decided to include this topic in the agenda for the forthcoming Strengthening Local Relationships (SLR) meeting with East Sussex County Council.

MOTIONS FROM COUNCILLORS

Cllr Everitt

• That this committee requests officers to bring forward a proposal on how the Council could increase the use of perennials and bulbs within its planting schemes, setting out the potential benefits, cost implications, and options for implementation.

The motion was discussed, with members acknowledging that the town's floral displays are consistently appreciated by residents, emphasising that any new scheme should maintain this positive reception.

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RESOLVED to delegate authority to the Grounds Team the authority to design and implement a new planting scheme.

LITTERBINS

It was noted. The necessary license for the installation of a new dual recycling bin on Bridge Road has been obtained; however, the Grounds team is unable to proceed due to East Sussex County Council regulations requiring a specialized installer. Consequently, officers are in the process of obtaining quotes from contractors to facilitate the installation on behalf of the Council. Additionally, the feasibility of adding a second bin is currently under review, with an update expected at the next meeting.

Members noted the request for an extra bin at the Croft Road bus stop, which frequently overflows. It was clarified that this bin belongs to Wealden District Council, and it was agreed that the Clerk would reach out to WDC to request an increase in the frequency of emptying.

While members acknowledged the problem of litter and its negative impact on the street scene and environment, it was agreed that rather than continually adding more bins—which incurs significant costs along with increased emptying expenses—it would be more effective to focus on educating the public about responsible litter disposal and encouraging them to take their waste home.

PARKING

Members recognized the ongoing issue of vehicles parking on the pavement along the High Street. It was observed that the layby intended for taxis is no longer in use by Hackney Carriages, as they have ceased operations in the town. To mitigate the problem of pavement parking, it was proposed that all laybys on the High Street be repurposed as disabled parking spaces.

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RESOLVED to delegate authority to the Clerk to request East Sussex County Council redesignate the laybys on the High Street as disabled bays.