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1.0 |
APPOINTMENT OF PARISH CLERK |
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Following Mrs Ceri Weston’s resignation,
the Chairman stated that Mrs Delyse Jackaman had applied for the post of
Parish Clerk. Her appointment was Proposed by Mrs P Singleton and Seconded
by Mrs S Sellens. Mrs C Weston agreed to assist the new Clerk until the
handover period is complete. A letter to the NSB and a new mandate form
for the HSBC were signed by both the outgoing and incoming Clerk. |
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SCHOOL BUSES |
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The Chairman informed members that a letter
has been sent to all parents of children entitled to free transport from
Barnston to schools in Dunmow informing them that Essex County Council have
decided that the route from Barnston to the schools in Dunmow should “now be
considered available to be walked accompanied as necessary and that from
September 2006 free transport will not be made available to residents
affected by this route”.
It was with regret that the Chairman
informed both members of the Parish Council and the public that the matter
could not be discussed at this meeting as more than 50% of Parish
Councillors have a prejudicial interest in the matter. Members signed
individual letters addressed to the Head of Legal Services at the District
Council to apply to be able to talk and vote under a dispensation on the
matter of the provision of free school buses from Barnston to Dunmow. The
matter would be added to the agenda for the next Parish Council meeting. It
was suggested that a special meeting could be arranged for a future date
inviting local residents to attend. |
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ROAD SAFETY |
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Mr R Townsend reported that there has been
one accident at the top of Kiln Lane since the last meeting. No other
details were available. |
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It was noted that the new road signs for
the Chelmsford Road have been put up. |
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It was noted that the trees overhanging the
street lights in the village and the damaged drains have been reported to
Highways department but dates are not yet available for when the work will
be carried out. |
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TRAFFIC MATTERS – |
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3.1 |
A120/A130 After Study Survey Results -
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The Chairman informed members that
following a great deal of campaigning to have the impact of the A120 fully
assessed, County Highways has issued a press release confirming that
additional traffic has been attracted to the A130 through Barnston since the
opening of the new A120. Traffic levels have increased from 10,100 a day to
10,700, including an increase of 100 goods vehicles to 870 a day. It was
noted that the County Council acknowledges that the recently implemented
advisory route for large goods vehicles to use the A120/A131 to and from
Chelmsford may need to be reinforced by further action. It was also noted
that Cllr Bass is minded to make an application to the Department of
Transport for a reclassification of the A130 to a B road.
It was agreed that the Parish Council
should wait to see what the County Council are planning to do next and make
another request for the survey figures. |
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3.2 |
Pedestrian
Refuge Island – A130 |
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Members of the Parish Council expressed
concerns about the safety of pedestrians standing on a refuge island in the
middle of the carriageway. It was unanimously agreed that Highways should
be asked to draw up plans for the island to enable the Parish Council to
make a decision. It was also confirmed that the Clerk has written to
Highways department requesting that Barnston is put on the reserve list for
a pedestrian crossing in the future. |
Clerk |
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5.0 |
MINUTES |
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The Minutes of the meeting held on Monday 9th
January 2006 were approved and signed. |
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6.0 |
CLERK’S REPORT |
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6.1 |
It was noted that the
surfacing of the Village Hall car park has now been completed by P D Stonham
Ltd although an invoice is yet to be submitted. The Clerk was asked to
chase up the invoice to enable the Parish Council to claim back the VAT this
financial year. It was also noted that MB Surfacing have not re-submitted
their invoice for the first part of the work undertaken. The Village Hall
Committee has contributed £3000 so far towards the work – further money may
be requested depending on the total payment for the work carried out by both
contractors. |
Clerk |
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It was noted that
following the Clerk’s visit to Holmes & Hills solicitors, it is believed
that the cost for each lease to be renewed will be in the region of
£200-£300. It was agreed that further quotations should be sought before a
decision is made. |
Clerk |
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The Clerk informed
members that the District Council can provide salt bins at a cost of £300
each. Once purchased, Highways department would be responsible for keeping
the bins topped up with salt. Providing the salt is used by individuals on
a self-help basis and that the Parish Council does not contract anybody to
scatter the salt when icy, the Parish Council would not be liable for any
accidents. It was agreed that once approval has been gained from residents
in the vicinity, three salt bins should be purchased – one by the mini
roundabout, one at Millers junction and the other at the Barnston Green
junction. |
Clerk |
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It was unanimously
agreed that the Parish Council should subscribe to the UALC for a one-year
trial at a cost of £25.00. |
Clerk |
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7.0 |
FINANCIAL POSITION |
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The financial positions as at
31.01.06 were as follows: £19,040.97 in the current account and £4,388.28 in
the NSB account. Totalling £23,429.25. This includes £300 contribution
towards the Village Hall car park from the Village Hall Committee. The
Chairman informed the meeting that the annual audit has finally been
approved but that there would be a small additional charge for the extra
work. |
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8.0 |
MINOR MATTERS FOR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION |
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It was noted that a street light outside 13
Berners End is not working properly. The Clerk was asked to report this to
Just Lamps. |
Clerk |
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Planned Parish Visits – It
was agreed that Highways department should be asked to add the pavement
outside 33 Rayfield Close and the sunken drain outside Attwood House,
Berners End to the list of jobs to be carried out by Highways department.
It was suggested that members of the Parish Council should inform the Clerk
of any other jobs that could be included on the list. |
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The Clerk informed members
that the District Council would like to know whether the Parish Council are
interested in paying for manned civic amenity skips to visit the village
during 2006. It was unanimously agreed that providing the Village Hall is
available on the scheduled dates, skips should be booked for full days at a
cost of £163.80 per visit. It was agreed that the skip should be placed on
the grass rather than the newly surfaced car park if possible. |
Clerk |
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9.0 |
PLANNING RESULTS |
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UTT/0170/06/LB
– Replacement of existing windows with single glazed timber frames to same
design and dimensions as existing. Albans, High Easter Road, Barnston.
This application was considered and there were no objections raised.
UTT/0222/06/FUL –
Erection of storage building. Medhurst,
High Easter Road, Barnston. This application was considered and concern
was expressed over the proposed location of the storage building behind a
neighbouring property. Members requested that permission should only be
granted if the building is relocated nearer to Medhurst.
UTT/0077/06/FUL –
Proposed single storey side extension. 27
Watts Close, Barnston. This application was considered and there were no
objections raised.
RESULTS:
UTT/1995/05/FUL – Proposed single side and rear extension. The Dog House,
Albans, High Easter Road, Barnston. It was noted that this application
has been granted.
UTT/1928/05/FUL – Erection of cart
lodge/store and garden shed. Albans, High Easter Road, Barnston. It was
noted that this application has been granted.
UTT/1996/05/LB – Proposed single storey
side and rear extension. The Dog House, Albans, High Easter Road,
Barnston. Granted listed building consent.
UTT/1862/05/FUL – Amendments to existing
approval UTT/0056/03/FUL including roof accommodation, two dormer windows,
roof light and changes to elevations. Poplars, High Easter Road, Barnston.
It was noted that this application has been refused.
APPEAL RESULTS:
APP.C1570/A/05/1190542 – Sakers, The Chase,
Barnston. It was noted that the Inspector has allowed the appeal. |
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10.0 |
CORRESPONDENCE |
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UDC Parish Review – It was noted that
proposals have been made to create a new parish at Oakwood Park, Little
Dunmow.
RCCE - Best Kept Village. Cllr S Flack
agreed to submit the forms for Barnston to be entered into this competition. |
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11.0 |
CHEQUES |
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The following cheques were agreed and
signed at the meeting: |
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Just Lamps (UK) Ltd – street light repairs |
£63.39 |
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P Tuckwell Ltd (annual service of ride-on
mower) |
£279.77 |
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UDC (2 x civic amenity skips – 2005) |
£184.33 |
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BVHMC (hall hire) |
£75.00 |
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Mrs C Weston |
£195.43 |
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UALC (annual subscription) |
£25.00 |
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Direct Debits/Standing Orders |
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Virgin Mobile |
£6.68 |
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E-on Energy |
£56.53 |
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There being no further business the meeting
closed at 9.05pm. The next Parish Council meeting will take place on Monday
13th March 2006 at 7.45pm |
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