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Earls Barton Parish Council Meeting Minutes 2005
Minutes of the Meeting held at St John’s Ambulance HQ 10 January 2005
Present: Cllrs P Verden, Mrs Abbott, M Cahill, Mrs Hadman, R Page, Ms Payne, M Perkins, M Streeton, P Wright. Apologies were received from Cllrs G Blackwell and Mrs Mallard.
01/05 Police and Community Safety Acting Supt Paul Fell attended the meeting to discuss local policing issues. He advised that a new working system was introduced by Northants Police in October, and explained the structure to the Parish Council. He advised that there are no plans to close the Earls Barton Police Office. The office is currently being used by the Community Action Team covering the Eastern Region. He is happy for the Community Beat Officer to attend Parish Council meetings as and where his shifts and other commitments allow.
02/05 – Affordable Housing Co Ltd Jerry Bird and Garth Jagles made a presentation to the Parish Council regarding their companies aim to provide affordable housing is rural areas. The Parish Council felt that the scheme was not suitable for Earls Barton, and the Clerk will confirm this in writing.
03/05 Public Time No members of the public were in attendance
04/05 Declarations of Interest None were made
05/05 Minutes of Meeting of 13 December 2004 These were adopted as a correct record
06/05 Matters Arising The Clerk is looking into costs for insuring the War Memorial. Inspection forms to be passed to Cllr Payne for the Pioneer. Co-opting on of new councillors will be dealt with at the next meeting.
07/05 Accounts
08/05 Finance & Projects Meetings of the Grounds Maintenance Committee and the Finance Committee were arranged for Monday 17 January 2005 , to set the precept for 2005/06 and the tenders for maintenance work. The audit for 2003/04 has been concluded. It was agreed that Mineral Star be asked to carry out the work required to the roof at Pioneer.
09/05 Sports & Leisure Development Group Cllr Verden reported on a meeting held with WBC officers in December. It has been agreed that the street name for the new development off Broad Street will be Blackwell Close. All alternative sites for sporting facilities have now been ruled out, and WBC are supporting a Compulsory Purchase Order on The Grange. Future electricity bills for the Pioneer to be passed to EBUFC.
10/05 Stopping up of Highway Land – 21 Dowthorpe End Following the Safety audit carried out by Northamptonshire County Council, the Parish Council have no objections to the stopping up of the highway land.
11/05 State of Footpaths Recently, a pedestrian fell outside the chemist due to the condition of the footpath. NCC have inspected the area but, although it is in the programme for re-surfacing, they feel that it does not warrant immediate attention. A meeting will be held with Brian Hayward of NCC on Friday 14 January 2005 , at the site. Any dangerous footpaths should be reported to Clarence.
12/05 Applications for Grants/Donations It was agreed that no cut off date should be made for applications for grants or donations. Any group applying for funds from the Parish Council will be asked to provide a full set of accounts, and a budget for donations will be included in next years precept.
13/05 Fireworks Display and Carol Concert A letter of thanks was received from Ted Scarfe of Churches Together for the firework display at the Christmas Eve Carol Concert. It was agreed that entry would continue to be charged at the village Firework Display, although there is a need for more marshals.
14/05 WBC Deeds for Toilet Site on Recreation Field Cllr Payne to look at the deeds regarding the change over of the land of the former public toilets on the Recreation Field, from WBC to Earls Barton Parish Council.
15/05 NALC Annual Conference The annual conference had to be cancelled due to lack of interest. The Clerk was asked to write in reply to advise that the fact the conference was on a Saturday and the length of the conference made it difficult to find delegates. Also, the conference is more beneficial for smaller Parish Councils.
16/05 ACRE Conference To be held at The Hunsbury Hill Centre on 20 January 2005 , 5.30pm – 8.30pm
17/05 Wellingborough Community Safety Forum To be held at Hemmingwell Community Centre on 17 January 2005 at 7pm
18/05 Wellingborough Community Forum To be held at Mill Road Baptist Church , Wellingborough on 21 January 2005 at 12noon.
19/05 Earls Barton Infant School – Healthy eating award Earls Barton Infant School has achieved a bronze award for promoting healthy eating. A letter of congratulations will be sent.
20/05 Highways WBC to be contacted regarding litter collection around the whole village, rather than just the centre. The Clerk will apply for a road closure for the carnival, to be held 18 June 2005 . The Clerk will advise NCC that the pocket park sign on The Square has been removed. The clerk will contact the Co-op regarding their perimeter wall, which is in a bad state of repair and the bushes which are overgrown next to the pavement.
21/05 Planning Additions were: WP/04/0860/F – Dropped kerb at 59 Doddington Road for Mr & Mrs G T Mundin WP/04/0903/F – Proposed new 2 storey dwelling 28 Elizabeth Way for Mr & Mrs McKenzie A letter of objection was received regarding WP/04/0903/F. As a result, the clerk will request a site meeting with WBC. No further comments were required on the applications received.
Date of Next Meeting Monday 14 February 2005 – 7.15pm Minutes of the Meeting held at St John’s Ambulance HQ 14 February 2005
Present: Cllrs P Verden, Mrs Abbott, G Blackwell, M Cahill, Mrs Hadman, Mrs Mallard, R Page, Ms Payne, M Perkins, P Wright. Apologies were received from Cllr M Streeton
22/05 Public Time Rob Mair of Earls Barton Cricket Club attended to voice his support for the reconstitution of the Sports and Leisure Development Group
23/05 Declarations of Interest Cllr Perkins declared an interest in Planning application WP/05/0074/O Cllr Mrs Abbott declared an interest in the Sports and Leisure Development Group.
24/05 Minutes of Meeting of 10 January 2005 These were adopted as a correct record
25/05 Matters Arising Cllr Payne reported on the contract between WBC and EBPC to transfer the land on which the public toilets stood in the Recreation Field. Clarification to be made on whether there will be a nominal charge for the transfer, and what will happen regarding the existing drainage. Cllr Wright reported on the meeting with Brian Hayward, NCC, regarding the footpath outside the chemist. As the defect is less than 24mm, no action will be taken at present, however, NCC will monitor. The footpath and car park will be included for re-surfacing in the 2006 budget. The Clerk will send a letter to Brian Hayward expressing the PC ongoing concern regarding this. Cllr Blackwell expressed his thanks for the flowers sent by the PC to his wife.
26/05 Accounts
27/05 Finance & Projects A report was made from the Finance Committee and the Precept for 2005/06 agreed. Band D is set at £48.33, an increase of 1.4% on last year. This is mainly due to the amount of money spent this year to rectify acts of vandalism.
28/05 Police/Community Safety A letter of thanks was received from Acting Supt Paul Fell, regarding his visit to January’s meeting. It was agreed that he be invited back to June’s meeting to report on progress of police issues. Cllr Verden will attend the Unsung Heroes Award Presentation evening in March.
29/05 Sports and Leisure Development Group Following discussing, Cllr Blackwell proposed, and it was agreed that the Sports and Development Group be re constituted as a formal committee of Earls Barton Parish Council. The committee will include non councillor members, who were already a part of the group. Following a letter from Hanson’s agents, it was agreed that the Clerk obtain quotes for tree works to be carried out at the Pioneer to make is safe.
30/05 Grounds Maintenance Committee The Clerk reported that the invitations to apply for tender were sent out by the end of January. The closing date is 28 February 2005 , and the Grounds Maintenance committee will meet on 8 March, to discuss the applications prior to the next full PC meeting. Moles are becoming a problem at the Cemetery. Cllr Cahill asked to contact mole catcher. A quote for extending the Garden of Remembrance be acquired, along with a quote for an “No Unauthorised Vehicles” sign and a bollard, for the entrance to the Cemetery. Clerk to deal.
31/05 Mowing of Grange Sports Field It was agreed that, as the specifications for maintenance have already been drawn up for 2005/06, and do not include The Grange, this request should be treated as a grant. As such, the Clerk will contact EBCC/EBUFC/EBSA for full accounts, before a decision is reached.
32/05 Co-opting on to fill 2 Vacancies on Parish Council 6 applications were received for the 2 vacancies. Following a vote, Mrs Jayne Bond and Mr Chris Selling were selected to join Earls Barton Parish Council.
33/05 ACRE Conference A conference on Rural Social Exclusion to be held at The Hunsbury Hill Centre on 24 February 2005 , 7pm – 9.30pm
34/05 WBC Parish Forum The meeting scheduled for 23 February 2005 , has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting will be held on 15 June 2005.
35/05 WBC Mayor’s Civic Ball To be held 4 March, in Kettering.
36/05 Affordable Housing Co Ltd The Clerk to write to the above company, explaining that EBPC have decided not interested in acting on their proposals for affordable housing in Earls Barton.
37/05 WBC Statement of Licensing Policy – Licensing Act 2003 Details held by The Clerk. 38/05 North Northamptonshire Joint Planning Unit All information held be Cllr Payne.
39/05 ODPM – Discussion documents Discussion documents on Citizen Engagement and Public Service:Why Neighbourhoods Matter and Vibrant Local Leadership, passed to Cllr Wright.
40/05 Northamptonshire Waste Local Plan Passed to Cllr Verden
41/05 Carnival 2005 Permission was granted to use the Recreation Field for the carnival, and permission was also granted for the mobile bar.
42/05 Highways Clerk reported on a meeting with Sheila Cheney of NCC, regarding Harrowick Lane/West Way . No entry signs not possible but, additional one way signs and a playground sign are on order. The work on the Zebra Crossing on Doddington Road has begun. The Speed Boards have been ordered for 25 May 2005 . Due to holidays, Clerk to request that they be delivered a week earlier. Clerk to write to John Robinson to advise that Earls Barton can hold a Parish Highway Representative Scheme Local Meeting, if they are able to schedule one for a Monday. The Clerk will send a letter to Brian Hayward, NCC, requesting that the yellow lines on Station Road be re-painted, and that the yellow lines on the junction of Broad Street and Dowthorpe End be legalised, and that the steps opposite The Swan are uneven and dangerous. The Clerk will contact Clarence requesting that the white lines on the steps opposite the Post Office be re-painted. Clerk also to send a letter to Trixie Elderton advising that the speed sign will be placed on the opposite side of the road from her farm, to avoid any problems with visibility.
43/05 Planning No comments were required on the applications received.
Date of Next Meeting Monday 14 March 2005 – 7.15pm Minutes of the Meeting held at St Johns Ambulance HQ 14 March 2005
Present: Cllrs P Verden, Mrs Abbott, G Blackwell, Mrs Bond, M Cahill, Mrs Mallard, R Page, C Selling. Apologies were received from Cllrs Mrs Abbott for her late arrival, Mrs Hadman, Ms Payne who was on Borough Council business and P Wright. Cllr Verden opened the meeting by welcoming our 2 new councillors.
44/05 Public Time No members of the public were present
45/05 Declarations of Interest Cllrs Mallard and Verden declared an interest in planning application WP/05/0125/F
46/05 Minutes of Meeting of 14 February 2005 These were adopted as a correct record
47/05 Matters Arising Cllr Cahill reported that the mole catcher is once again looking at the problem in the cemetery. The Clerk would like to make clear that the flowers recently sent to Cllr and Mrs Blackwell were paid for with donations made by members of the Parish Council, and not with public funds.
48/05 Accounts
49/05 Finance & Projects Cllr Verden reported that work would soon commence on the Youth Club car park. The quote is for £2395 more than the £11000 grant from WBC. It was agreed that the Parish Council would cover the difference. It was agreed that action should be taken to replace the Youth Club heating system, which has been budgeted for in 2005/06 precept. The cost will be met by the funds held in the Reserve Account, and will be replaced once the precept payment has been received from WBC. It was agreed that the NALC internal auditor be appointed for 2005/06.
50/05 Police/Community Safety Cllr Blackwell reported on the Unsung Hero Awards Presentation Night. It was agreed that in future, nominees would be asked to provide details of their achievements, to be included with the nomination form. The Clerk reported that 15 crimes were reported in Earls Barton during February 2005. Details were also passed to councillors of the Northants Police Force Communications Centre.
51/05 Sports & Leisure Development Committee Cllr Blackwell reported on the last meeting held with WBC officers. The Clerk read a letter from WBC regarding activity that EBPC need to pursue to ensure continued progress. It was agreed that the Clerk should reply to this letter, expressing concern over the suggestion that EBPC may have to meet the costs relating to a possible CPO and the purchase of land for sporting facilities, and ask that WBC provide financial support.
52/05 Grounds Maintenance Committee Cllr Abbott reported on the Grounds Maintenance Committee meeting held on 8 March 2005 , relating to applications for tender 2005/06. It was agreed that the maintenance contracts be awarded to those recommended by the Grounds Maintenance Committee.
53/05 Mowing of Grange Sports Field It was agreed by majority vote that a grant of £930 be awarded to Earls Barton Sports Association to cover the cost of mowing The Grange Sports Field. Future years will be included in the precept and the Grounds Maintenance tenders.
54/05 Cemetery The extension to the Garden of Remembrance to be deferred to April’s meeting, as awaiting further quotes. It was agreed that the rules and regulations of the cemetery be amended to include no access for unauthorised vehicles. It was also agreed that the new style headstone for the Garden of Remembrance , which include a pot for flowers, be approved, and local undertakers be informed of the changes to the rules and regulations. Following concern raised by several villager, a bollard would not be considered for the cemetery entrance at this point, but the costs of signs would be looked into by the Clerk. The Clerk and Cllr Abbott will complete the Burial Grounds Survey Questionnaire received. It was also agreed that cemetery fees be increased in line with WBC.
55/05 EBPC Committee Cllrs Bond and Selling agreed to fill the vacancies on the Finance and Project Committee.
56/05 Transfer of Licence – The Stags Head No objections were received
57/05 The Standards Board for England – Code of Conduct Consultation Any required responses for the consultation will be reported back at April 2005’s meeting
58/05 East Midlands Regional Assembly – Consulation of Freight and Waste Strategys No comments were given for the consulations
59/05 Wellingborough Community Forum To be held Friday 18 March, 12-1.30pm at The Tithe Barn 60/05 Older Persons Health Forum Details for 16 March meeting placed on Notice Board
61/05 Open Space Compton Way A letter was received from EBPC insurers regarding a claim for damages relating to Compton Way . I was agreed that the Clerk should reply to the letter, advising that no report was made to the parish council by the injured party at the time of the incident, and requesting that medical records be provided relating to any injury sustained.
62/05 DEFRA – Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Bill Details of the bill introduced on 7 December 2004 , were read out by the Clerk.
63/05 WBC –Road Closure Order A road closure order has been issued by WBC for the Carnival on Saturday 18 June 2005 .
64/05 English Nature The Clerk will write to English Nature stating that the Pioneer Sportsfield fall outside the area proposed as as Site of Special Scentific Interest
66/05 Stopping up order – Section 116 Highways Act 1980 Notification was received for a stopping up order to be made to Wellingborough Magistrates, relating to highway land adj to 21 Dowthorpe End
67/05 Application for Transfer of Licence – The Old Swan No objections were received
68/05 WBC – Land Forming WC Site on Recreation Field A letter was received stating that no fee would be demanded for the transfer of the land to EBPC. The issue of the drains is still being looked into.
69/05 The Knoll A letter from a concerned resident close to The Knoll will be forwarded to the Northants Police Area Commander, and the local Community Beat Officer. The Clerk will reply.
70/05 WBC – Public Art Supplementary Planning Document Consultation No comments were made in reply to the consultation
71/05 Highways The Clerk will write to WBC planning dept regarding the need for a footpath on Aggate Way , close to the new medical centre. The Clerk will contact Ecton Estates regarding the bad state of the barn at the bottom of Clay Lane . The Clerk will ask WBC to perform a thorough tidy up of litter and rubbish in the village, and also report a coping dislodged from the wall around the Manor House flats. The church will be notified relating to the coping dislodged from the church wall. An anonymous letter relating to the footpath between Churchill Way and Doddington Road cannot be actioned, as no address was provided.
72/05 Planning Applications WP/05/0099/F – single storey side extension at 9 Grange Close for Mr K Burrows WP/05/0106/F – single storey timber garden annexe at 70 Northampton Road for Mr R Leighton WP/05/0107/F – loft conversion to bungalow, extension to rear & demolition of garage and porch at 8 Sheffield Way for Mrs M Horne WP/05/0111/F – conversion of garage roof space to bedroom and dormers to front at 3 Woodlands Grange for Mr & Mrs White WP/05/0125/F – installation of 20m telecommunications tower with 3 no antennas, 2 no 600mm & 1no 300mm diameter dish antennas, radio equipment housing & development ancillary thereto at 60 Grange Farm, Wellingborough Road for Hutchison 3G UK Ltd WP/05/0158/F – detached bungalow with integral garage at rear 9 Dowthorpe End for Mr & Mrs L Mealing WP/05/0159/F – rear conservatory, front conservatory porch and side car port at 12 Whitworth Crescent for Mr I Horn WP/05/0164/F – proposed new dwelling at 28 Elizabeth Way for Mr & Mrs McKenzie Permission Granted WP/04/0800/F – Part of TIP Trailer Rental, Grendon Road for Wollaston Motors Ltd WP/04/0838/F – 6 Milbury for Mr & Mrs Halsall WP/04/0849/F – New vehicle crossing at 35-45 Doddington Road for Northamptonshire County Council WP/04/0860/F – 59 Doddington Road for Mr & Mrs G T Mundin WP/04/0877/F – Unit D4 Mallard Close for Newcobi Ltd WP/04/0884/F – 34 Northampton Road for Mr J C & Mrs A M Howard Permission Refused WP/04/0903/F – 28 Elizabeth Way for Mr & Mrs McKenzie Site viewings will be requested for applications WP/05/0106/F and WP/05/0125/F. An objection will be lodged with respect of WP/05/0164/F, due to the similarity to application WP/05/0903/F, which was rejected. A copy of letters received relating to WP/05/0074/O as well a trees in the conservation area will be forwarded to Felicity Webber of WBC. No further comments were required on the other applications received.
Date of Next Meeting 11 April 2005 – 7.15pm Minutes of the Meeting held at St John’s Ambulance HQ 11 April 2005
Present: Cllrs P Verden, Mrs Abbott, G Blackwell, Mrs Bond, M Cahill, Mrs Hadman, Mrs Mallard, R Page, Ms Payne, C Selling. Apologies were received from Cllrs Perkins and Wright
73/05 Public Time No members of the public were present
74/05 Declarations of Interest Cllr Payne declared an interest in a letter sent by Mineral Star concerning the re-surfacing of the Youth Club car park.
75/05 Minutes of the Meeting of 14 March 2005 These were adopted as a correct record
76/05 Matters Arising Cllr Blackwell reported that a footpath at Aggate Way was not a planning condition of the new Medical Centre. The Clerk will write to WBC asking why this was not made a condition, and to NCC to advise that EBPC fully supports the need for a footpath on Aggate Way . As yet, no letter has been sent to Ecton Estates regarding the barn on Clay Lane . The Clerk will deal with this.
77/05 Accounts
A payment of £ 11000.00 relating to the capital grant for the youth club car park re-surfacing was received from WBC
78/05 Finance & Projects Clerk to contact WBC for an update on the Capital Grant application for 2005/06. Advertisements to be placed in The Tower, the library and notice board inviting applications for grants from local groups for 2006/07. Closing date to be set for 31 October 2005.
79/05 Police/Community Safety Crime figures were reported. In 2004/05 242 offences were reported in Earls Barton, a decrease of 23 on the previous year. 25 offences were reported in March 2005. A letter was received from Chief Insp Paul Fell, requesting feedback on police involvement at Parish Council meetings. It was agreed that the clerk should reply suggesting that a representative of the police should attend 1 meeting per quarter, and that the crime figures supplied should include a detection rate. Chief Insp Fell to be invited to the June meeting. The Clerk agreed to place an advertisement in The Tower warning of bogus caller and distraction burglaries. The matter of door chains for the elderly will be looked into for next years budget, and Cllr Cahill will provide some leaflets for distribution to the elderly about the “nominated neighbour” scheme.
80/05 Sports & Leisure Development Committee Cllr Blackwell reported that dates have been set for the meetings between WBC officers and Community and The Diocese, to discuss the possibility of acquiring the land at The Grange. No reply has been received from Joe Hubbard WBC regarding the question of funding. The Clerk reported that Earls Barton Cricket Club has been chosen as a “Focus Club” by NCCC and ECB, and will be holding a working party at the Grange on 16/17 April.
81/05 Cemetery It was agreed that Malc Garner be asked to carry out the work involved in extending the Garden of Remembrance . He will also be asked to repair the broken bench in the Cemetery. It was also agreed that the Clerk order the “No Unauthorised Vehicles” sign for the cemetery entrance. Cllr Abbott reported that WBC will not be increasing their fees at present. It was agreed that we postpone increasing our fees until done so by WBC. A request by a relative to purchase a bench for the cemetery was agreed, subject to the fixing of the bench being carried out by the Parish Council, the bench being in keeping with those already on site and no name plaques to be attached to the bench. WBC Amenity Services Manager has offered to meet with members of the PC to discuss cemetery matters.
82/05 The Standards Board for England – Code of Conduct Consultation No comments were made by the members
83/05 Northamptonshire Minerals & Waste Development Framework The Clerk will respond welcoming the principals of a Statement of Community Involvement, which will enable NCC to consult on the plans they prepare and on the planning applications they receive.
84/05 Publication of the Regioanal Spacial Strategy fo the East Midlands Is available at www.go-em.gov.uk or at local authorities and libraries
85/05 WBC – Community Safety Forum To be held on Monday 18 April 2005 at Earls Barton Youth Club – 7pm
86/05 Re-surfacing Youth Club Car Park A letter was received from Mineral Star asking why, when they provided a quote for the work approximately 2 years ago, was the work carried out by another contractor. The Clerk will send a letter of apology to Mineral Star, and will investigate the matter, to report back at next months meeting.
87/05 Tower Magazine An article in last months Tower suggested that no village organizations objected to the Local Minerals Plan. The PC would like to make it clear that an objection was made by the group as a whole, as well as by a number of individual councilors.
88/05 Highways Clarence has now been renamed Street Doctor, and the telephone number for reporting is 0845 6011113. Cllr Blackwell reported that, following discussion on the yellow lines at Dowthorpe End with Brian Hayward NCC, parking restrictions will be staying. A letter will be sent to the relevant residents regarding the tree cuttings on the footpath from Doddington Road to Fairhurst Way , the overhanging trees on the corner of Churchill Road and Broad Street , and the repairs required to the wall on Dowthorpe Hill, close to Spring Gardens . The Clerk will contact Street Doctor requesting that all drains and gulleys in the village be cleaned, and to report the broken railing on The Green. WBC will be contacted regarding the abandoned car on Station Road . The Clerk will write to Brian Hayward, NCC, regarding the drop kerbs not lining up correctly to the properties in the closes off Dowthorpe Hill. The Clerk to deal with the broken lock on the barrier by the Pocket Park.
89/05 Planning Applications: WP/05/0218/F – single storey extension to side and rear of existing dwelling at 25 Dowthorpe End for Mr & Mrs Denning WP/05/0163/F – construction of an all weather surface to the existing runway 03/21 with associated taxiway apron areas and earthworks at Sywell Aerodrome, Wellingborough Road , Sywell for Sywell Aerodrome Ltd. No comments were required on the applications received. The Clerk will contact WBC regarding a static caravan which has been lifted into the garden of a property on Elizabeth Way , and is being used as a dwelling.
Date of Next Meeting 9 May 2005 – 7.15pm Minutes of the Meeting held at St Johns Ambulance HQ 9 May 2005
Present: Cllrs P Verden, Mrs Abbott, M Cahill, Mrs Hadman, Mrs Mallard, R Page, M Perkins, C Selling, M Streeton. Apologies were received from Cllrs G Blackwell and Ms Payne, who were on Borough Council business, and Cllrs Mrs Bond and P Wright.
90/05 Election of Chair Cllr Verden was proposed by Cllr Cahill and seconded by Cllr Page. No further proposals were made. Proposal carried unanimously.
91/05 Election of Vice Chair Cllr Cahill was proposed by Cllr Page and seconded by Cllr Verden. No further proposals were made. Proposal carried unanimously.
92/05 Election of Committees Cllr Verden proposed that the committees remain unchanged. Cllr Page seconded. Proposal carried unanimously.
93/05 Public Time Mr West attended to discuss his concerns with the allotments. Mr Strong attended to discuss The Knoll, and it was agreed that the Grounds Maintenance Committee would arrange a site visit to look at the possibility of some sort of barrier to protect the fences from damage.
94/05 Declarations of Interest None were made
95/05 Minutes of the Meeting of 11 April 2005 These were adopted as a correct record
96/05 Matters Arising The Clerk is still awaiting reply to letters sent regarding the Aggate Way footpath, the barn on Clay Lane and the static caravan at a property on Elizabeth Way . The locks on the barriers on Station Road have been dealt with. NCC has confirmed that the resurfacing work on Dowthorpe Hill will include the Closes, and any adjustments to the drop kerb will need to be funded by the home owner. A letter from the owner of the damaged wall on Dowthorpe Hill was read out. The Clerk will reply stating that there is nothing the Parish Council can do in the form of financial compensation or advice.
97/05 Accounts
98/05 Finance & Projects The Capital Grant from WBC for 2005/06, for work on the play area in the Rec has been approved, although the Clerk is still awaiting written confirmation of the amount granted. Cllrs should start to think of possible applications for the Capital Grant scheme for 2006/07. This will be discussed further at June’s meeting. The Clerk will obtain quotes for the stripping back and re-painting the railings around the War Memorial.
99/05 Police/Community Safety No crime figures were received. Council members will deal with distributing “Nominated Neighbour” packs. Clerk will chase up Chief Insp Paul Fell, who has been invited to attend June’s meeting.
100/05 Sports & Leisure Development Committee A letter was received from Joe Hubbard, confirming that any funding from WBC relating to a possible CPO on sporting grounds in Earls Barton, would need to be applied for (eg in the Capital Grants Scheme) although this is some way off at present. Next meeting with WBC officers will take place on 18 May 2005 . Next Committee meeting 19 May.
101/05 Youth Club Car Park The investigation found that no copies were taken of the original quote or the grant application form. It was felt that lessons could be learned and that, in future, all quotes obtained must be addressed to the Parish Council and must be passed to the Clerk for dealing with. Copies will be taken of all quotes obtained, and held by the Clerk.
102/05 Allotments Following Mr West’s letter, it was decided that Cllr Cahill would arrange for rabbit control methods to be put in place on the allotments. The Clerk would arrange for any spare plots to be rotavated, to make them more attractive to potential allotment holders. Cllr Selling to contact Whites Recycling to remove a shed on one of the spare plots, which is possibly made of asbestos.
103/05 WBC - Parish Forum Next meeting to be held 15 June 2005 . Any items for the agenda to be passed to the Clerk before the next Parish Council meeting.
104/05 Clerk Salary Review It was agreed that the Clerk’s salary be increased to £9.315 per hour and backdated to 1 April 2005 , in line with NALC recommendations. The number of hours worked by the Clerk, and the Registrars Salary will be reviewed in 6 months time.
105/05 Allianz Cornhill Our insurers have recommended that a tree survey to include possibility of root damage be carried out on the tree next to Rose Cottage. The Clerk will contact Salcey Care for cost of this survey.
106/05 WBC – Renewal of Public Entertainment Licence – Bowls Club No comments required
107/05 Earls Barton Carnival – Public Toilets A quote of £230 plus vat to provide mobile toilets for the Carnival was accepted. The Clerk was asked to send a copy of the quote to WBC, and ask for them to meet the cost.
108/05 WBC Cemetery Management WBC new Memorial Safety Policy and updated Cemetery Rules and Regulation 2005 will be looked at by Cllr Abbott and the Clerk, who will report back at the next meeting.
109/05 Northamptonshire ACRE Village Survey To be completed by the Clerk, with assistance from Cllrs Verden and Cahill, if required.
110/05 Stopping Up Order – Section 116 of the Highways Act 1980 An application received for the stopping up of highway land on Dowthorpe End, required no comment.
111/05 Litter Bin Doddington Road A request for a litter bin at the re located bus stop on Doddington Road to be passed to Cllr Blackwell
112/05 Age Concern The Clerk will write to Age Concern advising that we are no aware of a Village Contact Volunteer in Earls Barton, but will be happy to place a notice on the Notice Board if required.
113/05 MKSM Growth Area Proposals and East Midland Regional Plan Details held by the Clerk
114/05 Highways Surface Water on Agate Way being investigated by Anglian Water. The Clerk will contact St Doctor regarding the yellow lines on Station Road and the trees overhanging the road on Clay Lane . Brian Hayward will be contacted regarding the trees causing visibility problems on the A4500 between Earls Barton and Wilby. Joe Hubbard (WBC) to be asked for advice regarding the footpath on the corner of Blackwell Close and Broad Street . Clerk to write to owners of trees overhanging path between school and estate agents, and the developers of property on Prince St regarding blocking the road and security of site. Clerk to contact owner of building next to dance school regarding state of repair. Clerk to send letter of complaint regarding bin collections on Blackwell Close. Right of way at the end of the Gray/Burns/Keats close needs strimming. Also, clerk to look into boundary issue next to 18 Burns Close.
115/05 Planning Applications WP/05/0251/F – proposed replacement dwelling at 49 Mears Ashby Road for Mr S Williams WP/05/0257/F – proposed detached dwelling with allocated parking and garden at land adj 11 Churchill Road for Miss M White WP/05/0269/F – dormer side extension over garage and rear conservatory (slightly amended scheme) at 13 Cordon Crescent for Wayne Pittams WP/05/0272/F – replacements of windows and door and installation of roller shutters at Vins Village Stores, 6 North Road for Mr S Patel WP/05/0288/F – proposed mono-pitched roof to front of property at 25 Cordon Crescent for Ms J Patrick WP/05/0291/F – single storey rear extension at E Lee and Son Butcher, 25 The Square for Mr I Forth Permissions Granted WP/05/0029/F – 24 Spencer Close for Mr & Mrs P Anderson WP/05/0038/F – 91 Wellingborough Road for Mr M Seckington WP/05/0099/F – 8 Grange Close for Mr K Burrows Permission Refused WP/05/0030/F – 74 Elizabeth Way for Mr Streeter No comments were required on the applications received.
Date of Next Meeting 13 June 2005 – 7.15pm Minutes of the Meeting held at St Johns Ambulance HQ 13 June 2005
Present: Cllrs P Verden, Mrs Abbott, G Blackwell, Mrs Bond, M Cahill, Mrs Hadman, Mrs Mallard, R Page, Ms Payne (arrived late as on Borough Council business), M Perkins, C Selling. Apologies were received from Cllr P Wright.
116/05 Public Time Mr Cooper attended to express his reasons behind Planning Application WP/05/0307/F – New Street . Mr Varani represented residents from New Street , expressing their concerns over the said Planning Application, and the problems with entering and exiting New Street from Doddington Road . Mrs Purcell represented the residents of Doddington Road , and voiced concerns over the pedestrian crossing and related issues of parking and road safety.
117/05 Declarations of Interest Cllr Page declared an interest in Planning Application WP/05/0343/F – 6 Barker Road
118/05 Minutes of Meeting 9 May 2005 These were adopted as a correct record.
119/05 Matters Arising Cllr Verden reported on a meeting held with Mr Strong and PC Leonard on The Knoll. Chain Link fencing is not ideal for this job, as it disfigures and deteriorates when hit by a ball, and requires regular maintenance. Steel Palisade Security Fencing would be more appropriate but is more costly at approx £63 per metre. Also, once one length of fencing is installed, will more be requested for other parts of The Knoll. The Clerk will look at the deeds for the length of the fence in question, and look for any covenants in the deeds regarding fencing. A letter will be sent to Mr Strong to update him. The owner of 18 Burns Close has been in touch with NCC regarding the encroachment of the boundary fence onto the footpath. NCC will not be taking action. Clerk awaiting confirmation of this in writing. WBC cannot take action regarding the mobile home in Elizabeth Way . As it is being used for residential purposed, the Clerk will investigate any Council Tax implications.
120/05 Accounts
121/05 Finance & Projects Quotes were received for the painting of the war memorial railings. The Clerk will action the work, along with the construction of the ramp. Rev Webber wrote to request financial assistance in constructing a disabled toilet at the Church Hall. It was agreed that the Chair and the Clerk look at the finances and, if in a position to do so, a grant of £2000 will be made this financial year. Further funding will be looked at as part of next years precept. It was agreed that the Parish Council should apply for a Capital Grant through WBC for 2006/07 financial year to dig out the bank on Doddington Road and provide additional parking bays.
122/05 Police/Community Safety Figures were received for May 2005, with 18 crimes being reported. This is a drop of 18.18% on the same period last year. Chief Insp Paul Fell has been promoted and so is unable to attend future meetings. The Clerk has written to his former secretary and asked that a representative of the Police attends either July’s or September’s meeting. Cllr Cahill to raise police time management issues at the Parish Forum (WBC) on 15 June.
123/05 Sports & Leisure Development Committee Minutes were distributed
124/05 Pioneer Sports Field There are a number of Health and Safety issues which need to be dealt with. A working party consisting Cllrs Verden, Mrs Bond, M Cahill, Ms Payne, C Selling and the Clerk will meet at the Pioneer on 14 June, to identify and action works. The most urgent issues are the electrics, the changing room walls and overgrown trees/shrubs. A quote has been provided to assess the electrics, the Clerk will chase up quotes for the tree works. Cllr Selling to arrange for a digger driver to inspect the site in the view of clearing. Antony Owen of EBUFC will also attend. Cllr Cahill to contact Hanson regarding the driveway and the Clerk will write asking for permission for rabbit control to take place on the surrounding fields owned by Hanson. The changing rooms should not be used until work has been completed to ensure that they are safe. It was noted that the lease is due to expire in November 2007.
125/05 Cemetery Rules and Regulations Recommendations by Cllr Abbott regarding the Rules and Regulations for the Cemetery, along with amendments to the Cemetery Fees were agreed unanimously. Bob Carter (WBC) to be contacted regarding Memorial Safety. Cllrs Abbott, Mallard and the Clerk to meet with Mr Carter and discuss whether training can be given by WBC, or if they can carry our Memorial Safety Inspections on behalf of the Parish Council. A training course with Zurich Insurance costs £850 for the day. Advice to be sought before consideration is given to gassing the moles in the cemetery.
126/05 Doddington Road /New Street Cllr Blackwell reported on a meeting held with residents on 16 May 2005 , where concerns were expressed over the new pedestrian crossing, the resulting reduced parking and the problems exiting New Street as a result of bad parking and the relocated bus stop. Brian Hayward has begun the groundwork for providing additional parking by digging out the bank on Doddington Road . Letters were received from residents of New Street and Doddington Road , which included some good ideas for improving road safety. A meeting is to be arranged between Cllrs Blackwell, Verden and Perkins, Brian Hayward and representatives of Doddington Road and New Street on 29 June 2005 , where hopefully costings will be available for some of the work proposed. Cllr Blackwell proposed that the Parish Council agree to make an application to WBC for a Capital Grant to fund parking bays in the bank on Doddington Road . Also, that the correspondence and representation received from residents be used as the basis for further discussion and consultation, in the form of the working party as detailed above.
127/05 Bus Shelters Cllr Blackwell proposed that the bus shelter on Northampton Road need to be cleaned and repainted. This was agreed unanimously.
128/05 NCC – Footpath Resurfacing The Square Details regarding the resurfacing of the footpath from 25 The Square to the School were welcomed by the Parish Council.
129/05 Licence Applications Applications for licence relating to Co-op, M & B News, The Stags Head and Grendon Lakes were received. No comment was necessary
130/05 Environment Agency – Flood Awareness It was agreed that Cllr Cahill be confirmed as the Flood Warden for Earls Barton
131/05 WBC Wellingborough Guide Details of Earls Barton’s entry in the Wellingborough Guide were received.
132/05 WBC WW2 Commemoration Day To be held Sunday 10 July 2005 at Bassetts Park from 2.30pm . Details to be placed on Notice Board
133/05 Allotment Gate Clerk to arrange repairs
134/05 Churches Together Permission was granted for the use of the sound system and radio transmitters for this years Christmas Eve Carol Service.
135/05 NCC – Reception Centres in Northamptonshire The Youth Club to be confirmed as a Reception Centre for emergency use.
136/05 ACRE Charity Trustees ACRE require volunteers to act as Charity Trustees. Details held by the Clerk
137/05 North Northamptonshire Joint Planning Unit Meeting to be held 29 June 2005 at The Diamond Centre, Irthlingborough. Consultation on the Core Spatial Strategy end 15 July 2005 . Comments to be passed to the Clerk
138/05 HLB AV Audit HLB AV Audit have advised that they are changing their name to BDO Stoy Hayward
139/05 Highways The Clerk will send a letter to the Chief Exec of WBC regarding the mowing in the village, the litter collections and the refuse collections. The lack of a footpath on Aggate Way is being looked into by Mike Kilpin of WBC. Cllr Abbott will contact St Doctor regarding the footpath between Earls Barton and Ecton. Clerk to contact NCC regarding rubbish dumped in The Bends Picnic area. Permission was granted for the residents of Harrowick Lane to park on the Rec prior to and during the Carnival. The clerk will contact WBC regarding a skip on Blackwell Close. The Clerk will write to the Working Mens Club and Silver Band Club regarding litter on Queen Street . The Clerk will write to the heads of the schools regarding dogs being walked in the school grounds. The Clerk will write to Gilbert Essom regarding the van at the allotments. The Clerk will write to NCC/Atkins, with a copy to Cllr Blackwell, regarding the lack of progress with the resurfacing work on Dowthorpe Hill. The Clerk holds details of changes to the bus timetable. The Clerk will write to NCC to change the date for the next delivery of speed boards to 14 September 2005 .
140/05 Planning Applications WP/04/0731/F-construction of a new single carriageway road from the eastern end of Midland Road (B572) across the railway line and River Ise (amended plans) WP/05/0257/F-proposed detached dwelling with allocated parking and garden amended plans at land adj 11 Churchill Road for Miss M White WP/05/0272/F-replacement windows and door and installation of roller shutters – additional info at Vins Village Stores for Mr S P Patel WP/05/0307/F-erection of 3 detached houses in garden at 17 New Street for Mr P Cooper WP/05/0313/F-2 storey extension to rear of property at 32 High Street for Mr P Morgan WP/05/0326/F-proposed erection of equestrian/storage building with retrospective hard standing area at HM Land Registry Title No NN127678 at Aggate Way for Mr T Pinney WP/05/0336/F-proposed single storey extension to front, side and rear of existing dwelling at 14 Cordon Crescent for Mr & Mrs S Peregrine WP/05/0343/F-conversion of roofspace to form 3 bedrooms and an ensuite at 6 Barker Road for Mr & Mrs Beige Permissions Granted WP/05/0155/CON-21 Prince Street for Timeline Developments Ltd WP/05/0164/F-28 Elizabeth Way for Mr & Mrs McKenzie WP/05/0158/F-Rear 9 Dowthorpe End for Mr & Mrs L Mealing WP/05/0125/F-Grange Farm, 60 Wellingborough Road for Hutchison 3G UK Ltd WP/05/0111/F-3 Woodlands Grange for Mr & Mrs White WP/05/0106/F-70 Northampton Road for Mr Leighton WP/05/0091/LB-The Priory, 44 Station Road for Mr & Mrs H L Hodgson WP/05/0082/F-26 Barker Road for Mr & Mrs S Smith Permission Refused WP/05/0074/0-Land at 53 Station Road for Mr Dodson Letters of objections were received regarding the proposed development at 17 New Street (WP/05/0307/F) due to the style of properties and the ongoing problems of traffic entering and leaving New Street , and a site meeting with WBC would be sought. The Parish Council would object to application no WP/05/0326/F, as concerns regarding the site on Aggate Way have been expressed to WBC Planning Dept in the past. These concerns regarding the use of the land are still an issue. No comments were required on the other applications received.
Date of Next Meeting 11 July 2005 – 7.15pm Minutes of the Meeting held at St Johns Ambulance HQ 11 July 2005
Present: Cllrs Mrs Abbott, Mrs Mallard, Page, Ms Payne, Perkins, Selling and Wright. Apologies were received from Cllrs Blackwell, Mrs Bond, Mrs Hadman, Streeton and Verden. In the absence of both the Chair and Vice Chair, Cllr Wright was nominated to chair the meeting.
141/05 Pat Blackwell The Parish Council were saddened to hear of the death of Pat Blackwell. Pat was a Parish Councillor in the 1970’s and was also Vice Chair for a time. It was agreed that the Clerk forward a condolence card to Cllr Blackwell on behalf of the Parish Council.
142/05 Public Time No members of the public in attendance
143/05 Declarations of Interest Cllr Payne declared an interest in planning application WP/05/0403/F
144/05 Minutes of Meeting 13 June 2005 These were adopted as a correct record
145/05 Matters Arising The Clerk reported her findings regarding The Knoll. The length of the boundary which would need to be fenced is approximately 100 metres. However, the Clerk will seek legal advise from WBC as some of the paperwork in the deeds seems specifies that wooden fencing should be used for boundary fencing.
146/05 Accounts
147/05 Finance & Projects The Parish Council agreed to a quote provided to cut down some overgrown greenery on The Knoll. The Clerk reported on the meeting held with Brian Hayward (NCC) and residents of Doddington Road/New Street . Costings should be provided for parking bays by the end of July 2005, to enter a Capital Grant application with WBC. Cllr Blackwell will look into funding from NCC. A survey will be carried out on Doddington Road to measure the amount of traffic and speed of the vehicles, and the Road Safety Camera Van will be requested if the data from the survey shows a need. No further action can be taken until this information is received.
148/05 Police & Community Safety The Clerk reported on the use of Police Community Support Officers in the county. These can be funded by local groups, for use in their area. Insp Iman Khan is to attend the meeting in September, and he will be asked for more information regarding PCSO’s. The Clerk will also write to other Parish Council’s on PC Leonards beat to ask if they have considered funding a PCSO for this area. A Community Safety Forum will be held in Earls Barton in January 06, and will be better advertised this time.
149/05 Sports and Leisure Development Committee The Feasibility Study is now complete. The Business Plan is still outstanding and no further action can be taken until this is complete. Cllr Wright will obtain quotes for professional consultants to help with the Business Plan, and will report back at the next meeting.
150/05 Pioneer Sports Field Cllr Payne reported that all Health and Safety issues regarding Pioneer Sports Field have either been addressed or are in the process of being addressed. All works have been instructed. The rabbits are still an issue, and Cllr Cahill will be asked to follow this up.
151/ 05 Compton Way Open Space Cllr Payne has received comment regarding the unkempt state of the green area on Compton Way . The Clerk will check the contract and write to the contractor regarding the mowing.
152/05 Wellingborough Rural Forum Due to the lack of support in the past for the Rural Forum, the Councillors felt that it would be more beneficial for the Rural Forum to be combined with the Parish Forum once a year, and for members of the public to be invited. Suggested topics for the Rural Forum were “Lack of Rural Transport”.
153/05 North Northants Planning Consultation Cllr Payne will liase with the Clerk direct regarding the response to this consultation
154/05 Environment Agency – Scoping Consultation This was passed to Cllr Perkins to deal with
155/05 Wellingborough Partnership The feedback form for Wellingborough Partnership was passed to Cllr Wright to deal.
156/05 WBC – Introduction of Fixed Penalty Notices WBC have been trained to issue warnings and Fixed Penalty Notices in order to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour. The Clerk will place details on the notice board.
157/05 WBC Community Safety Forum To be held 6.45pm , Monday 18 July 2005 at Victoria Centre, Wellingborough
158/05 ACRE Conference ACRE will hold a conference on “Overcoming Rural Social Exclusion” at 7pm on 26 September 2005 at the Hunsbury Hill Centre, Northampton . Bookings to be made through the Clerk
159/05 Fireworks The Parish Council authorised the purchase of the fireworks for this years display
160/05 Highways The road closure order for Grendon Road has been received. Works will take two days and the order will come into effect from 4 July 2005 , lasting 18 months. PC Leonard will be advised that mini motorbikes and trial bikes are being used beyond the barrier on Station Road . St Doctor will be advised that the keep left bollard on the junction of The Square/Station Road has been hit. WBC will be contacted for advise regarding the removal of a hedge on Mill Road and a Laurel hedge by the access road to White’s Shoe Factory, and whether it will be saved when the factory is demolished.
161/05 Planning Applications WP/05/0385/F-single storey rear extension – 37 Barker Road for Steven Todd WP/05/0398/F-amendment to previously approved scheme (WP/04/0652/F) to include 4 additional window to front elevation – 5 Dowthorpe Hill for Mr & Mrs S Roswell WP/05/0403/F-new vehicle access – 51 Doddington Road for Anita Barnes WP/05/0406/F-relocation of existing fence further out towards property boundary – 26 St Crispin Road for Mr & Mrs Stanbridge Appeal 53 Station Road for Mr P Dodson Permissions Granted WP/05/0251/F – 49 Mears Ashby Road for Mr Williams WP/05/0257/F – Land adj 11 Churchill Road for Miss M White WP/05/0269/F – 13 Cordon Crescent for Wayne Pittams WP/05/0272/F – Vins Village Store, 6 North Road for Mr S P Patel WP/05/0288/F – 25 Cordon Crescent for Ms J Patrick WP/05/0291/F – E Lee & Sons Butchers, 25 The Square for Mr I Forth WP/05/0347/CON – Grange Farm for Hutchison 3G UK Limited Permission Refused WP/05/0307/F – 17 New Street for Mr J Cooper
Date of Next Meeting 12 September 2005 – 7.15pm Minutes of the Meeting held at St Johns Ambulance HQ 12 September 2005
Present: Cllrs P Verden (Chair), Mrs Abbott, G Blackwell, Mrs Bond, Mrs Mallard, R Page, Ms Payne, M Perkins, C Selling, P Wright. Apologies were received from Cllrs Mrs Hadman and M Streeton, who is currently experiencing ill health. The Parish Council expressed their best wishes for Cllr Streeton. Cllr Blackwell thanked the Parish Council for their messages of support following the recent death of Pat.
162/05 Police & Community Safety – Insp Iman Khan The Chair welcomed Insp Khan of Northants Police, who attended to discuss the current policing situation in Earls Barton. At present the village is being covered by PC Matt Driver and PC Steve Clark. Both of these officers can be contacted via the call centre on 01604 700700. Insp Khan told the PC about the Neighbourhood Policing Scheme which is currently on a 6 month trial in the Brickhill area of Wellingborough. If the trial is successful, the scheme will be rolled out to other areas. He is confident that it is something that the Earls Barton beat will benefit from, although it will be at least 6-8 months before it is implemented. Insp Khan discussed crime figures with the Parish Council, and promised to look into incidents of youth nuisance on the Rec, the Knoll and the industrial estate. He urged anyone witnessing anti social behaviour to report it to the call centre.
163/05 Public Time A number of residents of New Street attended to give their views both for and against planning application WP/05/0559/F
164/05 Declarations of Interest Cllr Payne declared an interest in planning application WP/05/0603/F
165/04 Minutes of Meeting 11 July 2005 These were adopted as a correct record.
166/05 Matters Arising The Clerk was asked to chase up a response regarding the removal of a hedge on Mill Lane.
167/05 Accounts
168/05 Finance & Projects The end of year accounts, and the audit were presented to and signed off by the Parish Council., The Clerk reported on the Capital Grant 2006/07 application sent to WBC, to construct parking bays on Doddington Road .
169/05 Sports & Leisure Development Committee Cllr Blackwell reported on the meeting held with WBC officers on 7 September. The Feasibility Study has now been received, although there are some items to be clarified. Cllr Wright is now looking into the cost of engaging professional help to help take the project forward.
170/05 Pioneer Sports Field Cllr Verden reported on the work carried out at the Pioneer Sports Field. He thanked all the members of the Pioneer Committee, and all those volunteers who have put time, effort and money into improving the Pioneer. The Clerk will chase up Hanson regarding the trees, and make enquiries regarding the renewal of the lease in November 2007.
171/05 Recreation Field Play Equipment – Annual Inspection The Clerk presented the Annual Inspection Report. It was agreed that, subject to receiving an acceptable quote, ARD should be asked to carry out the appropriate works. The Clerk will also be contacting the relevant contractors to start work on laying new paths and erecting a fence around the play area, to comply with DDA regulations. The grant for this work has been approved by WBC for 2005/06.
172/05 Northants Council Council – Mineral & Waste Development Framework It was noted that the Clerk will hold the paperwork regarding this matter.
173/05 Northants County Council – Provisional Local Transport Plan 2006/07-2010/11 The paperwork regarding this item was circulated amongst the Parish Councillors. Any feedback should be forwarded to the Clerk.
174/05 Survey on Tree in Recreation Field The Clerk has forwarded a copy of the tree survey to the insurers. Once their advise and comments have been received, the Grounds Maintenance Committee will meet to discuss.
175/05 Northants County Council – Annual Parish Questionnaire The Clerk was instructed to deal with the questionnaire from NCC/Atkins
176/05 Application for Conversion of Premises Licence – The Old Swan No comments were necessary
177/05 Bus Stop – Earls Barton, High Street A letter was received from NCC regarding the new location for the bus stop. The Clerk was asked to reply, and express concern over the lack of a bus stop sign, or road markings.
178/05 Community Safety Forum Meeting to be held at Commonwealth Centre, Scott Bader, Wollaston at 7pm on 17 October 2005 .
179/05 Local Works – Campaign for the Sustainable Communities Bill Correspondence were noted.
180/05 Northamptonshire County Structure Plan 1996-2016 Annual Report 2005 A full copy of the report can be found on www.northamptonshire.gov.uk
181/05 WBC – ARI Training for Allotment Associations Details of the training course available were noted.
182/05 NALC Annual Meeting To be held 7.30pm on 13 October 2005 at South Northants District Council Offices, Towcester
183/05 Bozeat & Earls Barton Local Liason Group Meeting at 5.30pm on 14 November 05 at Wesleyan Church Schoolroom, Bozeat.
184/05 Wellingborough Rural Forum A report is being held by The Clerk relating to last years community consultation.
185/05 NCC – Northamptonshire Draft Rights of Way Improvement Plan The Clerk will pass detail to Cllr Cahill
186/05 Trafalgar Weekend The beacon will be lit to commemorate the Battle of Trafalgar at 7.15pm on Friday 21 October 2005 . The Clerk will place an advert in the Tower, to establish whether any local groups would be interested in joining in the celebrations.
187/05 Highways The Clerk was asked to chase up the yellow lines on Station Road and the foliage covering the village sign on Wellingborough Road , and also to report foliage covering the 30mph sign on Mears Ashby Road and overhanging trees on the road to Doddington. A letter will be sent to NCC regarding the build up of traffic trying to get onto the A45 between Earls Barton and Doddington in the mornings, the agreement to move the 30mph limit further out of the village on Doddington Road , and the scheme to improve The Square. The Clerk will also report the state of the roads on West Way , Elizabeth Way and top of Dowthorpe Hill, the loose tactile dropdown kerbs on the closes off Dowthorpe Hill, the entrance to Harcourt Square and the missing No Entry sign on the Little Green car park. In addition, the clerk will contact the Environment Agency for advise regarding this years bonfire.
188/05 Planning Applications Comments were forwarded to the planning dept WBC, concerning WP/05/0559/F – 17 New Street , expressing concerns over the number of dormer bungalows proposed for the plot. Following Mr Coopers representation, the clerk agreed to contact the planning officer and request a site viewing. Concerns were raised over building works being carried out on Aggate Way , even though planning permission has not yet been granted. The Parish Council agreed that the Clerk should ask for details of supposed changes to Planning Application WP/05/443 at Earls Barton Quarry, and ask whether a section 106 will be considered.
Date of Next Meeting 10 October 2005 – 7.15pm Minutes of Meeting held at St Johns Ambulance HQ 10 October 2005
Present: Cllrs P Verden, Mrs Abbott, G Blackwell, J Bond, M Cahill, Mrs Hadman, Mrs Mallard, Ms Payne, M Perkins, C Selling, P Wright. Apologies were received from Cllrs R Page and M Streeton.
189/05 Public Time Mrs Loake attended to express her concern over the parking in Earls Barton
190/05 Declarations of Interest Cllr Abbott and Cllr Payne declared an interest in matters relating to the Sports & Leisure Development Committee
191/05 Minutes of Meeting 12 September 2005 These were adopted as a correct record
192/05 Matters Arising Details of the work carried out at Pioneer was given to Cllr Cahill. Cllr Blackwell advised that re-surfacing work will be carried out on the Little Green Car Park and footpath on The Square, commencing third week in October. Cllr Blackwell also reported on the Inspectors Report for the Local Minerals Plan, which is critical of the large extraction proposed for around Earls Barton. This has yet to go to a full meeting of Northants County Council. The Clerk reported back on the current rental value of the Cemetery Lodge, both in line with current rental prices and WBC council house rental. It was agreed that the rent be set to reflect the rate currently charged by WBC, with a 5% increase next year. The Clerk also reported back on the cost of fencing The Knoll. Although there is no covenant in the deeds to prevent an additional fence being erected, the funds are not available to go ahead. The Youth Club was booked for Monday 16 January 2006 , to host the Community Safety Forum. Due to the lack of response to the Trafalgar Commemoration, the lighting of the beacon will be cancelled, and a notice placed on the notice board.
193/05 Accounts
194/05 Finance & Projects The ½ year bank reconciliation was agreed and signed by the Parish Council. Consideration will be given to possible additional parking at the Recreation Field as a project for the Parish Council, and will be and agenda item at the next meeting
195/05 Police & Community Safety No crime figures were received. The Clerk is holding details of the Nothamptonshire Alcohol Related Crime & Disorder Reduction Action Plan.
196/05 Sports & Leisure Development Committee Cllr Blackwell reported on a meeting held with WBC officers last week. The Feasibility Study has been completed and passed to WBC. EBPC would like to thank Rob Mair for all his hard work. 2 companies are now willing to join forces to complete the layout, including facilities and to update the development plan. This will cost approximately £2000. The Parish Council agreed by a majority vote that the companies should be instructed to carry out the required work, and that the cost should be met using Parish Council funds, rather than the Sports Fund. A meeting will be held between Community, the Dioceses and the Sports Development committee, overseen by WBC. The Football Club also expressed their gratitude to the Parish Council and all the volunteers who helped with the improvements to the Pioneer Sports Field.
197/05 Earls Barton Parking A number of letters were received by the Parish Council regarding parking in Earls Barton. It was agreed that a letter be sent to Barkers, requesting a meeting to discuss the issue and look at alternative parking. The parking on Harrowick Lane will be considered as a possible future project for the Parish Council. NCC will also be asked what measures and support they can offer for possible parking restriction on the Little Green Car Park. Any cars parked illegally (ie on yellow lines or too close to junctions) should be reported to the police on 01605 700700.
198/05 Recreation Field Trees – Insurers Recommendations The insurers are keen for two of the trees on the Recreation Field to be removed, to prevent future damage to buildings close by. WBC are less keen on the trees being removed, as this could cause further problems. It was agreed that the Clerk write to the insurers, including a copy of the concerns of WBC, and report back next meeting.
199/05 The Licensing Act 2003 The Clerk will apply for “Premises Licences” for the Recreation Field and Pioneer Sports Field.
200/05 Northamptonshire Local Transport Plan 2006/7 – 2010/11 Details of the consultation were received and held on file by The Clerk
201/05 NCC Public Rights of Way: 2005 Definitive Map and Statement Received and held by the Clerk
202/05 Remembrance Day The Remembrance Day parade will be held on Sunday 13 November 2005 . The Clerk has made arrangements for the wreaths. The work on the ramp and the railing is to be completed before this date.
203/05 John Lawsons Circus A request to use the Rec for a circus was declined, due to lack of suitable access for lorries and problems that occurred in the past. It was agreed that a copy of the letter be sent to Mick White for consideration.
204/05 The Boot Public House – application for licence extension A copy of a letter of objection to the licence application was received. It was reported that the licence has already been agreed as no objections were received by WBC. The Clerk will write to WBC for an explanation as to why this objection was not taken into accounts.
205/05 Community Safety Partnership To take place at 9am on Monday 21 November 2005 , at Tithe Barn, Wellingborough
206/05 WBC “What’s On” guide Details to be submitted for Community Safety Forum to be held 6.45pm on Monday 16 January 2006 , at the Youth Club
207/05 Bus Stop – Earls Barton High Street Following our recommendations, NCC have now agreed to erect a pole and bus stop sign at the new location.
208/05 Firework Display – Mobile Bar The Parish Council granted permission for a mobile bar to attend the Firework Display at Pioneer Sports Field on Saturday 5 November 2005
209/05 Cemetery Clive Jackson will be instructed to continue monitoring the moles at the Cemetery. Cllr Abbott will look into the wording of some signs to erect in the Cemetery, asking that no unauthorised planting or memorials are placed in the Garden of Remembrance or the lawned area. The Clerk will look in the Rules and Regulations regarding levelling out graves in the lawned area.
209/05 Highways The village sign is missing on Doddington Road , the sign at the bottom of Grendon Road still reads Station Road . The drains under the underpass on Station Road are blocked. The 30mph signs on Wellingborough Road and Mears Ashby Road , and the village sign on Wellingborough Road are covered by undergrowth. The Clerk will report these matters to Street Doctor. The cost of new bus shelters for Wellingborough Road and Northampton Road will be looked into prior to precepting. NCC Highways will be notified of shrubs overhanging the footpath on Broad Street and The Pyghtle. WBC will be asked to clear the Spinney on the corner of Manor Road and Elizabeth Way , and will be notified of bins being left out on Prince Street . The owner of the Battle of Inkerman will be asked to remove the building materials and rubbish on the path outside the property.
210/05 Planning Applications WP/05/0559F – Erection of 3 no dormer bungalows in garden – amended plans at 17 New Street for Mr J Cooper WP/05/0592/F – the location of 3 no modular office units along with external staircase and additional fencing to match existing – Grendon Road for M A Abdullah Mam Transport WP/05/0619/F – demolition of existing tile roof, timber and glazed porch. Erection of new conservatory, timber and double glazed construction on base wall - Parkview House, Washbrook Lane, Ecton for Mr & Mrs Smith WP/05/0676/F – Addition of swimming pool plant room to rear – 49 Mears Ashby Road for Mr S Williams Permissions granted WP/05/0543/CON – 70 Northampton Road for Mr Leighton Planning application withdrawn WP/05/443 – Planning application and deposition of inert waste materials with restoration to improved wetland at Earls Barton Quarry No comments were required on the applications received.
Date of Next Meeting Monday 14 November 2005 – 7.15pm Minutes of Meeting held at St John’s Ambulance HQ 14 November 2005
Present: Cllrs M Cahill (chair), Mrs Abbott, G Blackwell, Mrs Bond, Mrs Hadman, Mrs Mallard, Ms Payne, M Perkins, C Selling. Apologies were received from Cllrs R Page, M Streeton, P Verden and P Wright.
211/05 Public Time Mr McGeorge attended to discuss the lack of lighting on the footpath between Sheffield Way and Dowthorpe End. It was agreed that The Clerk would contact the County Council to find out if lighting could be provided by them. The police would also be notified as there is evidence of anti-social behaviour taking place in the area.
212/05 Declarations of Interest Cllr Hadman declared an interest in planning application WP/05/0711F, and Cllr Abbott declared an interest in the sports development discussions. Cllr Payne declared and interest in North Northamptonshire Joint Planning Unit
213/05 Minutes of Meeting 10 October 2005 These were adopted as a correct record
214/05 Matters Arising The re-surfacing work on The Square has been postponed until at least January 2006, due to lack of funding. The Clerk was asked to send a strong letter to Northants County Council, expressing our disappointment at how this matter has been handled. WBC has advised that the road names on Grendon Road are correct. Dunkley’s is the Parish Boundary, and there the road changes it’s name to Station Road , Grendon. The insurers have replied to our enquiries, and again confirmed that they would like to trees by Rose Cottage in the Recreation Field to be removed. The Clerk will put the relevant orders in place and obtain quotes for the removal.
215/05 Accounts
A cheque for £1100.00 was received from the Firework Display, and a cheque for £1000.00 was received from the Football Clubs Autumn Ball, to donate to the Sports Fund.
216/05 Finance & Projects The conclusion of audit was presented by The Clerk. The recommendations of the auditor will be taken on board, and a copy of the recommendations will be forwarded to all councillors, to ensure that relevant changes are made. Cllr Cahill is still looking into the possibility of parking at the Rec. Work to bring the play area in the Rec up to DDA standards will be starting this week. It was agreed that any increase in costs due to the rising price of materials will be covered by the Parish Council. Cllr Payne has completed a grant application for Christmas lights for the village centre.
217/05 Police/Community Safety Crime figures were presented by Cllr Cahill. During October 2005, a total of 12 crimes were reported. The Clerk is holding details of the Alcohol Crime and Disorder – Key Messages. It was reported that a transit van mounted the pavement on The Square on Saturday night (12 Nov). The crime number for this incident is 819. Details minuted for future use when requesting traffic calming measures on The Square. 4 names were put forward for the Unsung Hero awards. The Clerk will write asking for background information for possible nominees. It was suggested that the Parish Council could also arrange certificates for local people who have served the community.
218/05 Sports & Leisure Development Committee George reported on the meeting with WBC officers on 2 November 05. A statement of need is being prepared to justify a CPO. This will be reviewed at the next meeting on 11 January 06. Nortoft are being instructed to complete the feasibility study. It was agreed that an accident book for Pioneer and The Grange should be arranged and held by EBSA or EBUFC. The Clerk will look into who is responsible for repairs to the hut used by the Youth Club at Pioneer, as it has recently been vandalised and the roof needs attention.
219/05 Grounds Maintenance Committee Cllr Abbott reported on the committee meeting held 31 October 2005 . The invitations to tender for Grounds Maintenance and Treework have been sent, and a closing date has been set for 24 December 2005 .
220/05 Cemetery Matters It was agreed that the levelling and re-turfing of graves in the lawned area should take place in the spring. This can be carried out for a cost of £30 per grave. At present, there are approx 25 graves for work to be carried out on. The Clerk has been asked to obtain a quote from an independent company to carry out the health and safety tests required in the cemetery. Other cemetery matters were also discussed, and deferred to January’s meeting.
221/05 Review of the East Midland Regional Plan – Options for Change Consultation Cllr Payne to look into and report back
222/05 North Northamptonshire Summit Cllr Payne will be attending the summit on Friday 18 November 2005-11-15
223/05 Northants Minerals & Waste Development Framework No comments were made. Details held by The Clerk.
224/05 Wellingborough Volunteer Bureau Meeting to be held 25 November 2005 , at Salem Lane , Wellingborough at 12 noon
225/05 North Northamptonshire Joint Planning Unit Cllr Payne is chair of the unit, and can report back to the parish council on it’s work and the outcome of the Community Workshops. Cllr Blackwell will be invited to attend the Wellingborough Partnerships Workshop on the matter on 21 November.
226/05 NALC Annual Report and Accounts These are being held by The Clerk
227/05 NCC/ATKINS Annual Meeting of the Parish Representatives Cllr Selling will attend
228/05 Planning Planning Applications WP/05/0559/F – erection of 3 single storey bungalows – amended description and plans at 17 New Street for Mr Cooper WP/05/0711/F – 2 storey & single storey extension to rear of existing dwelling at 20 Hornby Road – Mr & Mrs Hadman WP/05/0717/F – 1 st floor rear extension at 30 Elizabeth Way – Mr C Garner WP/05/0718/F – 1 st floor side extension & front porch at 1 Compton Way – Mr Johnson WP/05/0759/F – single storey rear extension at 74 Elizabeth Way – Mrs S Gage WP/05/0763/F – single storey extension to lounge, conservatory & new boundary wall at 59 Compton Way – Mr & Mrs Finnigan WP?05/0764/F – proposed front & rear extensions & room over garage (re-submission) at 65 Churchill Road – Mr & Mrs S Gardner Importation & Stockpiling of aggregate – Earls Barton Quarry, Grendon Road Planning Decisions – Permission Granted WP/05/0502/F – 17-19 Station Road – M Kansangra WP/05/0540/F – 53 Churchill Road – Richard Walmsley WP/05/0542/F – 5 Woodlands Grange, Doddington Road – Mr N Lewis WP/05/0544/F – 45 Sunnyside – Mr A Kirk Cllr Hadman left the room, due to her declared interest. The planning application for the quarry was passed to Cllrs Payne and Perkins for the perusal. It was decided that, although Mr Cooper has met the majority of the residents concerns with his new application, the Parish Council would still object due to overdevelopment of the plot. No further comments were required on the applications received. There is still some concern over the building being erected on Aggate Way , as it has not been confirmed in writing that planning permission has been granted. The Clerk was asked to write a letter of complaint to the Chief Exec of WBC, over the way this matter has been handled.
229/05 Meeting Dates 2006 These were agreed by the Parish Council
230/05 Highways The crumbling wall around the library will be reported to St Doctor by the Clerk, as will the hole in the road on the entrance to Harcourt Square . NCC Highways will be asked to fill the salt bins at the bottom of Dowthorpe Hill. Malc Garner will be asked to repair the seat by the Little Green Car Park.
231/05 Toilets – The Pioneer Sportsfield Due to the awful state that the toilets were left in following the Firework Display, it was decided that the toilets will not be open to the public in future years.
232/05 Evening Telegraph – Down Your Way The Clerk will offer to e-mail copies of the minutes to Mr Roberts, to ensure that the information appearing in his column is as up to date as possible.
Date of Next Meeting Monday 12 December 2005 – 7.15pm Minutes of the Meeting held at St John Ambulance HQ 12 December 2005
Present: Cllrs P Verden (chair), Mrs Abbott, G Blackwell, Mrs Bond, M Cahill, Mrs Hadman, Mrs Mallard, R Page, Ms Payne, M Perkins, C Selling. Apologies were received from Cllrs M Streeton and P Wright.
233/05 Public Time No members of the public were in attendance
234/05 Declarations of Interest Cllr Abbott declared an interest in the discussion regarding Sports Development. Cllr Payne declared an interest in the merger of Catalyst Corby and North Northants together, as she is a member of the unit.
235/05 Minutes of the Meeting 14 November 2005 Cllr Payne pointed out that she is in fact the vice chair of the North Northants Planning Unit. Other than this, the minutes were adopted as a correct record
236/05 Matters Arising Cllr Selling reported that he was unable to attend the annual meeting of the NCC/Atkins Parish Highway Representatives. The grant application for Christmas lights for the village was unsuccessful. The Clerk will approach local businesses to gauge whether they would be willing to contribute to providing lights in future years.
237/05 Accounts
238/05 Finance & Projects A Finance Committee meeting was arranged for Thursday 5 January 2006 , 7.15pm , at Cllr Verdens house. Projects to be considered for the next financial year include block paving the War Memorial Gardens , new village signs when entering the village to include some sort of planters and Christmas lights. The Clerk will write to NCC requesting improvements to the footpath on Grendon Road .
239/05 Police/Community Safety 18 crimes were reported in November 2005. The Clerk will invite the 2 Community Beat Officers to a future meeting, to discuss policing in the village. The Clerk advised that the closing date for the Unsung Heroes Awards has been set at 31 January 2005 .
240/05 Sports and Leisure Development Committee A meeting is being held between EBUFC and EBCC to finalise the Business Plans and to discuss the EBSA constitution. The next meeting with the WBC officers will be held on 11 January 2006 . A meeting has been requested with Community and the Diocese for further discussions. This meeting will be lead by WBC. The Clerk has written to WBC requesting financial help with the next phase of the project. A water bill relating to the Pioneer Sports Field is being investigated by Cllr Payne, who will report back to the Clerk.
241/05 Junior School Governor A letter was received from Mrs Streeton, who is resigning as governor at the Junior School as a result of Cllr Streeton’s ill health. It was agreed that the Clerk write a letter of thanks to Mrs Streeton. Cllr Hadman and Cllr Bond agreed to speak to Mrs Adams at the Junior School to discuss the commitment required by the position, and will report back to the Parish Council at the next meeting.
242/05 Land Registry – Parish Council Registration of Land The Clerk will seek advice from Robert Vaughan and Chris Pitman at WBC, and the Land Registry, and report back at the next meeting.
243/05 English Nature – Area of Specific Scientific Interest Cllr Perkins will liase with the fishing club, and report back to the Clerk on their views, in order to reply to the consultation.
244/05 Catalyst Corby/North Northants Together – Merger Consultation To be dealt with by Cllr Verden
245/05 WBC – The Mayors Valentine Ball This event will be held on Friday 10 February 2006 . Details and ticket information can be obtained from The Clerk.
246/05 Bozeat and Earls Barton Local Liason Group The next meeting is scheduled for 5.30pm , Monday 24 April 2006 , at Grendon Village Hall.
247/05 NALC – Wellingborough Area Representative Required The parish council were advised of the vacancy.
248/05 Northamptonshire Criminal Justice Board Details of the new Witness Care Unit are being held by The Clerk.
249/05 Northamptonshire County Council – Road Safety Drink Drive Campaign Details of the Drink Drive Campaign will be placed on the village notice board
250/05 Earls Barton Youth Club – Heating System The Youth Club are experiencing problems with the new heating system. The Clerk was instructed to write to Keith Barrow regarding the problems, and to request the warranty for the system.
251/05 Community Safety Forum The Community Safety Forum is scheduled for 16 January 2006 , at the Youth Club, Harrowick Lane . Leaflets have been received for the event, and it was agreed that the Scouts be asked to distribute these leaflets, for a donation of £50.
252/05 Highways The proprietor of Vins Corner Shop on Prince Street will be advised to contact police regarding illegal parking near his shop. WBC will be asked to sweep up the leaves and conker shells in the village centre. The Clerk will advise St Doctor regarding the un-even path outside Ashtons on Station Road , and the overhanging trees and overgrown footpath on the A4500 to Ecton. A letter will be sent to the developers at the Inkerman House, asking them to remove the rubbish on the footpath.
253/05 Planning Planning Applications WP/05/0763/F single storey extension to lounge, conservatory and new boundary wall (revised site plan) – 59 Compton Way – Mr & Mrs P Finnigan WP/05/0783/RM redevelopment of site for 23 residential dwellings (resubmission) – White & Co Factory, Station Road – Bellway Homes Ltd WP/05/0788/F – proposed 1 st floor extension to side/single storey extension to rear – 10 Mills Close – Mr & Mrs R Gonzalez WP/05/0811/F – 1 st floor & ground floor extension to existing house – 3 Mills Close – Mr M Stafford & Miss V Kent Permission Granted WP/05/0536/F – 25 The Square – Miss Nicola Clayson WP/05/0586/F – 128 Northampton Road – Mr E J Murphy WP/05/0603/F – Former Jazolo Offices (Spacewall) – Woodway Packaging ltd WP/05/0613/F – 22 Streeton Way – Mr P Godwin WP/05/0650/CON – 49 Mears Ashby Road – Mr S Williams WP/05/0682/CON – 70 Northampton Road – Mr R Leighton The Clerk was asked to write to WBC regarding WP/05/0783/RM, requesting that the properties be built to the highest Eco standard, and by Lifetime homes with slightly wider doors to accommodate wheelchairs, etc. The Clerk will also ask whether there have been any attempts to negotiate a Section 106 agreement to benefit the village, whether there will be any social houses included on the site, and whether a roundabout can be constructed on Station Road , at the entrance to the development. The Clerk has also been asked to write to the Chief Exec of WBC regarding the on going issues relating to WP/05/0325/F, requesting a site viewing with Senior Planning Officers before any feedback is given to the new plans submitted, and expressing dis-satisfaction over the handling of the matter.
Date of Next Meeting Monday 9 January 2006 – 7.15pm |
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