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Parish Council: Meeting minutes 23 June 2009Last updated: Tuesday, 23 June 2009, 10:10 PM
Parish Council Minutes Meeting held on Tuesday 23 June 2009 in the School at 7.45 pm Present: Cllr I Storr (Chairman), N Atkinson, G Chamberlain, A Gill and P Joslin. In attendance: Cllr Fiona Whelan, Mr Faruq and Mrs L Hazel (Minute Secretary, LGS Services).
Open Public Session Mr Faruq owner of Newton House, 147 St Neots Road confirmed that planning approval has been granted and design plans have been drawn up for the rebuilding of the burnt down property but due to the economic downturn there is no demand for commercial properties in the area. Several different possibilities for the building/s were discussed and he confirmed that no immediate rebuild will take place until there is an up turn in the market and that the hedging around the property will be left to grow to try and disguise the area / building. Cllr Whelan reported that she is unhappy with the white lines painted in Pastures / Grace Crescent as she does not feel this is what was asked for, is required, or affective. She also reported that there appears to be a miscommunication about a ‘safety survey’ being undertaken which is not the case. Cllr Whelan also reported that the CVC 6th form is going to go ahead as planned but at present the proposed new secondary school at Cambourne will not be built. Currently approximately 20 secondary school children at present from Cambourne have to be bussed to school in Cambridge as CVC is full. .She then left the meeting.
1. To approve apologies for absence and declarations of interest 1.0 Apologies were received from Cllr Stewart and Cllr Cripps. 2. To approve the minutes of the meeting held on 26 May 2009 The minutes of the meeting on 26 May 2009 were approved as a true record and signed by the Chairman after the following minor amendments(PropGC, 2nd AG);
Cllr Chamberlain confirmed that he is happy to accept the position of Vice-Chairman. 3. Matters arising and carried forward from the last or previous meeting 3.0.1 (5.1.2.2) School Footpath Egremont Road Cllr Storr reported on his meeting with David Gilkes, South Highways and discussion of the barrier which is to be installed. Cllr Chamberlain asked that his discontent against the barrier be recorded as he feels it is an unnecessary waste of public money. 3.0.2 (5.2.2) Church lighting – The order has been placed. 3.0.3 (9.1) Pitch drainange – Cllr Storr reported that he has spoken to Peter Rounds who has expressed concerns that hard rolling would compact the ground too much. Mr Round will discuss this with the drainage contractors and report back. 3.0.4 Litter Bin St Neots Road – It was confirmed that this has yet to be installed. To be chased. 3.0.5 Dog bin Millers Way – This has not yet been installed. 3.0.6 Bus shelter graffiti – It was noted that SCDC have agreed to remove this. It was agreed that as more graffiti is being added if SCDC have not cleaned this within 2 weeks to obtain a quote from Streetscene for its removal 3.1 (5.1.1) Miller’s Way Cllr Storr reported that he had asked the Sports and Social Club(HSSC) if they would email all their members with the information provided asking if they can assist the Parish Council. However the SSC stated that they are unable to help as they are bound by the Data Protection Act. It was agreed to ask the Clerk as Data Protection Officer for confirmation on the Act. Cllr Atkinson confirmed he would find out what the HSSC’s policy with regards to receiving 3rd party information is. 3.2 (5.2.3) Grace Crescent safety audit This item was taken earlier. 3.3 Webmaster – update Cllr Storr confirmed that as no one has come forward he is prepared to take on the role of webmaster with training. 3.4 (5.2.1) Limes Road shrubbery The Handyman has yet to re-erect the fence and he is to be asked to complete the work without further delay. 4. Correspondence/communications received 4.1 Resident - complaint re: trees Blenheim Way 4.2 Resident– trees adj 77 Studeley Grove Taken together. Cllr Gill reported that the trees in Studeley Grove do shade the garden as do the trees Blenheim way. It was agreed that Cllr Gill should meet on site with Roz Richardson, SCDC Trees Officer and to bring a recommendation to the next meeting. . 4.3 HSSC – signs Approval was given for the erection of the proposed signs with additional wording to read ‘Welcome to’ as it was felt to be more friendlier.(PropIS, 2nd GC) CCCTV signs – As legislation requires signs to be displayed it was agreed to purchase four signs from Algar Signs. 4.4 Parish Paths Cllr Joslin reported. 4.5 SCDC – textile banks In response the Parish Council was not in favor of installing textile banks within the village. 4.6 Youth Football Training The email from Brendan Molloy Chairman of Hardwick Harriers was considered. It was noted that a company called ‘Soccer all Stars’ has been handing out leaflets stating that during the Summer, training session are to be held on the recreation ground in association with Hardwick Harriers. It was noted that:
A letter is to be sent to Soccer all Stars regarding this. 4.7 Summer Fair – In response to an email from a lady interested in having a stall she is to be passed the contact details for the School who will be holding a Summer Fair. 5. Planning applications and decision notices 5.1 Planning applications received since the last meeting 5.1.1 S/0769/09/LDC 24 Hall Drive – Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed loft Conversion It was agreed to clarify this application before a decision is reached.. S/0682/09/F 3 and 5 Hall Drive – Extensions and alterations to form one dwelling Agreed - No recommendation (Prop GC, 2nd AG) 5.2 Decision notices None received. 6. Finance, risk assessment and procedural matters 6.1 To receive the financial report and approve the payment of bills The financial report was received and considered and invoices and bank statements were checked. The payments as listed in the report were approved: (Prop GC, 2nd AG)
6.2 Tennis Court repairs – to consider quotation The quotes for repairs and the contractors recommendations were considered. It was noted that Bradgate whilst surveying the area made a temporary repair and confirmed that the the temporary repair is satisfactory therefore no further work is required at present. A letter of thanks is to be sent to Bradgate. 6.3 Play inspection reports Cllr Bhachu’s report was noted. Cllrs Stewart and Freeman’s reports are to be requested by next week. 6.4 RoSPA report to consider quotation for repairs It was agreed to accept the quote from RPM and arrange for the works to be carried out except for the quote to repair the “Jolly Gerald” as it was felt the cost is too expensive. RPM are to be asked to remove the “Jolly Gerald” and make the area good. RPM are to be asked to quote for “wet pour under the swing” (Prop GC, 2nd AG) Playground Signs – The quote was considered however before a decision is reached it was agreed to obtain a quote from Signworks the local company. 7. Members items for the next agenda and for the Clerk’s information and Closure of meeting There was no further business and the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 9.24 pm
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