Elected by the Community to Edition 7 Newsletter Serve Whitehill and Bordon March 2019

Cllr L Webber, Mayor

FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH Welcome to our latest Newsletter. The Town Council plays an important part in delivering local services to I have had a busy time since becoming Mayor last May. For example residents with the additional attending many events, meeting with the Chairman of East Hampshire responsibility of actively engaging in the District Council (EHDC), attending the Golden Bolt event at the new town’s regeneration. As a result, the secondary school, the opening of the BOSC, the Silver Spade event for the Council is faced with the challenge of new leisure centre and most recently the opening of the new A325 relief providing a sustainable budget, to manage current assets, and to allow road, as well as being invited to many events put on by the local groups growth to meet the needs of the rising and charities. population. Whitehill Town Council were also involved in the Car Show held at the The Council operates a strong ‘financial BOSC, as well as the classic cars and bikes, it gave a chance for my chosen stewardship & value for money ethos’ charity, The Rosemary Foundation, to raise some funds. and acknowledges the impact of any precept increase on residents. We are The proudest event I’ve attended was the Remembrance Service which pleased to announce that we have was organised by the Town Council with the help of The Royal British achieved a 0% increase on your 2019 Legion and other partners - thank you to everyone who helped to make precept. The total precept is £405,000 = £88.12 per average Band D household. the day such a success. This is such an exciting time for the town and its residents with so much 2019 ELECTIONS more to look forward to. All Councils are led by democratically elected councillors who set the vision and direction and represent their local community. Elections for all East Hampshire District Council Wards and all Town and Parishes within the East Hampshire area are scheduled to take place on Thursday 2 May 2019. Following the recent Ward Boundary Review that was carried out by the Local Government Boundary Commission, the Whitehill & Bordon elections will be for the 3 new wards:

Top row left to right—Cllr T Muldoon, Cllr A Tree, Cllr R Russell, Cllr C Mitchell, Whitehill Chase Cllr D Sanders, Cllr L Scott, Andrea Mann, Former Town Clerk, David Melsome, Deputy (2 EHDC seats/7 WTC seats) Town Clerk Whitehill Hogmoor & Greatham Bottom row left to right—Cllr I Georgii, Cllr M Davison, Cllr C Leach, Cllr L Webber, (2 EHDC seats/5 WTC seats) Cllr S Pond, Cllr A Carew Whitehill Pinewood Cllr M Davison, Leader (1 EHDC seat/3 WTC seats) With local elections due in May, I am sure Whitehill Town Council will look Further details can be found at somewhat different. With new councillors elected, and seasoned councillors www.easthants.gov.uk/elections-may- re-elected, the Councils priorities will undoubtably change. Residents, you can 2019 help steer Councils priorities by getting out and voting in the upcoming elections, so please make sure you are registered to vote if eligible. Town Councillors are volunteers who are not paid for their Council work. If you 2019 also looks to be a time of physical change for Whitehill and Bordon, with are interested in standing as a the new A325 relief road opened in January this year, a brand new multi-million councillor, you can find out further pound school to open for the start of the new school year in September, and with details at www.beacouncillor.co.uk a new Leisure Centre to open a little time later. These projects will be of enormous benefit to us all, and a fantastic investment for the future of the town. BORDON INCLOSURE MANAGEMENT OF GREEN SPACES, It has now been 3 years since the OUTDOOR AREAS AND FACILITIES Town Council took over the DEVELOPER CONTRIBUTIONS BOARDWALK management of Bordon Inclosure. FUNDING SUCCESS! The site was transformed into a The project to Suitable Alternative Natural Developers' contributions totalling install a raised Greenspace (SANG) to support the £1 million have been set aside to fund new homes at Quebec and boardwalk at the community projects in Whitehill & Bordon. Louisburg, designed to attract nature reserve visitors and dog walkers from the Community groups were given the chance at the rear of new homes to minimise the to apply for these funds last September Savile Crescent which can be used towards Community impact on the neighbouring allotment site is Special Protection Areas. Facilities, Sport and Leisure and Open complete. The Space/Play Areas. Whitehill Town Council The day-to-day management has submitted 3 applications and we are work undertaken been passed to the Deadwater now enables Valley Trust (DVT) through a pleased to announce that all 3 were residents to service level agreement. Three successful. complete a walk years on, now that many of the A drinking water fountain will be installed new homes are occupied, we asked towards Camp in the new skatepark plus an improved the Trust what the site looks like Road without pathway from the new boardwalk behind now and how residents are using fear of becoming submerged in a the site? Savile Crescent allotments to the A325, and providing an alternative green route from particularly boggy area! The the east of the town to the new Mill Chase construction was completed in the late Academy. summer of 2018 with the Developers’ Contributions and has proved to be very Funding was also allocated to improve Mill Chase Recreation Ground playing pitches. popular with walkers and joggers using This project will be developed in the area on foot. This links in to a larger conjunction with East Hampshire District S106 project, where the entire route will Council. be improved.

Adam Taylor, Countryside Ranger DIPPING PLATFORM PLANTERS from the DVT says: “A lot has changed in the Bordon Inclosure Following on from the major project to The Council were pleased to launch a over the last three years! The reduce the invasive crassula plants in project in conjunction with the Future woodland has really bounced back Hollybrook Pond, the Council has Skills Centre, whose students from the initial improvement constructed 6 new planters for the Town works, and the site is looking further enhanced the area by installing a greener than ever. Our rangers and dipping platform. The structure is Council. These are situated at the volunteers continue to work hard constructed from seasoned oak secured Station Road crossroads and Petersfield to manage and improve the site, on three sides, with removable panels to Road near Whitehill Village Hall. and their efforts are evident throughout the Inclosure. It has allow water from within the pond to be Built using seasoned oak, they are a vast become an extremely popular spot ‘dipped’ and analysed for the wildlife it improvement to the previous planters for local dog walkers and sustains. that had reached the end of their useful ramblers, with a variety of life. An event morning was held in beautiful walking routes to choose The Council hope that local schools will, October 2018 when Council Officers and from. The site is also enjoyed as an at a future date, outdoor learning resource by many Members planted up bulbs and bedding Scouting and school groups, who be able to use the ready for some Spring cheerfulness. come to learn about nature and platform for part wildlife from our rangers. The of their nature Inclosure is fast gaining a studies. Dipping reputation as an excellent event space, with a wide range of events equipment will hosted throughout the year by be made various community organisations. available by the We can’t wait to see what the next Town Council for three years will bring!” use at the pond. IN THE HEART OF THE TOWN GRANTS TO COMMUNITY ORGANISATIONS WHITEHILL & BORDON The Council regularly works in partnership with other community groups and commits COMMUNITY TRUST to supporting them financially through two grant schemes totalling £54,000 per year. The Whitehill & Bordon Community Trust Each application is carefully evaluated to ensure that community funds are sensibly (WBCT) are pleased to announce that they allocated to organisations who can ensure the funding provides direct community will be taking on the management and benefit. delivery of the Hogmoor Community Some of the organisations benefitting in 2018 were: Buildings at the Hogmoor Inclosure. The WBCT will operate these buildings on The Phoenix Theatre & Arts Centre - £19,000, Citizens Advice - £5,000, Homestart Weywater - £3,000, Furniture Helpline - £3,000 and Woolmer Heritage Society - behalf of the community, providing a £2,000. Community Café, an Education/Outdoor Learning Space, public toilets (including the Full details of the Council’s major and minor grant schemes can be found at town’s first changing places facility), and a www.whitehilltowncouncil.gov.uk community garden for local residents and their families to grow food. Rob Allerston, Director at The Phoenix Theatre & Arts Centre said: “Hampshire’s friendliest little venue, The Phoenix Theatre & Arts Centre has often been described as The Trust are eager to hear from members the jewel in Whitehill & Bordon’s crown. We take great pride in the work we do, with a of the public on what they would like to see theatre programme that now includes famous comedians, award-winning plays, live from the site, so will be holding Community original music, dance, family entertainment and film. Our comprehensive schedule of Consultations for local people to put creative classes and workshops supports our Arts4All banner, constitutionally led and forward their ideas, make suggestions and at the heart of everything we do. have a role in the development of the site. The staff, trustees and volunteers of The Phoenix Theatre & Arts Centre are very These consultations will take place at the grateful that Whitehill Town Council have continued to support our work with the Hogmoor Community Buildings in the award of a major grant in 2018. We anticipate playing an ever increasingly important Hogmoor Inclosure between 10am and 4pm role in the life and wellbeing of the community of Whitehill & Bordon and as such we on both Saturday 9 March and Sunday 10 promise to continue to serve the community and Council that have shown such faith in March 2019. us for many years.”

REMEMBRANCE SERVICE representatives from the Police and Fire services. All standing together to respect those lost. ” On Sunday 11 November 2018 the town's war memorial was host to the Remembrance Service to commemorate The Council thank Mr David Chescoe for making the the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War. Silent Soldier Hundreds of residents, community groups and military statues free of personnel joined together to remember. charge, Future Skills Centre for Mayor, Cllr Mrs Leslie Webber says: manpower and installation, "Myself and my fellow Councillors were very proud to be Goldburn Finishes part of the Remembrance Service on Sunday. There was for sandblasting such a delightful mix of people, Military, both serving and powder and retired, young cadets, and those from the scouts and coating the statues. guides and their younger members, as well as

WORKING FOR THE COMMUNITY SKATE JAM SUMMER ACTIVITY DAY

This year the Mayor has chosen The Rosemary What a fantastic day at the Skatejam on 22 July It was a pleasure spending time with the Foundation as her nominated charity (Registered Charity No. 1064723) 2018! Children & families enjoyed coaching & Whitehill & Bordon community at the Whitehill displays from Team Extreme with music & Bordon Town Partnership Summer Activity The Rosemary Foundation is a Charity providing a from Disco Darren. Thank you to the Whitehill & Day on Saturday 11 August 2018. ‘Hospice at Home’ service in Petersfield and the surrounding towns and villages. It is intended to help Bordon Regeneration - Prince Philip Park for patients in the latter stages of life threatening helping us to all celebrate. conditions.

This service offers practical help, nursing care, emotional and counselling support, together with day and night sitting service and trained nurses available 24 hours a day. Care continues through the first year of bereavement.

The Rosemary Foundation receives no statutory funding but provides a valuable service at no cost to the patient or their family. EDUCATION

BORDON FUTURE SKILLS CENTRE (Text provided by Steve Gilder, Manager, Future Skills Centre) The Bordon Future Skills Centre (FSC) continues to go from strength to strength as we approach the half way stage of our second academic year. The first year yielded success rates of 97% and an attendance rate of 92%, both figures being well above national averages for construction courses. We had 25 students in Year 1 which has increased to 69 in Year 2 - this includes 23 apprentices working for companies operating in the local community. A number of the Year 2 students progressed from their first year onto higher level courses or into apprenticeships at the FSC. We continue to engage with employers through our work experience programme and visits to construction projects. We are also working alongside county, district and parish Councils, as well as community organisations in enrichment activities to ensure that students at the FSC get the best experience and making them ‘employment ready’. For further information and to apply for courses starting in September 2019, visit www.bcot.ac.uk/bordonfsc

NEW SCHOOL As well as a broad and diverse range of teaching and learning spaces, the new school will incorporate improved sports facilities: A new home for Mill Chase Academy including a flood-lit, all weather pitch and six indoor badminton Sited to the north of what will be the relocated town centre (on courts. Budds Lane, Bordon), on land formerly owned by the Ministry of Mill Chase Academy is recognised by Ofsted as a good school with Defence, a brand new, 900-place secondary school will be Mill ‘an ethos of high expectations and aspiration which is central to Chase Academy’s new home, set to cost approximately £30 the life of the school’ and ‘teachers who are passionate about million to build. doing the best for their pupils’ and where ‘pupils make The County Council is investing £10 million towards the total cost increasingly good progress’. The number of applications to the of constructing the new school facility. The balance of funding school is currently growing. includes contributions from the Whitehill and Bordon Completion of the new school facility is due in summer 2019 to Regeneration Company and other housing developers, Homes allow the Mill Chase Academy to move to its new home in the England, East Hampshire District Council, and the Education and autumn term. Skills Funding Agency.

ROADS A New Year brings a new road to a vibrant community for More information is on the Hampshire County Council’s website: future generations https://www.hants.gov.uk/news/7januarywhitehillbordon.

Hampshire County Council’s new £27 million Whitehill and A video of the completed Relief Road is linked to the scheme web Bordon Relief Road, which will support the regeneration of the pages. town, has been officially opened by Councillor Rob Humby, Hampshire County Council’s Executive Member for Environment £3.4 million Budds Lane improvement scheme given the and Transport, and Dave Axam, Chair, Enterprise M3 Local green light Enterprise Partnership. Hampshire County Council was able to deliver the Relief Road Plans to upgrade Budds Lane in Whitehill and Bordon to facilitate project with funding and support of partners: the new Mill Chase Academy building have been given the go ahead. • Enterprise M3 Local Enterprise Partnership Councillor Rob Humby, Hampshire County Council’s Executive • Homes England Member for Environment and Transport said: “We are committed • Defence Infrastructure Organisation working in partnership with East Hampshire District Council and • East Hampshire District Council the Enterprise M3 Local Enterprise Partnership to support the successful regeneration of Whitehill and Bordon. We are working • Whitehill and Bordon Regeneration Company on transport improvements to integrate new developments with the existing town and encourage walking and cycling to help The new road will: Whitehill and Bordon become a Green and Healthy Town. This will • Provide a free flowing alternative to the A325 and relieve complement the recent completion of the new relief road, which traffic congestion provides access to new housing developments and a free-flowing • Give access to the new housing development alternative to the former A325.” • Reduce traffic on the existing A325 More information is on Hampshire County Council’s website: • Bring the community closer together https://www.hants.gov.uk/news/1Feb2019BuddsLane

You can keep up-to-date with Whitehill & Bordon’s regeneration at www.whitehillbordon.com or by emailing [email protected]

NEWS FROM THE WHITEHILL & BORDON HAMPSHIRE’S GREEN TOWN REGENERATION COMPANY

Whitehill & Bordon New Town Centre Plans Move Work has started on brand new leisure centre Forward Residents of Whitehill & Bordon will soon be staying fit Delivery of the new town centre has taken major strides and healthy in the town’s brand new £10 million leisure forward with the development plans being granted centre. planning consent and the first major occupiers and Work has now started on the site and the moment was operators confirmed. marked with a ‘silver spade’ event in December where East The town centre is expected to open in stages between late Hampshire District Council (EHDC), leisure centre Autumn 2020 and Easter 2021. The approved plans operator Everyone Active, construction firm Metnor and include a six-screen cinema, an indoor market and pop-up the Whitehill & Bordon partnership gathered to celebrate stalls, an arts and heritage centre, offices, around 20 shops the work that will bring a fantastic new centre to the town. and restaurants, a new foodstore and 170 residential units. It will include a six-lane pool, teaching pool, 80-station There will also be up to 1,085 car parking spaces, and over gym with the latest cardiovascular and resistance 7,000 square meters of public open space areas, including equipment, fitness studio and spinning bikes with a town park, upper and lower town squares and an arrival high-tech virtual spinning. square. The modern, well-equipped and environmentally minded The cinema will be operated by The Big Picture and will leisure centre will be part of the new town centre, which also feature an outdoor screen for summer events. The Big will also feature shops, businesses space and other Picture has experience of managing major cinema projects community facilities. across the UK and Europe and will operate the town’s cinema under an independent brand name. The town is a NHS Healthy New Town and is trying to make it easy for residents to be as healthy as possible and At the heart of the town centre will be Makers Market, this brand new leisure centre will help to achieve that. Street Food Scene and Themed Outdoor Markets, operated by Market Asset Management. Makers Market will provide a vibrant, alternative retail, business and food offering, A healthier town than ever before with entertainment, street food and covered market facilities. Whitehill & Bordon residents are finding it easier to live healthier, more active lifestyles thanks to the many Within the Makers Market building will be a new business Healthy New Town (HNT) initiatives that are being set hub, which will offer a range of spaces for small business up across the town. owners, including individual offices, co-working areas, rentable meeting rooms and a roof-top bar. It will be Nearly three years ago, Whitehill & Bordon was selected operated by Oxford Innovations, which already successfully by NHS England as one of 10 towns across England to be runs BASE Bordon Innovation Centre. part of a national pilot that aims to show how towns can be designed to make it easy to be healthy. Plans for the new health hub are in the latter design stages, and are expected to be finalised by the summer, with a view EHDC has worked with a range of partners to bring lots to opening at the same time as the town centre. of fantastic opportunities for residents of all ages to be active, eat more healthily, improve their mental health Cllr Ferris Cowper, EHDC’s Portfolio Holder for Whitehill and get out and about in the town. & Bordon, said: “This is wonderful news and something our residents will be very excited to hear.” The HNT programme has recently been responsible for supplying balance bikes and training to six schools in the “The town centre will be a spectacular development at the town and providing adult scooters to the schools so heart of the town’s regeneration. It will be a place where parents can scoot to school with their children. Other people can meet for work or for leisure, a place to shop, to activities have included working with school children to walk, to grab a bite to eat or to catch a film or a show.” create Christmas cards for people who felt lonely or isolated over the festive period. “There has been a lot of hard work to get us to this point and there’s more to come – but soon people will be able to see all this come to reality for themselves and that is what is so exciting for me.” YOUR COUNCILLORS

WHITEHILL CHASE Cllr Mark Davison [email protected]

Cllr Ian Georgii [email protected]

Cllr Sally Pond [email protected]

WHITEHILL DEADWATER Cllr Colin Leach [email protected]

Cllr Tony Muldoon [email protected]

Cllr Andy Tree [email protected]

WHITEHILL HOGMOOR Cllr Phillip Davies [email protected]

Cllr Chris Mitchell [email protected]

Cllr Roger Russell [email protected]

WHITEHILL PINEWOOD Cllr Duncan Sanders [email protected]

Your Organization Cllr Leeroy Scott Primary Business Address Your Address Line 2 Your Address Line 3 [email protected] Your Address Line 4

Phone: 555-555-5555 Fax: 555-555-5555 E-mail: [email protected] WHITEHILL WALLDOWN Cllr Adam Carew [email protected]

Cllr Lynn Malikoff-Johnston [email protected] Cllr Leslie Webber [email protected]

March 2019 WHITEHILL TOWN COUNCIL 11 March, 7:00pm—Planning & Highways Committee The Forest Community Centre, 18 March, 7:30pm—Full Council Pinehill Road, Bordon, Hampshire 25 March, 7:30pm—Policy & Resources Committee GU35 0BS April 2019 Tel: 01420 473123 1 April, 7:00pm—Planning & Highways Committee Email: [email protected] 1 April, 8:00pm—Amenities Committee 15 April, 7:30pm—Full Council Website: www.whitehilltowncouncil.gov.uk

23 April, 7:30pm—Planning & Highways Committee @whitehilltowncouncil.gov.uk 29 April 7:30pm—Policy & Resources Committee