Parish Council Minutes
August 2004
Thursday 5th August 2004
Present: -
Mr J Quimby – Chairman, Mr K Colver – Vice Chairman, Mrs E Jeffrey, Mr P Hemmerdinger
Apologies: - Mrs D Morris, Mrs M Hemmerdinger.
1951 Minutes
Minutes of the Parish Council meeting held 3rd June 2004 were read and endorsed.
1952 Public Question Time
A resident raised two points; the first was the untidy state of the lay by on the A444. It was agreed to send a letter to Environmental Health at North West Leicestershire District Council requesting litter be cleared more frequently.
The second issue raised was the recent reduction in buses servicing the village. It was agreed that a letter be sent to the Director of Transportation & Planning at L.C.C. (copy to N.W.L.D.C.) expressing the concerns that residents need to have public transport to Ashby and Coalville where the banks, shops, college, leisure facilities etc. are situated.
1953 Declarations Of Amendment To The Register Of Interests
None.
1954 Declaration Of Interest To Items On Agenda
None.
1955 Decisions Taken Under Delegated Powers
J.A. Robinson (Chilcote Gdn. Services) – cuts 4 & 5 - £110 – paid
J.A. Robinson (Chilcote Gdn. Services) – cuts 6 & 7 - £110 – paid
N.W.L.D.C. – planning application fee (cricket net structure) - £55 – paid
Midland Tree Surgeons Ltd – tree felling & works - £3266.50 -paid
Protec given order to install Didcott Way railings
16 St Michael's Drive – extensions to form utility room & conservatory – no objections
37A Church Street – works to 5 ash trees – no objections
Barn's Heath Farm, Snarestone Road – formation of farm track – no objections
Read and Noted.
1956 Police Matters
There was no police officer present. The Chairman expressed concern about the number of break-ins that had occurred in the locality.
1957 Planning Applications
None.
1958 Planning Decision Notices
04/00761/FUL – erection of single storey extension to form conservatory – The Grange, 40 Measham Road – granted
04/00660/FUL – erection of part single storey, part two storey rear extension & two-storey side extension – 19 Didcott Way – granted
APP/G2435/E/04/1139008 & APP/G2435/A/04/1138782 – retention of works – The Old Rectory, Rectory Lane – appeals dismissed by planning inspectorate
04/00885/FUL – erection of single storey rear extension – Spring Cottage, 30 Bowleys Lane – granted
04/00890/FUL – erection of extensions to form utility & conservatory – 16 St Michael's Drive – granted
Noted. It was agreed a letter be sent to N.W.L.D.C. planning department requesting what action is intended in order that the work carried out without planning permission at The Old Rectory, Rectory Lane be put back to the granted plans.
1959 Approval Of Budget And Financial Statements
1st April 04 to 22nd June 04 and 1st April to 22nd July 04 budget & financial statements. Noted and approved.
1960 Accounts For Payment
Karen Stirk – Clerk's Payment – 1st June to 30th June 2004 - £267.00
Karen Stirk – Clerk's Payment – 1st July to 31st July 2004 - £267.00
Karen Stirk – Expenses for May 2004 - £17.85
Karen Stirk – Expenses for June 2004 - £17.06
Protec Services Limited – Didcott Way Railings - £2,590.88
All cheques agreed and signed.
1961 Heritage Warden & Archaeological Warden
Mrs Deveson, a resident attended the meeting to find out more about the position of Archaeological Warden for the village. Information was given to Mrs Deveson together with some contact names. Mrs Deveson was interested in the post but needed time to look at all the information before making her decision.
1962 Pre School Play Equipment on the Recreation Ground
It was agreed to go ahead with pursuing a lottery funded grant for the play equipment. The councillors looked at several quotations and took brochures to source the best options of pre school play equipment available. Mr Quimby informed the council that he had completed the picnic bench and it was agreed the councillors install it on the recreation ground.
1963 Resident Concerns – Tree on Recreation Ground
Mr & Mrs Hicks residents of Appleby Magna had expressed concerns to the Chairman about the roots of a tree on the recreation ground close to their garden. The Chairman visited the site and spoke with the concerned residents. It was agreed that a letter be sent to Mr & Mrs Hicks asking them to inform the council if any problems arise with the tree. It was agreed that no further action to be taken at this time.
1964 Motor Cycles on Recreation Ground
The problem of motor cycles being ridden on the recreation ground was discussed by the councillors and it was agreed that an article be included in the next Parish News Line informing residents that riding motor cycles on the recreation ground is illegal. It was also reported that the gate closure on the recreation ground was not working efficiently, Mr Colver agreed to look at the problem and report back to the council.
1965 Map of Registered Common Land & Open Country
It was noted that there is no common land or open country in Appleby Magna.
1966 Memorial Headstone Safety
Following a visit by the Chairman to the closed churchyard, it was agreed that there are no safety issues with headstones in the closed churchyard.
1967 Deterioration of Grass Verges in Top Street and Church Street
A reply had been received from Leicestershire Highways at L.C.C. suggesting that they kerb part of Church Street from the junction of Top Street to prevent parking on the grass verges. The Parish Council agreed that this action was not the best answer and that a reply be sent to Leicestershire Highways suggesting that the verges be made good and posts be put in. It was agreed that Leicestershire Highways make good the grass verge on Rectory Lane by soil and seeding. Also, it was agreed to put a request in the next Parish News Line that vehicles are not parked on the verges in Top Street and Church Street.
1968 Letter received from Rural Community Council
Requesting nominations for Trustee of the Rural Community Council. It was agreed that no nomination be made.
1969 Didcott Way Railings
A reply had been received from David Wilson Homes stating they would not contribute to the cost of replacing the Didcott Way fencing with the new railings. The Parish Council have paid in full the cost of the railings, as no environmental grant is available for this work.
1970 Affordable Housing Needs – Midland Rural Housing
The Chairman had visited some affordable rented / shared ownership housing built by Midland Rural Housing in Sheepy Magna. He reported that these properties were built and finished to a good standard. It was agreed to send a letter to Sheepy Magna Parish Council asking them to report on their project so that the councillors can get an insight into a completed project. It was agreed to contact Midland Rural Housing to give the go ahead for the 'Need for Affordable Housing Survey' in the village.
1971 Recycling Facility at the Black Horse
The Parish Council have agreed to provide screening for three bottle banks on the Black Horse car park once the resurfacing is completed, so that villagers can continue to use this recycling scheme.
1972 N.W.L.D.C. Chairman of the Council Invitation to Civic Service
No takers.
1973 The Aviation Campaigners' Seminar
Invitation to seminar on Saturday 25th September in London
No takers.
1974 Leicestershire & Rutland Area Child Protection Committee
A request was received from the above for information on groups in the parish currently working with children. It was agreed to send a letter referring them to the Appleby Magna village website.
1975 Field Maple Tree Near Power Lines Becoming Problem
The Parish Council have been informed by the approved contractors for East Midlands Electricity that a field maple tree on parish land is interfering with power lines. After councillors had viewed the site it was agreed that the company be granted permission to fell the tree.
1976 Quotation for Repairs to Weld Mesh Fencing – Recreation Ground
A quotation was obtained for repairs to the weld mesh fencing on the recreation ground from the original installation company. It was agreed that the quotation was too expensive and that the councillors could carry out the repairs at a reduced cost.
1977 Recreation Ground – Cricket Net Structure Update
The clerk informed the Parish Council that planning permission required to complete the cricket net safety structure had not yet been granted. N.W.L.D.C. planning department had promised a decision within the next week.
1978 Parish News Line
It was agreed that the council inform residents of the time for public questions taken at the Parish Council's monthly meetings is 7.30p.m. Also to include articles about motor cycles being ridden on the recreation ground is illegal and a request for no parking on grass verges in Top Street and Church Street.
1979 Urgent Items
(Taken as urgent due to response times)
L.C.C. Quality of Life Survey 2004 - Request to complete survey
Mrs Jeffrey agreed to complete the survey on behalf of the Paris Council.
Comments Request from N.W.L.D.C. - Application for Public Entertainment Licence for Sir John Moore School
The councillors raised no objections.
Planning consultation -04/01216/FUL – erection of two storey side and single storey front extensions front dormer window and external alterations – Primrose Cottage, 26 Snarestone Road
It was agreed that a decision be made following a closer viewing and discussion with neighbours.
Ms K. Stirk
Clerk to the Parish Council
6th August 2004