Parish Council Minutes
November 2003
Appleby Magna Parish Council Meeting – Minutes
Thursday 6th November 2003
Present :-
Mr J Quimby – Chairman
Mr K Colver – Vice Chairman
Mr P Hemmerdinger
Mrs M Hemmerdinger
Mrs E Jeffrey
Mrs D Morris
Inspector K Yallop
Apologies :-
Howard Ludbrooke
(Bank of Ireland)
1747 Minutes
Minutes of meeting held 2nd October 2003 read and it was agreed that the decision to put urgent items on the agenda without three days notice was not correct and therefore Minute 1746 be deleted.
1748 Question Time
A member of the public complained about the problem of dog fouling – it was agreed that the Parish Newsline article should include a request that dog owners clean up and dispose of the mess properly. This problem was discussed more thoroughly in minute no. 1766.
A member of the public brought to the attention of Inspector Yallop the recent damage to the bus shelter, trees and the church's visitor book. The Inspector asked that all vandalism be reported, further advise was given by the Inspector in minute no. 1752. It was agreed that the Parish Newsline article includes contact numbers for reporting incidents to the police. Also, a letter of thanks be delivered by Ken Colver to Mr Toomey for supplying the materials to repair the bus shelter seat.
A member of the public brought to the attention of Inspector Yallop the problem of speeding cars passing the school in New Road especially during the morning rush hour. Inspector Yallop agreed to pass this information to traffic management.
1749 Declarations Of Amendment To The Register Of Interests
None.
1750 Declaration Of Interest To Items On Agenda
None.
1751 Decisions Taken Under Delegated Powers
None.
1752 Police Matters
Unfortunately Beat Officer P.C. Horsley is on long term sick leave. Inspector Yallop reported that there had been no burglaries in the village during the last month but due to the reported vandalism would ask her officers to visit the village more frequently. The Inspector wished to encourage members of the public to come forward with information. Although there is a shortage of police officers at this time the Inspector will try to get an officer to attend the Parish Council meetings.
1753 Bank of Ireland
The representative from the Bank of Ireland sent his apologies but he will attend December's meeting to answer any questions about changing the Parish Councils' account. Ken Colver has obtained banking details from the Post Office, the clerk to make further enquiries for December's meeting.
1754 Planning Applications
03/01651/FUL erection of single storey ext. to form conservatory – 12 Didcott Way – no objections.
03/01676/FUL demolition of existing single storey dwelling & erection of two storey dwelling – Nixon's Garage, New Road - no objections.
03/01753/LBC retention of external alterations to outbuildings – The Old Rectory - no objections but letter to be sent to NWLDC with copy of Parish Council's previous letter advising of works already being carried out.
03/01752/FUL retention works in relation to conversion of outbuildings to office accommodation –The Old Rectory - no objections but letter to be sent to NWLDC with copy of Parish Council's previous letter advising of works already being carried out.
1755 Planning Decision Notices
03/00846/VCI retention of hedgerow – 9 Didcott Way – hedge to remain 2.5m
(unless detailed scheme be submitted & approved)
03/01283/FUL erection of single storey front extension – 42 Church Street - granted
1756 Approval Of Budget And Financial Statements
The budget and financial statements for 1st April to 22nd October were noted and accepted. It was agreed that the December agenda include Developments in Village, if any finances should be available.
1757 Accounts For Payment
Karen Stirk – Clerk's Payment – 1st October to 31st October 2003 - £257.08
Karen Stirk – Expenses for September 2003 - £17.65
Mr J A Robinson, Chilcote Garden Services - £110.00
All cheques agreed and signed.
1758 Proposed Extinguishment of Highway Rights Land Adjacent to A444
Noted.
1759 Leicestershire, Leicester & Rutland Structure Plan 1996-2016
Noted
1760 Invitation from Coalville Police – P.R.I.D.E.
Declined.
1761 Waymarking of Public Rights of Way
Noted.
1762 Donation Request from 1st Measham Guides
It was agreed that a £50 donation be made as this guide group covered Appleby Magna.
1763 L.C.C. SHIRE Community Environmental Improvement Grants
Clerk to obtain an application pack and further information.
1764 The Countryside Agency – Local Heritage Initiative – 100% Grants
Noted.
1765 Wicksteed Leisure – Details of Safety Inspection of Playground Equipment
The report was discussed and it was agreed that John Quimby and Ken Colver inspect the equipment before any work be carried out.
1766 Letter form N.W.L.D.C. –Problem of Dog Fouling
The above was noted. The Parish Council approved of a leaflet produced by a villager on the problem of dog fouling which will be delivered to all residents. The Parish Council will also put down more stencils to remind dog owners to clean up. The Parish Council encourage members of the public to contact the dog warden at N.W.L.D.C. to report offenders.
1767 Invitation from The Appleby Group of Churches
Noted.
1768 Grounds Maintenance Contract 2004
It was agreed that the grounds maintenance contract 2004 be given to Chilcote Gardens Services for another year due to the high standard of work carried out in 2003.
1769 Report on Mature Beech Tree – Old Graveyard
Further to discussions with the Forestry Division of Leicestershire County Council, it has been agreed that the clerk applies for the necessary permission for the removal of mature beech tree in the closed graveyard.
1770 Estate Agents Boards
Christine James – Senior Planning Officer N.W.L.D.C. will attend December meeting to advise on planning enforcement generally.
1771 Overhanging / Overgrown Hedgerows Obstructing Footpaths
Due to no response from letters sent to owners of overgrown hedges, it was agreed that the clerk contacts the Divisional Surveyor at Ashby de la Zouch.
1772 BTCV Possible Hedge Laying Projects
It was agreed that an article be put in the Parish Newsline informing land owners that BTCV are looking for hedges that need relaying by hand.
1773 N.W.L.D.C. – Comprehensive Performance Assessment
Noted.
1774 Request by Allotment Holder to Site a Greenhouse
No objection s to the above request, clerk to send letter to allotment holder giving further information.
1775 Ideas for Written Piece for Parish News Line
It was agreed that the Parish Council include in the Parish Newsline the following:-
the problem of dog fouling in the village
details on how to report vandalism and other crimes to the police
information for land owners about BTCV hedge laying projects.
1776 Rubbish on Recreation Ground
(Taken as an urgent item due to health risk)
Letters to be sent to the Cricket and Football Clubs requesting that the rubbish be cleared and that in future rubbish collected from the pavilion be taken away by the clubs immediately and not left on the recreation ground.
Ms K Stirk
Clerk to the Parish Council
07.11.03