MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH COUNCIL
HELD ON MONDAY OCTOBER 22ND 2015 IN THE VILLAGE HALL AT 7.30 PM
HELD ON MONDAY OCTOBER 22ND 2015 IN THE VILLAGE HALL AT 7.30 PM
- PRESENT
Councillors Brown, Lewis, Bown, Howard, Heybrook, and Mrs Witcher
9 members of the public, Parish Clerk,
- APOLOGIES
Apologies received from Cllrs Edmonds, Bown and Heybrook, District Cllr Hawkett.
- PUBLIC SESSION (SUSPENSION OF STANDING ORDERS) 15 MINUTES MAXIMUM
Residents of Chilton Rd are not happy about the new footpath from the Stoney Furlong Development down to the Village hall. It was noted that for health and safety reasons, the path needed to be wide enough for mobility vehicle or wheelchair.
Councillors Brown and Lewis have attended several meetings regarding the development and a safe footpath is a requirement.
It was noted that a petition opposing the footpath had been sent to AVDC, but the decision to build the path has already been taken and implemented.
It was reported that the footpath sign at Hicks path had been replac4ed, and the old one had been left on the verge
- APPROVAL OF MINUTES 28th September 2015
Cllr Lewis proposed, all agreed
- MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES
There were no other matters arising not covered elsewhere in the agenda.
- VILLAGE HALL IMPROVEMENTS
Cllr Lewis introduced Antonia Carr Locke, who presented the current plans. There will be a village meeting in November give the village an update on current plans. Video of the plans are on the website.
The Chairman pointed out that not everyone in the village has access to the internet, and it was agreed that paper copies of the plans would also be distributed.
- PLANNING
. - VILLAGE HALL PROJECTS
Improvements to war memorial
Cllr Lewis proposed that the area be tidied up, hedge to be cut back and suggested removal of hawthorns Lower branches of the chestnut tree should be cut back, and silver birch should be removed. It was proposed that a new pathway (see plan).See attached plan
Cllr Lewis proposed the tree work be done first. A quote had been obtained for tree work of £1100.00. All agreed to proceed with the project.
A new flag pole has been ordered, delivery to be made after work is completed.
Kerbing: The work will be carried out after Christmas. A site visited has been arranged for 5th or 6th November.
Defibrillator: There will be no financial implications for the parish Council. Cllr Howard will present a definitive proposal at next meeting. It was noted that a power source would be needed. 5 volunteers will be trained by Red Cross.
- HIGHWAYS AND OPEN AREAS
Steve Vear Memorial Tree.
Councillor Brown proposed allowing the family to comment. Cllrs Lewis and Brown have had meetings with the family,(insert letter from KV)
It was agreed that the options were either a tree by the sycamore opposite the pub, or a new tree by war memorial.
It was agreed that the family would advise the Parish council of their decision
VAS
Next Agenda
Notice Board
New Noticeboard, approved but awaiting final quotes. Cllr Mrs. Witcher provided sample materials. The plan is for a board that is half glazed and half open. Pricing is £1400 for not glazed and £1700 for half glazed. Two further quotes to be obtained.
Defibrillator
It was agreed previously that .his will be funded by the proceeds of the Fete.
It was reported that there is no fixed sum nominated. John Howard will come to the next meeting with a firm proposal.
Red Cross will provide training and advice. Volunteers will be needed to take this training.
Village Hall Improvements.
Discussed earlier in the meeting
- ORDERS FOR PAYMENT AND FINANCIAL MATTERS
See attached.
Cllr Brown suggested a project list to justify any potential increase of the Precept next year, based on the Village Plan. Next agenda.
- SECOND PUBLIC SESSION (SUSPENSION OF STANDING ORDERS) 15 MINUTES MAXIMUM
Mr. Nigel Timberlake asked why the noticeboard could not be made by a conventional carpenter. He will take specs, and report back.
Village Hall Hedge is Hall Management Committee responsibility. Cllr Brown suggested establishing a Hall/Trust/PC liaison committee.
Christmas tree installation 5TH December, lighting 12th December
- DATES OF NEXT MEETINGS
Monday 16th November 2015
Budget Meeting Wednesday 9th December, at cricket pavilion if available
