Decision

The Cllr James Butcher has decided to award £325.00 to replace a ten-year-old mower at the Hawkinge allotments.

Analysis

outcome: The council has awarded £325.00 to replace the mower as repair is not cost-effective.

summary: The decision is about replacing a ten-year-old mower at the Hawkinge allotments due to it not functioning properly.

topline: The Cllr James Butcher has decided to award £325.00 to replace a ten-year-old mower at the Hawkinge allotments.

reason_contentious: This issue is not contentious as it is aimed at maintaining a valued community facility with strong community support.

affected_stakeholders: ["Hawkinge allotment society", "Community members using the allotments"]

contentiousness_score: 1

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://folkestone-hythe.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3634

Decision Maker: Cllr James Butcher - North Downs East

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: Our current mower is ten years old and not functioning properly. We are seeking to replace it, because repair is not cost-effective.

Content: Our current mower is ten years old and not functioning properly. We are seeking to replace it, because repair is not cost-effective. Amount Awarded £325.00   Decision Reason: The Hawkinge allotments are a much valued facility for the community, and have a lot of community support. I’m very happy to support this application in order to help equip the Society for the years ahead.

Date of Decision: July 21, 2026