THE MINUTES OF THE MEETING TRIMDON FOUNDRY PARISH COUNCIL HELD IN THE COMMUNITY CENTRE, TRIMDON ON WEDNESDAY 11TH APRIL 2012
780. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
781. MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING
782. POLICE MATTERS
783. PLANNING MATTERS
784. CORRESPONDENCE
785. MEMBER’S INDIVIDUAL REPORTS
786. RESIDENT’S REPORTS
787. CLERK’S REPORT
788. RESOLUTION TO EXCLUDE THE PRESS AND THE PUBLIC
789. FINANCIAL MATTERS
790. DATE & TIME OF THE NEXT MEETING
PRESENT:- COUN J GRIGG (CHAIR)
Mesdames:- L Grigg & D Kelly
Messrs:- B D Ferguson & J France
780. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
Apologies for absence had been submitted and were accepted on behalf of Councillor A Jackson, N Kell and County Councillor Nicholls.
781. MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING, a copy of which had been circulated to each Member, were approved.
Matters Arising
In connection with Minute Number 773 it was asked what progress had been made with the request for the Senior Enforcement Officer to attend a future or Special Meeting of the Parish Council. A progress report was given by the Clerk who confirmed the Officer would be attending the next meeting to discuss the various outstanding enforcement issues in the village. RESOLVED the information given, be noted.
782. POLICE MATTERS
The Police were unable to attend the meeting.
783. PLANNING MATTERS
Applications:-
(i) Mr J Kemp, Land at Commercial Street, Trimdon Colliery, Erection of 4 No Terraced Dwellings
(ii) Mr P Scott, 2 Broadway Avenue, Trimdon Station, Two Storey Side Extension
Decision
(i) Langdale Barn, Trimdon Colliery, Mr C Gaddes
Land North of Rose Street, Trimdon Grange, Residential
Development of 47 Houses, Persimmon Homes/Dorin Holdings/John Kemp
It was noted that this was for information purposes only as all of the details were for sites outside of the ward boundary. RESOLVED that the information given, be noted.
784. CORRESPONDENCE
Consideration was given to a list of correspondence received since the last meeting, a copy of which had been circulated to each Member. It was reported letters of thanks had been received from the Great North Air Ambulance and Trimdon Colliery Homing Society. RESOLVED that the correspondence received since the last meeting be noted and received.
785. MEMBER’S INDIVIDUAL REPORTS
(i) Allotment Working Party Site Inspection
A verbal report was given on the visit held this evening. There were several action points from the visit which included letting of vacant plots; letters to be sent reminding tenants of their obligations to maintain their plot in a clean and tidy state; the health & safety issues of a tenant building around an NEDL cable and contact with new residents. It was a positive inspection. RESOLVED that the actions identified be carried out.
(ii) Bowlers
It was reported that the bowlers were having difficulties getting a Team together and were looking likely to have to fold. The Clerk asked if there was any way the Parish Council may be able to help promote interest in the sports as the Parish Council would be very sorry to see the activity cease in the recreation area. It as suggested this be posted on the Trimdon Times web site to see if any interest could be generated. RESOLVED this course of action be followed and further developments be awaited.
(iii) Cemetery
It was reported that there had been a recent incident involving dogs at the cemetery. RESOLVED the Clerk visit the cemetery and investigate this alleged incident further and report back to the next meeting.
(iv) Nattress Terrace – Skip
It was reported there was a second skip at this site and there was a large pile of chopped down branches/trees in the former car park area owned by the Parish Council. RESOLVED that the Clerk make contact with residents about this situation.
(v) Rodwell Street
Two incidents were reported of a fire in one of the gardens and another to do with rubbish. RESOLVED these be reported for attention.
(vi) Various reports for the Police
It was asked that several reports be passed on to the Police for action – a car loitering, details were given, speeding – several cars. RESOLVED that the Clerk report these matters to the Police.
(vii) Progress with the Proposed Play Area – Wood/May Crescent
It was asked if any progress had been made with this proposal. RESOLVED that further contact be made with Home Housing requesting progress with the Parish Council’s request to lease land from them for a play area.
(viii) Various Unfinished Building Sites
It was reported that the various sites around the village that were standing undeveloped were standing semi derelict making the village look untidy. It was suggested these sites be included in the discussions with the Senior Enforcement Officer in May.
RESOLVED this course of action be agreed.
(ix) Water leak on the green area at Sycamore Crescent
It was reported that this area was still badly water logged. In view of recent drought warnings and hose pipe bans it was RESOLVED that this matter be reported to Northumbrian Water for attention.
(x) Memorial Garden
In considering this matter it was suggested that the memorial should include reference to Mr Howie, a founder of the recreation area who gifted the land. The Chairman also showed a picture of memorial he and his wife had seen in Leeds. RESOLVED that the memorial include reference to Mr Howie.
(xi) Village Community Appraisal
It was asked if, in conjunction with suggestions made in this document, more flower displays and beds could be created in the village. RESOLVED approval be given for the Parish Council’s contractor to be contacted to increase the number of planters placed out in the village.
(xii) Chairman’s Report
The Chairman reported on the site visits he had held since the last meeting. He had arranged for the vandalised manhole covers to be replaced and had met on site with Elaine Fields on the Parish Paths project on 30th March 2012 and he circulated around the meeting a plan showing the designated footpaths. Maintenance and clearance of the paths of rubbish was the issue with in places the pathways being down to a single track. It was agreed the paths were well used and a full report was to be made to the Parish Council on the paths following this visit. He reported on problems with fly tipping and also the removal of waste following works being carried out. He asked that two new dog bins be requested by the Parish Council. He was disappointed that the bowls Team may fold and gave progress with the CCTV system at the recreation area. It as asked that a report be made for the land to the rear of the Garden Society to be cleared. It was also suggested that the Parish Council should take all of the necessary measures to secure its land and restrict all vehicular access other than for emergency access. This was unanimously agreed. RESOLVED reports be made where indicated and a further report on the Parish Paths be awaited.
786. RESIDENT’S REPORTS
The Chairman asked for feedback on the Community Appraisal for the Village. Residents felt it was an excellent report. Disappointment was expressed by residents that it was a shame that Parishes on our boundary were not working as positively as this Parish Council was and they felt that working in partnership should be encouraged to achieve a combined scheme to benefit all residents of the locality.
RESOLVED the information given, be noted.
787. CLERK’S REPORT
Consideration was given to the Clerk’s report, a copy of which had been circulated to each Member under the following headings:-
(A) Cemetery – Update
(B) Allotment Sites
(i) Issue at the Rear of 13 Luke Street
RESOLVED this continue to be pursued with the Planning Officers to seek a safe resolution to the matter.
(ii) Valuation of the Allotment/Garage Sites – Progress
(D) Planning – Enforcement Officer – Update
(E) Bowling Green Maintenance – Update
It was suggested an item be placed on the web site seeking new bowlers to come along and play at the green. A price had been obtained to carry out maintenance to the close of the season. RESOLVED this work be put on hold and the Trimdon Times be asked to “advertise” for new members for the Club.
(F) Audit
Notification from the Parish Council’s Auditors had been received that the Audit was required by them for no later than 18th June 2012.
RESOLVED the Audit be returned by the required due date.
788. 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.
789. FINANCIAL MATTERS
(i) Accounts for Payment
RESOLVED that the accounts as listed totaling £7,255.04 be passed for payment.
(ii) Bank Reconciliation – March 2012
RESOLVED that the bank reconciliation for the month of March 2012, be accepted.
790. DATE & TIME OF THE NEXT MEETING
RESOLVED the date and time of the next meeting be Wednesday 9th May 2012, with the Annual Electors meeting at 6.00pm.