Notes from the Parish Council April Meeting
Chairman John Covill chaired the meeting with 8 Parish Councillors and 1 members of the Public.
Minutes of March Meeting: These were agreed.
Reports:
- CCC - Cllr Hazel Williams
- ECDC - Cllr Allen Alderson
Date & Agenda for the Annual Village Meeting: The date for the AVM was agreed for Wednesday, 14th May in the Village Hall at 7.30pm. There was general discussion about how this meeting could be revamped to encourage people from the village to attend and take an active interest in their parish. One important item for the agenda was the creating of a Parish Plan and its benefits or otherwise to the Village. Please see notice in Crier.
Road Safety Measures/Traffic Calming, Mill Hill: The Clerk received an email from Kevin Hall stating that Swaffham Prior had been successful in its bid to the JFHMI but also stating that the funds available were limited and may not cover all the suggested items. A meeting with Parish Councillors was also requested to discuss the measures available within the budget. The Clerk was to ask Kevin Hall to attend the next PC meeting to discuss the scheme.
High Street Signs & Naming: A further reply was received from Andrew Killington of ECDC. Following discussion it was decided that this whole matter had got far too complicated and that there was little benefit in continuing to resolve the issues. As such the Parish Council resolved to take no further action and leave road signs, etc., as they currently are.
Parish Plan for Village: There was further discussion on this and there continued to be mixed views. It was agreed that full consultation with village residents was needed and (as noted above) will be included on the agenda for the Village Annual Meeting.
Play Area: The work to this area is almost complete with just the painting of the equipment outstanding. This is to go ahead shortly. Now we are into the new financial year, the last piece of play equipment (covered picnic bench) can be ordered. The annual inspection is to be carried out by RoSPA sometime during the month of April.
Request to Rent Vacant Allotment: It was agreed to let the available allotment to Mr G King. Whilst on the subject of allotments, the annual rent payment was discussed and it was agreed to raise the rents to £5/annum from April 2009. Notice is to be sent to all allotment holders.
The Lodes & Fens: This is ongoing. There was a further open meeting at Reach with reference to the National Trust plans.
Planning applications including:
- 60 High Street - construction of conservatory to rear. Ref: 08/00315/FUL. There were no objections.
End of Year Financial Summary: Steve Kent-Phillips reported to the meeting. With reference to the Precept for 2008/09, this is unchanged.
Accounts for payment: These were agreed.
Items for the Next Agenda:
- Traffic calming - Mill Hill
- Confirmation of Agenda for Annual Village Meeting (14/5/08)
- The Play Area - final items plus RoSPA inspection
- The Lodes & The Fens
- School Swimming Pool
Open Question Time:
Some cutting back of ivy on Village Hall driveway required.
General discussion.
Should anyone require any further information on any of the reported items above, please contact me.
The next Parish Council meeting will take place on Thursday, 8th May 2008 at 7.30pm in the Village Hall. All are welcome to attend. Plus:
ANNUAL VILLAGE ASSEMBLY WEDNESDAY, 14TH MAY 2008 AT THE VILLAGE HALL AT 7.30PM