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MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
HELD ON MONDAY 12th JUNE 2006
Present: Cllr J Horrocks (Chairman)
Councillors: Mrs B Powell, Mrs K Tomkins, P Privett, J Selmes, G Preston, M Smith
In Attendance: Cllr R Giles (DCC) and 5 members of the public
Apologies: Cllr N Spence (EDDC), PC Clive Vickery
Questions raised by the Public
All members of the public were present to raise their objections to the planning application to extend 93 Acland Park (06/1476/FUL). All those who spoke raised concerns over additional on-road parking which would result if the development went ahead, increased danger to existing road users, and they also considered the application would result in over-development of the property and site.
1. Apologies for Absence
Apologies were accepted and approved.
2. Minutes
The Minutes of the meeting held on the 8th may 2006 were confirmed and signed by the Chairman.
3. Police Officer’s Report.
The Clerk read out details of the 10 crimes which had been reported during the period 8 May to 11 June. Several of the crimes were as a result of a single incident. Two offenders had been charged to Court and two fixed penalty notices had been issued.
4. County and District Councillors Reports
The report by Cllr Giles is attached. The points covered were the matter of travellers in Ottery St Mary, the Ottery St Mary and District Help Scheme, and the news that County councillors now have a delegated budget of £6,700 to spend meeting local needs. The Council was encouraged to come up with possible schemes which might be funded in this way. Cllr Giles was also having a site meeting with DCC on 13th June regarding the York Crescent/Station Road junction and Cllr Preston offered to attend to represent the Council. Cllr Giles left the meeting at 1945 hrs.
5. Declarations of Interest from Members and Officers
Cllrs Horrocks and Smith each declared an interest in Item 6 Thorn Cottage.
6. Planning Matters
- a. Applications:
- 06/1208/LBC Feniton Court – refurbish existing stables. Recommended acceptance.
- 06/1337/LBC Feniton Court – convert garage to holiday cottage. Recommended for acceptance. The Clerk to ask South West Water for a statement on the parish sewage capacity.
- 06/1476/FUL 93 Acland Park – erection of 2 storey extension. This is an amendment to a previous application. By its scale and design it remains an overextension of the property and is detrimental to the surrounding area. It also creates undue pressure on on-road parking. The Council recommends refusal.
- 06/1506/FUL Feniton Mill Fenny Bridges – new driveway and stock proof fence. The Council has no objection to the driveway and fence but as the applicant states this can only be achieved through the use of the access onto the old A30 for which the applicant does not have planning permission to use, the Council recommends refusal.
- b. EDDC decisions
- 06/0914/FUL 93 Acland Park, erection of two storey side extension – Refused
- 06/1100/FUL Christow, Colestocks Road, porch – Granted 06/0983/FUL 48 Wells Ave, two storey extension and garage – Refused
- c. Planning Correspondence
- EDDC Thorn Cottage, timber shed. The Council has no objection to this structure remaining but would prefer the colour to be a more visually friendly green.
- EDDC Lower Curscombe Farm, conversion of barn – amendments. Noted
- EDDC Feniton Mill – mis-use of access off old A30. Noted
7. To discuss reports of speeding vehicles in Station Road
Cllr Smith had received a report from a resident of speeding vehicles in Station Road. The Council discussed the matter of speeding vehicles throughout the parish without reaching any firm conclusion of action. It was Resolved to await the results of the Parish Plan Questionnaire and to discuss the matter of speeding vehicles at a later date.
8. To discuss arrangements to celebrate the 30th anniversary of twinning with Louvigny.
Cllr Smith reminded Members that it was traditional for the Council to purchase a small gift for presentation to the representatives of Louvigny. The presentation would be made in September/October 2006. It was Resolved to place an article in the Parish magazine and on the Council website to seek the views of residents as to what might be a suitable presentation item (to a cost of £100).
9. To discuss arrangements for the 2006 Best Garden and Best Allotments Competition
It was agreed the competition results would be announced at the 2006 Flower Show and that Cllrs Mrs Powell and Mrs Tomkins would judge. A reminder would be placed in the Parish Magazine and on the website that the gardens competition covered only those gardens in the built up areas of the parish.
10. Finance
a. Approval of June payments. The following payments were approved:
A Spry - £104.00 - Village Handyman
Clerk - £309.98 - Clerk’s salary & expenses
Inland Revenue - £77.92 - Clerk’s income tax payment
b. Adoption of the 2005/6 accounts. It was resolved to adopt the 2005/6 accounts which are attached to these Minutes.
11. To receive a report by the Clerk on the recent SLCC SW Conference
The Clerk reported he had attended the SW Region SLCC Conference in Plymouth on 11 the May. The focus of the event had been on the forthcoming Government White Paper which was widely expected to delegate greater powers to town and parish councils and would therefore have an effect on the future of the other tiers of local government. The White Paper was expected to be issued in the autumn.
12. Village Handyman’s Report
Mr Spry had nothing to report.
13. Council Website
It was reported that there had yet to be received the text for the Church page, which it was agreed could contain a selection of appropriate photographs.
14. Correspondence
- a. EDDC Concessionary Fares Scheme. This was a letter setting out the EDDC position on the scheme and highlighting the fact that EDDC had met their statutory requirements. Members took note.
- b. Charter 88 – Early Day Motion. Members took note.
- c. DCC Local Government White Paper. This was a set of questions set to indicate the level of partnership between DCC and town and parish councils. It was resolved not to make a response before the issue of the White Paper.
- d. Devon & Cornwall Constabulary – Changes to Neighbourhood Policing Teams. As there was no change to the Feniton team, Members took note.
- e. Community Council of Devon – Village Green. Members took note.
15. Late Entry Correspondence
- a. New DAPC Website. Members were issued with the Login and Password details
- b. Road Closure. Colestocks road by the level crossing was to be closed from 2240 hrs 8 July until 0800 hrs 9 July 2006.
- c. DPFA AGM 7th July 2006 Upton Pyne Village Hall Members took note.
- d. Feniton Fun Day 2nd July 2006. It was agreed not to accept the offer of a table.
- e. Town and parish Meetings with EDDC. There was to be a further meeting for Clerks and Chairmen with EDDC on 199th September 2006 at 1830hrs at The Knowle.
16. Individual Member Responsibilities
Cllr Preston commented on litter in the area of the Spar Shop and the Green opposite. It was agreed to place a notice asking that all litter be placed in litter bins in the Village magazine and on the website.
Cllr Preston also reported that the drain pipe under the road near The Burlands was blocked. Following the recent heavy rain, it was agreed the DCC drain clearage policy was inadequate and it was agreed to write to DCC and Cllr Giles accordingly.
Cllr Smith asked if the DCC response to the Council’s meeting with the Police and DCC officers earlier in the year with regard to the traffic management scheme for the Beautiful Days Event at Escot might be sought. The Clerk would follow this up.
The Chairman stated that the response to questions 11 forwards on the Village Plan Questionnaire had been received from DCC and would be circulated to Members. When the full response had been received from DCC the Plan Steering Group would re-convene to progress the plan.
Date of Next meeting. Monday 10th July 2006 at 7.30pm
There being no further business the meeting closed at 2120 hrs.
Signed this 10th day of July 2006 …………………………….Presiding Chairman
Last Updated 8th October 2008