MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF WORSTEAD PARISH COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY
24 FEBRUARY 2009 AT THE QUEEN ELIZABETH HALL, WORSTEAD
PRESENT: Cllrs. Henderson (Chair), S. Cole, R. Barrett, S. Harris, S. West, M. Carlos.
APOLOGIES: Cllrs. K. O’Hara. G. Paterson
ALSO PRESENT: District Cllr. Wilkins, 4 Members of the public.
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ACCEPTANCE OF THE APOLOGIES:
No apologies were received.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 27.01.2009
Cllr. Barret proposed to approve the minutes, seconded by Cllr. Harris, all agreed. The minutes were duly signed by the Chairman.
DECLARATION OF INTEREST IN ITEMS ON THE AGENDA:
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MATTERS ARISING from these minutes (for information only):
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FINANCES:
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT: Cllr. Harris proposed to accept this as a true record, seconded by Cllr. Cole. All Cllrs. agreed.
TO CONSIDER QUOTES FOR SPRAYING OF THE PLAYING FIELD: Cllr. Lowe had been unable to obtain quotes, he will do so for March’s meeting.
RECEIVED: From NNDC: confirmation Worstead Parish Council will pay for cutting of the verges at £35.41
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Planning: CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING APPLICATIONS: Ref. 20090069: Erection of extension to potato off-loading bay: Cllr. Barrett proposed to support this application, but voice concerns about the increase of vehicle movements, seconded by Cllr. West, all agreed. Residents on Station Road will be contacted, before sending of the decision.
Appeal: 20081167: Conversion and extensions to the forge to provide a residential dwelling, Forge Cottage, Westwick Road Visit by Inspector 03.03.09 11.00 |
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SUBCOMMITTEES:
.Planning: Permission: Ref. 20080902: Change of use from agricultural use to B8 (storage of haulage vehicles and trailers, Brockley Farm, Station Road (restrictions in place).
Leisure and Recreation: RESPONSE FROM WORSTEAD FESTIVAL COMMT. AND CONSIDER HOW TO MOVE FORWARD: There has been no response from the Worstead Festival Committee, despite the answers to last month’s questions being in time for their meeting. The Committee is looking into issues in relation to the Charity Commission.
VILLAGE SIGN: Worstead Amenities Society have kindly agreed to select the 10 most suitable pictures, from which the public can choose the final one on Saturday 7 March 11.00 – 13.00 in the Club Room. All other drawings will be displayed as well. Posters, advertising the event will be put in the various notice boards.
Highways: TO CONSIDER RESPONSE RE. LORRIES THROUGH MEETING HILL: Letters were sent to Parkers Skips (Rackheath) and CBC (Spa Common). CBC responded by telling the Clerk they would ask Parkers not to go through the hamlet, stating that was all he could do. It was agreed to support the efforts of Meeting Hill’s residents to reduce traffic and speed through the hamlet. (See Public Participation).
Queen Elizabeth Hall: No report this month, the Management Committee’s meeting is on 03.03.09 |
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REPORT MEETING WITH “HANDYPERSON”, TO CONSIDER AND RESOLVE JOBS AND EXPENDITURE, IF ANY, UNPAID VOLUNTARY UNIT: See public participation. Mr. Chapman and Mr. Clare will try and find jobs for the Unpaid Voluntary Unit. It was suggested that the “old” shelter could be erected in the graveyard on Withergate Road by the Unit. With greenery growing around and over it, it may blend it. Clerk to approach Parochial Church Council. Cllr. West promised to work with the Voluntary Unit, the shelter needs to be located.
BRIGGATE MILL: TO CONSIDER AND RESOLVE PROGRESS AND EXPENDITURE, IF ANY: See public participation. It was resolved that the Clerk will contact Open Spaces to get information how to move forward. Mrs. Howes will be put forward as the contact person.
SALT DUMP: TO CONSIDER COMPANIES/NAMES TO RENT SALT DUMP: Cllr. West will approach C. Bird whether he is interested to use the site for storage. If this fails, either Norfolk County Council or May Gurney will be contacted, to put the suggestion for storage to either of them.
FOOTPATH NO1: TO CONSIDER IMPROVEMENTS TO AVOID ACCIDENTS WHEN VERY WET: Ms. Sarah Price, Countryside Manager, will come and have a look at the path and will report back. A horse rider is using the path, no horse riding signs should be displayed (NCC or WPC?)
PARISH PLAN: TO CONSIDER THE WAY FORWARD The Clerk had sent 2 emails to Mr. Ashcroft, but has had no response. Cllr. Barrett will go and see Mr. Ashcroft.
WALL AT NEW INN: PROGRESS REPORT: P. Godwin, Conservation officer at NNDC, did sent a letter to Punch Tavern, dated 23.02.09. Improvements have been made on the wall, the fencing removed. The contractor has used bricks, which do not blend in at all. Photos will be sent to P. Godwin for him to see for himself.
TO CONSIDER GOING FOR QUALITY COUNCIL: The Chairman would like to do this before the next election, quite a few boxes can already be ticked. The Clerk will get booklets for all Councillors, so they can read up on the information. A get together will be organised before the monthly meeting.
TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF TELEPHONE BOXES AT BRIGGATE AND STATION ROAD: All Cllrs. agreed to resolve to adopt the two telephone boxes. Clerk to get the ball rolling.
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MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION: (for information only) Website: Mr. T. Rose is unable to continue updating the site and some improvements are asked for. The Clerk will look at other websites and offered to do a course at Adult Education for £88.00.
Footpath through field at Lyngate: The field has been ploughed over, but the footpath has not been re-instated. S. Price, NCC has been informed.
Dog fouling on road from Lyngate to Bengate: Complaints about this issue were received. Considering installing a dog bin will be put on next month’s agenda.
ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA: (Tuesday 24 March 2009) - Briggate Mill (progress report) - Salt Dump: result meeting Cllr. West and potential interested party and consider and resolve way forward. - Parish Plan: meeting Cllr. Barrett and Chairman of Steering Group and consider and resolve way forward - Play area: to consider response from Worstead Festival, resolving how to move forward. - Meeting Hill: traffic issues. - Pub wall: response, if any. - Footpaths: progress report, if any. - Dog fouling: to consider and resolve whether to install dog bin at Lyngate.
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CORRESPONDENCE:
- Norfolk County Council: - North Norfolk District Council: - Griffon Area Partnership: Agenda Partnership Representatives Meeting 11.02.09; minutes 10.11.08; Sustainable Communities, a vision for North Norfolk; Action Plan 2009/2010; Current and future operations, funding opportunities; advance notice for half day conference 09.06.09 for 2 councillors and 2 key people. Interested, please let me know - Norfolk Ass. of Local Councils: The GOLD summit – Our new rural economy 07.03.09 Fakenham Race Course 10am –12.30pm, 12.03.09 Hethel Engineering Centre, Hethel 7.00 – 9.30 pm; The Green Summit – a localist green agenda: 11.03.09 Swaffham Eco-Tech Centre 6 – 8.30pm, 14.03 09 UEA Sportspark 10.00am – 12,30pm;Norfolk Link: Norfolk Local Area Agreement; Legal Advice for Parish & Town Councils: Initial Training for Clerks and Councillors: Chairmanship and Engagement 2009. - North Walsham Safer Neighbour Team: Action Group meeting 04.03.09 16.00 –18.00 Bacton Village Hall (in notice Boards). - Playing Field Association: newsletter. - SMP: playground information.
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Meeting closed at 21.15