Council Meeting – 16th June 2010
MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
on 16th JUNE, 2010
Present: Cllr S. Barton [Chairman], Cllr S. Mason [Deputy Chair], Cllr Mrs S Barton, Cllr. W. Long, Cllr Headington, Cllr P. Thompson, Cllr H. Wright , Cllr. G. Frankland. W. J. Derricott [Clerk] and the UTE Editor
89/10 Apologies for Absence
None
90/10 [a] Minutes of the Meeting held on 19th May, 2010
Minutes were approved with an alteration to item 8[a] Cllr Frankland wished that it be recorded that he voted against the resolution. The minutes were duly altered and signed by the Chair.
[b] Provisional Review of Minutes of Annual Parish Meeting
19th May, 2010
The minutes were provisionally agreed by members.
91/10 Declaration of Interests
Cllr Long declared an interest in item 8 [b]’
Cllr Wright declared interests in matters relating to Derbyshire County Council and item 11.
92/10 2010 Village Week Arrangements
Cllr Thompson provided a brief outline. It was noted that an application had been made to the County Council for a grant to assist the Village Week arrangements. The Clerk reported that decisions on grant allocation would not be made until after the middle of July. As we could not be sure of funding, it was decided to charge £5 per ticket for the concert at the end of the Village Week, but to provide free refreshments.
93/10 Village Developments
5.1 to 5.3 {Facilities for Teenagers; Children’s Playground Equipment; All Weather Facility} Cllr Long reported that a bid had been made to the Peoples Millions Fund and that further applications were to be made.
5.4 20 mph Speed Limit – The Clerk reported that he had not received further contact. The Clerk was asked to write to the Council to obtain an update.
5.5 Affordable Housing – The Clerk reported that he had forwarded all requested information to the District Council and was awaiting feedback.
5.6 Scheduled Footpath Maintenance – It was agreed that this matter had been resolved in so far as the budget allowed and the clerk was instructed to remove it from the next agenda.
5.7 Repairs to Wall by the Cricket Pavilion – this matter was to remain on the agenda until a final response had been received from the Housing Association.
5.8 Matter removed prior to the meeting.
5.9 Registration of Council owned land – The Clerk reported that this matter was progressing.
5.10 Re siting of Village Notice Board – The Clerk reported that he was pursuing grant applications.
5.13 Formalisation of Standing Orders – The Clerk reported that this was a matter he was liaising on with DALC and the newly appointed auditor.
The Chairman closed the meeting for a short refreshment break.
94/10 Police matters and Neighbourhood Watch
Cllr Wright reported that the Police had reported a slight increase in Burglaries in the area.
95/10 School Matters
No matters were reported.
96/10 Planning Matters
[a] Planning Application Number NP/DDD/01510/0499 – Retain consent for the installation of 2 hard tennis courts, enclosure fencing and associated pavilion. Members indicated that they could not come to a view without the requested plan and the clerk was asked to report this to the Planning Authority.
[b] Certificates of Lawfulness for an Existing Use in Breach of Condition Relating to No’s 2 to 6 Glebe Court, Great Longstone.
The Clerk reported on contact with the Planning Authority.
The Clerk was asked to formally write to the Planning Authority in accordance with the matters outlined in the draft letter reported at the meeting.
97/10 Financial Matters
(a) Members noted the balance of the current account was £1000 and the deposit account was £26319.55.
(b) The following payments were approved:
[1] W.J. Derricott [Salary] £ 358.29
[2] Great Longstone Cricket Club £1225.00
[3] Bruno Cardona [Two Invoices] £2465.00
[c] The Clerk was asked to write to [ xxxx ] to thank them for the donation of £80 towards funds for the upkeep of benches in the Village.
98/10 Maintenance
RECREATION GROUND
(a) Play Equipment Inspection Report Cllr. Frankland had reported that a check had been made and there was nothing to report. However, members discussed the bench seat that had been provided in the area which was in need of repair or replacement. It was decided to scrap the seat
ROADS AND FOOTPATHS
(a) Scheme for the Resurfacing of Footpaths
The Clerk reported that he had received no further contact from the County Council.
99/10 Off Roaders – Update on BOAT Developments
The Chair reported that he had had a meeting with the Chair person designate of “Rocking The BOAT” as the group moved to a more formal arrangement.
The Clerk reported that he had not received a response from the County Council to the FOI request submitted on behalf of the Parish Council. The Clerk was asked to chase this matter.
The Clerk was asked to check with the Peak Park Planning Liaison Forum that they had his contact details as correspondence was not reaching the Parish Council.
100/10 Derbyshire and Derby Core Mineral Strategy
The Chair reported on this matter.
In so far as the strategy affected Great Longstone it was agreed, on the basis of the least possible impact to Great Longstone, that the Council agreed with the proposals for minerals planning. The Clerk was asked to convey the wishes of the Council on this matter.
101/10 Annual Inspection of Village
The Chair spoke to a briefing note.
It was agreed to take no action in respect of the wall in the field opposite Gildlow Quarry.
The Clerk was asked to investigate what action, if any should be taken, in respect of the War Memorial. He was instructed to contact the appropriate officer/s at the Planning Authority/District Council to seek advice.
Cllr Frankland/Cllr Mason were to look at some issues located on the Recreation Ground.
Cllr Frankland agreed to undertake repairs to the Seat near Casey’s Shop.
Cllr Mason agreed to survey the seats and report to the next meeting on a schedule of maintenance.
102/10 PDNPA Consultation Process
The Clerk was asked to write to the Planning Authority, County Council and Derbyshire Dales District Council to ask about their policy on consultation. Several matters had recently been raised which called in to question effective consultation.
103/10 Correspondence
(a) Letter National Peak Park Authority – Black Harry Trails Project. – Clerk asked to write to request further information.
(b) Letter Derbyshire Dales District Council – Sports Awards. – It was agreed to pass on details to the editor of the UTE.
104/10 Late Correspondence
(a) A letter from A.R. Stevens relating to Glebe Court was noted.
(b) It was noted that the Wicksteed Report had been received. This was deferred to the next meeting.
105/10 Date and Time of Next Meeting
Wednesday 21st July, 2010. The meeting will start at 7.30pm.
WILLIAM JOHN DERRICOTT
CLERK TO THE PARISH COUNCIL
