Minutes of the Meeting of the High Littleton Parish Council held on Tuesday
8th December 2009
Public Meeting
There were no
members of the public present.
Councillors present
Mr Paul Wyatt (Chairman), Mr Keith Marshall (19.42 hours), Mr John Shears, Mr Nicholas Pearson and Mrs Vicki Smith
Apologies
Mr Bob Hitchens, Mr Sean Skelhorn
and Mr Ken Staplin
Minutes of the
Parish Meeting held on the 9th November 2009
These were signed by the Chairman as a true record of
the meeting after one amendment.
Under Grass and Cemetery, the first line should read –
“Mr S Skelhorn declared an interest as the proprietor of Flintwood Services and
left the room”.
Declarations
of Interest
None
Development
Control, Forestry Works and Footpath Diversions
07/02424/EOUT Mixed use redevelopment of former printworks
comprising offices, industrial residential, continuing care retirement
community, pub/restaurant, community building, open spaces, associated
infrastructure and access roads. Closed Polestar Purnell Factory Site Access
Road To Works Paulton, B&NES
Awaiting a decision
09/02001/OUT Erection of one-bedroom bungalow
(Resubmission), Cherry Cottage, High Street, High Littleton
Approved. To be
removed from the agenda
09/03542/OUT Erection of two new detached dwellings, Silver
Birches, Greyfield Road, High Littleton
Awaiting a decision
09/04107/REN Renewal of planning permission 06/03244/FUL
(Erection of am extension and replacement garage) Montvale Lodge, Paulton Road,
Hallatrow
Awaiting a decision
09/04314/FUL Erection of a single-storey rear extension
and detached pitched roof garage after demolition of existing High Croft, Scumbrum Lane, High Littleton
The Council agreed to support this application
providing there is arestrcition relating to the maintenance of the Gug with the
access to the site being primarily from Scumbrum Lane
09/04390/LBA Internal and external alterations for
replacement windows to North and West elevations and erection of a front porch
to replace existing, Ale Porter Cottage, New Road, High Littleton
The Council agreed this application
Shelter – The Star Inn
The
Clerk emailed Ms Jeanette Bokacz (B&NES Planning Enforcement Officer) for
the status of the smoking shelter. Ms Bokacz replied that she has spoken to Mrs
Elizabeth Kenna (Designated premises
Supervisor
of the Star). Ms Bokacz has explained that planning permission is required
which should be received by 22nd January 2010.
Bookbarn
question of Retail Outlet
Mr Les Kew is investigating the matter.
1.
Parish Plan – Highways & Environment
·
Speed Restrictions National Review
No news
·
Proposed road improvements and request for continuation of footway on
the Wells Road, Hallatrow in connection with the traffic implications of the
housing development in Paulton (old Polestar Site)
No news from the letter
sent to Mr Stefan Chiffers (B&NES Traffic Engineer) regarding the Council’s
concerns with traffic safety following the recent parking bay installation by
Bloomfield Cottages. The Council discussed this matter and the kerb amendment.
The Council requested that the Clerk write to Mr Chiffers and ask for his
comments to the Council’s above letter
Mr P Wyatt informed the
Council that Mr Chiffers is chasing the B&NES Legal Department with regards
to the footpath by the Old Station Inn.
·
Increasing number of vehicles using Harts Lane
Mr P Wyatt informed the
Council of the meeting held on the 25th November 2009 between the
Chairman’s of the High Littleton, Cameley and Clutton Parish Councils, the
District Councillors of the Parish Councils and Mr S Chiffers. The matter was
discussed in great depth. It was felt that Harts Lane is being used more than
the other two entrances to the Trident Works. Possibilities were also discussed
– a recognised route in Temple Inn Lane, speed restrictions or lay-bys. No
solution was found at the meeting. Mr Chiffers will speak to B&NES
Councillor Mr Charles Gerrish in order to look into possible solutions.
·
School Traffic
Issues
This is on next year’s Quick Wins programme.
No further news.
·
White Lines at
Highbury Road
The Clerk chased Mr Chiffers regarding the Parish
Council’s request of moving the lines at the junction with the A39. Mr P Wyatt
also spoke to Mr Chiffers about the matter. Mr Chiffers informed Mr Wyatt that
he will look into the matter and come back to the Council.
·
Safer Walking
Review
The Council will review and discuss fully in the
next Parish Meeting on 11th January 2010
·
The Gug – HGVs
using The Gug due to Sat Nav guidance
Mr
P Wyatt informed the Council that a resident from Gores Park has spoken to him
regarding the continuing Heavy Goods Vehicles being led down the Gug by
Satellite Navigation Systems. The Council discussed the matter and requested
that the Clerk write to Mr S Chiffers to and inform him that there have been
more complaints and ask for a sign to be placed at the top of the Gug saying
that the road is unsuitable for HGV’s.
2. Parking matters
·
Land/Lay-by north
of Eastwood Close, High Street
B&NES parking informed the Parish Council
earlier in the year that the installation of parking restrictions in the lay-by
next the Eastwood Close would be in this year’s financial programme. The Clerk was
requested to chase.
3. Highway related matters
The Highways Maintenance
sheet was updated
4. Bus Stops / Bus Shelters
·
Highbury Road Bus
Shelter
The Highbury Road bus shelter has been installed.
However the bin has yet to be replaced by
B&NES Parks Department. The Clerk
was requested to chase
·
New timetables –
Hallatrow omitted
Mr
J Shears informed the Council that the new bus timetables have removed the
early morning 179 service. This has resulted in young people unable to attend
college in Bath and people working in Bath until later in the morning. Mr
Shears provided a spreadsheet highlighting the point. The Council discussed the
fact the Parish have not been consulted and now have been isolated. The Council
requested that the Clerk write to First stating the Council’s objections to
this omission and to provide them with a copy of the spreadsheet.
5. Youth Service
No
news. The Council requested that the Clerk write to the Youth Service for a
progress report
6. B&NES Local Plan
Adopted October 2007
Ongoing
7. Christmas tree for
Hallatrow
The
Hallatrow Christmas tree at the Triangle has now been erected and dressed. To
be removed from the agenda
8. Christmas tree for High
Littleton
The
High Littleton Christmas tree at the Batch has also been erected and dressed
with necessary works and installation of the electrical enclosure being done on
time. The Clerk was requested to write to Mr Dave Kingman (Somer 2000) to thank
him and his men for the good work. The Clerk to also mention that the lights
are on for 24 hours and need to be on the same time switch as the Hallatrow
tree.
9. Church Farm – review
No
news
10. Footpaths
No news. The Clerk as requested to chase
Mr Colin Hudson (B&NES Public Footpath Officer)
emailed the Clerk to ask for the name of the
Landowner of the above footpath as it is
obstructed.
The
Clerk reported the above to Mr C Hudson no news
Mr
J Shears informed the Council that the footpath CL11/16 that the storm water
run off from Aumery Gardens is creating a water logged footpath. The developers
failed to put in a soak away or drain
11. Mary Jones Charity
A
meeting of the Mary Jones Charity Trustees was held on the 25th
November 2009. The Trustees decided on Christmas donations.
12. Core Strategy Spatial
Options
Mr
N Pearson informed the Council that he is in the process of providing a draft
response to B&NES stating that the Council preferred option 1of the Core
Strategy. The dead line for representations has been extended to 15th
January 2005
13. Digital TV Switchover
The
Clerk has put notices up offering a contact for those needing help with the
forthcoming Digital Switchover next year: with the added a warning of possible distraction burglaries.
14. Computer replacement
The Clerk informed the
Council that her own computer used for parish work has ceased to work. Due to
the necessity of having a computer for parish work, she immediately purchased a
computer from PC World for the cost of £636.92 (inclusive of VAT) which also includes
Microsoft Office package. The Clerk requested that the Council share the cost
with East Harptree Parish Council. The Council discussed the matter. Mr N Pearson proposed that the High
Littleton Parish Council purchase the computer for inclusive of VAT and take out the “Whatever
Happens” 5 year warranty and East Harptree Parish Council pay £75 a year
service charge for the use of the computer. This was seconded by Mr K Marshall
and carried unanimously.
15. Parish Charter – Review
and Questionnaire
The Clerk sent a questionnaire
regarding the Parish Charter to the Councillors for their comments. The Council
had no comment to offer.
Reports from
Representatives
Allotments
Nothing to report
Recreation Ground
The Clerk wrote to Mrs Rosemary
Shears (RGC Chair) to state that the High Littleton Parish Council offer £426
towards this year’s insurance and 43% of the future insurance premiums. No
response to date.
Mr J Shears added a verbal
report
Police and Neighbourhood Watch
The Council were informed that a newsletter was available
for the Councillors to read. The newsletter mentions the use of memo cam that
is installed after someone has been a victim of distraction burglary. The memo
cam takes images of callers. It has been successful in the apprehension would
be burglars
School Governors
Nothing to report
Grass and Cemetery
Ford Bros Civil Surfacing have completed the
repairs to the cemetery footpath. The Council agreed that a good job had
been accomplished.
ALCA
The Council discussed whether the Clerk should be
the ALCA representative. No decision was made.
Newsletter
No news
Greyfield Wood
No news
Parish Sweeper Scheme
The Clerk contacted B&NES to request the
removal of the leaves from Church Hill.
Parish Cluster Meeting
No news
Parish Liaison Meeting
No news
Items of interest from District Councillor:
No news
Correspondence for Action:
None
For information (on table): The Clerk – November 2009;
Clerks and Councils Direct – November 2009; Avon & Somerset Police
Authority – Newsletter; High Littleton Primary School – Newsletter; Somer Times
– Autumn 2009.
Financial
Clerk’s Pay
The Clerk left the room while
the Council discussed the Clerk’s pay. Mr P Wyatt informed the Clerk on her
return to the room that the Council will agree to the Clerk’s pay being
increased to SCP 30 pro rata as from November 2009 on merit of improved
performance.
Precept discussion by tabling
initial draft budget
The Council further discussed
the draft budget for2010/2011. Mr P Wyatt
proposed that the Council set the Precept for 2010/2011 Financial Year to
£23,000 only. This was seconded by Mr N Pearson and carried unanimously
For Payment:
The following cheques were approved for
payment December 2009:-
|
Cheque 080 |
To Pauline Young |
|
|
|
Clerk's pay Nov (4 Weeks |
808.60 |
|
|
Less Nov Tax |
(68.80) |
|
|
Less Nov NI Contributions |
(40.68) |
|
|
Net Total |
699.12 |
|
|
Travel for Nov 2009 |
37.40 |
|
|
Total |
736.52 |
|
Cheque 081 |
To Brian Maule for Nov (4 wks) Sweeping |
158.40 |
|
Cheque 082 |
To David Redwood for Nov (4 wks) Sweeping Less Nov Tax Net Total |
264.00 21.00 243.00 |
|
Cheque 083 |
Post Office Ltd Clerk’s and Redwood Nov Tax Clerk’s NI Nov (Employee + employers contribs) Total |
89.80 88.04 177.84 |
|
Cheque 084 |
SLCC – Clerk attendance at Regional Conference |
56.35 |
|
Cheque 085 |
GT Grass Care – Grass Cutting Recreation Ground 2009 |
1725.00 |
|
Cheque 086 |
SLCC – Renewal Annual membership |
108.54 |
|
Cheque 087 |
Gordon Jackson – Grant for sweets for Father Christmas for Chidren (Carol Singing) |
15.00 |
|
Cheque 088 |
Ford Bros Civil Engineering – surface works to cemetery |
3852.50 |
|
Cheque 089 |
B&NES – Triangle Annual Rent |
1.00 |
|
Sub Total |
|
7073.15 |
|
Cheque 090 Cheque 091 |
P Young - PC World – Computer Fosseway Press – Newsletter |
636.92 126.00 |
|
Total |
|
£7,710.07 |
None
Recreation Ground Grass
Cutting Contract
Quarterly Accounts and
Payments
Date of Next Meeting
Monday
11th January 2010
The
Chairman concluded the meeting at 20.53 hours
Chairman Clerk
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