORONATION BUNTING
BUNGAY CORONATION BUNTING
Can you help with making bunting flags for the Coronation weekend?
There will be packs of fabric with a pattern and full instructions and help to get you started.
Come along, have coffee and cake and pick up a pack.
Emmanuel Hall Orange room Rose lane Bungay
Friday 3rd March 10.00am-12.00pm
WALKING FESTIVAL
The festival kicks off at Thornham Walks on Saturday 13 May with refreshments and 5 launch jaunts. It then runs every day until 28th May. Tickets are on sale 1st March.
Visit www.suffolkwalkingfestival.co.uk for more details of the programme, sign up to regular newsletters, and your buy tickets early!
This year’s Suffolk Walking Festival’s 16-day programme offers over 70 delightful walks over 350 miles across Suffolk’s beautiful landscapes. Walk with an archaeologist in the Valley of the Kings at very heart of an Anglo-Saxon Kingdom. Explore the heart of The Brecks in a unique landscape of gorse-covered sandy chalk soils characterised by purple heathland, tall pines and rare wildlife. Uncover the hidden history of West Stow Country Park. Discover the Island of Secrets on the mysterious Orford Ness. Experience Spring Wildlife at RSPB Minsmere. Meet the Blyth Otter Group watching estuary birds at Hen Reedbeds. Learn about the poet Edward Fitzgerald. Spectacular riverside walks include a River Orwell Ramble, a Martlesham Meander, and Waldringfield Wander along the River Deben. You can also try some Japanese Shinrin-yoku Forest Bathing. And there’s starlit adventure on a woodland night exploration at Sutton Hoo. The brand new 4 day Challenge Walk will take you through five beautiful medieval Wool Towns in South Suffolk!
Back this year are the ever-popular Walk n’ Water River trips with a boat in Sudbury; an exclusive walk with Sweep the sheepdog on Orford Ness; a twilight safari in an ancient woodland; and the intriguing stories of ancient smugglers and shipping routes on Dunwich Heath. Lots of walks for everyone, heritage trails, and foraging walks including cream teas.
CITIZENS ADVICE
Citizens Advice sessions every Tuesday 10am- 12noon at the Town Hall.
Walk-ins welcome
BECOME A COUNCILLOR
What to Local Councils do - Click on the image opposite for more information.
BUNGAY NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN ADOPTED
Bungay residents voted overwhelmingly to accept the Bungay Neighbourhood Development Plan (BNDP) with an acceptance of 85% of the votes cast. John Adams, Chair of the BNDP said “I attended the counting of the votes and it soon became obvious there was a clear acceptance of the plan, the only question was by what margin?”.
This is a great result for Bungay as it will mean extra revenue for Bungay. The estimate being £100,000’s. We have to say a big thank you to all the volunteers and councillors who have worked on this project to bring it to fruition.
We have several projects on which to spend this money ranging from;
Improved community transport using electric vehicles
Upgrading council parks with with modern child and adult activity equipment
Adding land for use as allotments
Support and increase community assets
Promoting a green corridor
Do you support someone with Personality Disorder or Complex Emotional Needs? If yes, please consider joining us on our: Workshop for Carers, Family and Friends Personality Disorder and Complex Emotional Needs
FREE CHRISTMAS PARKING
Shop local this Christmas
STATEMENT ON DRAFT BUDGET
Bungay Town Council Statement on Draft budget 2023- 2024
The Town Council is required by law to prepare a budget to calculate its precept requirement. The Precept is the tax that the Town Council’s charge their local electors to meet their budget requirements.
Town Councils do not receive any direct funding from central government and rely on their Precept plus any other income they generate from services or facilities they provide. The Town Council Precept is part of the Council Tax and is collected from local electors via their Council Tax payments.
The budget must give details of planned expenditure for the financial year ensuring that financial resources are aligned to the priorities of the Council. The Town Council is keen to provide local services for Bungay residents and always provide value for money for the Council Taxpayer.
The Town Council are consulting on the proposed budget for the forthcoming financial year and how the Town Council spends its Community Infrastructure Levy. TO VIEW THE FULL STATEMENT PLEASE CLICK HERE
VACANCY FOR COUNCILLOR
Candidates are asked to read the qualifying criteria and complete the application form click here
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL HIGHWAYS
Fault and problem Reporting. You can report problems such as pot holes, street and traffic lights, overgrown hedges, roads, pavements, parking, speeding, signs, etc by copying either of the following links, or click on the heading to access Suffolk County Councils Reperting Tool.
https://highwaysreporting.suffolk.gov.uk/
https://fixmystreet.com
SUFFOLK COUNTY HIGHWAYS ROAD CLOSURES BUNGAY.
Bridge Street, Bungay - 17th to 21st November - Anglian Water, some carriageway incursion
Earsham Street, Bungay - Closed 8th - 9th December 2022 for sewer repairs
CRAFTY CORNER FREE INFORMAL ART sessions once a fortnight on Tuesday mornings, commencing 8th November 2022 10am to 12 noon at No.8 Market Place, Bungay
ENTRY BY DONATION
The Autumn Series of Lunchtime Concerts St Mary’s Priory Church, Bungay Thursdays 1pm-2pm, Entry by Donation
BUNGAY DEMENTIA SURVEY People in Bungay are being invited to help shape a new project to support people with dementia and memory loss. Click on the title to join the survey.
BUNGAY COMMUNITY CHOIR
BUNGAY COMMUNITY CHOIR is relaunching 26th September 2022. It meets fortnightly, Mondays 6.00pm to 7.30pm at the Riverside Centre, Bungay NR35 1BF
VOLUNTEER AT BUNGAY YOUTH CLUB
VOLUNTEER AT BUNGAY YOUTH CLUB and help make a difference learning new skills, meeting new people and providing support to young people.
BUNGAY YOUNG PERSON SUPPORT YOUTH DROP-IN CENTRE
Bungay Youth Drop-in Centre will be re-opening on Wednesday 14th September, from 6-8pm.
Venue: The Riverside Centre, Bungay NR35 1BF
For more details click on the image or heading to see a recent press article.
Supported by ACCESS Community Trust
ANNIS HILL GREEN COMMUNITY GARDEN PLANS
Are you interested in a community garden being established at Annis Hill Green, Bungay? Groundwork East are working with Bungay Community Support and Annis Hill Green and would welcome your views. Simply click on the heading to join the survey.
CONCLUSION OF AUDIT NOTICE
To view the Annual Governance and Accountability Return, please contact the Town Clerk Roz Barnett on 01986 893292.
Bungay Community Support is available to anyone in Bungay and the neighbouring vilages who needs extra support. Call 0300 365 2995, leave a message and a trained volunteer will call you back.
REDUCING EVERYDAY LIVING COSTS
CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE to receive a copy of this document which contains many useful tips and advice on how to reduce everyday living costs.
BUNGAY SEATED EXERCISE CLASSES every Thursday at Bungay Community Centre. Please click on the image for more details.
Leaf is a safe space where the voices of the local community are listened to and valued.
I am honoured to be elected Mayor of this wonderful town and look forward to working with the new Deputy Mayor, Frances Betts and the rest of the Town Council, our District and County Councillors, our MP and all of the wonderful groups, organisations and associations that support our community. I will do all that I can to make it Better in Bungay.
Tony Dawes.
Bungay's new Main Post Office opened on Friday 29th April 2022. The Post Office is now located at The Bungay Shopper, 2, St. Mary's Street, Bungay NR35 1AX. The Postmaster is Sathasivam, better known by his customers as Raj.
Opening Times:
The Main counter (rear of shop): Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm, Saturday 9am to 1pm.
The Retail counter (front of shop): Monday to Saturday 7am to 6pm, Sunday 8am to 1pm.
We are told that the majority of Post Office services can be obtained from both counters.
Cashpoint Town Hall
Cashpoint at Bungay Town Hall, 1A Broad Street, Bungay NR35 1EE.
Service interuptions and faults are a regularal occurance and we apologise on behalf of our provider for the inconvenience caused. Faults are reported electronically and Bungay Town Council has no control over this. We are informed that the plasticised banknotes on occasions fail to dispense, and whilst the machine is designed to overcome this it often results in a blockage.
The nearest alternative locations for obtaining cash are as follows:
Bungay Post Office, 2, St. Mary's Street, Bungay NR35 1AX (Bungay Shopper) - open Sunday 8am - 1pm.
Bungay Co-op ATM, Hillside Road, East, Bungay NR35 1RX - Oupen 24/7.
FREE SLIPPER SWAP Comfortable warm slippers prevent falls and injuries, so why not exchange your old slippers for a brand new pair for FREE!
BUNGAY RESIDENTS are invited to comment on the local Neighbourhood Plan, ahead of it being submitted for independant examination.
FREE KIDS CLUBS Wednesdays commencing 19th January, 5.30 to 6.30pm.
People in Norfolk and Waveney, experiencing a Mental Health crisis can now benefit from a dedicated car crewed by a Paramedic and a Specialist Mental Health Practitioner. Click on the title above to be directed to their dedicated website page.
The project aimed at brightening up Bungay Town Centre has given some empty shops a new lease of life.
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY FLOODING
Community Flood Group Volunteers Required. Please click on the image for more information.
WILDFIRE AWARENESS There is an extreme risk of fire during the current dry period which continues. Please be vigilant, follow the guidance and dial 999 if you see a fire.
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY FLOOD ALERT
Currently there are no flood alerts for the River Waveney, including Bungay.
THURSDAY 26TH MAY 2022 - FESTIVAL OF SUFFOLK TORCH RELAY COMES TO SUFFOLK
JUBILEE EVENTS IN BUNGAY THURSDAY 2ND TO SATURDAY 4TH JUNE 2022
Click on the title above for more details.
FESTIVAL OF SUFFOLK 21ST JUNE 2022 Order of Events taking place in Bungay (more to come):
10AM TOWN CRIER TO READ THE PROCLAMATION.
10AM - 2PM RADIO SUFFOLK PRESENTING
THE FESTIVAL OF SUFFOLK TORCH RELAY
STREET MEET IN BUNGAY 5TH MAY 2022
The Suffolk Police and Crime Commissioner will be joining the local policing team on Thursday 5th May 2022. Please visit them at Wharton Street Car Park between 1pm and 3pm.
Mental Health Awareness Week 9th - 15th May 2022.
HELP YOUR TOWN
Come to the Fisher Theatre Wednesday 7 September 2022, 6.30- 8.30pm Pop in for a cup of tea or coffee, chat with the Town Councillors and find out what the Town Council does, and how you might get involved.
BUNGAY FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL OCTOBER 2022 including bungay Fringe meals, tastings and tours, an Authors, Artists and Agriculture Exhibition, an inspring film at the Fisher Theatre entitled "Food and Farming in the Waveney Valley", and Bungay's Food and Drink Street Market on Sunday 23rd October.
Public Toilets Priory Lane
BABY CHANGING STATION Public Toilets, Priory Lane. Bungay Town Council is responsible for the upkeep, maintenance and cleaning of the public toilets in both Cross Street and Priory Lane, having recently taken ownership from East Suffolk (District) Council. It is the Town Council's stated aim to maintain these to a high standard, and to improve facilities where practicable, and the introduction of baby changing facilities is the most recent example of this. A recent refurbishment programme, twice daily cleaning, supervision and maintenance are all part of the programme in an attempt to manage these important facilities for both Bungay residents and visitors to our town.
NOMINATE TODAY
BUNGAY CIVIC AWARDS 2022
Nominate a community hero today!
Paper copies of the nomination forms are available from Bungay Town Council, 1A Broad Street, Bungay NR35 1EE
Closing date Friday 30 of September 2022.
THE PROCLAMATION OF KING CHARLES III
ACCESSION OF THE KING
The Proclamation of His Majesty the King Charles III will take place in St. Mary's Churchyard, St. Mary's Street, Bungay NR35 1AX on the afternoon of Sunday 11th September 2022 at 3.30pm.
BOOK OF CONDOLENCE & FLORAL TRIBUTES
A book of condolence is available at St. Mary's Church, Bungay NR35 1AX. The church will be open daily between 10am and 2pm, from Friday 9th September until Monday 19th September 2022. Floral tributes may be laid at either side of the main doors of St. Mary's Church throughout the period of mourning. An online book of condolence can be accessed by clicking on the above heading.
POSTPONED MEETINGS
Bungay Town Bungay Town Council meetings are postponed until after the official mourning period.
The next scheduled full council meeting will be the 29 of September 2022.
BUNGAY EARTHWAKE OUTDOOR CLUB Wednesday 26th October 2022. An environmental club for 8 - 12s'
TRAINEE CLERK
Please contact the Town Clerk for details of the post and an application form.
clerk@bungaytowncouncil.gov.uk
Telephone 01986 894236
Closing Date Monday 10th of October.
REMEBRANCE SUNDAY 13th November 2022. The annual parade will depart from Priory Lane Car Park at 1.40pm and proceed along St. Mary's Street to Market Place, returning to St. Mary's Church where a service of remembrance will commence at 2pm. Following the service the laying of wreaths will take place at the War Memorial.
Free Parking will be available in Bungay's car parks operated by East Suffolk Council from 1pm to 6pm on Sunday 13th November 2022.
BUNGAY POP ALONG
Bungay Pop Along. Come and have a chat with your local Town and District Councillor, Community Connector and East Suffolk's Communities Officer. Tuesdays 1st March, 5th April, 3rd May, 7th June, 5th July, 6th September, 4th October and 1st November 2022 10am - 12pm at Bungay Library.
BUNGAY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON
BUNGAY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON EVENT FRIDAY 18TH NOVEMBER - EVENT STARTS AT 3.25PM, LIGHTS SWITCH-ON AT 4.30PM
SPOT THE ODD ONE OUT CHRISTMAS WINDOW COMPETITION 1st November to 9th december 2022. Spot the 'odd one out' in local shop windows - entry froms can be collected from The Chocolate Box, 6 Market Place NR35 1AW and Bungay Town Hall, 1a Broad Street NR35 1EE.
INDUSTRIAL ACTION COMMENCING WEDNESDAY 16TH NOVEMBER 2022 Refuse crews will be 'working to rule' on 16th, 17th and 18th November 2022. You are asked to present your bins for collection as normal as the impact on the service is uncertain.
BUNGAY EARTHWAKE
BUNGAY ERATHWAKE CLUB, SATURDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 2022, 2 TO 5PM.
BUNGAY CAN VOTE
Please see the attached the Notice of Referendum for the Bungay Neighbourhood Planning Referendum which is scheduled to take place on Thursday 17 November 2022.
LITTER PICK RIVER WAVENEY TRUST
NEW DATE LITTER PICK BUNGAY PREVENTING PLASTIC POLLUTION Saturday 12th November 10am to 12 noon. Please meet at the public car park, Outney Common. Please click on the title above for more information.
