Council Meeting – 17th July 2019
MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
HELD ON 17TH JULY 2019
IN GREAT LONGSTONE VILLAGE HALL AT 7.30PM
Present: Cllr Wendy Long (Chair), Cllr Rick Gooch, Cllr James Cox, Cllr John Shimwell, Cllr Dan McGoverne, Cllr Judith Twigg, Chair of Rowland Parish Meeting Tracey Sharkey and Sarah Stokes (Clerk).
Public comments:
The Chair of Rowland Parish Meeting, Tracey Sharkey, spoke of the major country house complex at Bleaklow, this being in Great Longstone Parish but Rowland Parish being nearest. The house being taken from a 5-bedroom property to 14 beds, with 3 letting rooms. The stables are being overturned and the complex now has a library, snug and wet room, with a glass frontage with huge amounts of parking, dominating the landscape when you look across Longstone Edge from Hassop Station area. It was also noted that there will be an increase of vehicles coming down Church Lane because of the complex. The Chair of Rowland asked the Cllrs to give any further applications at this site its full consideration, she will be doing a feature in UTE on the complex.
Cllr Judith Twigg stated that the house at Bleaklow is very large for a small village where there will be an increase of vehicles on the roads though the village. Cllr Twigg introduced herself to the new Council and asked the Council she is there to help with any Council problems, with this PC having a good Clerk. Cllr Twigg stated that she is aware that the area from the bridge is an ongoing flooding issue. For the Council to ask if they have any issues such as streetlights. She also has a community leadership fund of up to £1000 for projects in the community.
The Chair opened the meeting at 7.40pm.
51/19 Apologies for absence from members. Apologies were received from Cllr Dan Cox and Cllr Phil Barrett.
52/19 Declarations of interest. There were no declarations of interest.
53/19 Minutes of the meeting held on 15th May 2019. The minutes were proposed by Cllr Long and seconded by Cllr Cllr Gooch.
54/19 Recreation ground.
54.1 Playground. Maintenance work on the boat due to commence imminently, followed by the painting, Clerk to liaise regarding work to ensure maintenance work carried out ready for painting. Clerk to ask Joiner to attach loose slide, noted on boat, as part of job. To note awaiting staining of benches (along with benches in other locations). Rospa, Clerk reported that all Cllrs had been sent a copy of the report. Cllrs Gooch and McGoverne to carry out regular inspections, to report in the Rospa log book (Clerk ordered), log book gives list of what to look for. To note slide noted as needing attention this month. To look in detail at Rospa report at inspection of land, however no urgent matters raised by Rospa.
54.2 Equipment for years 11+. Cllr Long reported that grant applications have gone to Sports England (not successful), Co Op (not successful), Awards for All, DD CVS, DCC Action Grant, L Longstone Parish Meeting (to be discussed at their October meeting), Ralph Rider (to come back to them when obtained funds from other sources). Clerk thanked Cllr Long on behalf of the Parish Council for all the time and effort she is putting into gaining funding for the fencing of the court. It was noted that Cllr Long will also apply to Judith Twigg for funding when further funds obtained.
54.3 Cricket and Football. It was resolved for the Clerk to Ask Cllr Dan Cox for a price for deep spiking and weeding (spreading feed and weed fertiliser) on the football field. This to be approved before the September meeting, up to the sum of £300. Cllr Long reported that the PC have positive news on grants for the goals. The Football Association have agreed to fund £432.78 and the DDDC Locals Fund (via District Councillor Clare Gamble) £432.78. This covers the full cost of the goals. Clerk to order the goals in July. Clerk to ask D Robins to install the goals/take delivery @ £150. Clerk to ask the JFC for funds from their fundraising event to pay for the installation, also for the new nets to be taken down in-between matches. To note to ask D Robins to look to move the goals across slightly, to be guided by his expertise on this matter.
To note reseeding has been carried out, which was approved following the sand banding work.
55/19 Village green/village hall. Cllr Cox reported that the noticeboard in front of school is rotten, and not advisable to spend money on maintaining. Clerk to look into wood and aluminium options. To note the noticeboard has been in a poor state for a while, not needing changing urgently. Cllr Long reported that the interior of the village hall is being decorated. With the VHMC being responsible for the interior/PC exterior. Clerk had asked for quotes from 3. No quotes received beyond one obtained from the VHMC. It was noted that the gutters on the PennyCroft side were not on the quote. It was proposed by Cllr McGoverne to go ahead with the quote for the exterior work @ £1125 seconded by Cllr Gooch, with the additional drainpipe work to be added. The work to be carried out in August. Clerk to write to PennyCroft regarding painter and decorator and access to drainpipes.
56/19 Burial grounds. No report.
57/19 Footpaths/roads/Streetlighting/speeding/parking and verges. It was noted that the verges have been cut today, however DDDC do not cut near parked cars. It was noted that the School Council had written in to the PC regarding speeding. Clerk reported on site meeting with a DCC Traffic and Safety, looking at the issues of cars/speeding in the vicinity of school. DCC recommended that the school and parents work together, DCC have a ‘travel plan’ dept where schools can contact for advice. There was also the suggestion of a one-way system in front of school at drop off and pick up times, also for a PCSO and traffic officer to attend school at the start of the autumn term to advise on good practice. It was resolved for the Clerk to reply to the School Council stating that the PC would like to work with school on this matter and that the PC would be in contact in September to make arrangements. Clerk also to write to the Headteacher. To note DCC had sent through a number of examples of solutions other schools had come up with, from traffic cones with pictures on to banners outside school, all relevant to parking/speeding near school. It was noted that car/ bus organisation by school when there are events on needs looking at.
Clerk reported that the PC have Environmental licence details for B Cardona and W Brindley, GLCC have confirmed that they do not need a licence as they do not carry waste off site.
58/19 Council Administration.
58.1 Cllr Training. Cllr Gooch reported that the Dalc training was very informative. Clerk to book Cllr McGoverne onto September 30th course and to ask Cllr D Cox, both being new Cllrs.
58.2 Land registration. Fields and track Moor Rd. Clerk reported that the PC are now in receipt of the signed declaration regarding PC ownership of the track. Clerk to gather information for Solicitor such as rents received from fields.
58.3 Community website. No interest so far.
58.4 Parish Council email. Clerk reported that the changeover of the email is not simple, help sought from computer professional. Clerk to ask for help from S Headington.
58.5 Inspection of Council owned land. Date to be set/Clerk to arrange.
58.6 GDPR. Ongoing.
To note receipt of signed declarations of interest forms.
59/19 Financial matters.
59.1 Bank reconciliation for 31 May 2019.
INCOME
Rent £10.00
Bank int £6.36
EXP £2948.75
Closing balance on current a/c £1000.00
Closing balance on deposit a/c £37,007.73
Unpresented: S Stokes £889.63, Botham’s £3450.00, T W cox £116.40
59.2 Bank reconciliation for 30 June 2019.
INCOME
Investments £31.63
Bank int £5.23
Donation £10.00
EXP £4466.03
Closing balance on current a/c £1000.00
Closing balance on deposit a/c £32,598.56
Unpresented: Allen W and Foster £420.00, Allied Westminster £745.11, B Cardona £2000.00
59.3 Quarterly statement for April 2019 – June 2019.
INCOME
Precept £16,937.00
Bank int £15.69
HMRC £157.57
Rent £10.00
Donation £10.00
EXP
ADMIN £2166.52 (Inc. insurance and audit)
REC £5,650.80
BURIAL £100.00
GREENS £2000.00
V HALL £745.11
59.4 To accept and approve payments made since last meeting.
Allen West and Foster – audit £420.00
Bruno Cardona – Village greens etc £2000.00
59.5 To accept and approve payments.
Dalc – Training £50.00
William Brindley Mowing churchyard £200.00
Sarah Stokes – Admin £812.80
Sarah Stokes – Exp £61.99
Sarah Stokes – Rospa inspection £181.20 *
Sarah Stokes – Rospa books £28.50 *
Sarah Stokes – ICO £40.00 *
Sarah Stokes – D Robins (goals) £480.00 *
Sarah Stokes – W Brindley (mow) £250.00 *
Sarah Stokes – A Westminster (insurance.) £745.11 *
Rick Gooch Training exp £19.56
The payments were proposed by Cllr Long and seconded by Cllr Gooch.
*To note due to the lengthy changes of signatory the Clerk is to be reimbursed for payments for invoices.
59.6 Update on signatories. Clerk reported that Cllrs D Cox and Barrett to visit Nat West to certify their ID, Clerk then to send further information off. To note very lengthy process due to lack branch.
To note Clerk sent all information for external audit/publicised relevant information.
60/19 Planning matters.
60.1 Planning application. NP/DDD/0519/0550. Moor Edge, Butts Rd. Rear extension and first floor window.
PC comments sent in: No objections.
60.2 Planning application. NP/DDD/0519/0493. Mitcheldene, Grisedale Rd West. Removal of existing garden room and garage to replace with new side extension.
PC comments sent in: No objections, however the garage to be retained for non-residential use only.
60 .3 Planning decision notice. NP/DDD/0319/0215. Caravan and camping site Dale Farm. Section 73 for the variation of condition 3 on NP/DDD/1117/1189. GRANTED.
60.4 Planning application. NP/DDD/0619/0697. Thornbury, 5 Furnall Ave. Demolition of existing conservatory and replacement single storey extension to rear of dwelling, demolition of existing pre-fabricated garage and erection of replacement garage.
PC Comments: No objections.
70/19 Police report. PCSO Boswell reported that there were no recorded crimes in the past 30 days in Great Longstone.
71/19 Clerks report. Asked Cllr Shimwell for Declaration form and sent all forms to DDDC/village website; asked joiner to do work to boat; sourced play inspection logbook; requested accompanied inspection Rospa; liaised with Cllr Long on fencing and goal funding; wrote to JFC re goals and funding; put insert in UTE re goals; wrote to CC and tennis re: donations for maintenance; asked builder to look at noticeboard near school; site meeting with DCC traffic dept; wrote to school about school parking; insert in UTE re parking; land registration; insert in UTE for community website volunteer; looking into email changeover; organised booking of training course for Cllr Gooch; communicating with RBS/Cllrs on new signatories; sent off external audit information/publicised; asked B Cardona to do strimming work for open gardens.
72/19 To report any items if correspondence received and agree any actions arising.
- 16/05/09 PDNPA. Parishes Bulletin. Noted.
- 16/05/19. Cllr Gamble. Meeting follow up. Noted.
- 16/05/19 DCC. Derbyshire Climate and Cardon reduction manifesto May 2019. Noted.
- 17/05/19 DCC. Roadworks 17 May – 1 July 2019 Station Rd. Water Mains work. Noted.
- 17/05/19 H Wright. Signed declaration -track Moor Rd. See land registration.
- 17/05/19 Rospa. Accompanied inspection. See rec.
- 20/05/19 British Legion. Derbyshire Lamp post poppies 2019. Clerk to order 6 lamppost poppies £3 per poppy.
- 20/05/19 Resident. Allotment list. Clerk reported that the resident was added to the waiting list. Clerk to ensure all allotments being used, now drainage problem resolved.
- 22/05/19 PDNPA. Environmental impact assessment. Noted.
- 23/05/19 PDNPA. Dimensions Micheldene. See planning.
- 23/05/19 PPPF. Recruitment of Cllrs. Noted.
- 28/05/19 Rospa. Safety inspection report/s. See rec.
- 29/05/19 Information Commissioner. Renewal confirmation certificate, expires 7 July 2020. Clerk to file (audit file).
- 30/05/19 JFC. Goals. See rec.
- 30/05/19 Cllr Gamble. Goal funds and Local project fund. See rec.
- 30/05/19 PDNPA. Dales area ballot. Noted.
- 01/06/19 Chapel. Open air concert Sunday 21st July 2019 AT 6.30pm. Clerk replied giving the PC’s permission, however with no amplification.
- 04/06/19 Cllr Gamble. Local projects fund. See rec.
- 12/06/19. DDDC. Reminder to send Cllrs register of Disclosable interests. All forms sent in by Clerk/publicised.
- 12/06/19 PDNPA. Dalc circ. 8. Noted
- 13/06/19 GLCC. Waste carriers’ licence. See footpaths/roads.
- 14/06/19 The Ralph Rider Trust. Funds for court. See rec,
- 14/06/19 Resident. Parking around The Cross. Noted.
- 18/06/19 DCC. Traffic management in Great Longstone. See footpaths/roads.
- 18/06/19 Sport England. Funding reply. See rec.
- 18/06/19 RBS. Signatories. See finance.
- 19/06/19 Action challenge. Peak District challenge. 13 and 14th July 2019. Noted.
- 20/06/19 PDNPA. Great Longstone statement informal consultation. Noted.
- 20/06/19 PDNPA. Proposed temporary diversion of part of footpath 30. Clerk to look into/ask for more detail on where the footpath would be diverted to. To note the Cllrs viewed a large-scale map to see the exact location of the footpath on Longstone Edge above Cherpit Lane. One of the letters regarding this footpath stated that British Fluorspars have plans to bring Watersaw mine back into commercial production later in the year. The reason for the diversion being for health and safety reasons.
- 24/06/19. PKF. Receipt of Documents for Audit. See finance.
- 25/06/19 DALC. Training Cllr Gooch 3 July 2019. See Council Admin.
- 25/06/19 Cllr Gamble. Proposed temporary diversion of part of footpath 30. See above.
- 26/06/19 Cllr J Twigg. Grants. Clerk asked Cllr Twigg for grant ideas.
- 26/06/19 School Council. Speeding. See footpaths/roads.
- 26/06/19 Open gardens Committee. Strimming. Clerk asked B Cardona to strim path.
- 27/06/19 PDNPA. Dales area ballot. Noted.
- 26/06/19 PDNPA. Annual Parishes day 12th October, Peak Park offices. Noted.
- 28/06/19 GLCC. Waste Licence. See footpaths/roads.
- 01/07/19 Active partners Trust. Funding for court. See rec.
- 02/07/19 Dalc. Circular 9. Noted.
- 03/07/19 Mowing contractor. Funerals church. Letter gone to PCC, church warden and mowing contractor.
- 04/07/19 DDDC. Electoral boundaries. Noted.
- 05/07/19 FA. Small grants fund. See rec.
- 08/07/19 Resident. Bleaklow planning application. Clerk replied.
- 08/07/19 Cllr C Gamble. Verges and grant. See footpaths/roads and rec.
- 09/07/19 UTE. Details regarding former Cllr. Clerk sent reply to UTE.
- 09/07/19 Co Op. Grant. See rec.
- 11/07/19 FA. Match funding. See rec.
- 11/07/19 PDNPA. Footpath 30. See above.
73/19 Late items of correspondence.
- 12/07/19 Allied Westminster. Confirmation of VH insurance renewal. Noted.
- 16/07/19 Cllr C Gamble. Rowland and Bleaklow Farm. PC gave permission for Chair of Rowland PC to talk in public comments section of meeting.
- 16/07/19 PCSO Boswell. Police report. See police report.
- 16/07/19 Cllr C Gamble. Funds for goals. See rec.
- 17/07/19 Chair Rowland Parish Meeting. Meeting and Bleaklow. The PC discussed the matter/noted the Chairs comments in public comments. To note the PC have a list of areas they can comment on (given by PDNPA).
74/19 Date of next meetings.
- Thursday 26th September 2019
- Wednesday 13th November 2019
The Chair closed the meeting at 9.22pm.
Sarah Stokes, Clerk to Great Longstone Parish Council, Longstone Byre, Little Longstone, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1NN. Tel: 01629 640851. Email: parishcouncil@greatlongstone.net
