The Emsworth Business Association are preparing for another busy nyear with plans for lots of different ventures.The Town Map is in need of updating and modernising. The map is distributed in the community at the library, shops, tourist information outlets, hotels and estate agents to name but a few. It is extremely popular amongst residents and visitors alike so the Association will endeavour to have a new map printed in the near future.Reusable cotton bag project has proved another great success. To follow on with this venture, businesses will be asked if they will now sell the bags for a nominal sum as the EBA cannot keep funding this project. Early signs show retailers are very keen to promote the sale of these bags in their shops.Western Approach boat project is at present still in the embryonic stage. We have been given an 18 ft boat which is slightly larger than the Eastern Gateway boat. At present, Carol Haskett and Dave Wagg are negotiating a site with HBC and when this has been agreed we can then get the project off the ground.Emsworth Christmas event is again in the planning stages for 2008. This year we will have to ask for sponsorship again of various items such as mulled wine, mince pies, entertainment, lights, etc. as this is becoming a costly event. I am sure you will all agree this is an event that means a lot to the whole community and beyond, so we will endeavour at all costs to make it happen!The EBA are planning a major social event in October 2008 to coincide with the Breakthrough Breast Cancer Campaign, which is staged every yearin October. A “Pink Tie” Dinner, Dance and Auction will be held in a local hotel, details of venue, etc. to follow soon. We are hoping to raise a substantialamount of money for the Breakthrough Breast Cancer Charity and ask for 100 per cent support from our members. Within the EBA, we have members who have very recently had to face treatment for this dreadful disease and this is our way of showing our support. Anybody who can help or donate items for the auction, please contact Carol Haskett at GCS Computer Services Ltd on 01243 374126. This is open to residents and friends alike, so please feel  free to join us for this event. Details will follow in the July EMS and will be posted on the [1] EBA website.   Carol Haskett - EBA Committee[2]  

Published in [3] The Ems April 2008