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1.0 |
ROAD SAFETY |
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1.1 |
It was noted that the A130 carriageway near to Pear
Tree Cottage is in need of repair and The Clerk was asked to contact
Highways department about this. |
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1.2 |
It was noted that the
footpaths in Barnston Green and Rayfield Close are currently being
re-surfaced. It was understood that the telephone lines had been damaged in
part of Barnston Green and that work would be undertaken as soon as possible
to repair the lines. The Clerk was requested to contact Highways department
to see whether the repairs could be carried out before the top surface is
laid to prevent unnecessary remedial work. |
Clerk |
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1.3 |
The Chairman informed the
meeting that he attended the official opening of the new A120. At the
opening he had a chance to speak to Brian Hoath, Senior Project manager for
the new A120, about his concerns over the level of traffic on the A130. Mr
Hoath stated that this was also of concern to him and that additional
monitoring of traffic through Barnston had been arranged. |
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2.0 |
MINUTES |
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The Minutes of the meeting held on Monday 14th
June 2004 were approved and signed. |
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3.0 |
MATTERS ARISING |
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3.1 |
The Chase |
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Following last month’s
meeting, it was noted that The Clerk had written to highways department to
ask them to define what a non-maintainable public highway is. Highways
department have replied stating that it is a road that the public have free
and unrestricted access over, but the maintenance responsibility does not
fall to the highway Authority. All members agreed that this was not a
matter for the Parish Council and that the residents should decide what they
want to do between themselves. |
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3.1 |
Trees – The Caravan |
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Following last month’s
meeting, the Clerk had spoken to EALC with regard to the problem with the
trees. If it is confirmed that the land that The Caravan is situated on is
common land, EALC suggest that the Parish Council should ask the District
Council under what powers was a Certificate of Lawfulness issued? The Clerk
informed the meeting that she had also spoken to Christine Olivia at UDC
Legal department about the problem, having made enquiries, Mrs Olivia was
unable to confirm whether this land is common or not. It was noted that Mr
B Smeeden, the Tree Warden is on holiday at the moment but it is hoped that
a site meeting will take place shortly. |
Clerk |
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3.2 |
Village Hall Car Park |
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Mr C Watkins has looked
into the possibility of taking out a loan for this project and confirmed
that there would probably not be a problem with this. Two quotations have
now been received and third one is expected to arrive soon. Mr C Watkins
suggested that the Parish Council should pay for the new car park but leave
the decision-making to the Village Hall Committee. It was suggested that
the Parish Council should ask ECC Highways department if they can recommend
a surveyor or civil engineer to draw up a professional scheme of the work. |
Clerk |
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3.3 |
Dog Waste Bin – Berners End |
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It was agreed that the
stolen dog waste bin at the foot of the Berners End walkway should not be
replaced for the time being. |
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3.4 |
UDC – Chairman’s Summer Lunch |
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Mr C Watkins attended this
event. It was noted that while he was at the lunch he had the opportunity
to speak to Councillor Alan Dean, Leader of UDC about the Parish Council’s
concerns over the increase in traffic along the A130 once the new road
opens. Councillor Dean has since written to Councillor Bass at County Hall
to express his concerns about this too. |
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5.0 |
FINANCIAL POSITION |
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5.1 |
The financial position as at 30.06.04 was as follows: £9,856.47 in the
current account and £6,133.90 in the NSB. Totalling: £15,990.37. The
Chairman handed out the Income and Expenditure sheet 2003/04. It was noted
that the balance in bank on 31.03.04 was £12,532.52. |
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6.0 |
CORNHILL INSURANCE |
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It was unanimously agreed
that the additional premium of £36.22 should be paid to cover the costs of
libel and slander. The Clerk to fill in the application form and return it
to Cornhill Insurance. |
Clerk |
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7.0 |
PARISH COUNCIL MOBILE PHONE |
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The Clerk informed the
meeting that she had looked at various mobile phone packages and believed
that the Virgin 3310 would be suitable for Parish Council use. The phone
costs £59.99 and comes with £15 free airtime. Calls cost 15p per minute for
the first five minutes of the day and then 5p per minute thereafter. It was
unanimously agreed that the Clerk should purchase the phone and set up a
direct debit payment with the Parish Council bank account. The Clerk to be
reimbursed for the phone at the next meeting. |
Clerk |
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8.00 |
PLANNING APPLICATIONS |
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UTT/1145/04/LB –
Replacement external doors and windows, Taverners, Onslow Green, Barnston.
This application was considered and there were no objections raised.
RESULTS:
UTT/0463/04/FUL – Apton
Fields Farm, Onslow Green, Barnston. It was noted that this application
has been granted permission.
UTT/0335/04/FUL – Absol
Park, North End, Barnston. It was noted that this application has been
granted permission. |
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9.0 |
CORRESPONDENCE |
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9.1 |
EC Winter Service Review |
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It was noted that a survey was being carried out by ECC.
The Clerk to fill in and return. |
Clerk |
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9.2 |
UDC – Local Plan |
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It was noted that minor amendments have been made to
the local plan. |
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9.3 |
It was noted that an acknowledgement has been received
from Chloe Rogers. |
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9.4 |
RCCE |
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It was unanimously agreed
that the Parish Council should subscribe to the Rural Community Council of
Essex. The subscription is £50 per annum. |
All |
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10.0 |
ANY OTHER BUSINESS |
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10.1 |
Mr G Ball suggested that
the Parish Council organises an evening in September for residents and
Parish Councillors to meet each other. This could be combined with
presentations to people who have done something outstanding in the village.
It was suggested that Thursday 23rd September would be a good
date. The Clerk to make enquiries with the Village Hall etc. All Parish
councillors to consider who to nominate and why. |
Clerk
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10.2 |
Mrs S Tuttlebury stated
that some children have been seen climbing into the Electricity sub station
in Watts Close. It was agreed that this should be mentioned in the next
newsletter and that the Police should be informed with the view of a notice
from the Police being put up to deter the children from endangering their
lives. |
Clerk |
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10.0 |
CHEQUES |
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The following cheque was agreed and signed: |
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Mrs C Weston (wages & expenses) |
£205.60 |
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Mr G Bruneau (wages & expenses) |
140.24 |
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EALC (Councillor’s Training Day – C. Watkins) |
£39.00 |
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RCCE (annual subscription) |
£50.00 |
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Direct Debits |
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UDC (Garage rent) |
£38.89 |
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There being no further business the meeting closed at
9.30pm. The next Parish Council meeting will take place on Monday 13th
September 2004. |
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