ORSTON PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON 2nd OCTOBER 2008

Adopted

 

PRESENT                  Cllr E Harrison (Chair )

Cllrs T Benton, S Davidson, W Gunn, P Henson,                    

IN ATTENDANCE   K Daw (Clerk )

APOLOGIES             Cllr Oates, Cllr Wheeler

Cllr M Suthers

Cllr J Cranswick

 

1. Minutes of Meeting Held on 4th September 2008 – accepted as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.

 

2. Matters Arising.

 

2.1 Finger Posts – It was noted that Notts C C require a significant amount of further information. Clerk to supply Cllr Harrison with map, for more detail to be added &  submitted

2.2  Newark & Sherwood B C consultation – Cllr Gunn has ascertained that no response is required. He has however indicated that we should wish to be consulted about any future changes in bus service, & also expressed concern at the height of the landfill site on the way to Newark.

2.3  Feedback from Rushcliffe B C planning event - Cllr Davidson reported that this had been a useful event, the main topic having been the production of parish plans. It was agreed that it would be useful to take the first steps towards this, starting with an event including all village organisations, with hopefully a presentation from Rushcliffe B C. Clerk to seek a suitable date in late Nov/early Dec.

2.4  Allotments in Orston – Clerk reported that the Church has informally agreed in principle to use of the “Spa Land”, but that this would need ratifying at the next PCC meeting in January. It would also depend on the current users relinquishing their rental in June 2010. It was agreed to seek potential interest via the next Newsletter.    

2.5  Highways issues - The Council noted the reply from the Highways Dept on the various works outstanding, & the action in place for completion. Cllr Harrison commented on the poor workmanship on the repair to the pavement outside Sunrise Cottage – other Cllrs to look at for further discussion at the next meeting.

2.6  Speedwatch – We have expressed interest in principle to the proposal for sharing with Shelton & others, & are awaiting further information. It was noted that there have been some operational problems with similar systems in other areas.

2.7  Building Better Communities – Cllr Davidson explained that to be successful, any bid would need to demonstrate a strong case, in the context of a formal plan. He undertook to provide further information at the next meeting.

2.8  Play equipment for older people – Cllr Benton undertook to put this forward at the next Playground meeting in November.

2.9  Dog Bins – Clerk to provide map to Cllr Harrison, who will advise on precise locations.

 2.10 Tree planting proposals – Rushcliffe B C have agreed our proposals up to £275, to be installed by end March ’09. Cllr Harrison to arrange the order.

2.11  Best Kept Village – Arrangements for the celebration on Sunday 12th October, were finalised.

2.12  Clerk reported receipt of a telephone response to our letter expressing concern at the recent process for changing the bus timetable. There appears to be a commitment to improve the process for the next time.

2.13  Clerk reported communication from Spirita, who have inspected the Chapel Garth garage forecourt, but there is as yet no promise of any action.

 

3. Correspondence Received.

 

3.1 Letter of thanks from Vitalise – noted.

3.2 Rushcliffe C V S AGM – no one available to attend.

3.3 Community workshop on proposed Eco town – no one had been available to attend.

3.4 Event on Transport for communities in Notts – Cllr Henson to attend.

3.5 Notts safe routes to School – Cllr Benton reported that he had replied to the questionnaire relating to Orston School.

3.6 Playground inspection training event – Cllr Benton not able to attend.

3.7 Consultation on making & enforcement of Bye laws – the proposals were agreed.

3.8 Offer of legal advice – noted.

 

4.  PUBLIC MEETING.

 

No members of the public were present

 

 

5. Planning Matters.

 

5.1 The Council noted the granting of approval to the following :-

·        Pollarding of Willow tree, Willow Cottage, Lombard St

·        Store/tractor shed, Longhedge Lane

·        Works to trees, St Mary’s churchyard – Cllr Gunn to discuss detail with Mr Ford.

·        Listed building consent to the demolition & 2 storey extension at Taylors Cottage, Loughbon.

 

5.2 The Council considered the planning application re the extension of Orston

Shooting Ground – no objection providing there is no significant increase in noise.

 

6. Finance.

 

6.1  The Council noted the approval to the 2007/8 financial statement by the external auditors, & agreed payment of the invoice £ 141 ( proposed by Cllr Benton & seconded by Cllr Gunn )

6.2  Payment to Roland Shepperson £153.17 to the end of September was proposed by           Cllr Gunn, seconded by Cllr Henson, & agreed.

      6.3  It was noted that the School’s share of the cost of the playground inspection is £ 12

              – Clerk to send invoice.

7. Councillors’  Reports.

Cllr Benton

·        Reported that Notts CC has now appointed a contractor for repair to bridleway No 7, but there is no start date yet.

·        Reported a new section to the playground, provided by the School.

·        Suggested a letter of thanks to Rushcliffe B C for the efficient refuse collection services in Orston, this was agreed.

·        Has notified the School of the new car park available in Orston, in the hope that this will contribute to a walk to school initiative.

Cllr Henson

 

·        Raised the disappearance of a seat from the millennium Green – Cllr Gunn has this & will install properly.

·        Reported trying to contact Bingham police re checking heavy lorries down Bottesford Lane.

·        Undertook to make a further 3 hedgehog boxes, for which the Council agreed to reimburse the cost of the wood.

 

Cllr Davidson

·        Reported the photograph of a number of Cllrs using the bus, being published in the Newark Advertiser.

Cllr Gunn

·        Drew attention to the forthcoming Bells & Flowers event in the Church.

·        Raised the issue of the process for communication from the Council. It was agreed that all letters should be sent by the Clerk even if previously drafted by a Cllr, and that the content should be agreed in advance as far as allowed by timescales. Copies of significant letters sent to be brought to the next meeting.

·         Undertook to liaise with the Refuse Collectors, & install the new bin at the top of the hill.

 

Cllr Harrison

·        Reported that Beryl Maule has kindly agreed to pay for a seat in memory of Ken, the possible site being on the corner of Loughbon & Mill Lane.

 

 

8.  Items for information.

Items listed per the Agenda were noted.

9.  Date of next meeting.

7.45 pm Thursday 6th November 2008 in the Village Hall.

 

Kath Daw

Parish Clerk

31.10.2008