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MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
HELD ON MONDAY 13TH FEBRUARY 2006
Present: Cllr M Smith (Chairman)
Councillors: Mrs B Powell, Mrs K Tomkins, P Privett, J Selmes, G Preston
In Attendance: Cllr R Giles (DCC), PC C Vickery, 3 members of the public
Apologies: Cllrs J Horrocks, N Spence
Matters raised by the Public
Mr & Mrs Hosegrove asked as to the current situation regarding flooding in the estate. Cllr Privett reported on the recent meeting with DCC and EDDC officers. A blockage in the pipe had been identified and action to clear this is expected in the near future. It was admitted the drainage system is sub-standard and all possibilities to remedy this would be looked at, but this was more of a long term strategy because of potential cost. Officers had volunteered to explain their views to the Parish Council. Contact officers are Mike Baker (EDDC) and John Hopkins (DCC).
Mrs Cousens had raised the matter of the proposed change to the parish boundary in the area of Green Lane/Ottery Road in correspondence, The reasons for the proposed change and the current situation of the public being able to write to the office of the Deputy Prime Minister were explained and Mrs Cousens said she had no objection to the proposal.
121 . Apologies.
Apologies were accepted and approved.
122. Minutes
With the addition of two minor manuscript amendments the Minutes of the meeting held on 9 th January 2006 were confirmed and signed by the Chairman.
123. Matters arising from the Minutes
- a. Flooding (Minutes 109, 114). See matters raised by the Public above.
- b. Grassed area at the Spar shop. DCC had agreed to plant another silver birch tree at the eastern apex to prevent parking by vehicles.
124. Police Officer’s Report
PC Vickery reported 5 crimes in the past month; a deception burglary, common assault, criminal damage to a motor vehicle and 2 burglaries. The Clerk raised his concern of the dangers of hens from Longpark Farm being allowed to roam freely in Talaton Road and asked if the PCSO might look into this. Before leaving the meeting, PC Vickery asked if he could be informed as to the date of the Annual Parish Meeting.
125. County and District Councillors Reports
A written report by Cllr Giles is attached. The Council was concerned at the proposals for the traffic management for the Beautiful Days event at Escot and Cllr Giles will ask Paul Wilson (DCC) to attend the March meeting to explain. Cllr Giles also highlighted his concern at the decision by EDDC to withdraw from the Devon Countywide Concession Travel Scheme and to set up their own scheme. Residents of East Devon would be at a disadvantage compared to all other residents of the county.
126. Declarations of Interest from Members and Officers
Cllr Mrs Tomkins declared an interest in the planning application for 48 Wells Ave, Feniton.
127. Planning
- Applications
- 06/116/Ful 9 Salisbury Ave, side extension and car port. No adverse comments.
- 06/0151/Ful 48 Wells Ave, two storey extension. No adverse comments.
- 06/0166/Ful 20 York Close, extension. No adverse comments.
128. Finance
Payment of the following invoices was authorised:
| Clerk | £172.43 | Salary/expenses |
| Inland Revenue | £156.27 | income tax |
| South West Water | £8.04 | allotments |
| Community Council | £35.00 | Village Plan training |
| EDDC | £593.38 | annual maintenance charges |
| A Spry | £88.00 | Village handyman |
129. Parish Council Website
www.fenitonparishcouncil.gov.ukwas now live. The future management and development of the site was discussed and it was Resolved:
- Cllr Mrs Tomkins would identify to Project Cosmic the minor spelling errors.
- A map to cover Feniton old village.
- Cllrs Horrocks, Smith, Selmes and Privett would develop the site which was to include a Noticeboard page. Cllr Selmes would continue to act as the filter to project Cosmic and as the point of contact for village organisations wishing to have items placed on the noticeboard page.
130. 2006 Annual Parish Meeting
It was Resolved to hold the 2006 Annual Parish Meeting on Monday 10 th April 2006 at 7.30pm in the Village Hall Annex. Tea and biscuits would be served and it was hoped the Council Chairman might be able to give a short presentation on the village website.
131. Rules for Allotment Tenants
As a result of a letter from Miss Maun, it was Resolved to amend the Rules for Allotment Tenants thus:
Rule 2: after the word “hedge” in the third sentence add the words “or ditch”.
Rule 3: add a full stop after the word “nuisance” in the third sentence and delete “to the adjacent homes”.
The changes were to be effective from 1 April 2006.
132. The Council’s Banking Arrangements
The Clerk reported Natwest had now found the request to change the mandate in 2004, and with the addition of “any two signatories” to the form they would action the request. This was agreed (there was now no need to seek alternative bankers).
133. Correspondence
- a. Devon County Council – Danby House Exmouth Consultation. Cllr Mrs Tomkins was to complete the questionnaire.
- b. TOW Community Transport Assocation. Members took note.
134. Late Entry Correspondence
- a. Play Area Inspection. It was agreed to use N W Adams for 2006.
- b. DAPC Group insurance scheme. The Clerk would investigate.
- c. EDDC Annual Meeting with Parish Council chairman 29 March 2006. Cllr M Smith would attend with the Council Chairman and Clerk.
135. Individual Member Responsibilities
Cllr Mrs Tomkins proposed new swings and a child’s car to be placed in the Ely Close Play Area. Members Resolved that action to procure and fit these items proceed.
On behalf of the Council Chairman, the Clerk stated the Village Plan Questionnaire had now been printed and deliveries to households would commence in the week commencing 20 th February.
Cllr Mrs Powell alerted members to a proposed development at Leyhill Farm, Payhembury which, if authorised, would result in further heavy traffic along Colestocks Road. Members were encouraged to object to EDDC as private individuals if they so desired.
Cllr Preston reported he had received complaints that the planning conditions for the fences at 10 Lincoln Close and facing the Kebab shop had not been complied with. The Clerk undertook to report this to the Enforcement officers at EDDC,
136. Date of next Meeting
The next meeting would be held on Monday 13 th March 2006 at 7.30pm in the Village Hall Annex. There being no further business the meeting closed at 2115 hrs.
Signed this 13 th day of March 2006
…………………………………………………….Presiding Chairman
Last Updated 8th October 2008