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1.0 |
Apologies
– Mr G. Ball |
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2.0 |
Declaration of Interest
- None |
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3.0 |
Road Safety |
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3.1 |
It was noted that a new variable speed
sign has gone up in the village. Highways are due to erect another sign
but need to put in a post etc first. Parish Council are waiting to see
how the signs are set up before commenting on whether any changes need
to be made. |
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3.2 |
It was noted that the Clerk had
contacted Highways concerning the overgrown hedge at the top of
Parsonage Lane. Awaiting a response from Highways. |
Clerk |
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3.3 |
Cllr Barker advised that Uttlesford
District Council is sending every household in Uttlesford a leaflet
about ‘housing in the district’ in December. There will also be a 30
page consultative document that can be viewed on-line or at the Council
offices. Cllr Barker asked that residents tell the Council their views
so that the Council can get an accurate view of residents opinions. |
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4.0 |
MINUTES |
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The Minutes of the meeting held on
Monday 8th October 2007 were approved and signed.
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5.0 |
CLERKS REPORT |
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5.1 |
Replacement signs on the A130 Barnston
Bends are currently being manufactured and should be replaced shortly.
It was noted that these new signs are being made in plastic to help
combat theft of the signs. Clerk to chase Highways. |
Clerk |
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5.2 |
Replacement signs at Salletts Green,
Martells and Treedee are currently being manufactured (again in
plastic). Clerk to chase Highways. |
Clerk |
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5.3 |
Repaint mini roundabout – Was due to be
repainted by the end of October. This has not happened. Clerk chasing
Highways. |
Clerk |
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5.4 |
Cables up from mini roundabout on High
Easter Road. Clerk emailed Highways 14/9 requesting they cut back the
hedge so that lorries can see the cables and not pull them down. Clerk
has chased again and still awaiting a response. |
Clerk |
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5.5 |
A130 – Essex County Council have sent
off forms to the Department of Transport requesting a reclassification
of the road. The D of T have to respond within 8 weeks. |
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5.6 |
Footways – The Clerk has been advised
by Highways that they are planning some repairs to footways in the
village before Christmas. |
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5.7 |
Broken wooden barrier between Mill
Field and Berners End. It was noted that the Clerk had asked Highways
to repair this barrier. Chased and awaiting a response. |
Clerk |
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5.8 |
It was noted that the Clerk had sent
photographs of the entrance at Watts Close Play Area to Highways as
requested, so that the PC can obtain Consent to erect a gate on a Public
Right of Way. Currently with Highways legal department and being chased
regularly. |
Clerk |
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5.9 |
UDC grant of
£3,500 for the Village Hall play area. It was noted that the new swings
and safety surfacing had been installed at the village hall. The Clerk
has contacted the suppliers and asked to meet to discuss the unevenness
of the safety mats. The Clerk was advised that they follow the lie of
the land but will wait and see once an inspection has been undertaken.
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Clerk |
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5.10 |
Grant received from ECC for £8,500 for
both play areas. It was unanimously agreed to purchase new swings and a
Spacenet at a cost of £10,950.00 for the Watts Close play area. Due to
be installed in December. |
Clerk |
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5.11 |
Village Hall play area – back of 2
Millers Close – The fence is being pulled down by greenery. The
handyman has resigned so this post is currently unfilled. Meanwhile,
Acorn Services has been asked to quote. Clerk has updated resident of
the situation. |
Clerk |
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5.12 |
Village Hall football pitch – Due to
soil erosion there is generally two large puddles at the goal mouths.
Wicksteed have recommended closing off goals, adding topsoil, turfing
and allow to grow. Then in the Spring lay grass mats. Clerk to obtain
quotes. |
Clerk |
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5.13 |
Handy person vacancy – The Council are
looking for someone to replace Mr G. Bruneau who has done an excellent
job over the years. The Council hope to make a decision at the December
meeting about his replacement. |
Council |
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5.14 |
It was noted that the Leylandii trees
at the village hall had been reduced in size. |
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5.15 |
Bushel & Sack Pub – It was noted that
the Chairman has written to UDC expressing concern about the length of
time enforcement action has taken in respect of airport parking.
Awaiting response to letter. |
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5.14 |
White bridge over River Chelmer – It
was noted that the bridge has been repaired. |
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6.0 |
FINANCIAL POSITION |
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6.1 |
The financial positions
as at 31.10.07 were as follows: £11,117.58 in the current account and
£768.21. Totalling: £11,885.79. |
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6.2 |
It was noted that the Clerk had applied
for a bursary towards the cost of the Certificate in Local Council
Administration Course. This has been accepted and a cheque to the
Parish Council for £200 has been received. |
Clerk |
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6.3 |
It was noted that the price of the book
called ‘Parish Councillors Guide by Paul Clayden costs £20.45 including
postage. |
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6.4 |
It was noted that the village hall has
previously had different rates for different hirers. This now seems to
be streamlined and the Parish Council will pay £9.00 per hour at a
reduced hire time of 2 hours. |
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6.5 |
It was noted that James Clyne signed a
Declaration of Acceptance of Office. |
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6.6 |
The 2008/9 Annual Precept was discussed
and it was unanimously decided to set the precept at £16,500. The form
was filled in and signed by the Chairman and Clerk. |
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6.7 |
It was noted that
a chaplet was purchased for Remembrance Sunday. The Council unanimously
decided to make a donation of £50.00. |
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6.8 |
It was unanimously
decided to renew the subscription for the Rural Community Council of
Essex at a cost of £55.00. |
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6.9 |
It was unanimously
decided to make a £100 donation to Uttlesford Citizens Advice Bureau. |
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8.0 |
Planning
Applications:
UTT/1667/07/FUL
– Erection of three industrial units as approved under (UTT/0743/06/OP).
Mawkinsherds Farm, Wellstyle Gree, Barnston. This application was
considered and no objections were raised.
UTT/1924/07/LB
– Removal of a section of soleplate to allow level access between
rooms. Lanham Barn, Onslow Green, Barnston. This application was
considered and no objections were raised. |
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8.1 |
Planning Results:
UTT/1429/07/FUL – Proposed
erection of a single garage. Sakers, The Chase, Barnston. It was noted
that this application has been GRANTED. |
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8.2 |
Planning Appeals:
APP/C1570/A/07/2055294/WF –
Erection of double garage, Sparlings Cottage, Chelmsford Road, Barnston. |
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8.3 |
Planning Appeal Decisions:
APP/C1570/A/07/2048373 –
Proposed two-storey side extension and porch. It was noted that this
appeal had been Dismissed. |
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9.0 |
CHEQUES |
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The following cheques were agreed and
signed at the meeting: |
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Barnston Baby & Toddler Group |
100.00 |
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Travis Perkins |
12.70 |
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Society of Local Council Clerks |
20.45 |
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EALC |
37.50 |
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The Poppy Appeal |
50.00 |
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The Rural Community Council of Essex |
55.00 |
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Uttlesford Citizens Advice Bureau |
100.00 |
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Direct Debits/Standing Orders
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MW East Anglia |
10.00 |
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UDC – Garage Rent |
38.37 |
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Virgin Mobile – Parish Council
telephone calls |
2.97 |
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Just Lamps |
45.53 |
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E. On Energy |
66.51 |
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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 10th December 2007 at 7.45pm. |
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