Minutes of Council Meetings
   


MINUTES OF A MEETING OF FINNINGLEY PARISH COUNCIL HELD IN THE VILLAGE HALL, FINNINGLEY,
ON TUESDAY, 15th DECEMBER 2009 AT 7:00 PM

 

PRESENT:

Cllrs D Lindley (Chairman), B W Lifsey, A Elder, R Johnson, Mrs M Lindley, E Tatton-Kelly
Mrs J Worthington, Clerk

IN ATTENDANCE:

PC K Thompson
1 member of the public

 

 

 

Prior to commencement of business a period of up to 15 minutes was allowed for Public Participation.

 

 

1

TO RECEIVE/ACCEPT APOLOGIES
RESOLVED to accept apologies received from Cllr K Robinson for reason given.

2

 DECLARATIONS OF PERSONAL OR PREJUDICIAL INTERESTS
Cllrs D Lindley and Mrs M Lindley each declared a personal interest in Item 20.
Cllr B Lifsey declared a personal interest in Items 12 and 13.
Cllrs A Elder and R Johnson declared personal interests in Items 12 and 13.

3

 TO DISCUSS ANY MATTERS RAISED BY RESIDENTS
No issues raised which required discussion.

4

 COMMUNITY POLICING
PC Thompson advised of extra patrols taking place and the Joint Playing Field will continue to be monitored, particularly when the nights draw out. Two PCSO’s are now in place.

Pact meeting
Cllrs D Lindley and Mrs M Lindley attended the recent PACT meeting and information of details discussed were previously circulated to members.
Crime statistics: thefts from 2 garages (one detected) 1 from dwelling, 1 off without paying taxi fare - solved.
It is hoped to re-start the ‘farm watch’ scheme and the police hope to obtain a 4x4 vehicle for off-road pursuits.

5

 WARD COUNCILLOR’S REPORT
No ward member present.

6

 MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD 17 NOVEMBER
RESOLVED the minutes be approved as a true record and signed by the Chairman.

7

MATTERS ARISING FROM ABOVE MEETING
First buses - the Clerk advised that no responses had been received.
RESOLVED to contact Line Manager.
Cllr Tatton-Kelly advised that on 31 January the No. 90 service will revert to calling at the airport every half hour.

Information from Green Mile Trees re warranty - No guarantee is given but will visit twice next year to ensure that the tree is healthy. A contact on the parish council is needed re responsibility for maintenance during the first year after planting as this is the period when things may go wrong. Watering is necessary on a regular basis during dry periods.
RESOLVED:
- to advise Green Mile Trees that Cllr Tatton-Kelly will be the contact and other members will assist in a rota for watering.
- to advise that the smaller tree is showing signs of distress and ask what action can be taken.

50th Anniversary, Messrs Higgins -
Messrs Higgins have agreed the wording for a plaque: 'This Christmas tree was kindly donated by The Higgins Group on their 50th anniversary, 2009 '.
RESOLVED to order plaque through Morrison Engravers, Doncaster and advise that a Finningley resident may erect the plaque and the charge could be added to their account. Chairman to supply specification for agreement at next meeting.

8

 VILLAGE HALL ISSUES
Cllr Lifsey advised that the AGM will not take place until February 2010.

9

 FINANCIAL MATTERS - Signing of Cheques
 
£186.25 HM Revenue & Customs (qtrly tax) 100626
£  99.36 Veolia ES (UK) Ltd (grass cutting JPF November) 100627
£  95.00 Arrow Publications (Dec newsletter) 100628
£385.25 G & P Plevey (Christmas tree) 100629
£  67.50 SLCC (Annual subscription, half amount) 100631

 

 Approval of grounds maintenance contract - Veolia - 2010
The company advises £44.06 per cut for JPF and £10.06 per cut for the area at Old Bawtry Road, a slight increase on last year.
RESOLVED to accept the quotation.
(NB The invoices for the JPF to be paid by the Association from 1.4.10).

10

 PLANNING ISSUES

A) To comment on planning applications
09/02827/CAC conservation area consent for demolition of dwelling in connection with erection of 4 bedroom detached house on approx 0.04ha of land, Pond House, The Green
RESOLVED to comment as follows:-
• part of the adjacent green is in parish council ownership and it is unacceptable that any of this area should be encroached upon, e.g. for access to the new dwelling. The Agent, also to be contacted in this regard.
• members are unhappy about the demolition of the building which would change the character of the conservation area
• that the Planning Control Committee determines the application and not officers.

The following applications were responded to by the Clerk after consultation with the Chairman in order to comply with timescale and no objections raised:
09/02821/FUL erection of detached house on approx 0.04ha (following demolition of dwelling) being resubmission refused under ref 09/00816/FUL on 5.6.09, Rose Cottage, The Green
09/02822/FUL erection of detached house on approx 0.06ha of land following demolition of existing dwelling, Pond House, The Green

B) Expansion of Doncaster’s Green Belt
Letter received from CPRE expressing concern that the increased pressures for housing and employment will result in the unnecessary loss of valuable countryside in eastern Doncaster.
The letter asks that parish councils press the Mayor, ward members and officers to include as part of the Core Strategy, an extension of the Green Belt east of the East Coast Mainline.
RESOLVED:
• to respond advising that although the parish council supports the campaign but there are doubts as to whether this would be possible. Also it is felt that countryside policy areas should be given the same status as those designated as green belt.
• Cllr Y Woodcock to be copied in on the letter asking if DMBC supports the stance and if equality is decided then could DMBC advise in writing.

C) Decisions:
09/02368/LBC, Holly House, Old Bawtry Road - GRANTED
09/02310/RET, 55 Gatesbridge Park - GRANTED

11

 TO CONSIDER INCREASING HOURS WORKED BY THE CLERK
The Clerk explained in a pre-circulated document that the hours had not been reviewed for almost 6 years and, during this time, the workload had increased considerably.
RESOLVED to award an additional hour with effect from 1.1.10.

12

 TO DISCUSS AND AGREE BUDGET FOR 2010/11
The Clerk previously circulated papers giving projections to the end of the year and forecast for next financial year. Members perused the papers in detail and some adjustments were agreed and altered sheets will be circulated with the next agenda.

13

 TO SET PRECEPT FOR 2010/11
RESOLVED that the precept is not increased, will remain at £21k.

14

 TO DISCUSS ACTION TO BE TAKEN AS NO RESPONSE HAS BEEN RECEIVED REGARDING THE HARVEY ARMS SIGN, IE THE LETTER AGREEING TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Clerk advised that no signed copy letter had been received nor had the £25 been received to meet the cost of the contractor removing the sign, despite the owner’s assurances at the last meeting that he would comply with the requirements.
RESOLVED that Cllrs Elder and Tatton-Kelly visit the landlord asking that he signs the letter and pays the £25 by 31 December, also advising that if he does not comply then the sign will be removed by the parish council’s contractor and if it is replaced it will again be removed.

15

 INFORMATION RE CLAIM TO AREA OF LAND, OLD BAWTRY ROAD
Cllr Lifsey has spoken with some residents who confirm that the area was previously known as Moize Lane adjacent to Moize Plantation and farmers brought cattle to feed. Originally the area was in Nottinghamshire and then transferred to South Yorks County Council before the latter body was defunct.
RESOLVED to advise Messrs Waring of the above and also that a few residents might be willing to submit declarations.

STANDING ORDER 1c) WAS SUSPENDED TO ALLOW THE REMAINDER OF THE BUSINESS TO BE TRANSACTED

16

 BUSES, FINNINGLEY COE AND THE HAYFIELD SCHOOL
Concerns expressed re over-crowding for pupils to and from the above schools.
RESOLVED to contact DMBC & SYPTE requesting that appropriate action be taken.

17

ISSUES RELATING TO JOINT PLAYING FIELD
Decision from last meeting of Blaxton parish council
Cllrs Elder and Johnson attended the meeting when it was agreed in principle to go ahead with recommendations put forward as from 1.4.10, ie the issues and principles agreed at the joint meeting on 12 November be endorsed and implemented.
The Clerk to Blaxton PC is to identify the costs associated with repairing any damage to the ramp and this be considered by both parish councils.
The recommendations were also put to the JPF Committee who were agreeable to some sort of change to the present constitution.

Report from recent JPF Committee meeting
£12.5k now in the coffers some donated by other parties ie £5k, thus £7.5k remains which the JPF has raised. The Committee agreed to discuss further and report back to the parish councils with a proposal. The principle of the JPF Committee meeting bills is yet to be agreed and information is awaited.

Further joint meeting with Blaxton Parish Council
A letter had been received from Blaxton Parish Council suggesting that a further meeting be arranged in February if agreeable, ie 8th or 11th or 25th.
RESOLVED to suggest 11 or 25 February.

Repairs to car park surface
Ward Member Cllr Mrs Schofield advised that she would request the Neighbourhood Manager to consider funding via the flexible budget and confirmation is awaited.

18

REPORTS FROM MEETINGS
Airport Community Sub Committee 3.12.09
Community Group (aka Parish Plan Group) - Letter received re litter at Old Bawtry Road was passed to the Chairman who raised the issue at the meeting as he attended in the place of Cllr Robinson. A litter pick is being organised by Peel/FODSA on 22 December and DMBC will arrange for enforcement notices to be erected. There is currently a ‘carbon reduction drive’ in progress which involves cutting down on lighting and heating, especially in passenger areas.

Noise Sub Committee 3.12.09
Cllr Lindley was present and advised there had been fewer noise complaints of late, although there have been fewer flights.
Noise sanction scheme review - there will be an overall reduction in noise. Around 25% fewer night flights and each QC number will have a lower top decibel limit. The ban on QC8 and 16 flights at night will continue.

Airport Transport Forum 11.12.09
Cllr Lindley also attended this meeting and reported thereon. Peel has spent £300 on road signs to the airport and £500k contribution towards Blyth roundabout. Improvements are to be made to the M18 between junctions 2 and 3 and to White Rose Way possibly early 2010. It is hoped to connect into J3 roundabout by 2013 or 2014.

Site visit to Lafarge Quarry 15.12.09
Cllr Johnson attended the meeting and advised a phone number to contact the site manager/legal planning manager Mr D McCormack, with any concerns: 07740 563239, e.g. speeding, giving full details of vehicle etc.
It is expected the quarry will operate until 2017 before reserves run out. The company is eager to foster good relations with the community and can offer grant support for local projects. Dog walkers are encouraged to use the lane as this provides extra security. It is anticipated that further visits will be arranged in the future.

Public Rights of Way Forum
Cllr Lindley attended. Issues discussed: Finningley Fiftyeighths Road - now Footpath No 7; Railway Act, downgrading of section of rail line to footpath status; DMBC Highways has cleared vegetation south of the railway.

19

 ISSUES RELATING TO THE POND
Green adjacent pond, vehicles damaging the grass - Information from DMBC advising of disadvantages to the provision of plastic grasscrete.
RESOLVED to request alternative suggestions.

Willow Trees, removal of low branches - Work now carried out by DMBC.

20

 WEBSITE UPDATE
RESOLVED the Clerk forwards the November 17th minutes to the Chairman.

21

 HIGHWAY ISSUES TO BE REPORTED TO DMBC
Highways and Footpaths patrol report
The issues raised have been passed to DMBC.
Seat at Elm Drive
RESOLVED to contact DMBC again as the seat has not yet been repaired.

22

TO RECEIVE AND NOTE CORRESPONDENCE
North Lincs Council, Statement of Community Involvement, Revision November 2009
Advice that a revised Statement of Community Involvement for consultation is being published and available to view on http://consult.limehouse.co.uk/portal/

CE Electric UK - what to do if a power interruption occurs in winter
Residents are asked to contact on 0800 375 675. For customers with additional needs contact: 0800 169 7602 to add names to Priority Services Register.

23

TO CONFIRM DATE OF NEXT MEETING -
Tuesday 19 January 2010, commencing at 7 pm in the Village Hall.

 

 

The meeting ended at 10.45 p.m.