THE MINUTES OF THE MEETING TRIMDON FOUNDRY PARISH COUNCIL HELD IN THE COMMUNITY CENTRE, TRIMDON ON WEDNESDAY 13TH JANUARY 2010

519. FENCE – 5 NATTRESS TERRACE
520. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
521. MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING
522. NOTICE OF CASUAL VACANCY
523. POLICE MATTERS
524. PLANNING MATTERS
525. CORRESPONDENCE
526. MEMBER’S INDIVIDUAL REPORTS
Chairman’s Report
527. Resident’s Reports
528. CLERK’S REPORT
529. RESOLUTION TO EXCLUDE THE PRESS AND THE PUBLIC
530. FINANCIAL MATTERS
531. DATE & TIME OF THE NEXT MEETING


PRESENT:- COUN. J GRIGG (CHAIR)
Mesdame:- L Grigg & D Kelly
Messrs:- B D Ferguson, J France & A Jackson

519. FENCE – 5 NATTRESS TERRACE
The Chairman welcomed Ms T Carter to the meeting to explain to Members the history surrounding the erection of a fence to the rear of her property.  Ms Carter advised that she had been clearing weeds and rubbish from an area to the rear of her garden for over 13 years and had made investigations into registering this land.  She produced photographic evidence supporting her actions.  She reported on the problems she had experienced with this piece of land.
Ms Carter then left the meeting.
RESOLVED that the Parish Council, although it appreciated the issues involved with this fence, continue to insist that the fence be removed. 

520. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
Apologies for absence had been submitted and were accepted on behalf of Councillor M Nicholls & B Wilson.

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521. MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING, a copy of which had been circulated to each Member, were approved.
Matters Arising
Establishment of a Working Party – Gardens & Garages
The Clerk asked that any Member wishing to get involved in a small working party to consider this matter advise her as soon as possible.
RESOLVED that this Working Party meet to consider all issues relating to the leisure gardens and garage site.

522. NOTICE OF CASUAL VACANCY
The Clerk reported that no request for an election had been received in response to the Parish Council’s Notice of Casual Vacancy dated 14th December 2009.  The Electoral Service Manager had now advised it would be in order for the Parish Council to co-opt a person to fill the vacancy as soon as practicable.
As discussed previously the Chairman advised that Mr K McGonnell had shown an interest in becoming a co-opted Member of the Parish Council.  Another Member advised that he had an expression of interest from Mr Gary Elliott of Station House, Trimdon.
RESOLVED that this item be re-considered at the next meeting and each candidate be invited to come along to the meeting and have a short interview and then for Members to select one of them to be co-opted onto the Parish Council.
 
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523. POLICE MATTERS
Unfortunately the Police were not able to be present at the meeting.
RESOLVED that the information given, be noted.

524. PLANNING MATTERS
Proposed Dormer Bungalow and double garage (resubmission) at land adjacent Station House, Trimdon
Details of comments given by the Highways Section and   were circulated for Member’s information and Members were asked if they wished for the Parish Council’s objection should still stand or were they happy to withdraw this.
RESOLVED that no further objections be offered on this application.
 
525. CORRESPONDENCE
Consideration was given to a list of correspondence received since the last meeting, a copy of which had been circulated to each Member.  RESOLVED that:-
(a)in principle the Parish Council accept the ongoing running costs of the clock in the church tower and this be confirmed to the new owners but advice be sought on the type of agreement to be drawn up to cover all of the issues that may be involved with this matter;
(b)the remainder of the correspondence be received.

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526. MEMBER’S INDIVIDUAL REPORTS
Grit Bin – Rodwell/Windsor Street
It was asked again if a grit bin could be put out in this location.  RESOLVED that a further grit bin be ordered for this location as part of the programme of putting out bins in the village.
The Local Member was pleased to report that the waste bins had been replaced.  It was reported that the Parish Council had funded these replacements.  RESOLVED that the information given be noted.
Garage/Garden
It was reported that a fence had been erected around one of the garage plots in Luke Street and the area used for the storage of scrap metal.  RESOLVED that Clerk send an appropriate letter to the tenant to resolve this issue.
Cabins in the Recreation Area
It was reported that there were leaks from the cabins.  RESOLVED that authority be given for the repairs be carried out.
Recreation Area
A Local Member asked for ideas and suggestions for using the recreation to it’s full potential.  She felt that the area was vastly under used and felt that this was something the Parish Council should pursue.  RESOLVED this be discussed further and plans be formulated to try and achieve improved usage of the recreation area. 
Estate Roads
Concern was expressed at the condition the estate roads making driving extremely difficult for residents.  It was asked if anything could be done about this.  It was also reported that snow clearing was taking place in Trimdon Village but not in the Foundry. RESOLVED that the Clerk look into ways the Parish Council could assist with this matter.
A Local Member reported on the shortage of salt and commented that he felt that the gritting teams had coped well with the severe weather conditions.  RESOLVED that the information given, be noted.

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Chairman’s Report
Former Chapel Site
The Chairman understood that there was to be some action on this matter. It was agreed that as soon as there had been action should be taken to remove the obstructions that had been in place.  RESOLVED the Clerk check on progress with this matter with the Unitary Members.
The Chairman commented on the gritting situation and the disappearance of the grit bin at Rodwell/Luke Street.  He suggested that if possible an alternative contractor be sourced for the dropped kerbs.  He reported on the continuing problem with dog fouling in the village.  He was concerned at the misuse and abuse of green areas around the village. RESOLVED that action be taken where outlined in the Chairman’s report.
 
527. Resident’s Reports
Wimpey
It was reported that contractors from the Wimpey site had cleared the snow from the estate but then dumped it in a nearby field and on the green at Malvern/Margaret Terrace without any permission being given and with no thought or regard for residents in that area.   
RESOLVED that the Clerk make a complaint to Wimpey about this matter.
Gritting
Residents reported their problems during the recent bad weather.
  
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528. CLERK’S REPORT
Memorial Garden
RESOLVED endorsement of the action taken in authorizing works to the concrete entrance to the car park be given.
Cemetery
A couple of months ago the Parish Council agreed to move a seat in the cemetery following a request made by a relative.  Mr Martin rang at the beginning of December to say how much he and his family appreciated this being done and how much it had improved their visits to their grandparent’s grave.  RESOLVED that the information given, be noted.
Dropped Kerbs
RESOLVED that the action taken in placing the order for the two dropped kerbs next to the Fish Shop at a cost of £1,300.00, be endorsed.  The Parish Council were to fund these works.
Renewal of Bus Shelter
The new shelter has been ordered, and delivery was expected for January and the new shelter will cost £2,615.  Members were asked to consider would the parish be willing to contribute £1,300.  RESOLVED that the Parish Council agree to contribute £1,300 towards the cost of this replacement shelter. 
Walkways
Details of works undertaken recently were given and assurances that the problem of flooding would continue to be monitored and carried out as needed.  RESOLVED that the information given, be noted.
Burials
There had been one burial this month and the Clerk reported on the assistance given by P Dinsley in making the cemetery more accessible during the severe weather conditions.  RESOLVED that the information given, be noted.
Residential Development  - Section 106 Agreement – Cinnamon Drive
The Clerk was pleased to advise that £4,444.00 had been received for the installation of CCTV cameras in the Recreation Area under this agreement.  RESOLVED that the information given, be noted.
Maintenance of Playground & Equipment
RESOLVED that the action taken in arranging an identified repair to the nursery swings be endorsed.

529. RESOLUTION TO EXCLUDE THE PRESS AND THE PUBLIC
IN VIEW OF THE CONFIDENTIAL NATURE OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED THE COMMITTEE PASSED THE FORMAL RESOLUTION TO EXCLUDE THE PRESS & PUBLIC FROM THE MEETING, PURSUANT TO THE PUBLIC BODIES (ADMISSIONS TO MEETINGS) ACT 1961 AND THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT (ACCESS TO INFORMATION), ACT 1985.

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530. FINANCIAL MATTERS
(i) Accounts for Payment                  
RESOLVED that the accounts as listed totaling £2,501.34 be passed for payment.

(ii) Bank Reconciliation – December 2009
The bank reconciliation was presented for December 2009. 

RESOLVED that the bank reconciliation for December be accepted.


531. DATE & TIME OF THE NEXT MEETING
RESOLVED that the date and time of the next meeting be Wednesday 10th February 2010 at 6.30pm.


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