This was noted.

To note management plans and update reports to follow at a future meeting. This was noted.

POCKET PARK

To note investigations underway with Beacon Academy to form a forest school at Pocket Park

This was noted.

URBAN GRASS CUTTING OPTIONS

To note this will be investigated in the coming year.

This was noted.

BASKETS AND BEDS 2026

To note a Winnie the Pooh theme is being planted.

It was noted that this is not an additional cost to the Council, as the existing planting budget is being utilised.

The installation of the baskets was discussed, and it was agreed that the Clerk will investigate the advantages and disadvantages of purchasing a cherry picker for use by the grounds team.

FINGER POSTS

To note finger post repairs complete

This was noted.

LITTER BINS

To note staff being trained in required competency to install litter bins on the public highway.

This was noted.

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

To note a representative from East Sussex County Council Highways team will be invited after the pre-election period.

This was noted.

To note East Sussex County Council has been contacted about holding bicycle maintenance sessions over the summer.