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SPEED WARNIN SIGNS |
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Councillor S Flack invited representatives
from the above Parish Councils to attend the meeting to discuss the
possibility of purchasing a number of mobile speed warning signs to be
shared between the parishes. It was noted that Cllr. R Bass is currently
looking at drawing up a protocol for the use of the solar powered signs
which can be placed on a fixed pole and is looking to make them available to
parishes. It is understood that each sign costs approx. £5000. If all
villages represented contribute £500 each towards purchasing the signs,
Highways department would be willing to contribute £1500 towards each sign.
Councillor S Flack stated that Highways would accept responsibility for the
signs including siting, relocation and maintenance. The exact location of
the poles would need to be agreed between the Parish Councils and Highways
department
Councillor S Flack suggested that there
should be more than one sign in some villages. It was agreed that this
should be left to Highways to make the final decision on what is acceptable.
The question of whether Highways department
would be responsible for erecting the mounting poles was raised. It was
believed that this would be the case but would need to be confirmed.
Councillor S Flack agreed to ask each Chairman about the preferred
positioning prior to getting Highways to do the work.
It was unanimously agreed by all
representatives that a request for such signs should be made. Councillor S
Flack agreed to speak to Councillor R Bass about purchasing four signs and
would report back as soon as possible. If the request is accepted, the next
stage will be to agree where and when the signs are to be used. Councillor
S Flack agreed to enquire how often the signs would be moved.
If the message can be altered to read ‘Slow
Down’, Canfield will also consider joining the scheme.
It was also suggested that a grant should
be applied for through the Stansted Community Fund. Cllr. S Flack agreed to
look into this. |
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2.0 |
ROAD SAFETY |
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It was noted that no accidents have
occurred since the last meeting. |
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The speed limit sign which was knocked down
earlier in the month has still not been replaced. |
Clerk |
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Mr G Ball suggested that the Parish Council
should arrange for a contract to cut back some of the overhanging trees
around street lights in the village. The Clerk to investigate. |
Clerk |
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Mr R Townsend stated that the verges from
Onslow Green through to the village, including Parsonage Lane have now been
cut back |
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2.1 |
The Chairman informed members that despite
several requests to Highways department for the results of the after study
survey of traffic through the A130 the results were still not available.
Councillor S Flack agreed to take this matter up with Councillor R Bass.
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Following last month’s meeting, it was
noted that the Parish Clerk has contacted the District Council to see
whether road signs for Chelmsford Road could be put up in the village. A
site visit has been made by John Bradford from the District Council and he
has suggested that a sign is put up at the bottom of the hill by the new
A120 roundabout and another at the other end of Barnston close to the 40mph
signs. This was unanimously agreed. |
Clerk |
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3.0 |
MINUTES |
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It was noted that the results from planning
application UTT/1041/05/FUL should read 6 no. rooflights and not
floodlights. This was amended and the Minutes of the meeting held on Monday
10th October were approved and signed. |
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4.0 |
VILLAGE HALL CAR PARK |
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It was noted that a quote from P.D. Stonham
has now been received. It was noted that the Village Hall Management
Committee are still willing to contribute 20% towards the final cost of the
car park up to a maximum of £4,000. Councillor S Flack suggested the
Village Hall Committee should apply for a grant through the Stansted Airport
Community Fund. Some concern was raised over laying the tarmac during the
very cold weather and it was suggested that this might be better left for a
while. Councillor S Flack informed the Clerk of another contractor to
contact for another quote. |
Clerk |
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5a |
Land Registry |
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It was noted that a letter has been
received from Land Registry inviting Parish Councils to consider the
possibility of voluntary first registration of their landholdings.
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5.0 |
CLERK’S REPORT |
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5.1 |
Parsonage Lane
- County Highways department has asked for the results of the residents
survey concerning the Parsonage Lane traffic control barrier. Opinion is
divided among those residents who replied. It was suggested by Mr M
LeMasurier that Parsonage Lane is adopted as a ‘quiet lane’ and appropriate
signs are put in place. Members doubted whether this would do any good.
Councillor E Hicks agreed to ascertain from the District council the results
of the enquiries into activities at a property in Parsonage Lane. As a
decision can’t be agreed between residents it was agreed that this should be
put on hold for the time being. |
Clerk/
Cllr. E.Hicks |
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5.2 |
HRS School Bus |
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It was noted that a log of incidents
involving the Helena Romanes School bus to has been submitted to County
Transport department. |
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5.3 |
Affordable Housing Scheme – Watts Close
– It was noted that the Parish Council has emailed a response to the
District Council outlining it’s main concerns regarding such a development
on the suggested site. These being: the impact the development would have
on neighbouring properties and whether the owner of the garage is going to
be compensated or is the lease of land due to expire? It was believed by
all members that an application for planning permission will need to be
made. |
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5.4 |
Play Area Goal
Posts – It was noted that the
Clerk is unable to submit the application form for a grant towards the goal
posts in both play areas at the moment as the leases need to be renewed.
Once the paperwork has been arranged, the application forms will be
submitted. |
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6.0 |
FINANCIAL POSITION |
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The financial position as at
31.10.05 was as follows: £17,508.67 in the current account and £4,388.28 in
the NSB account. Totalling: £21,896.95. It was noted that the Village Hall
Management Committee are increase the Parish Council’s hire charges to £25
per session. It was also noted that a request for the Parish Council’s
precept for 2006/07 has been received. The Chairman agreed to look at the
accounts and draw up a list for the next meeting.
It was noted that a cheque
for £235 has been received as reimbursement for the power to the street
light in High Easter Road that was knocked down last November. |
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7.0 |
JUST LAMPS STREET LIGHTING CONTACT |
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It was noted that Just Lamps have sent
through an offer to maintain the Parish Council’s lamps on a maintenance
contract for three years for £38.75 per month. Includes cleaning and
testing all light fittings and replacement of any defective parts but not
the replacement parts themselves. Cost of a lamp £8.95 and a photocell
£10.37. Once under contract they aim to attend to faulty lights within 48
hours. £45 for call out. This was unanimously agreed by all. |
Clerk |
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8.0 |
MINOR MATTERS FOR IMMEDIATE
ATTENTION |
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Agreement had been made
between meetings to donate £50 to the Poppy Appeal. Mrs H Rothwell had laid
the poppy wreath at St Andrew’s church on Remembrance Sunday. |
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9.0 |
PLANNING APPLICATIONS |
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UTT/1800/05/LB –
Internal and external
alterations including fenestration, doors and roof. Barnston Hall Stud,
Parsonage Lane, Barnston. This application was considered and there were
no objections raised. |
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UTT/1756/05/FUL –
Demolition of existing rear
lean-to and erection of single storey rear extension. Albans, High Easter
Road, Barnston. This application was considered and there were no
objections raised. |
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10.0 |
CHEQUES |
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The following cheques were agreed and
signed at the meeting: |
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Poppy Appeal |
£50.00 |
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BVHMC (hall hire) |
£123.25 |
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Just Lamps (UK) Ltd |
£215.34 |
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Mrs C Weston |
£193.33 |
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Mr G Bruneau |
£72.00 |
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P. Tuckwell Ltd |
£39.74 |
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Direct Debits/Standing Orders |
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Eon Energy |
£56.53 |
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Virgin Mobile |
£16.33 |
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There being no further business the meeting
closed at 9.35pm. The next Parish Council meeting will take place on Monday
12th December 2005 at 7.45pm |
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