ORSTON PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON 3RD APRIL 2008

Not Yet Adopted

 

PRESENT                  Cllr P Henson (Chair )

Cllrs T Benton, D Wheeler, S Davidson, S Oates (part of meeting )

IN ATTENDANCE   K Daw (Clerk )

APOLOGIES             Cllr E Harrison

                                    Cllr M Suthers

Cllr J Cranswick

 

1. Minutes of Meeting Held on 6th March 2008 – accepted as a correct record and signed by  the  Chairman

 

2. Matters Arising.

 

2.1 Glass Recycling event 10th April – KED to attend, plus Cllr Harrison if available.

 

2.2 Chapel Garth parking area – KED reported that Principia ( the Housing Association owners of the space ) have agreed to inspect the space & notify her of any action.

 

2.3 CiLCA Training Programme – KED reported that CiLCA have agreed that if we pay for one place, deputies may attend as necessary. It was agreed that we should pay one fee covering all events, at a cost of £200.

 

2.4 KED reported that she had mentioned the issue of youths in the playground after dusk to Bob Clarke ( Neighbourhood Watch ), & he has requested any further issues to be brought to his attention.

 

2.5 Litter Pick – Cllr Davidson reported that this was less well attended than previously, but still very effective. Thanks to all who took part.

 

3.5 Village finger signposts – Cllr Davidson reported that planning permission is not required – we merely need to let the Highways Dept know. It was agreed to include the Riding School & the shop, perhaps in return for a nominal contribution. KED to check progress with Cllr Gunn, & pass to him a photo of a suitable type of sign.

 

3. Correspondence Received.

 

 

3.1 Parish Paths Partnership Scheme survey – Cllr Benton undertook to complete this.

 

3.2 Best Kept Village competition 2008 – It was agreed to enter this competition again, at a cost of £5. It was noted that judging of the first round would be during 9th to 27th June.

 

4.  PUBLIC MEETING.

 

      No members of the public were present

 

 

5.  Other Village Matters.

 

None to report

 

6. Planning Matters.

 

6.1 The Council noted the granting of approval to the pruning of a sycamore tree at Jasmine Lodge.

 

     6.2 The Council considered the planning application for erection of a dwelling at Cornerfield barn on High Street, noting that it would not be visible from the road, & agreed to offer no objection.

 

 

7. Finance.

 

7.1 Confirmation of appointment of Clement Keys as Auditor was noted.

 

7.2 It was agreed to fund SLCC membership fee for KED, at a cost of £48

 

7.3 It was agreed to pay Bob Clarke for the Smartwater expenditure, & it was noted that a further few, approx 20, could be afforded – Cllr Davidson to publish in the next Newsletter.

 

8. Councillors’  Reports.

 

 

Cllr Benton

 

·        Reported that Notts CC have agreed to improve the surface of the Bridleway to the Pits, by the end of April.

·        Reported complaints from a parishioner that people are using field borders as footpaths, which detracts from their purpose as wildlife corridors. This was noted with concern by the Council.

·        Expressed the hope that the Highways Dept would repair the surrounding woodwork whilst working on the bridge – Cllr Henson undertook to raise this request with them.

·        Reported receipt of a complaint of continued heavy traffic down Bottesford Lane – Cllr Henson to check again with local Police whether they are going to undertake spot checks as promised – if not, councillors may wish to consider doing  our own.

·        Reported that Rospa are going to inspect the playground in May – he has notified the School.

·        Reported incorrect information about the Parish Council in Contact magazine – KED to notify the Editor.

 

Cllr Wheeler

 

·        Requested items of interest for the website, also updating information as necessary. Cllr Davidson will request items in the next Newsletter. It was agreed to sponsor a prize of £15 for a photo competition of the village for the front page of the website, possibly to be judged at the Art exhibition weekend 6th – 8th June.

·        Asked whether we agreed with the complaint about excessive bureaucracy raised by a parish council in Cambridgeshire; The Council did agree this, & Cllr Davidson undertook to sign the petition.

 

 

Cllr Davidson

 

·        Raised the issue of communication with new residents, & undertook to update the welcome pack. Various ideas were discussed for wider communication within the village, including personal visits from Cllrs, a village tea, a stall at the Millennium Green events, & seeking ideas from younger residents via the Newsletter. To be discussed further.

 

Cllr Oates joined the meeting at this point.

 

Cllr Henson

 

·        Explained that the turning on of the street lights at the top of Hilltop was expected soon.

·        Reported the agreement From Rushcliffe B C that we can carry over the £250 for new trees until next year.

·        Suggested that we pass to the Parochial Church Council any concerns that we have received from residents re the new format of Church services in Orston. This was agreed.

 

 

 

9. Items for Information

 

Items listed per the Agenda were noted & distributed. In particular :-

 

·       KED undertook to notify the Millenium Green Committee Chairman of the opportunity to apply for funds in the “ Growing Success “ publication.

·       KED to circulate the CPRE Houses & Gardens Brochure.

 

 

10. Date of Next Meeting

 

    TUESDAY 10TH MAY subject to availability of Village Hall.

 

 

 

Kath Daw

 

Parish Clerk

 

8th April 2008

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9.  Items for information.

Items listed per the Agenda were noted.

10.  Date of next meeting.

7.45 pm Thursday xx Xxxxx, xxxx in the Village Hall.

 

KED  xx.xx.xx