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JOHN PERRY - Chairman
My background is in economics and finance and I have worked both in the public and private sectors. I have extensive experience of working with government departments and have been the UK representative on a United Nations Agency Panel and various European Committees. I only moved into the Parish in October 2006; although I have spent most of my life in the County. I now want to utilise my background and experience for the work of the Council and I very much look forward to making a contribution to the future success of Staplehurst Parish.
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TOM BURNHAM - Vice Chairman
I moved to Staplehurst in 2000, having driven through it many times over the previous 25 years on the way to the Kent & East Sussex Railway. My children have attended Staplehurst school, and I have used our train service to commute to my job at Guy's Hospital. I am a member of Staplehurst United Reformed Church and the Churches Together in Staplehurst committee. I was co-opted to the Parish Council in May 2007 and was elected as its Vice-Chairman in May 2010. I expect that the Parish Council will have to take over responsibility for more local services in the next few years. It will be a challenge to do this in a way that is both affordable and responsive to residents' needs, but I hope that all sections of our community will eventually enjoy improved amenities.
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MARGARET ARGER - Chairman of Planning Committee
I am honoured to have been elected as Chairman of Planning. We need to work closely with our Borough Councillors and the planning officers to make sure any future development of Staplehurst moves forward in a positive and constructive manner to the benefit of our community.
As the final year of this Parish Council it will be important to encourage greater participation and engagement from you the electorate so an election can take place next May allowing a proper mandate for the decisions your Parish Council takes on your behalf.
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BILL BEST - Member of Amenities Committee
I have lived in Staplehurst for 23 years, am married to Pat and have 4 children. I am delighted to be able to serve on the Parish Council. I look forward to trying to serve the community and enhance the wellbeing of our rural town. My interests in serving on the Parish Council centre on developing opportunities for the village youth and also in promoting the commercial prospects of Staplehurst. I also look forward to further improving communication between the council and everyone in the town. I am also Chair of the Staplehurst Scout Group.
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JOAN BULLER - Member of the Planning Committee
I have lived in Staplehurst since 1978 and been a Parish Council member for 27 years. I have always taken an active part in village life particularly with the Under-five Playgroup and Staplehurst Society. I walk in Staplehurst every day, meeting people and staying aware of the wide variety of public opinions. Formerly a school governor, I also taught at the local primary school until early retirement. I am a founder member and Treasurer of the Neighbourhood Watch Scheme, I instigated and now organise with my husband, the weekly meetings of the Staplehurst Interest Group. I am a member of the Staplehurst Library Users Group and I do voluntary work in the library. Among my roles for the Parish Council, I am the Speed Watch Liaison Councillor and assist on the Staplehurst Partnership, Rural Settlement, Update, Publicity and Website Groups.
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PAUL BUTCHER - Member of the Planning and Amenities Committees
As a resident for 25 years and running a local business, I understand day to day problems of local people affecting this parish. I represent the Parish Council on the Police/Parish Forum, Churchyard Liaison and am also Chairman of Staplehurst Youth Club and play an active role in running the club.
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JENNY FAIRFAX
Jenny Fairfax was co-opted on 19th July 2010 to stand again as a Staplehurst Parish Councillor. New write-up awaited.
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John Kelly - Member of the Planning Committee
.I have lived in Kent for 32 years and finally moved to Staplehurst in September, 2001. I retired from the public sector in 2009, having worked in Kent and throughout the UK. My interest in planning matters, led me to join the Rural Settlement Group. I was subsequently co-opted onto the Parish Council in May, 2010. I hope to use my knowledge and experience in guiding the future development of Staplehurst Village, for the benefit of the whole community. I therefore seek to ensure effective communication between the Council and everybody in the village, including those outside who may be considering moving to Staplehurst.
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PAUL KELLY - Member of Planning and Amenities Committees
Having moved my business and home to the village in 1996, I have sat as a member of the Parish Council since 2000. During this time I have been involved with the ‘Carnival and Fete’ and ‘Youth Club’ committees and hopefully have been of some help! In 2002, I took on board a Governorship at Staplehurst Primary. This is a most enjoyable, if not challenging post!
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JAMES FRODSHAM
James Frodsham was co-opted to stand as a Parish Councillor to Staplehurst Parish Council on 19th July 2010. Write up and photograph awaited.
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ROGER MUNN - Member of the Amenities Committee
I have lived and worked in Staplehurst for most of my life, as a farmer. This has given me a sound knowledge of the local area. I am married with two children, who have now left home. I am representing the Parish Council on Jubilee Sports Field, Headcorn Aerodrome and Churchyard Liaison committees.
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JOHN REARDON - Member of the Amenities Committee
I have lived in this village since 1999. I am married with two children, both attending the local primary school. I was co opted onto the Parish Council in 2004. I currently work as a Diagnostic Testing Officer for BT Wholesale on shift work. This allows me more time in the village to assist in the day to day running of the Parish Council and any community issues that arise. I am currently on the Amenities Committee, Finance Group and Web Site/Publicity Group. My aim over the next year is to work with other Parish Council members to further develop the Village Web Site and other publicity issues. I also, like many others, am working to preserve this village, as a village.
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MATT SANKEY - Member of Amenities Committees
I am the director of my own media and events company in Staplehurst. My passion for people and social events has driven my career choices, and the same passion inspired me to stand for co-option on the Parish Council. I enjoy all forms of artistic expression and I value education’s potential to enrich and enhance the lives of all ages and would seek to support this within the community. I believe the village should ensure it’s young people and young adults have access to constructive and enriching experiences and equally these groups should understand the Villages expectations from them. Full contacts available at http://sites.google.com/site/councillorsankey/
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RORY SILKIN
Rory Silkin was co-opted to stand as a Parish Councillor to Staplehurst Parish Council on 19th July 2010. Write up and photograph awaited.
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PETER SPEARINK - Member of Planning Committee
Married with two grown up children, I have lived in Kent since 1973 and in Staplehurst since 1983. Recently retired I now have more time for daytime Council affairs. I take great interest in my Planning Committee work. I have been active in the field of disability disadvantage and local transport matters. I believe that Staplehurst should be more forward looking and accept that it is now a town not a village.
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