1 November 2022

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Mayoral Reception to Recognise Community Champions

 

Town Mayor Cllr Adam Peacock held a reception on 18^th October at East Court Mansion.  The guests comprised some of the unsung heroes of the community, people who have not been acknowledged but work hard to improve our community and the lives of others.

This was an inaugural reception and the Town Mayor said “It is a lovely way to say thank you and to make sure that people who do work hard are recognized.   There are many schemes for acknowledging people’s contribution, yet still many are left out.  I wanted to hold a reception for a few of these people to let them know that they are appreciated”.  The names came up as those who do not appear to have been nominated for other accolades despite playing significant roles in the Town.

Mingling with the Councillors at the event were:

Rev Andrew Hawken – St Swithuns church

Lisa Mcnamra – The Old Dunnings Pub

Lee Walker – Imberhorne School Head Teacher

Jo Meloni – Sackville School Head Teacher

Eva Sonneveld – East Grinstead Mums

James Lawson – What’s happening in East Grinstead

Steve Hill – Head of year 7 – Imberhorne School

Paul Johnson – Chair of Disability Access

Bob Shelley – Chair East Grinstead Sports Council

Phil Andrews – former head of Art Sackville School

Mel Wightman & Jogeline Ramos – Charters Court

Annie Burisky & Louisa White – Brendoncare

Sharon Fox & Michelle Knox – Littlefair Care Home

It is hoped that the reception will continue each year, celebrating different areas of the town’s unsung heroes.  Nominations for invitation to a future reception can be made via email to MayorsSecretary@eastgrinstead.gov.uk